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Discover Ghaus Khan's expertise in artillery and his pivotal role in early 19th-century Sikh campaigns, earning recognition and jagirs under Maharaja Ranjit Singh.

GUJRAT (32°34`N, 7405`E). a district town in Pakistan, is sacred to Guru Hargobind, who stayed here for some time on his way back from Kashmir in 1620. Here he was met by the famous Muslim divine Shah Daula, well known to a local Sikh, Bhai Garhia, who also served as a masand in Kashmir preaching Guru Nanak`s word.

Discover the valor of Hukma Singh Chimni, a key commander under Maharaja Ranjit Singh, known for his military prowess and leadership in 19th-century Punjab.

Explore the legacy of Pahar Singh Man, a key figure in Sikh history known for his leadership in battles and his role under Maharaja Ranjit Singh.

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Immerse in Satvant Kaur's adventure set against 18th-century Afghan invasions. A captivating historical romance of courage and faith by Bhai Vir Singh.

Explore the life and works of Kavi Saundha Singh, the renowned poet of Punjab, esteemed for his substantial literary contributions.

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Discover Sohan Lal's daring efforts on behalf of Maharaja Duleep Singh, delivering secret messages across India in a bid for the throne.

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Discover Wellesley's correspondence revealing British strategies in India against Sikh, Afghan, and French threats. Essential for history enthusiasts!

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AFGHAN SIKH RELATIONS spanning the years 1748 to 1849 go back to the first invasion of India by Ahmad Shah Durrani, although he must have heard of the Sikhs when in 1739 he accompanied Nadir Shah, the Iranian invader, as a young staff officer. Having occupied Lahore after a minor engagement fought on 11 January 1748 during his first invasion of India, Ahmad Shah advanced towards Sirhind to meet a Mughal army which he was informed was advancing from Delhi to oppose him. On the way he had two slight skirmishes at Sarai Nur Din and at the Vairoval ferry, both in present day Amritsar district, with a Sikh jatha or fighting band under Jassa Singh Ahluvalia.

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AHMAD SHAH DURRANI (1722-1772), the first of the Saddozai rulers of Afghanistan and founder of the Durrani empire, belonged to the Saddozai section of the Popalzai clan of the Abdali tribe of Afghans. In the 18th century the Abdalis were to be found chiefly around Herat. Under their leader Zaman Khan, father of Ahmad Khan. they resisted Persian attempts to take Herat until, in 1728, they were forced to submit to Nadir Shah. Recognizing the fighting qualities of the Abdalis, Nadir Shah enlisted them in his army.

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Discover the life of Sayyid Ahmad Barelavi, leader of the Wahabi movement in India, advocating religious reform and leading jihads across Afghan-Sikh borders.

CAMPBELL, WILLIAM (d. 1866), a Scotsman, who came to Lahore in September 1828 and was employed in the Sikh cavalry and given command of a regiment of 1200 horse. He soon gained the favour of Maharaja Ranjit Singh, but was dismissed from the service in August 1829 on a charge of misbehaviour towards a woman, and sent across the River Sutlej under an escort. Later, he served the Afghan rulers. He died in Kabul in 1866.

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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.