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Explore the myth of Hiranyaksha, the demon defeated by Vishnu's boar avatar, preserving earth amidst cosmic chaos. Dive into legendary lore.

Discover how Guru Arjan Dev redefines the concept of Paradise, prioritizing spiritual devotion over material temptations like the allure of a houri.

Explore the concept of Kam in Sikhism, its role among the four Purusarthas, and how it contrasts with Hinduism and Buddhism's perspectives.

Discover the captivating tale of Qazi Rukan Din of the Janam Sakhis meeting Guru Nanak in Mecca & the miraculous revelation of divine presence.

Discover Guru Gobind Singh's Zafarnamah to Emperor Aurangzib, an epic Persian verse declaring moral sovereignty in public affairs. Explore the Dasam Granth!

ACHAL SAHIB, GURDWARA. sacred to Guru Nanak, is located on the boundary of Salho and Chahal villages along the Jalandhar Batala road, 6 km south of Batala (31M9\'N, 75°12\'E) in Gurdaspur district of the Punjab. The low mound on which the Gurdwara is situated, in close proximity of the ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Kartikeya, son of Lord Shiva, is popularly known as Achal Vatala. The Achal temple had since old times been a place of pilgrimage visited by sadhus from distant parts, especially during the annual fair held on the occasion of Sivaratri festival.

Explore 'ahankar,' the concept of ego in Sikhism, its impact on spiritual life, and remedies like humility and seva for overcoming this human frailty.

ANABHI, a Jain hierarch, who, according to Puratan Janam Sakhi, met Guru Nanak during his journey to the South. Anabhi addressed the Guru thus: "Eatest thou corn, old or new, consumest thou parched gram, and drinkest thou cold water without filtering to ensure absence of living organisms; yet thou art called a Guru. What merit dost thou possess if thou art constantly killing living beings?" Guru Nanak, according to Puratan Janam Sakhi, recited verses saying: "By the Master`s grace is faith fulfilled," and not by "having the hair of one`s head plucked, drinking befouled water and begging others for leftovers to eat. "Anabhi, says the Janam Sakhi, took the precept and became a disciple.

Discover how a young Guru Nanak made an acrostic, Patti, from memory—reflecting on the One Lord's creation. An inspiring tale of divine wisdom.

BABAR VANI (Babar's command or sway) is how the four hymns by Guru Nanak alluding to the invasions by Babar (1483-1530), the first Mughal emperor of India, are collectively known in Sikh literature.