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

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Delve into the rare anecdotes of Guru Nanak's life in the B40 Janam Sakhi manuscript with unique narratives and 57 illustrations.

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Visit Rohla Sahib Gurdwara, a sacred site to Guru Gobind Singh in Jangi Rana village, near Bathinda. Discover its rich history and spiritual significance.

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

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Explore the versified biography of Guru Nanak by Sant Das Chhibbar, based on Janam Sakhi Bhai Raidas. Discover the poetic narrative of Sikhism's founder.

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

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Discover the legacy of Banarasi, grandmother of Guru Nanak and mother of Baba Kalu, in the vibrant history of Nankana Sahib.

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

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Discover the tale of Mughal general Said Khan, whose encounter with Guru Gobind Singh shifted destiny from conquest to spiritual devotion.

Explore Barhe village, sacred to Guru Tegh Bahadur, near Budhlada Mandi. Visit Gurdwara Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib and experience its rich history.

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Discover the rich lives of the ten Sikh Gurus detailed in the historic manuscript 'MAHIMA PRAKASH,' with ties to ancient texts and Sikh heritage.

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Discover how Shaikh Sajjan, a notorious thug from Multan, found redemption after a life-changing encounter with Guru Nanak, transforming his home into a dharamsala.

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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.