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Discover the heroics of Kesra Singh, a valiant Sikh warrior who became a martyr during Guru Gobind Singh's escape from Nirmohgarh in 1700.

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Discover the bravery of Maimun Khan, leading Afghan troops under Guru Gobind Singh, defending Anandpur against a Mughal assault in 1703.

NAVALA, BHAI, and his brother. Bhai Nihala, Sabharval Khatris of Palna, were devoted Sikhs respected widely for their truthful and hospitable nature. Once they called on Guru Hargobind and besought instruction. According to Bhai Mani Singh, Sikhdn di Bhagat Maid, Guru Hargobind taught them always to remember God and serve others with humility.

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Discover the legacy of Rama Didi Bhat, a devoted disciple of Guru Nanak, as mentioned by Bhai Gurdas. Explore insights from renowned Sikh texts.

Discover Shihan Bhai, a notable Sikh from the eras of Guru Angad and Guru Amar Das in Punjab's Khadur Sahib. Learn about his influential legacy.

Discover Bhai Ugvanda from Chunian, Punjab, mentioned in Bhai Gurdas's writings, who was initiated by Guru Arjan. Learn more about his legacy.

BHANA, BHAI, of Sultanpur Lodhi, now in Kapurthala district of the Punjab, was a devoted Sikh of the time of Guru Arjan. He once travelled with the sangat of his town to Amritsar and received the Guru`s blessing. SeeAKUL, BHAI, and BHIKHA, BHATT

DAU, BHAI, a devoted Sikh of Guru Hargobind (1595-1644), is listed by Bhai Santokh Singh, Sn Gur Pratap Suraj Granth, among warriors who fought in the battle of Amritsar (1629).

Discover Japa Bhai, a notable Khatri of the Khullar clan, mentioned in Bhai Gurdas' Varan. Learn about his legacy and contributions to Sikhism.

Explore Kheda Bhai's legacy as highlighted by Bhai Gurdas, among notable Sikhs of Guru Nanak's time. Discover more in historical texts like Varan XI.13.

Discover how Man Chand from Kabul embraced Guru Nanak's teachings and spread his wisdom across the region. A tale of devotion and transformation.

NAYYA, BHAI, a Khullar Khatri, was a prominent Sikh of the time of Guru Ram Das. Bhai Gurdas describes him, in his Varan, XI. 17, as "Nayya Khullar, beloved of the Guru himself."

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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.