historical

prem singh hoti

Explore Bawa Prem Singh Hoti's monumental contributions to Sikh history through his detailed biographies and literary works.

Explore Gurdwara Damdama Sahib in Thatta village, Punjab. This revered Sikh shrine commemorates Guru Nanak's 1487 visit. Visit for rich history and annual fair.

itihas guru khals

Explore 'Itihas Guru Khalsa,' a historical account in Hindi by Sadhu Gobind Singh, showcasing the rich narrative of the Sikhs and their philosophy.

Explore Gurdwara Thattha Sahib near Zira, where Guru Hargobind encamped. A spiritual journey awaits at this historical shrine with a serene sarovar.

Explore the life of Maharaja Karam Singh, a Sikh ruler who supported the British, strengthened Patiala, and honored Sikh Gurus with historical shrines.

honigberger

Explore Punjab's history & medicine with insights on Sikh rulers in 'Thirty-Five Years in the East' by John Martin Honigberger, a 19th-century treasure.

Lakshmipur in Bihar, a village with a rich Sikh history, houses a shrine to Guru Tegh Bahadur and a rare Guru Granth Sahib. Explore this cultural gem.

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Uncover Punjab's history from ancient rulers to Maharaja Ranjit Singh with this unpublished Persian work by Ghulam Muhaiy ud Din Ludhianavi, aka Bute Shah.

morcha

Discover how 'morcha' shaped Indian politics from Sikh reforms to modern movements. Learn about its pivotal role in peaceful resistance and political fronts.

vairoke

Explore Vairoke's historical site where Guru Nanak met Shah Bakhtiar. Visit Ber Sahib Gurdwara and witness the sacred her trees today.

Discover the rich history of Pehli Patshahi Gurudwara, a significant Sikh shrine in Lahore, where Guru Nanak Dev Ji once stayed, now preserved by Auqaf.

Discover Maharaja Rajinder Singh's legacy: from completing the Sirhind Canal to patronizing sports. Explore his impactful reign in Patiala's history.

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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.