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Explore the legacy of Ram Singh, ancestor of Patiala royalty & disciple of Guru Gobind Singh, founder of Rampura & a key figure in Sikh history.

Discover the legacy of Gurmukh Singh, a valiant commander in Maharaja Ranjit Singh's army, renowned for his key roles in pivotal 19th-century battles.

Discover the legacy of Manna Singh Majithia, a minor commander who served the Sukkarchakkia family, receiving a jagir in Jhelum and fighting under Maharaja Ranjit Singh.

Discover HEST, a Greek commandant in Hyderabad before joining the Sikh army in 1843. Learn about his legacy and tragic end in Lahore.

Explore the fascinating tales of Mahishasura in Hindu mythology, vanquished by Skanda and Durga. Discover the demon's role in epic battles and divine victories.

Discover the story of Jai Singh Kamla's valorous journey from soldier under Ranjit Singh to esteemed judge in Amritsar, shaping 19th-century Punjab.

NARASINGH (Man-lion incarnation) The Lord manifested Himself by tearing off the column and killed the egoistic demon. (Bhairo M. 3, p. 1154) The Lord came out of the column assuming huge size and killed Hiranyaksha (Hiranyakashipu) with his nails. That Supreme Purusha and God of gods manifested Himself as Narsingh for His devotee. (Basant Kabir, p. 1194) Vishnu assumed the form of man-lion in order to save the •world from the tyranny of the demon king Hiranyakashipu. He had propitiated Brahma and become invulnerable.

Explore Kahn Singh's JANGNAMA LAHOW, a vivid poetic account of the 1845-46 Anglo-Sikh Wars, highlighting the valor of Sikh warriors.

Explore the life of Ram Dial, a renowned Sikh general, commanding 30,000 troops by 16, and his expeditions in Kashmir, Multan, and beyond.

Discover the bravery of Javand Singh, a martyr of Nankana Sahib, who selflessly took his brother's place for the liberation of holy shrines in 1921.

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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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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.