Sikh Scriptures and Literature

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Discover the spiritual essence of Asa di Var, a Sikh morning hymn by Guru Nanak, highlighting themes of divine union and societal introspection.

chaubis avatar

Dive into the legendary Chaubis Avtar from Dasam Granth by Guru Gobind Singh, depicting the incarnations of Vishnu amidst a tapestry of heroism and faith.

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Dive into Jaitsari Var by Guru Arjan, a spiritual Punjabi composition in Guru Granth Sahib, infused with Lahindi dialect and cultural diversity.

ramkali ki vaar

Discover the coronation ode 'Tikke di Var' by bards Balvand and Satta, celebrating the Guru lineage with spiritual and historical insights in Sikhism.

kirtan sohila

Discover the significance of Kirtan Sohila, the revered bedtime prayer from Guru Granth Sahib, featuring hymns by Guru Nanak, Guru Ram Das, and Guru Arjan.

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Explore the Bala Janam Sakhi tradition, revealing insights into Guru Nanak’s life with firsthand accounts by Bhai Bala, his devoted attendant.

pothi prem ambodh

Discover 'Prem Ambodh Pothi', a 1693 masterpiece on famous bhaktas' lives, attributed to Guru Gobind Singh. Unpublished verses in Hindi & Punjabi.

bahr e mawwaj

Explore 'Bahr Ulmawwaj', a rich tapestry of Muslim and Sikh history, covering Mughals to Durranis, with rare insights into Punjab's past.

john ballile

Explore the Persian chronicle IMAD USSAADAT revealing historical accounts of Nawabs, Marathas, Sikhs, and more from 1808, lithographed in 1864.

mansur sufi saint

Explore the spiritual journey of Sufi saint Mansur in this unpublished manuscript, highlighting his life, teachings, and legacy preserved in Patiala.

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Explore the 1904 classic 'SIKHS, THE' by General Sir John J.H. Gordon. Delve into Sikh history, from the Ten Gurus to their role in the British Empire.

baba bulleh shah

Uncover Punjab's history from ancient rulers to Maharaja Ranjit Singh with this unpublished Persian work by Ghulam Muhaiy ud Din Ludhianavi, aka Bute Shah.

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Explore the deeper meaning of Aarti in Hinduism and Sikhism, where true worship goes beyond rituals and embraces the beauty of nature and truth.

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Explore the profound concept of Aatma and its connection to Paramaatma, God, and the transcendental self in Sikh and Hindu philosophies.

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Explore the distinctive and largely unknown Sikh architectural style, with its rich history in gurdwaras, forts, and palaces, by S.S. Bhatti.

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Explore Akal Bunga, the iconic site housing the Akal Takht in Amritsar, a symbol of Sikh religious authority. Learn its role and history here.

The Sikh Encyclopedia

This website based on Encyclopedia of Sikhism by Punjabi University , Patiala by Professor Harbans Singh.