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Discover the story of Khem Karan, Bibi Rup Kaur's husband, and their historical ties to Kiratpur and the Guru Har Rai lineage.

Discover the legacy of Bhai Mohan, a devoted Sikh from Punjab, known for his honesty and teachings from Guru Arjan. Explore his spiritual impact.

Explore Bhai Paira Bhai's dedication to Guru Arjan, embracing honest labor and charity, living a life of simplicity and piety.

Discover the musical legacy of SADDU and Maddu, rebeck players who performed kirtan for Guru Gobind Singh at Anandpur as detailed in Sri Gur Pratap Suraj Granth.

Explore the legacy of Suri Bhai, a village headman initiated by Guru Arjan in Amritsar, featured in Bhai Gurdas' writings. Learn about his spiritual journey.

ANANTI, MATA, wife of Baba Gurditta and mother of Guru Har Rai, Nanak VII. She was popularly known as Mata Natti. Some chroniclers have also used for her the names of Nihal Kaur and Bassi. See NATTi, MATA

DESAN, MAI, a childless woman from a Sandhu Jatt family of Patti in Amritsar district, once approached Guru Hargobind praying for the boon of a child. The Guru advised her to remain content with what God had willed for her, but, as she persisted in her request, he made a prayer for her. Mai Desan, says Gurbilas Chhevin Patshahi, had in course of time seven sons, whose descendants now inhabit the village of Chabba, 8 km south of Amritsar. Gurdwara Sarigrana Sahib at Chabba marks the spot where Mai Desan is believed to have met the Guru.

Discover Gurusar, a village near Jaito, home to Gurdwara Patshahi X, where Guru Gobind Singh's visit is commemorated. Learn its rich history today!

Discover the life of Bhai Jetha, a devoted Sikh who served Gurus and fought bravely for faith, embodying the spirit of dedication and sacrifice.

Discover the legacy of Khera Bhai, a notable Soim Khatri Sikh from Guru Nanak's era, referenced in Bhai Gurdas Varan XI, 13. Learn more here.

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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.