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prahalad

Discover the tale of Prahlada, the fearless devotee of Vishnu, who defied his tyrant father, Hiranyakashipu, and witnessed divine intervention.

badh tirath 7

Explore Guru Nanak Dev Ji's sacred Bad Tirath Sahib Gurudwara in Haripura, a significant pilgrimage site brimming with history and peace.

vibhishana ramayan

Discover the story of Vibhishana, who opposed Ravana's unrighteous acts and was rewarded by Rama with kingship of Lanka for his virtues.

bali vamana story

Discover the tale of King Bali, whose pride led him to deceive, only to be cast into the nether-world by Vishnu's cosmic strides. Journey through myth!

vaman

Uncover how Vishnu, as Vamana, outwitted Bali and protected the cosmos with just two steps. Divine intervention and mythology's grandeur await.

vishnu dashavatar

Explore Vishnu's ten incarnations from ancient texts, including Matsya, Kurma, Varaha, and Narasimha, each with unique stories and significance.

durga

Explore the epic origin of Durga from 'Durga Saptshati' in Markandeya Purana. Uncover the tale of her triumph over demons and her divine powers.

varaha and hiranyaksha

Explore the myth of Hiranyaksha, the demon defeated by Vishnu's boar avatar, preserving earth amidst cosmic chaos. Dive into legendary lore.

19th century janam sakhi, guru nanak meets kauda the cannibal

Explore the gripping tale of Kauda, a cannibal transformed by Guru Nanak's miracle, as told in Janam Sakhis of Central India. Discover this captivating legend!

kalanemi

Discover Hanuman's heroic encounter with Kalanemi in an epic saga of resilience and divine intervention.

mahishasura

Explore the fascinating tales of Mahishasura in Hindu mythology, vanquished by Skanda and Durga. Discover the demon's role in epic battles and divine victories.

matsya avatar

Explore the origin and myths of Matsya, the Fish Incarnation, and its role in saving sacred texts and lifelines from destruction. Dive into divine tales!

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4 years Ago

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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4 years Ago

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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18 years Ago

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.