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guru kotha

Discover Wazirabad, home to Gurdwara Guru Kotha Chhevin Patshahi, sacred to Guru Hargobind. Dive into its rich Sikh heritage and vibrant local traditions.

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AHMAD SHAH DURRANI (1722-1772), the first of the Saddozai rulers of Afghanistan and founder of the Durrani empire, belonged to the Saddozai section of the Popalzai clan of the Abdali tribe of Afghans. In the 18th century the Abdalis were to be found chiefly around Herat. Under their leader Zaman Khan, father of Ahmad Khan. they resisted Persian attempts to take Herat until, in 1728, they were forced to submit to Nadir Shah. Recognizing the fighting qualities of the Abdalis, Nadir Shah enlisted them in his army.

Discover the fearless legacy of Baj Singh, a devoted Sikh and warrior who played a pivotal role in major battles under Banda Singh Bahadur.

dilawar khan

Explore the dramatic encounter between Dilawar Khan's forces and Guru Gobind Singh at Anandpur in the 17th century. Discover how the Sikhs turned the tide.

Explore Ghanaula, an ancient village near Ropar with a shrine marking Guru Gobind Singh's visits. Uncover its rich Mughal-era history and spiritual significance.

guru gobind singh

Explore Jangnama, the key Persian account of Ahmad Shah Durrani's 1764-65 crusade against the Sikhs, a pivotal historical source.

Discover the rich history of Kotla Nihang Khan and its significance due to Gurdwara Bhattha Sahib, where Guru Gobind Singh's legacy thrives.

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Explore Khafi Khan's 1722 Persian masterpiece, Muntakhab Ul Lubab, detailing India's rich history and the valiant saga of Guru Gobind Singh and Banda Singh Bahadur.

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.

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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. 

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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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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.