stories

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.

Dard, Hira Singh, an eminent story writer, wrote with a reformatory attitude. He indirectly preached certain reforms keeping in view the realistic side of life. His story \'Rakhri\'1 is of this nature. The character, of the quarrelsome, rude and unlettered Rukmani—the heroine—making her home a hell and over hen-pecked nature of Daroga Prem Nath—the hero—are god realistic i portrayals but at the same time there is a implied suggestion of needed reform in both of them. His famous story \'Pir Gahlur Shah\' is a fine satire on the religious but blind faith of those people who, being uneducated, repose full faith in the hypocritical preachers.

Explore Gurcharan Singh's legacy in Punjabi literature as a critic, novelist, and poet. His prolific works span fiction, poetry, and literary studies.

Dive into the literary world of Mohinder Singh Joshi, a master in crafting precise, engaging short stories set in the Malwa region.

Explore Kanwal Kesar Singh's impactful short stories addressing societal evils with clarity and realism, advancing Punjabi literature's realistic portrayal.

Explore Ajeet Kaur's impactful stories and novels. Her award-winning writing continues to captivate readers worldwide with deep insights and creativity.

opening folio of a sau sakhi manuscript

Uncover the legendary anecdotes of PAN SAU SAKHI, a collection attributed to Bhai Ram Kuir, narrating lives of the Gurus. Dive into Sikh heritage stories.

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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.

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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.

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4 years Ago

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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4 years Ago

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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18 years Ago

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.