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akal murat

Explore the essence of Akal Murati, the 'timeless image' in Sikhism, symbolizing Divine Reality beyond time and space, yet present in cosmic forms.

ALAM SINGH NACHNA (d. 1705), a warrior in the retinue of Guru Gobind Singh, was the son of Bhai Durgu, a Rajput Sikh of Sialkot. He earned the popular epithet Nachna (lit. dancer) because of his uncommon agility. Sarup Das Bhalla, Mahima Prakash, describes him as one of Guru Gobind Singh\'s constant companions. Possessing pluck as well as skill, he once killed a tiger single handed. On another occasion when during the chase Guru Gobind Singh was suddenly attacked by two hill chiefs, Balia Chand and Alam Chand, with a force far out numbering his own, Alam Singh Nachna showed exemplary courage.

Discover the legacy of Bhai Amia, a devoted Sikh of Guru Hargobind. He led 500 Sikhs in the Battle of Kartarpur and played a vital role in Amritsar.

ANANTA, BHAI, son of Bhai Kuko, a Vadhavan Khatri, was a devoted Sikh of the time of Guru Hargobind (1595-1644). According to Bhai Santokh Singh, Sri Gur Pratap Suraj Granth, he once earned the Guru`s displeasure for wantonly hitting a crow which became lame as a result of the injury. He was, however, repentant and was pardoned through Bhai Bidhi Chand`s intercession. Bhai Ananta laid down his life fighting for the Guru in the battle of Amritsar (1629).

Discover the incredible life of Baba Atal Rai, son of Guru Hargobind, known for reviving a friend at age 9. Explore his legacy in Amritsar.

arisar sahib

Explore Gurdwara Arisar Sahib located near Handiyaya, where Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji's horse paused. Experience the rich history and serene accommodations.

AVTAR SINGH AZAD Avtar Singh \'Azad\', (1906 - 1972) the minor Punjabi poet, is not deserving of notice. Before independence, he had published four collections of poems, Swant Bundan (Drops of Bliss), Savan Pinghan (The Swings of Savan), Vishva Vedna (Plight of the World) and Kansoan (Intimations), and published a translation of the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam under the title of Khayyam Khumari (Inebriations of Khayyam). His style is rhetorical in the way of most Urdu poetry.

Discover the devotion of Bhai Bahilol to Guru Amar Das in Qadivind, Pakistan, and the legacy of his request to remember God's Name eternally.

Discover the devotion of Bala Marvaha, a Sikh under Guru Arjan, during the sacred construction of Harimandar Amritsar. Learn the significance of Amritsar.

Explore Baramula's Gurdwara Chhevin Patshahi, a historic site where Guru Hargobind stayed, nestled by the Jehlum River in Kashmir's stunning valley.

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Discover the remarkable legacy of BAVANJA KAVI, the eminent poets and scholars who contributed to Guru Gobind Singh's cultural renaissance.

BHAGATU, BHAI (d. 1652), a devoted Sikh who served the Fifth, Sixth and the Seventh Gurus, was the son of Adam (Uddam in some chronicles), a Siddhu Brar of Malva country. Sikh chronicles record that Adam, without a son for a long time and despaired of prayers at the feet of different holy men, Muslim as well as Hindu, was advised by a Sikh to go to Guru Ram Das. Adam reached Amritsar and dedicated himself to the service of the Guru and the sangat. The Guru was pleased by his humility and sincerity. Adam received his blessing and had a son born to him. Bhagatu, as the son was named, grew to be a saintly person with a firm faith in the Guru.

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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.