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great mogul and his court returning from the great mosque at delhi india

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Muslims rulers and Sufi saints

Discover the tale of Mughal general Said Khan, whose encounter with Guru Gobind Singh shifted destiny from conquest to spiritual devotion.

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Sri Guru Granth Sahib and Guru Gobind Singh's Bani

SLOKAS OF SHAIKH FARID

Delve into Shaikh Farid's profound Punjabi verses in Guru Granth Sahib, offering insights on spirituality, morality, and the transient world.

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Mythological references

EKADASI

Explore the significance of Ekadasi, the eleventh lunar day sacred to Vaisnavite Hindus, and its spiritual observance through fasting and devotion.

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Sri Guru Granth Sahib and Guru Gobind Singh's Bani

LAVAN

Explore the spiritual significance of Lavan in Sikh weddings, symbolizing the soul's journey to union with the Divine, guided by Guru Granth Sahib.

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Moral codes and Sikh practices

NAM JAPANA, KIRAT KARNI, VAND CHHAKANA

Explore Nam Japana, Kirat Karni, Vand Chhakana—foundations of Sikh ethics. Learn how spiritual practice and community service lead to holistic well-being.

AARTI

4 years Ago

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Philosophy

Explore the deeper meaning of Aarti in Hinduism and Sikhism, where true worship goes beyond rituals and embraces the beauty of nature and truth.

AATMA

4 years Ago

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Philosophy

Explore the profound concept of Aatma and its connection to Paramaatma, God, and the transcendental self in Sikh and Hindu philosophies.

SIKH ARCHITECTURE 2

18 years Ago

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Architecture

Explore the distinctive and largely unknown Sikh architectural style, with its rich history in gurdwaras, forts, and palaces, by S.S. Bhatti.

AKAL BUNGA

18 years Ago

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Architecture

Explore Akal Bunga, the iconic site housing the Akal Takht in Amritsar, a symbol of Sikh religious authority. Learn its role and history here.

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