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Punjab

Discover the historic Gurdwara Panj Tirath in Jandu Singha, near Jalandhar, commemorating Guru Hargobind's visit and featuring a serene sarovar.

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Nineteenth century Literature

BACHAN SAIN LOKA KE

Explore timeless wisdom in 'Bachan Sain Loka Ke,' a Punjabi prose on overcoming attachment, embracing spirituality, and the true path to enlightenment.

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Punjab

BHIKHI, popularly pronounced Bhikkhi (30Â° 3`N, 75Â° 33`E), an old town along the SunamBathinda road in Bathinda district of the Punjab, is sacred to Guru Tegh Bahadur, who halted here for several days during one of his travels through the Malva region. Desu, the local chief, who had been a follower of Sultan Sakhi Sarwar, became a Sikh and served the Guru with devotion. Guru Tegh Bahadur gave him five arrows to be kept as a memento.

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Mythological references

Discover the tale of Gangeva Pitama, the embodiment of sacrifice and duty in the Mahabharata. Uncover his devotion and leadership legacy.

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Philosophy

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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Philosophy

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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SIKH ARCHITECTURE 2

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Architecture

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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Architecture

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