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Discover how Bhai Lal Bhai served Guru Arjan, contributing to the sacred pool and Harimandar, becoming a masand in Punjab's Amritsar district.

Discover Nagauri Bhai, a dedicated follower of Guru Amar Das from Punjab's Kapurthala district, as referenced in Sikh texts like Bhai Gurdas Varan XI.16.

Explore the legacy of Sain Ditta, a devout Sikh goldsmith from Lahore, praised by Bhai Mani Singh as a leading devotee in Sikh history.

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.

BHAGVANA. BHAI, along with Bhai Latkan Ghura, Bhai Gurditta and Bhai Katara, the jeweller, once came to see Guru Arjan and asked for a mantra, or sacred formula. The Guru, as says Bhai Mani Singh, Sikhan di Bhagat Mala, told them that any name for God would save, but they might repeat and meditate upon the word Vahiguru revealed by Guru Nanak as a means of liberation. Bhai Bhagvana and his companions were pleased to be so instructed.

CHATUR DAS KAPUR, BHAI, whose name appears in Bhai Gurdas`s roster of devotees of Guru Arjan`s time. Varan, XI. 20. Chatur Das received initiation at the hands of the Guru who taught him to be humble and, in humility, seek the company of holy men. See GARU, BHAi

DIPA, BHAI, was a devoted Sikh of Guru Arjan\'s time (Bhai Gurdas, Varan, XI. 22). He zealously served in the Guru ka Larigar. He cooked food and served it to visiting Sikhs. He took the last turn and ate what was left over. He washed with warm water the feet of those who came from afar and kneaded their limbs to relieve them of fatigue. On cold winter nights he went round adjusting the quilts and coverlets of sleeping visitors. Upon his lips were always the Guru`s hymns.

Explore Bhai Lalu's journey to Sikh devotion under Guru Angad. Learn how acts of service, or paropkar, lead to liberation in this inspiring tale.

Discover Bhai Nand's legacy as a Sudana Brahman who embraced Sikhism. Learn about his initiation by Guru Amar Das and historical references.

Discover Bhai Saian, a devout Sikh and gifted musician, spreading Guru Arjan's teachings with devotion. Learn about his legacy in Bhai Gurdas, Varan XI.

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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.