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Explore the life of Surdas, the bhakta poet from medieval India whose verse in Guru Granth Sahib inspires divine love and spiritual reflection.

Discover the history of Vigah Mall, a renowned Sikh from Sultanpur Lodhi, honored in Bhai Gurdas writings. Learn about his journey to Amritsar with Guru Arjan.

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Explore the profound Bhagat Bani, uniting Sikh Gurus' and Bhagats' timeless wisdom. Discover the spiritual harmony in Sri Guru Granth Sahib.

BHIKHAN (1480-1573), a medieval Indian saint two of whose hymns are included in the Guru Granth Sahib. There are in fact two saints of that time sharing the same name Bhakta Bhikhan and Bhikhan the Sufi. Bhakta Bhikhan was a devotee in the tradition of Ravidas and Dhanna. His hymns in the Guru Granth Sahib reflect his dedication to the Name of Hari (God) which he describes as "cure for all ills of the world."

CHHAJJU, BHAI, a Bhalla Khatri of Sultanpur Lodhi, whose name figures in Bhai Gurdas, Varan, XI. 21, and who had embraced the Guru`s precept at the hands of Guru Amar Das. He once visited Amritsar with the sarig`at of Sultanpur and received instruction from Guru Arjan. See AKUL, BHAI, and BHIKHA, BHATT

DIPA, BHAI, resident of the village of Dalla in present day Kapurthala district of the Punjab, has been listed by Bhai Gurdas, Varan, XI. 16, amongst the leading Sikhs of the time of Guru Amar Das. He had received instruction at the hands of the Guru himself. See RAMU, BHAI

Discover Japa Bhai, a notable Khatri of the Khullar clan, mentioned in Bhai Gurdas' Varan. Learn about his legacy and contributions to Sikhism.

Discover the legacy of Lala Bhai, a talented Sikh musician who enriched Sikh gatherings with his hymns. Learn more from Bhai Gurdas, Varan XI.24.

Discover Murari, an Anand Khatri who embraced Sikhism from Guru Arjan, learning the power of ndm and service. Explore his story in Bhai Gurdas's writings.

Explore Bhai Paira Bhai's dedication to Guru Arjan, embracing honest labor and charity, living a life of simplicity and piety.

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Discover Ramu Bhai's devotion under Guru Amar Das in Dalla. A tale from Bhai Gurdas' writings in Kapurthala, Punjab.

Explore the legacy of Suri Bhai, a village headman initiated by Guru Arjan in Amritsar, featured in Bhai Gurdas' writings. Learn about his spiritual journey.

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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.