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NIVALA, BHAI, a devoted Sikh of the time of Guru Arjan. He once waited on the Guru who taught him to practise ndm, and serve the sangat. The name figures in Bhai Gurdas, Varan, XI. 19.

PADHANA, pronounced Bharhana, a village barely half a kilometre on the Pakistan side of the IndoPak border, is sacred to Guru Hargobind (1595-1694) who once stayed here during his journey from Lahore to Amritsar. The historical Gurdwara Patshahi VI commemorating the Guru`s visit remained affiliated to the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee until it was abandoned consequent upon the partition of the Punjab in 1947.

panjmukte

Discover the legacy of the Panj Mukte, the first five Sikhs initiated by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699, and their role in Sikh history.

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Discover 'Parchi Bhai Seva Ram', a captivating biographical sketch in verse, capturing the legacy of Bhai Seva Ram and Sikh tenets. Published in Patiala.

Khanda symbol of Sikhism in orange color

Discover Bhai Partapu's journey from a soldier to a revered disciple of Guru Arjan, embodying bravery and charity. Learn the lessons of righteous living.

Explore Gurdwara Burj Sahib, a historical shrine in Phatte Nangal, Gurdaspur. A site of spiritual and architectural significance, hosting large gatherings.

pir muhammad khan barazkai

Explore Pir Muhammad Khan's alliance with Maharaja Ranjit Singh and his pivotal role in Peshawar's 1800s history as a steadfast ally of the Sikh sovereign.

Explore the fascinating life of Maharaja Pratap Singh, ruler of Nabha, and his impact on Punjab's history. A tale of independence and resilience.

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Explore Punjab & Kashmir in the 1830s with Victor Jacquemont's unique insights on Ranjit Singh's court & more in this timeless historical account.

Explore the history of Qutb udDin's rule in Kasur, his conflict with Ranjit Singh, and his ultimate downfall. Discover the key events from 1802 to 1832.

Discover Raipur Rani, a historic village near Chandigarh, home to Gurdwara DasvTri Patshahi and rich in heritage linked to Guru Gobind Singh's visit.

Explore the sacred Gurdwara Sahib Patshahi IX, located in Ralia, Punjab, commemorating Guru Tegh Bahadur's visit. A historic site, managed by the SGPC.

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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.