Explore the deep-rooted traditions of Sankranti, celebrated with rituals, charity, and devotion, highlighting the cultural heritage and spiritual essence.
Explore the rich history of Sikhs' relations with Mughal emperors, from spiritual meetings to persecution, highlighting resilience and transformation.
Explore the rich contributions of Professor Pritam Singh in Punjabi literature, from teaching to noteworthy publications in research and storytelling.
Explore Amar Katha, a hagiographic manuscript on Guru Nanak. Discover its mystic tales preserved in rare libraries since the 18th century.
Explore the revered title 'Baba,' from its Persian roots to Sikh history, signifying respect and piety for revered leaders like Baba Ala Singh and Baba Buddha.
Discover the timeless beauty of Guru Arjan Dev's Bara Maha, blending Punjabi and Braj languages to express soulful yearnings across the twelve months.
DHINGA, BHAI, a barber by profession, became a follower of Guru Nanak. He once came to Guru Arigad, Nanak II (1502-52), and sought instruction. The latter advised him to emulate Sain, famous saint who too was a barber by profession and who had gained spiritual enlightenment by his loving devotion to the Deity.
Baba Kalu, the father of Guru Nanak, had worldly ambitions for his only son and wished that he should learn how to read and write and one day take his own place as the revenue superintendent of the village. So when Nanak was seven he was led to Gopal, the pdndhd, who felt happy to have with him a pupil so well spoken of in the village. He gave Nanak a place among his other pupils seated in a row reverentially on the ground in front of him. On a wooden slate he wrote down the first few letters of the alphabet of Sidhongdid or Sindhangdid script then in vogue among the commercial class, and gave it to Nanak to learn from.
Discover Guru Har Krishan, the eighth Sikh Guru, known for his profound knowledge and spiritual insight at a young age. Learn about his inspiring journey.
