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Explore the legacy of Ram Singh, ancestor of Patiala royalty & disciple of Guru Gobind Singh, founder of Rampura & a key figure in Sikh history.

Discover the bravery of Javand Singh, a martyr of Nankana Sahib, who selflessly took his brother's place for the liberation of holy shrines in 1921.

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Discover Benjamin Allard's pivotal role in 19th-century Lahore's trade networks and European investments, blending commerce with personal legacy.

Discover the brave journey of Jujhar Singh, second son of Guru Gobind Singh. His fearless fight at Chamkaur left a lasting legacy. Learn more!

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Discover the historical journey of Ata Muhammad Khan Barakzai, Kashmir's governor in 1809, caught in a power struggle over the coveted region.

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Explore the legends of the Yamuna, where saints, Krishna, and divine incarnations shaped its sacred history. Uncover its mythological roots!

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Explore Atar Singh Atarivala's journey from rebellion to redemption in British India. Discover his legacy and connection to the Punjab region until 1897.

Learn about Bhai Karam Singh, a hero of the Nankana Sahib massacre, his life, sacrifices, and legacy. Discover the history of this iconic Sikh martyr.

AULUKH, AJMER SINGH Aulukh, Ajmer Singh has published three collections of short plays. Arbad Narbad Dhundakar (Aeons and the Nebula, 1978) includes five such plays. The title is taken from a line of Guru Nanak in the Guru Grantha in which he has given cosmology on the lines of ancient Indian texts. The first, the title play, extends over two acts. Of its five characters, Ranjha and Mirza are heroes of love legends of medieval Punjab, Majnu of medieval Arabia and Farhad of medieval Iran.

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Explore the legendary tale of Kubera, god of wealth and guardian deity, intertwined with epic narratives from the Mahabharata and beyond, in Alaka.

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Explore Baba Darbara Singh's role in popularizing the Sikh Anand marriage ceremony and his impact on the Nirankari sect in the 19th century.

Explore John Lawrence's role as Governor General of India, shaping British rule in Punjab with rigorous policies and administrative changes from 1846-1879.

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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.