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Explore the rich history and beliefs of Sikhism, from its Sanskrit origins to the teachings of Guru Nanak, highlighting unity, devotion, and equality.

Explore the critical works of Jagtar Singh, a celebrated Punjabi and Urdu poet known for his experimental and militant style. Discover his legacy now!

taimur shah

Discover the legacy of Taimur Shah, son of Ahmad Shah Durrani. Explore his reign, battles with Sikhs, and his efforts to consolidate the empire.

zakaria khan

Discover Zakariya Khan's harsh policies against Sikhs, his temporary truce, and relentless efforts to vanquish them amid Sikh resistance in 18th century India.

AJIT SINGH PALIT (d. 1725), adopted son of Mata Sundari, the mother of Sahibzada Ajit Singh . Little is known about the family he came of except that Mata Sundari took him over from a goldsmith of Delhi and adopted him because of his striking resemblance with her son, Ajit Singh, who had met a martyr`s death at Chamkaur. She treated him with great affection and got him married to a girl from Burhanpur. Emperor Bahadur Shah, considering Ajit Singh to be Guru Gobind Singh`s heir, ordered, on 30 October 1708, the bestowal of a \'khill`atupon him as a mark of condolence for the Guru`s death.

BHAG SINGH, RAJA (1760-1819), born on 23 September 1760, succeeded his father, Gajpat Singh, to the gaddi of Jind state in 1789. He was a man of extraordinary vigour, intelligence and diplomatic astuteness. Like his father, he was also a close ally of Patiala and joined hands with Bibi Sahib Kaur`s troops in 1794 against the Marathas. He was mainly responsible for checking the advance of George Thomas towards Sikh territories and later on of General Perron of the Maratha service.

dadu dyal

Explore the life of Dadu Dial, his universal brotherhood teachings, and his legacy that shaped the Dadu Panth in medieval India.

mata gujri

Explore the inspiring life of Mata Gujari, wife of Guru Tegh Bahadur, and mother of Guru Gobind Singh, known for her piety, strength, and dedication.

harbhajan halwarvi

Discover Harbhajan Singh Halwarvi’s journey through Punjabi journalism and literature, including award-winning poetry and significant contributions.

Discover Mahan Singh's heroic tale among the Chali Mukte martyrs at Muktsar, where courage met liberation under Guru's blessing.

NICHOLSON, JOHN (1821-1857), political assistant at Firozpur (1844-45), was born in Dublin on 11 December 1821, the son of Dr Alexander Nicholson. He obtained cadetship in Bengal Infantry in 1839 and in December the same year was posted to the 27th Native Infantry at Firozpur. In 1844, he became political assistant at Firozpur in which capacity he was found indulging in intrigues against the Sikh State and Lord Hardinge felt inclined to remove him from the frontier.

Discover the fascinating story of Ram Rai, the elder son of Guru Har Rai, and his journey from Kiratpur to the Emperor's court in 17th century India.

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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.