Sikh Scriptures and Literature

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Uncover Punjab's history from ancient rulers to Maharaja Ranjit Singh with this unpublished Persian work by Ghulam Muhaiy ud Din Ludhianavi, aka Bute Shah.

bhai mani singh

Explore Bhagat Mal, a unique manuscript on Sikhism from the 19th century, held at Khalsa College. Learn about Sikh history, philosophy, and culture.

itihas guru khals

Explore 'Itihas Guru Khalsa,' a historical account in Hindi by Sadhu Gobind Singh, showcasing the rich narrative of the Sikhs and their philosophy.

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Delve into the long panegyric Braj verse of SRI GURU DASAM PANCHASIKA by Sahib Singh Mrigind, a revered court-poet honored by Patiala and Nabha.

Explore the tradition of tikas—published poetic texts with prose meanings. Dive into linguistic history and cultural insights. Learn more now!

dashmesh pita

Explore the heroic battles of Guru Gobind Singh through poetic 'karkha' forms in this classic war poetry. Discover the legacy of Sain, the poet.

Explore the moral teachings of SUKHANFAKIRANKE, an 18th-century Punjabi prose by Bhai Addan Shah, offering lessons in austerity, humility, and virtue.

gurmat prabhakar

Explore Sikh teachings topic-wise with Gurmat Prabhakar, an 1898 compendium of Sikh life and faith by Bhai Kahn Singh of Nabha, now reprinted.

sikh journalism

Explore the rise of Sikh journalism in the late 19th century, shaping identity amidst religious debates and modernization challenges.

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Discover how a young Guru Nanak made an acrostic, Patti, from memory—reflecting on the One Lord's creation. An inspiring tale of divine wisdom.

charitropakhyan

Discover Chritropakhyan, a collection of epic tales exploring women's virtues and deceits, ascribed to Guru Gobind Singh in the Dasam Granth.

japji sahib

Explore Japu, the core Sikh scripture by Guru Nanak, revealing Sikh philosophy. Learn about its role in meditation and spiritual practice.

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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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Discover the captivating history and architecture of Samman Burj, the octagonal Mughal marvel in Lahore Fort, known for its royal and administrative legacy.

The Sikh Encyclopedia

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