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Delve into the life and works of Bhai Sardul Singh Giani, a renowned Sikh scholar who contributed vastly to Sikh history and literature.

Visit Toka Sahib Gurdwara, a serene shrine honoring Guru Gobind Singh, nestled on the Himachal Pradesh-Haryana border. Unveiling history from 1688!

DES RAJ. BHAI, a Khatri Sikh of Amritsar, was entrusted with the supervision of the reconstruction of the Harimandar during the sixties and seventies of the eighteenth century. Nothing is known about his early life or family except that he originally came from Sursingh village, 30 km southwest of Amritsar, from where he migrated to the town and flourished in business, with a reputation for honesty and truthfulness. When the Sikhs sacked Sirhind in January 1764 and allocated several hundred thousands rupees from the plunder for the restoration of Sri Harimandar Sahib at Amritsar, demolished by Ahmad Shah Durrani two years earlier, they assigned Bhai Des Raj to undertake the reconstruction.

Explore Jand Sahib Gurdwara near Bathinda, marking Bhai Rupa's devotion to Guru Hargobind. Discover its rich history, festivals, and cultural significance.

Explore MADDOKE village's Gurdwara Guru Sar, honoring Guru Hargobind's visits. Experience rich history and annual celebrations in Moga District.

Explore the legacy of Parduman Singh Giani, the key figure in managing the historic Sri Darbar Sahib, Amritsar. Discover his journey amidst royal intrigues.

Explore the historic Gurdwara Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib, nestled in serene fields near Saunti. Unveil the tales of bravery and spirituality at this tranquil shrine.

Discover the rich history of the Sikhs in 'Twankh Guru Khalsa,' chronicling their journey from origins to the British conquest. A must-read by Giani Gian Singh.

DIAL DAS, BHAI or Bhai Diala (d. 1675), martyr to the Sikh faith, was, according to Shahid Bilas Bhai Mani Singh, the son of Mai Das and an elder brother of Bhai Mani Ram. He was a prominent Sikh of his time and was in the train of Guru Tegh Bahadur during his journey across the eastern parts in 1665-70. He was one of the Sikhs detained and later released by the Mughal rulers in 1665. As the Guru proceeded further east from Patna, Dial Das was left behind to look after the Guru`s family.

Explore the historical Gurdwara Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Patshahi Chheviri in Jandali, a sacred shrine in a grove near Dhamot, Ludhiana.

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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.