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BISHAN DAS. BHAL a devoted Sikh of the time of Guru Ram Das, Nanak IV. His name is included in the roster of prominent Sikhs in Bhai Gurdas, Varan, XI. 17. See PURO, BHAI

DARGAHA, BHAI, a Bhandari Khatri, figures in Bhai Gurdas`s roster of prominent Sikhs of Guru Hargobind`s time, Varan, XI.28. According to Bhai Mani Singh, Sikhan di Bhagat Mala, Bhai Dargaha once complained to the Guru that some Sikhs when interpreting gurbanife into polemic. Guru Hargobind said that while reasoning with a view to removing doubts and gaining or disseminating true knowledge was beneficial, Sikhs must shun pedantry born of haumai or pride.

Explore Bhai Haru's journey under Guru Arjan, highlighting personal effort and divine grace. Learn about his legacy in Bhai Gurdas, Varan XI. 20.

Discover the humble life of Bhai Jodh, a Brahman who turned Sikh, served selflessly in Guru ka Langar, and attained emancipation through dedicated service.

Discover Bhai Maddu's life, a devoted Sikh carpenter who served Guru Hargobind, playing a vital role in the Guru ka Langar. Learn more about his legacy.

Discover Pammu Bhai, a renowned Sikh soldier of Guru Hargobind's era, celebrated in Bhai Mani Singh's works and historical texts. Learn more!

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Explore the story of REKH RAO and Bhana Mallan, revered Sikh figures in Kabul, whose integrity was lauded through Guru Arjan's blessing.

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Discover Tiloka Pathak, a Sikh hero of the 1629 Amritsar battle, revered as a Scripture reciter and congregation servant. Learn more about his legacy.

BHAGATU, BHAI, a Chhura Khatri of Burhanpur who, according to Bhai Gurdas, Varan, XI. 30, received instruction at the hands of Guru Hargobind. See BHAGVAN DAS, BHAI

BODALA. BHAI, a Sikh of Burhanpur included by Bhai Gurdas, Varan, XI. 30, in the roster of yrominent Sikhs of the time of Guru Hargobind. See BHAGVAN DAS, BHAI

DHILLI MANDAL, BHAI, was a devoted Sikh of the time of Guru Arjan. Once, as says Bhai Mani Singh, Sikhan di Bhagat Mala, he reported to the Guru that he had come across verses using the pseudonym Nanak, but which did not seem genuine at all. Guru Arjan, continues Bhai Mani Singh, undertook thereupon the task of preparing an authorized volume sifting the genuine from the counterfeit. Thus emerged the Holy Granth which was installed in the Harimandar at Amritsar in 1604. See GOPI MAHITA, BHAI

Discover Hema Kapahi, a revered Sikh trader from Sultanpur Lodhi, known for his spiritual enlightenment and teachings from Guru Amar Das and Guru Arjan.

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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.