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firenghees

Explore the origins and evolving perceptions of 'Feringhee,' a term for Europeans in India, from Vasco de Gama's arrival to post-British India.

gharu

Explore the musical significance of GHARU in the Guru Granth Sahib, highlighting its unique role in raga variations and Indian musicology.

jatha

Discover the historical significance of 'jatha' in Sikh tradition, representing volunteer bands skilled in guerrilla warfare during 18th-century conflicts.

jiva

Explore Jiva, the essence beyond the body, breath, and mind. Discover the Transcendent Self or Atman in life and consciousness.

khalsa

Explore the Khalsa, the community of baptized Sikhs, founded by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699. Discover its origins and significance in Sikh tradition.

mahant narayan das

Explore the legacy of Mahants in Sikh history, their influence on gurdwaras, and the impact of the Gurdwara Reform movement in the 20th century.

manmukh

Discover how Sikh sacred texts contrast the ego-driven manmukh with the Guru-guided gurmukh, exploring personality types and spiritual guidance.

guru arjan dev2

Explore Sikhism's deep-rooted tradition of martyrdom, a noble sacrifice bearing witness to unwavering faith and spiritual conviction.

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Explore the Phunha poetic meter in Guru Granth Sahib, expressing deep devotion and longing for the Divine. Discover its origins and spiritual significance.

Explore how Guru Nanak redefined 'qudrat' to embody Divine power and creation, bridging Indian and Arabic traditions with a unique philosophical vision.

akali warrior

Discover the profound concept of 'Akal'—timeless and deathless—in Sikh tradition, as highlighted in the Dasam Granth and Guru Granth Sahib.

sant

Explore the profound concept of 'Sant', a term of spiritual significance representing holiness and benevolence in Bhakti and Sikh traditions.

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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.