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mahalla

Discover the significance of 'Mahala' in Guru Granth Sahib, denoting the spiritual lineage and authorship of Sikh Gurus starting with Guru Nanak.

mata ganga

Explore the life of Mata Ganga, consort of Guru Arjan and mother of Guru Hargobind. Discover her legacy and the shrine at Baba Bakala in her honor.

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Explore the concept of manas, the mind in Indian thought, its role in perception, emotions, and spiritual connection, bridging the material and consciousness.

GIAN SINGH RAREVALA (1901-1979), administrator and politician, was born on 16 December 1901 at his mother`s village Bhari in Ludhiana district. His own ancestral village was Rara, also in Ludhiana district, where his father Ratan Singh was a bisveddr (fiefholder) of the former princely state of Patiala. Gian Singh having received his early education at Bhari, Samrala and Ludhiana, passed his matriculation examination from Model High School, Patiala, and Bachelor of Arts examination from Mohindra College, Patiala, in 1925. He then entered the Patiala state service as a ndib ndzim (assistant deputy commissioner) and after a year`s training at Patiala he was posted to Sunam.

Discover the life of Mardana, Guru Nanak's dedicated companion, as they journeyed together spreading spiritual hymns. Explore this rich historical journey.

gurmatsangeet

Explore Gurmat Sangit, the sacred Sikh music blending Indian ragas and divine verse, creating a profound communion with God through classical tradition.

panth

Explore the meaning of 'Panth'—a way of life and religious path in Sikhism, embodying the collective faith and commitment of the Sikh community.

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Explore the vital role of the Guru in Sikhism, guiding disciples to enlightenment and spiritual progress through divine wisdom and God's revelation.

Explore Sikh cosmology, where divine will and poetry unveil the universe's origins in the Guru Granth Sahib, celebrating God's singular creative force.

gana

Explore the intriguing world of Ganas, their divine attributes, and their connection with Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and god of wisdom.

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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.