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The Sikh EncyclopediaThe Sikh Encyclopedia

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Hindu bhagats and poets, and Punjabi officials

AKUL, BHAI, a resident of Sultan pur Lodhi in present day Kapurthala district of the Punjab, embraced the Sikh faith in the time of Guru Amar Das. Bhai Gurdas in his Varan praises his sincerity and devotion to the Guru. Once Bhai Akul, along with several others from his village, waited on Guru Arjan and begged to be instructed in how sattvika gunas, or qualities of purity and goodness, might be cultivated.

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Sikh Political figures

Explore the legacy of Kesar Singh, vice-president of the Ghadr Party, and his pivotal role in India's struggle for freedom.

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4 years Ago

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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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4 years Ago

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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

18 years Ago

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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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18 years Ago

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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.