janam 4 - The Sikh Encyclopedia

ANGAD DEV, GURU,

ANGAD DEV, GURU, (1504-1552), the second of the ten Gurus or prophet teachers of the Sikh faith was born Lahina...

Explore the gripping tale of Kauda, a cannibal transformed by Guru Nanak's miracle, as told in Janam Sakhis of Central...

Nankayan (Life of Nanak) by Mohan Singh 'Mahir' is commissioned work written at the behest of Punjabi University to mark...

Explore Babar's journey as a soldier and poet, founding the Mughal dynasty in India. His conquests shaped history from Kabul...

Explore the legacy of Kishan Singh, a young Sikh martyr from Nankana Sahib Massacre, custodian of faith and courage. Learn...

Explore the meaning of 'Pothi,' a sacred book among Sikhs containing scriptural texts, bridging cultural connections with Punjabi, Maithili, and...

Discover the intriguing life of Bhai Bala, the lifelong companion of Guru Nanak, and his role in Sikh lore despite...

Discover the story of Bhai Lalo, a humble carpenter from Saidpur who welcomed Guru Nanak, highlighting devotion over caste divisions.

Uncover the history of the Puratanjanam Sakhi, the oldest Janam Sakhi tradition, rediscovered in 1872, captivating scholars and enthusiasts alike.

Explore the Bala Janam Sakhi tradition, revealing insights into Guru Nanak’s life with firsthand accounts by Bhai Bala, his devoted...

Explore Mahima Prakash Vartak, an early manuscript of 164 anecdotes on Sikh Gurus, believed to stem from 1741, preserved in...

Discover the history of Sachcha Sauda Gurdwara in Pakistan, where Guru Nanak made a 'true bargain' by feeding ascetics, now...