khan

Explore the intriguing journey of RATTRAY, an English soldier who switched allegiance from the Sikh army to Dost Muhammad Khan in 1836. Discover his transformation in Kabul.

sultan mohammad khan

Discover the intriguing life of Sultan Mahmud Khan, a key artillery commander during Maharaja Ranjit Singh's regime, his rise, fall, and legacy.

wazir khan

Explore the historical narrative of Wazir Khan, the Mughal faujdar of Sirhind, and his encounters with Guru Gobind Singh in the tumultuous early 1700s.

tiwana

AHMAD YAR KHAN TIWANA (d. 1829), second son of Khan Muhammad Khan, the Tiwana chief of Mittha Tiwana, in Shahpur district, measured swords with Sikhs more than once during Maharaja Ranjit Singh`s time. Ahmad Yar Khan revolted against his father and, having succeeded in attracting most of the tribe to his side, compelled him to surrender the chief ship to him. In 1817, Maharaja Ranjit Singh dispatched troops under the command of Misr Divan Chand against the Tiwana chief at Nurpur Tiwana. The fort was conquered and Ahmad Yar Khan ran away to Jhandavala, situated in the Mankera territory. 

Discover Banda Singh Bahadur, the fearless Sikh warrior who seized land for the Khalsa in the 18th century, paving the way for the Punjab conquest.

misr diwaan chand

Explore the heroic exploits of Divan Chand, the general who played a pivotal role in conquering Multan and Kashmir in Maharaja Ranjit Singh's reign.

uch da peer

Discover how Ghani Khan and Nabi Khan helped Guru Gobind Singh escape Machhivara in 1705, leading to the creation of Gurdwara Uchch da Pir in Punjab.

jangnama ggs

Explore the epic poem Jangnama Siu Guru Gobind Singh Ji by Am Rai, recounting the valorous battle at Anandpur against Mughal forces. Discover rich history.

Discover Muzang's rich history with Guru Hargobind's visit and the Gurdwara Chheviri Patshahi, a key Sikh shrine linked to the 1947 partition.

a mughal infantryman

Discover the inspiring story of Said Beg, the Mughal general who joined Guru Gobind Singh at Chamkaur, leaving a lasting legacy in Sikh history.

dost mohammad khan of afghanistan with his son

Explore the life of Sultan Muhammad Khan, Peshawar's governor in 1830. Discover his alliances, defection, and influence in the Sikh Wars.

wazir khan 2

Explore the legacy of Wazir Khan of Lahore, known for his reverence of Guru Arjan and his influential role as governor under Emperor Shah Jahan.

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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.