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Explore the life of Shamsher Singh Sheri, a key figure in India's communist movement. Discover his leadership roles within CPI(ML) and RCCI(M).

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Explore the impactful journey of Shamsher Singh Sheri, a key figure in India's communist movement and leader of the RCCI(M).

Explore Bahirval, a sacred village in Lahore district, where Guru Arjan's visit turned a well's water sweet. Learn its history and cultural significance.

BHUNGARNI, village near the right bank of the Jalandhar branch of the Bist Doab canal, 20 km south of Hoshiarpur (31° 32`N, 75° 55`E), is sacred to Guru Har Rai, who stayed here in the course of his journey between Kiratpur and Kartarpur. A platform and a small shrine, established inside the village in honour of the Guru`s visit, was looked after for a long time by a line of Mirasi (Muslim bards or heralds) priests until the local Sikh sangat took it over in the Singh Sabha days. Later, a new building was raised on the site (cornerstone laid on 19 March 1917).

GONDPUR, village 22 km south of Hoshiarpur (31°32`N, 75°55`E), in the Punjab, claims a historical shrine, Gurdwara Tahli Sahib, dedicated to Guru Hargobind, who came here from Pur Hi ran on his way to Kiratpur and stayed in a grove of tdhfi trees. A platform was raised on the site amid the grove as a memorial which came to be called Guru kian Tahlian. The platform was later replaced by a gurudwara. The present building, constructed in 1930, is a rectangular hall, with a sanctum at the northern end. A square room with a lotus dome above it tops the sanctum. In the adjoining compound are the Guru ka Langar and rooms for the grantht.

Discover Nasimbli village's heritage with the revered Gurdwara Manji Sahib, honoring Guru Gobind Singh. Celebrate history in charming Patiala.

Explore the life of Justice Man Singh, a key legal figure in Punjab, known for his contributions to Sikh associations and legal practice.

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Discover Gurdwara Nathana Sahib, Patiala, a sacred site linked to Guru Amar Das's pilgrimages, featuring a grand lotus dome and cultural festivals.

Explore Gurdwara Zahira Zahur in Pur Hiran, Punjab, a site rich in Sikh history and culture, celebrating Guru Hargobind's legacy with annual festivals.

Discover Sarmukh Singh, first president of the Shiromani Akali Dal, known for his pivotal role in social and religious reform in Punjab.

Explore the historic Gurdwara Patshahi Dasvin, honoring Guru Gobind Singh's visit to Sulhar. Located 10 km from Ambala, this sacred site awaits you.

Discover Bajak, where Guru Gobind Singh's 1706 visit is honored at Gurdwara Patshahi 10. Experience rich Sikh heritage near Bathinda.

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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.