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Discover the historic Gurdwara Navin Patshahi in Railon village, a significant site linked to Guru Tegh Bahadur, steeped in cultural and spiritual heritage.

Discover the story of Sadhna, the butcher turned saint, known for his spiritual devotion and hymn in the Guru Granth Sahib, celebrating divine meditation.

Discover Guru Tegh Bahadur's 57 slokas in Guru Granth Sahib, emphasizing God remembrance and devotion for true spiritual fulfillment.

satbirsingh

Explore Satbir Singh's legacy: a prolific author with 70+ works, dedicated educator, and influential leader in the Sikh community.

Explore the life of Sohan Singh Bhai, a Nankana Sahib martyr, who fought for the liberation of sacred shrines with unwavering courage and sacrifice.

Discover the enigmatic qualities of Surapati, also known as Indra, the king of gods. Dive into mythical insights from Dhanasari Kabir, p. 691.

teeka

Discover the rich history and influence of tika, from ancient Indian texts to Sikh scriptural commentaries such as the renowned Faridkot Tika.

Discover Vandar, home to the historic Gurdwara Sahib Patshahi X, where Guru Gobind Singh stayed. Join the vibrant Baisakhi fair in this charming Punjabi village.

amritsar

Explore Amritsar, the Sikh holy city, home to the Golden Temple. Learn about its founding by Guru Ram Das and its significance in Sikh history.

ANGAD DEV, GURU, (1504-1552), the second of the ten Gurus or prophet teachers of the Sikh faith was born Lahina on Baisakh vadi 1, Sammat 1561 Bikrami, corresponding with 31 March 1504. His father, Bhai Pheru, was a Trehan Khatri and a trader of humble means, whose ancestral home was located near the village of Matte di Sarai, now known as Sarai Nanga, 16 km from Muktsar, in present day district of Faridkot in the Punjab. His mother\'s name is variously given as Sabhirai, Ramo, Daya Kaur and Mansa Devi. In Magh 1576 Bk/January 1520, he was married to Khivi, daughter of Devi Chand, a Marvah Khatri from the village of Sanghar, near Khadur, in Amritsar district.

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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.