heaven

adam

Explore the intriguing portrayal of Adam in the Guru Granth Sahib and its parallels to the biblical account, highlighting divine disapproval and consequences.

apsaras

Explore the enchanting realm of Apsaras, celestial beings from Indra's heaven, known for their beauty and allure in mythology.

baddhika

Discover the story of Baddhika, the hunter blessed with salvation after mistakenly shooting Krishna. A tale of forgiveness and redemption.

bhistha

Explore Bhista, the Muslim concept of heaven, its spiritual essence, and path to achieving it through self-comprehension and devotion.

parijata

Explore the enchanting lore of Chandravali, Krishna, and the heavenly Parijata tree, unveiling mythical tales from the Yajur Veda and Vrindavana.

trishanku

Discover Harchandauri's mirage, a lesson in ego and meditation, inspired by the tale of king Hari Chand's fall and redemption. Embrace true enlightenment.

houris

Discover how Guru Arjan Dev redefines the concept of Paradise, prioritizing spiritual devotion over material temptations like the allure of a houri.

indra

Dive into the legends of Indra, the god who commands rain and battles disgrace, while discovering tales of power and redemption.

kinnara

Explore the mythical Kinnaras: celestial musicians with human forms and horse heads, born from Brahma's toe. Dive into their divine artistry!

kalpataru

Explore Kalpataru's mythical journey and divine powers from the ocean's depths to Krishna's heroic tale. Discover more about this wish-granting tree.

naraka

NARAKA (HELL) If after many austerities one is inflated with ego, he transmigrates repeatedly in Hell and Heaven.

saptapuri

Explore the temporary nature of mythological Puris and their divine abodes. Discover the immortal essence of the Lord in various scriptures.

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4 years Ago

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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4 years Ago

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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18 years Ago

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.