stories

pari

Explore the mystical tales of Parian fairies, weaving magic and myth across cultures and history.

opening folio of a sau sakhi manuscript

Explore the intriguing Panj Sau Sakhi, a legendary compilation of 500 Sikh anecdotes cherished for its cultural significance and spiritual insights.

guru arjan pilu

Explore Pilu's melancholic songs and the tragic love story of Mirza-Sahiban, reflecting Punjabi life's romance and societal constraints.

Explore Gulzar Singh Sandhu's literary journey from Punjab to Delhi, capturing village life in his award-winning stories. Discover his classic works now.

m s sarna

Discover the magnum opus of Mohinder Singh Sarna with vivid tales set in Sikh history—a master storyteller honored with countless literary awards.

Discover Balwant Singh Chatrath's impactful short stories, tackling social issues & historical reinterpretations. Explore five collections driving change.

navtej singh

Explore Navtej Singh's poignant short stories and essays, full of poetic touches and realism, recognized by the Punjab government with the Shiromani Patrakar Award.

sujan singh

Explore Sujan Singh's compelling short stories highlighting socio-economic struggles, with a focus on downtrodden and women’s issues. Discover his works now!

Bhagwan Singh (1850 - 1902) born in the village of Marajh, now in district Bhatinda in 1850,has given the story of Heer a popular rural colour characteristic of the Malwa or the southern region of Punjab. It is written in the classical Kabit form in the Hindu tradition. Sohni Mahival and Mirza Sahiban are two of his other issas besides which he has written many popular stories in verse-form.

dalip kaur tiwana

Explore the powerful narratives of Dalip Kaur Tiwana, a celebrated Punjabi novelist highlighting women's struggles. Discover her award-winning works!

charitropakhyan

Discover Chritropakhyan, a collection of epic tales exploring women's virtues and deceits, ascribed to Guru Gobind Singh in the Dasam Granth.

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Dive into Kulwant Singh Virk's gripping stories of rural Punjab, celebrated for their psychological depth and modern narratives. Discover award-winning tales.

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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.