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tiloka seth

Discover Seth Tiloka, a faithful Sikh merchant of Guru Arjan's era, who contributed to compiling the hymns. His legacy lives in Sikh history.

baba bulleh shah

Uncover Punjab's history from ancient rulers to Maharaja Ranjit Singh with this unpublished Persian work by Ghulam Muhaiy ud Din Ludhianavi, aka Bute Shah.

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Delve into Vadahans ki Var by Guru Ram Das in the Guru Granth Sahib, blending spiritual wisdom with poetic grace and musical tradition.

sri guru granth sahib nishan

Explore the divine wisdom in Var Sat. Guru Granth Sahib's teachings emphasize God's remembrance for spiritual growth and overcoming ego.

guru kotha

Discover Wazirabad, home to Gurdwara Guru Kotha Chhevin Patshahi, sacred to Guru Hargobind. Dive into its rich Sikh heritage and vibrant local traditions.

Discover the story of Abdulla Khwaja, a pious jail keeper in Delhi who revered Guru Tegh Bahadur and later served Guru Gobind Singh in Anandpur as a physician.

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Explore the depth of Ahimsa — more than non-violence, it's a commitment to compassion, kindness, and respect for all life forms.

akali nihung

Explore the transformation of the term Akali from Nihangs to Shiromani Akali Dal, a key Sikh political force. Dive into its rich history and significance.

ALAMGIR, a village in Ludhiana district, 13 km to the southwest of the city (30°54\'N, 75°52\'E), is famed for its Gurdwara Manji Sahib Patshahi 10. Guru Gobind Singh made a halt in the village as he was travelling after the battle of Chamkaur in December 1705. Here the Guru discarded the palanquin which he had used for part of the journey, and took a horse presented by an old disciple, Bhai Naudha. A Manji Sahib was later constructed on the site. At present, the gurdwara compound covers over three acres of land.

Discover Bhai Amaru's journey from Dalla village to Sikhism under Guru Amar Das in Punjab. Explore historical texts: Bhagat Mala & Sri Gur Pratap Suraj Granth.

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ANANDU, noncanonically spelt Anand, by Guru Amar Das, is like Guru Nanak`s Japu, one of the more familiar texts in the Guru Granth Sahib.

asthpadi

Explore the essence of astpadis in Sikh scripture, unique poetic compositions in the Guru Granth Sahib, crafted by Guru Nanak and Guru Arjan in various ragas and metres.

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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.