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GOMEZ, also known as Lawrence Goniez Allard, was a Portuguese. Hejoined the Khalsa army in 1842. After the Anglo Sikh wars, he was taken by the British as adjutant in one of the police battalions raised from the disbanded Sikh soldiery. He retired in 1862.

Discover Bhai Maddu's life, a devoted Sikh carpenter who served Guru Hargobind, playing a vital role in the Guru ka Langar. Learn more about his legacy.

Discover the intriguing tale of Sulahi Khan's demise and Guru Arjan's verse references in Sikh lore during his visit to Prithi Chand in Malva.

Explore the daring escape and valiant battles of Englishman Barlow from being a prisoner in Afghanistan to his roles in the Sikh Empire until 1845.

GOULD, JOHN (d. 1842), an English soldier of fortune who arrived at Lahore with his brother in law Colonel Van Cortlandt. He took up service under Maharaja Ranjit Singh in 1834. He commanded a battalion of the Sikh army and remained in servk :e for eight years till his death in 1842 at Firoxpur.

Explore the spiritual bond between Muslim saint Sundar Shah and Sikh Bhai Bidhi Chand, marking a unique chapter in Sikh tradition of the 17th century.

Explore BATTICE's role in Sikh ordnance; an Italian's brief service shaping gunpowder industry in 1843 Lahore. Discover his intriguing story.

Explore the story of Haridas Bhai, the devoted jail superintendent who revered Guru Hargobind at Gwalior Fort during Emperor Jahangir's reign.

Discover the life of Mata Marvahi, wife of Guru Hargobind and mother of Suraj Mall. Learn about her journey from Mandiala to Kiratpur.

Discover Singh Harbhajan's profound impact on Punjabi poetry, literature, and his acclaimed translations. Explore his journey as a front-rank poet.

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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.