BHAGTA or Bhagta, Bhai Ka, village 20 km east to Jaito (30° 26`N, 74° 53`E) in Faridkot district of the Punjab, was founded during the latter lialf of the seventeenth century by Bhai Bhagta, grandson of Bhai Bahilo (1553-1643) a leading Sikh of the time of Guru Arjan. As Guru Gobind Singh visited the village in December 1705, the five sons of the founder ~ Gurdas, Tara, Bhara, Mohra and Bhagtaserved him with devotion. Bhai Santokh Singh, Sn GurPratap Suraj Granth, records a popular legend according to which Bhai Bhagta had a well sunk with the help of spirits which were still held in captivity by his sons.
DHINGAR, BHAI, a carpenter, was a devoted Sikh of the time of Guru Hargobind (1595-1644). According to Bhai Mani Singh, Sikhan di Bhagat Mala, Bhai Dhirigar, along with Bhai Maddu, a fellow worker in the craft, came to serve at the Guru`s feet. During the day they hewed wood for Guru ka Langar, community kitchen, and made cots and other articles for use by the disciples; in the divan they attentively listened to recitations and discourses; and early in the morning they drew water for Sikhs` ablutions.
Discover how Hari Lal & his brother broke caste barriers, embraced Sikhism, and spread Guru Nanak's teachings in Kashi, valuing the divine gift of His name.
Discover the valor of Kalian Singh, who fought valiantly for Guru Gobind Singh at Taragarh Fort in 1700. His legacy as a brave warrior endures.
Discover Bhai Lalu's journey in the Sikh faith under Guru Arjan, known for his humility and service at Amritsar's sacred pool.
Explore the valor of Nanda Bhai, a Sanghera Jatt, who showcased heroism by taking on a Mughal commander barehanded in the Battle of Lohgarh.
Discover Bhai Phirna, a noted Sikh from Guru Arjan's era, highlighted in historical texts. Learn about his legacy and spiritual journey in Amritsar.
Explore the life of Bhai Salho, a key Sikh figure in Amritsar's history, noted for his devotion and administration under Guru Arjan, commemorated at Dharamsala.
Discover Bhai Tiratha, a devoted Sikh guided by Guru Ram Das. Embrace truth & humility as taught in Bhai Gurdas, Varan XI. 17. Learn more!
BHANDARA SINGH, a shopkeeper of Sirhind, was a devotee of Guru Gobind Singh. According to Bhai Santokh Singh, Sn Gur Pratap Suraj Granth, he received the vows of the Khalsa on the historic Baisakhi day of 1699.
