saint

Discover Parchi, a unique genre of Punjabi literature showcasing the spiritual tales of saints and prophets from the 17th century.

mansur sufi saint

Explore the spiritual journey of Sufi saint Mansur in this unpublished manuscript, highlighting his life, teachings, and legacy preserved in Patiala.

bhai kanhaiya

Explore the spiritual journey of Bhai Kanhaiya, the founder of the Sevapanthi sect, through engaging stories and anecdotes.

Explore sacred sakhis of Bhai Addan Shah, a revered Sevapanthi saint, promoting divine remembrance & humble service. A gem for understanding Sikhism.

goddess saraswati

Discover the sanctity and mythological significance of the Sarasvati River, revered for fertility and wisdom, pivotal to the early Aryans' spirituality.

bhai taru popat 1

Discover the inspiring story of Taru Popat, a young Sikh who found peace and liberation through the guidance of Guru Nanak. Learn about his early wisdom and spiritual journey.

gurbachan singh talib

Explore the works of Gurbachan Singh Talib, a Shakespearean scholar who enriched Punjabi literature through translation and critical essays.

Uncover rare insights from 1847 Punjabi prose by Bhai Addan Shah. Explore teachings of humility, service, and celibacy. Discover 252 moral anecdotes.

bannou pan dei

ALLARD, BANNOU PAN DEI (1814-1884), born of Raja Menga Ram of Chamba and Banni Panje Dei at Chamba on 25 January 1814, married Jean Francois Allard, one of Maharaja Ranjit Singh\'s French generals, in March 1826, and bore him seven children, two of whom died in infancy and are buried in Lahore along with their father. Allard and his wife also adopted a little orphan, Achille. In 1834, Bannou Pan Dei, her children and two of her female attendants accompanied Allard to France.

jean allard 2

Discover Benjamin Allard's pivotal role in 19th-century Lahore's trade networks and European investments, blending commerce with personal legacy.

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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.