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chhaja singh

Explore the heroic journey of Chhajju Mall, a key figure in Sikh history, known for his leadership in Amritsar and service to Sardar Jai Singh.

maharaja ranjit singh with wives

Discover the life of Gulab Kaur, married to Maharaja Ranjit Singh in Amritsar. Explore her story and legacy until her death in 1838.

maharaja ranjit darbar

Discover Pandit Madhusudan, esteemed Sanskrit scholar, astronomer, & astrologer, respected at the Sikh Darbar during Maharaja Ranjit Singh's reign.

Explore the legacy of Maharaja Ranbir Singh (1879-1948), who led Jind State through transformative years before joining PEPSU.

bibi agya kaur

Explore the inspiring life of Agya Kaur, a key figure in promoting Sikh women's education. Her legacy continues to empower future generations.

fakir azizuddin. watercolour

Explore the life of Chiragh Din, a key figure in Sikh history, serving as governor and envoy under Maharaja Ranjit Singh. Discover his legacy and impact.

gulab rai

Discover the intriguing tale of Gulab Rai, who restored Anandpur but faced conflict with Sikh beliefs. His story highlights the complexities of faith.

Discover the inspiring life of Sant Magghar Singh, a Sikh divine who preached Guru's teachings and championed social reform in Punjab. Learn more!

Discover the story of Roda Singh, a Ghadr leader from Faridkot, who sacrificed everything for India's freedom. His legacy continues to inspire.

bannou pan dei

ALLARD, BANNOU PAN DEI (1814-1884), born of Raja Menga Ram of Chamba and Banni Panje Dei at Chamba on 25 January 1814, married Jean Francois Allard, one of Maharaja Ranjit Singh\'s French generals, in March 1826, and bore him seven children, two of whom died in infancy and are buried in Lahore along with their father. Allard and his wife also adopted a little orphan, Achille. In 1834, Bannou Pan Dei, her children and two of her female attendants accompanied Allard to France.

CHUHAR SINGH, owning allegiance to the Shahid misi, was a close relation of the Bhangi sardar, Rai Singh, the conqueror of Jagadhri and Dialgarh. He received the Jarauli area as his share of the spoils after the sack of Sirhind in January 1764. He retained ten villages for himself and made over the rest to his deputies. Returning to Amritsar, he held charge of the Shahid Buriga for many years.

Discover the legacy of Gurmukh Singh, a valiant commander in Maharaja Ranjit Singh's army, renowned for his key roles in pivotal 19th-century battles.

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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.