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Discover Jai Singh Atarivala's intriguing life as a soldier and diplomat under Maharaja Ranjit Singh, marked by alliances and plots in 19th century Punjab.

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Discover the legacy of Maharani Jind Kaur, the mother of Duleep Singh, who defied odds to lead the Sikh Empire and shape Punjab's history.

Explore KHURSHUID KHALSA, the 1885 Urdu book that delves into Sikh history. Discover the controversies it sparked among Amritsar and Lahore factions.

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Explore the life of Sir William Hay Macnaghten, pivotal in Anglo-Sikh and Afghan relations, and his role in the 1838 Tripartite treaty.

Discover the legacy of Milkha Singh Thehpuria, an influential Sikh chief who transformed Rawalpindi and earned respect from warlike Hazara tribes.

Explore the legacy of Nau Nihal Singh, the favored grandson of Maharaja Ranjit Singh, his military exploits, and the court intrigues leading to his untimely death.

Discover the rich history of Partap Kaur, married to Karivar Sher Singh. Learn about her legacy, her adoption of Thakar Singh, and her influence in Punjab.

Explore Punjab & Kashmir in the 1830s with Victor Jacquemont's unique insights on Ranjit Singh's court & more in this timeless historical account.

Discover the life, works, and influence of 19th-century Punjabi poet Ramdas Bava from the Divana sect, including his patronage by Maharaja Narinder Singh.

Discover Shah Shuja, King of Kabul's dramatic journey through power struggles, captivities, and attempted throne recoveries, impacting Afghan history.

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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.