hazara

Discover VIESKENAWITCH's thrilling journey from Russian brigand to Maharaja Ranjit Singh's commander, with key roles in Persia and Peshawar's artillery.

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ABBOTT, SIR JAMES (1807-1896), British Resident\'s assistant at Lahore, capital of the sikh kingdom, after the first Anglo - Sikh war (1845-46), was born on 12 March 1807, the son of Henry Alexius Abbott. Passing out of the military college of the East India Company at Addiscombe, England, Abbott received commission as a second lieutenant in the Bengal artillery in 1823. In November 1830, he joined the army of the Indus, under Sir John Keane, for the invasion of Afghanistan. In 1842, he was appointed assistant to the British Resident at Indore.

badri nath

Explore the legacy of Colonel Badri Nath, who rose from a soldier to a leader in Maharaja Ranjit Singh's army, defending frontiers in historic Sikh campaigns.

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Uncover the story of Francis John Canora, an Irishman in 19th century Lahore who rose to Colonel in Maharaja Ranjit Singh's army. Discover his intrigue and downfall.

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CHATAR SINGH ATARlVALA (d. 1855), commander and provincial governor under minor Maharaja Duleep Singh, was the son of Jodh Singh Atarivala. Jodh Singh had joined the service of Maharaja Ranjit Singh in 1805 when he received large jagirs in the Pothohar country. On the death of his father in that year, Chatar Singh succeeded to the jagrrs, then amounting to over a lakh of rupees annually. He devoted most of his time to farming and kept generally aloof from state affairs during the reign of Maharaja Ranjit Singh. When after the assassination of his son, Maharaja Sher Singh, in September 1843, his daughter, Tej Kaur, was betrothed to Maharaja Duleep Singh, he came into prominence politically.

Discover Hazara Singh's legacy as a brave Sikh martyr. Learn about his role in the Gurdwara reform movement and his ultimate sacrifice in 1921.

Explore the life of Hazara Singh, a celebrated scholar and educator from Amritsar, enriched Punjabi literature with works like Guru Granth Kosh and Dulhan Darpan.

Discover Jhanda Singh Butaua, renowned jdgirddr and military leader under Maharaja Ranjit Singh, celebrated for his bravery and leadership on the frontier.

painda khan

Discover the relentless rebellion of Painda Khan in Darband against the Sikh government during the early 1800s and his dramatic clashes with the Lahore Darbar.

maharaja ranjit singh

Explore the life of Ram Dial, a renowned Sikh general, commanding 30,000 troops by 16, and his expeditions in Kashmir, Multan, and beyond.

Explore the life of Ratan Singh Man, a key figure in the Sikh army. Discover his role in major battles, contributions, and the legacy he left behind.

Discover the inspiring journey of Sant Rocha Singh, a Sikh preacher who expanded the Khalsa. Learn about his life, his teachings, and his legacy.

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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.