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putana

Discover the tale of Putana, the demoness who found salvation through Krishna. Explore mythological themes from Guru Granth Sahib.

Explore the doctrine of soul transmigration and its ties to karma and spiritual liberation in Indian eschatology.

azrael

Discover the role of Ajrail, the Angel of Death, as depicted in sacred scriptures. Friend to the virtuous and punisher of evil-doers.

GOIND KUKK, BHAI, and Bhai Gola and Bhai Mohan, also Kukk Jatts, sought refuge at the feet of Guru Arjan and asked to be instructed in the path of righteousness and liberation. The Guru gave them twofold advice: "Repeat the Name of God and remember death. By remembering death, you will desist from committing sin, and by repeating God`s Name the effect of your past sins will be erased." Bhai Goind and his two companions became Sikhs and, according to Bhai Santokh Singh, Sn Gur Pratdp Sura] Granth, ever remained in the service of the Guru.

Explore Lahore's transformation from a small town to the Mughal capital. Uncover its cultural evolution and significance along the River Ravi.

ranjit singh wives

Explore the poignant tale of Raj Devi, a Rajput who honored her husband Maharaja Ranjit Singh with a historic act of sati in 1839. Discover her legacy.

hira singh dongra

Explore VIJAI VINOD's rich account of Lahore Darbar's saga, composed by Gval in 1844, shedding light on historical events after Maharaja Ranjit Singh's death.

BHAGAT SINGH (1907-1931), revolutionary and martyr, was born on 27 September 1907 at the village of Banga, Lyallpur district (now in Pakistan) the second son of Kishan Singh and Vidya Vati. Bhagat Singh was imbued from childhood with the family`s spirit of patriotism. At the time of his birth, his father was in jail for his connection with the Canal Colonization Bill agitation, in which his brother, Ajit Singh (Bhagat Singh`s uncle), took a leading part. Through his father, who was a sympathizer and supporter of the Ghadr campaign of 191415, Bhagat Singh became an admirer of the leaders of the movement.

GOULD, JOHN (d. 1842), an English soldier of fortune who arrived at Lahore with his brother in law Colonel Van Cortlandt. He took up service under Maharaja Ranjit Singh in 1834. He commanded a battalion of the Sikh army and remained in servk :e for eight years till his death in 1842 at Firoxpur.

rani guddan

Discover the remarkable life of Mahitab Devi, aka Rani Katochan, who influenced Maharaja Ranjit Singh and introduced Phulkari embroidery to Lahore.

maharaja ranjit singh with wives

Discover the legacy of Ram Devi Rani, daughter of Kaur Singh and wife of Maharaja Ranjit Singh from Gujrariwala. Her story is an integral part of Sikh history.

sahibzda zorawar

Discover the heroic story of Zorawar Singh, the young son of Guru Gobind Singh, and his unyielding spirit in the face of adversity at Fatehgarh Sahib.

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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.