1675

Explore the bravery of Bhai Mati Das, a Sikh martyr who stood firm in his faith and faced torture in 1675. Learn about his enduring legacy.

Discover the inspiring story of Bhai Piraga, a Chhibbar Brahman who embraced Sikhism under Guru Arjan and fought bravely in battles during Guru Hargobind's era.

Discover the valor of Bhai Sati Das, who served Guru Tegh Bahadur and embraced martyrdom in 1675, refusing to renounce his faith and enduring fiery torture.

thara sahib

Explore Thara Sahib, the historic site where Guru Tegh Bahadur met with Kashmiri Pandits in 1675. Visit this marble-paved platform steeped in history.

DIAL DAS, BHAI or Bhai Diala (d. 1675), martyr to the Sikh faith, was, according to Shahid Bilas Bhai Mani Singh, the son of Mai Das and an elder brother of Bhai Mani Ram. He was a prominent Sikh of his time and was in the train of Guru Tegh Bahadur during his journey across the eastern parts in 1665-70. He was one of the Sikhs detained and later released by the Mughal rulers in 1665. As the Guru proceeded further east from Patna, Dial Das was left behind to look after the Guru`s family.

Explore the life of Bhai Gurditta, a devoted Sikh, who played pivotal roles in Sikh history, including the anointment of Guru Tegh Bahadur and Guru Gobind Singh.

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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.