house

FATEH CHAND MAINI, RAJA, a ranked citizen of Patna in Bihar, who served Guru Tegh Bahadur with dedication during his visit in 1665. Fateh Chand and his wife were devout Sikhs and received the Guru and his family with great honour. They put them up in their newly built house, themselves continuing to live in the old one. After the departure of the Guru`s family for the Punjab, the couple converted their house into a dharamsala for the sangat or devotees to assemble in holy congregation. The place came to be known as Maini Sangat.

Discover the heroic story of Mumtaz, the daughter of Nihang Khan, who selflessly aided the wounded Sikh warrior Bhai Bachittar Singh in 1705.

Discover Garhi Nazir, site of the revered Sikh shrine near Samana, where Guru Tegh Bahadur found refuge. Immerse in history, culture, and spiritual legacy.

18th century preliminary janamsakhi sketch

Explore Guru Nanak's visit to Assam's land of magic, where he encountered Nurshah, the queen of sorceresses, and spread the message of divine truth.

Discover the legacy of Gauhar Singh, a Siddhu Jatt and founder of Atari village in Amritsar, who was a key figure in Punjab's history during the 18th century.

Explore the history and cultural significance of the Pardah system, an ancient practice of female seclusion with roots in Persian, Hindu, and Muslim societies.

gharu

Explore the musical significance of GHARU in the Guru Granth Sahib, highlighting its unique role in raga variations and Indian musicology.

Discover Chacha Phaggo's unwavering faith as Guru Tegh Bahadur fulfills his heart's wish with a blessed visit to Sasaram, Bihar. Explore this Sikh legacy.

chaubara machhivara

Discover Gulaba's pivotal role in aiding Guru Gobind Singh at Machhivara. Visit Gurdwara Chubara Sahib, a testament to history and faith.

Discover Pehli Patshahi Gurudwara, where Guru Nanak's teachings transformed lives. A spiritual landmark in Lahore's bustling Sirianwala Bazaar.

Explore the legacy of Gurdial Singh Dhillon, a diplomatic and parliamentary icon of India, known for his pivotal role in Punjab politics & diplomacy.

Explore the historic Patshahi Chhevin Lahore Gurudwara, blessed by Guru Hargobind Sahib's visit. Discover its profound spiritual legacy since its inception.

1
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.

3
4 years Ago

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

5

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

7
18 years Ago

Explore the spiritual importance of sarovars, sacred bodies of water at holy sites, symbolizing purity and renewal in various religious traditions.

The Sikh Encyclopedia

This website based on Encyclopedia of Sikhism by Punjabi University , Patiala by Professor Harbans Singh.