vishnu

chauadah rattan

Discover Guru Angad Dev's Chaudaha Ratan, the story of virtues and the divine churning for Amrita, revealing 14 treasures and spiritual enlightenment.

vaikuntha

BAIKUNTHA (VAIKUNTHA) Everyone talks of going there, but I do not know the situation of Baikuntha. They do not know their own secrets, they only mention Baikuntha in their talk. As long as the mind hopes to go to Baikuntha, till that time, it cannot abide at the Feet of the Lord. I do not know the temple of Baikuntha, its moat, citadel and the plaster. Except this what can we say, says Kabir, that only the Saab Sangat (congregation) is the Baikuntha.

matsya avatar

Explore the origin and myths of Matsya, the Fish Incarnation, and its role in saving sacred texts and lifelines from destruction. Dive into divine tales!

bali vamana story

Discover the tale of King Bali, whose pride led him to deceive, only to be cast into the nether-world by Vishnu's cosmic strides. Journey through myth!

narasimha

NARASINGH (Man-lion incarnation) The Lord manifested Himself by tearing off the column and killed the egoistic demon.

vaman

Uncover how Vishnu, as Vamana, outwitted Bali and protected the cosmos with just two steps. Divine intervention and mythology's grandeur await.

saptapuri

Explore the temporary nature of mythological Puris and their divine abodes. Discover the immortal essence of the Lord in various scriptures.

brahma on hamsa

Unveil the intriguing tales of Brahma, the lotus-born creator, intertwined with divine egos, maya, and cosmic duties in Hindu mythology.

prahalad

Discover the tale of Prahlada, the fearless devotee of Vishnu, who defied his tyrant father, Hiranyakashipu, and witnessed divine intervention.

brahmatika

Explore the Hindu Triad, Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva, lost in the three modes of Maya. Discover their journey and Guru Nanak Dev's insights.

sukra

Explore King Bali's mythological journey & his fateful descent to Patala, guided by Shukra. Discover lessons from this epic story of pride & caution.

buddha

Explore Buddha's intriguing role as Vishnu's ninth avatar, merging Buddhism and Hinduism, and its impact on religious teachings.

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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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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.