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Discover Guru Gobind Singh's SASTRA NAM MALA, a poetic tribute to weapons as divine protectors in Dasam Granth. Dive into this unique composition now!

Discover Tota Bhai, trained by Guru Arjan and Guru Hargobind, remembered for his valor in the 1629 Amritsar battle. Learn more in Bhai Gurdas, Varan XI.18.

Discover Bhai Amaru's journey from Dalla village to Sikhism under Guru Amar Das in Punjab. Explore historical texts: Bhagat Mala & Sri Gur Pratap Suraj Granth.

BHANU BHAI, a Bahil Khatri of Rajmahal in the present Santhal Parganah of Bihar, was a devout Sikh of the time of Guru Hargobind. According to Bhai Mani Singh, Sikhan di Bhagat Mala, Bhai Bhanu once asked Guru Hargobind, "0 true king! Different religious books prescribe different paths to be followed such as austerities, pilgrimages, sacrifices, fasting, rituals, knowledge and meditation. Which is the best way to attaining the goal?" The Guru replied, "Cultivate God`s Name with humility, and you will obtain liberation."

CHETO, or Chetu, was one of the masands, i.e. vicars and to the collectors, found guilty of misappropriating devotees` offerings and punished by Guru Gobind Singh, who finally abolished the system.

Discover how HARl DAS and fellow Sikhs embraced Guru Arjan's teachings, finding liberation through humility, honesty, and love.

Discover Bhai Phirna, a noted Sikh from Guru Arjan's era, highlighted in historical texts. Learn about his legacy and spiritual journey in Amritsar.

Discover the devoted Suja Bhai from Guru Arjan's era, celebrated in Mani Singh's Sikhan di Bhagat Mala. An inspiring Sikh legacy.

Explore Bhai Tulsa's journey from pride to humility through Guru Amar Das's initiation, featuring in Bhai Gurdas's Varan and Bhagat Mala.

BADALI, BHAI, a Sodhi Khatri, and Se^h Gopal figure in the roster of prominent Sikhs of the time of Guru Hargobind (1595-1644) in Bhai Gurdas, Varan XI. 31. As they sought the Guru\'s instruction he, records Bhai Mani Singh, Sikhan di Bhagat Mala, impressed upon them the virtue of humility. Both Bhai Badali and Bhai Gopal embraced the precept and won renown as devout Sikhs.

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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.