baba

Explore the life of Atma Singh, a revered Sikh faqir known for his devotion and mastery of ragas. His legacy of generosity and spirituality endures.

baba bikram bedi

BIKRAM SINGH BEDI, BABA (d. 1863), was the third and youngest son of Sahib Singh Bedi of Una, a lineal descendant of Guru Nanak. On Sahib Singh`s death in 1834, Bikram Singh suceeded to his father`s jagirs and position as preceptor to royal family of Lahore. After the deaths of Maharaja Kharak Singh and Prince Nau Nihal Singh, Baba Bikram Singh tried to bring about a reconciliation between Maharaja Sher Singh and his collateral Sandhanvalia sardars. Baba Bikram Singh felt irked when British troops were stationed at Lahore after the AngloSikh war of 1845-46.

DARAULI BHAI, Bhai ki Darauli, or simply Darauli, village 14 km west of Moga (30°48`N, 75° 10`E), in Faridkot district is sacred to Guru Hargobind who stayed here for fairly long periods on more than one occasion. His brotherinlaw, Bhai Sam Das, the husband of Mata Damodari`s elder sister, Mai Ramori, lived in Darauli. The couple were more than mere relations of the Guru; they were his devoted disciples and felt honoured in rendering service to him. Bhai Sam Das had built a new house, but would not occupy it until the Guru had come and stayed in it.

Explore the legacy of Baba Gurditta, eldest son of Guru Hargobind, founder of Kiratpur Sahib, and head of the Udasi sect, leaving a lasting impact on Sikh history.

Explore the life of Baba Mohri, son of Guru Amar Das, devoted to family and supportive of Gurus Ram Das and Arjan in spiritual leadership.

sri sant ratan mal

Explore the hagiographies of Sevapanthi saints in SRI SANT RATAN MAL, featuring key figures like Maharaja Ranjit Singh. Rich in historical insights.

Discover Avtar Singh Vahiria, a pivotal Sikh scholar and polemicist instrumental in shaping Sikh texts and traditions across the 19th century.

gurdwara bir baba budda sahib

Discover Gurdwara Bir Baba Buddha Sahib Ji in Thatta, near Amritsar, honoring Baba Buddha, a revered Sikh figure from Guru Nanak's era. Learn about its history and key events.

Explore Gurmukh Singh's daring escape and revolutionary contributions. A key figure in the Ghadr movement, he inspired generations in the struggle for freedom.

baba gurditta

NATTI, MATA (d. 1664), also referred to in chronicles as Ananti, Nihalo and Mata Bassi, was the wife of Baba Gurditta (1613-38), the eldest son of Guru Hargobin.She played an important role in Sikh history as the mother of Guru Har Rai, the seventh Guru of the Sikhs.

Explore the life of Suddh Singh, appointed by Baba Ram Singh as a Kuka leader to spread the faith. Delve into his journey as a missionary since 1830.

anand karaj

Explore the sacred Anand Karaj, the Sikh marriage tradition, highlighting its rituals, significance, and historical evolution in Sikhism.

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

The Sikh Encyclopedia

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