Moral codes and Sikh practices

rehraas

Explore Rahrasi, the Sikh evening prayer symbolizing faith over ritual. Learn about its evolution and significance in Sikhs' daily prayers.

guru granth sahib ji

Explore the significance of Aakhand Path, a nonstop 48-hour recitation of Guru Granth Sahib, performed by multiple readers in a historical relay fashion.

kaur

Learn why 'Kaur,' meaning princess, is the common surname for Sikh women, symbolizing equality & tradition. Explore its Sanskrit origins & cultural significance.

Explore the spiritual journey of Sadharan Path, a flexible reading of the Guru Granth Sahib, perfect for personal growth or special occasions.

amritvela

Discover the essence of Amrit Vela in Sikhism—embrace divine meditation before dawn and find every moment auspicious for remembering God.

keshadhari

Explore the significance of KESADHARI in Sikhism, where unshorn hair is an article of faith and symbol of divine will.

Explore the unique role of Sahajdhari Sikhs who embrace Sikh ideals with gradualism. Learn about their history, beliefs, and contributions to the Sikh community.

ardaas

Discover the essence of Ardaas, a Sikh prayer, focusing on love, spirituality, and universal welfare. Learn its significance beyond material gain.

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

Explore the Sampat Path, a Guru Granth Sahib recitation variation not commonly practiced today, blending Sikh and Hindu traditions for spiritual depth.

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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.