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ADALI, BHAI, of Chohla. village in present day Amritsar district of the Punjab, was a devoted Sikh contemporary...

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Explore the legacy of Bhayee Ardaman Singh, a revered Sikh leader who shaped Sikhism and led religious initiatives from 1899 to 1976.

Discover Bhai Bahilo's transformation and legacy in Sikh history, from follower to devoted disciple, poet, and dedicated builder of the Harimandar.

BHAGVANT SINGH HARIJI, BHAI (1892-1968), a lover of game, horticulturist and scholar, was born on 15 February 1892 to the erudition of his celebrated father, Bhai Kahn Singh, of Nabha, the creator of the immortal Gurushabad Ratnakar Mahan Kosh. Unobtrusively, and in his characteristically gentle and self abnegating manner, Bhagvant Singh carried the family learning into the second generation. His home provided the best education then available to a young man, though he did attend formally the Khalsa College at Amritsar, then the premier educational institution of the Sikhs.

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Explore Varuna, the Vedic god of oceans, known for wielding Naga-Pasa and dwelling in Vasudha-nagara. Dive into ancient mythology and its connections now!

CHETO, or Chetu, was one of the masands, i.e. vicars and to the collectors, found guilty of misappropriating devotees` offerings and punished by Guru Gobind Singh, who finally abolished the system.

DHARMA, BHAI, a devoted Sikh of the time of Guru Arjan. He received instruction at the hands of the Guru himself and learnt to repeat always the Name Vahiguru. His name occurs in the roster of devotees recorded by Bhai Gurdas, Varan, XI. 19. See UDDA, BHAi

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Discover the captivating tale of Sita's abduction by Ravana, the ten-headed king of Sri Lanka, in this intriguing mythological narrative.

GOLA, BHAI, a Kukk Jatt, was initiated into Sikhism by Guru Arjan. The Guru taught him to devote himself to the remembrance of God. See GOIND KUKK, BHAI

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Explore the vital role of the Guru in Sikhism, guiding disciples to enlightenment and spiritual progress through divine wisdom and God's revelation.

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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.