Sikh surname history books

I read this to get a chronological perspective of the history and the book does a great. This time period lasted for more than 239 long years. He was born in the village of talwandi, now called nankana sahib, near lahore in presentday pakistan. Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the uppal surname lived. Khatris are historically merchants or, less commonly, warriors. Be aware however that this a history of the sikh community from its origins, rather than an overall look at the sikh religion. In 1699, govind singh 16661708, the tenth and final guru, instituted certain practices that have become fundamental to sikh identity. Sikh surnames and the castes to which they belong originally when guru gobind singh made the khalsa, he banned castes and surname use, instead all sik an extensive list of jatt surnames and other sikh hasdepunjabi. One of these informants, kahn singh 18611938, became a giant in sikh history in his own right.

The sikhs by patwant singh is a detailed overview of sikh history and tradition that reads like a captivating story. Search the history of over 424 billion web pages on the internet. This explains why the british wooed jat sikhs, gave them predominance in the army, the rivalry between them and the khatris and why hindus mainly khatris made the first son a sikh. For sikhs this history is a constant source of pride and honor, a fact evidenced by the large number of sikh families who own books on sikh history and the vast number of internet web sites devoted to the topic. They appear in the backward category bc in the indian caste system. Free punjabi religious books, literature on sikhism, sikh. World gurudwaras will strive to be most comprehensive directory of historical gurudwaras and non historical gurudwaras around the world. Khushwant singh has provided an informative account of sikh history, starting with the background on how sikh religion came to existence and how it propagated in northern india and then culminating the book with the end of sikh empire. The second volume starts with fall of sikh kingdom to independence and demand of khalistan. Oct 01, 2002 in the sikhs in history, other aspects of history from the sikh perspective are described, such as. Sikh library we have hundreds books and articles in our online library english section. Lots of books on lives and teachings of sikh gurus have been released online in hindi, english and punjabi. A list of submitted surnames in which the usage is punjabi. I read this book because i am not from this religion and want to know not only about mine but also other religious faiths.

An extensive list of jatt surnames and other sikh an extensive list of jatt surnames and other sikh. Eminent sikh writer khushwant singh also held this view but in sikhism they have made rapid upward strides on the social scale and are now considered one of the premier sikh castes. Akali means deathless, kal meaning death sikh in origin. In the sikh history book it starts with the year 1469 birth of nanak. It is freely added to rajput and sikh male personal names and in the u. Sikh members of prime minister indira gandhis personal guard were implicated in her assassination on october 31. This is a great opportunity for the sikhs world over to learn and know more about the lives of their sikh gurus and implement their teachings in day to day life. Even kings and emperors, with mountains of property and oceans of wealth these are not even equal to an ant, who does not forget god.

The first sikh prophet, guru nanak dev ji was born in 1469 and the 10th and last sikh prophet, guru gobind singh ji went to his heavenly abode in 1708. Nai sikh is a wellrespected caste in punjab and they are called raja king sikhs there. Its coverage of doctrine and practice is thinner than might be expected. The best part is that the website has a huge collection of sikh books on various topics. As khalsa, we spend these few short days on the planet earth as the sons and daughters of the most noble warrior who has ever lived, the 10th guru of the sikhs, guru gobind singh ji. As khalsa, we spend these few short days on the planet earth as the sons and daughters of the most noble warrior who.

In some cases the surname may have originated as a metonymic occupational name for an attendant at a public bath house. Guru nanak was a religious leader and social reformer. Sikh names news newspapers books scholar jstor september 2019 learn how. Sikh surnames sikh names gateway to sikhism foundation. Sikh history tell us the sacrifices, sikh tarditions and many more things. Caste meaning, profession, religion south african history online. Short books on sikhism books gateway to sikhism foundation. These names were originally intended to replace the sikh s original surname, which was often a caste name. Visit today for any type of sikh books or books on sikhism. Originally the capital and largest city of the punjab region, it has since its creation changed hands from jain, hindu, buddhist, greek, muslim, mughal, afghan, sikh and the british, thereby becoming the cultural capital and. For sikhs this history is a constant source of pride and honor, a fact evidenced by the large number of sikh families who own books on sikh history and the vast number of. Kaur indian sikh means princess, ultimately from sanskrit kumari meaning girl. An extensive list of jatt surnames and other sikh hasdepunjabi.

Sikh terrorists then stepped up their activities, demanding the establishment of a sikh state, khalistan. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations. Aug 06, 2014 i have downloaded many to my collection. Sikhs have a given name and one or both of a surname and a khalsa name. Buy sikh novels, books of sikh studies, sikh stories books, sikh books, sikh history books, sikh religion books from singh brothers. The traditional occupation of this caste was hair cutting. The etymology of the term gurdwara is from the words gur a reference to the sikh gurus and dwara gateway in gurmukhi, together meaning the gateway through which the guru could be reached. Singh brothers is a prominent company engaged in the publication and distribution of sikh books and punjabi literature books. In retaliation, sikh bodyguards assassinated prime minister indira gandhi.

Jats are historically landowners, farmers or warriors. Under succeeding gurus the sikh community gradually united and began to develop military power. Comprehensive, but innacurate at places, sikh philosophy may not be presented in the best light. In 1985 an accord was finally reached with the indian government on expanding punjab. Dec 01, 1984 inimitable khushwant singh style and simplicity. The gradual introduction of nonsikh brahminical doctrine into the sangat the community of sikhs and how this has influenced the present day community of sikhs into adopting a more nonsikh hindu communal philosophy. Some original works date from 1800s and the time of the sikh empire. Jun 20, 2006 sikh surnames and the castes to which they belong originally when guru gobind singh made the khalsa, he banned castes and surname use, instead all sik an extensive list of jatt surnames and other sikh hasdepunjabi. Sep 30, 2009 sikh world history origins of sikhism. The life of guru nanak guru nanak 20 october 1469 7 may 1539 is the founder of sikhism and the first of the ten sikh gurus. Books in english about sikhs, sikh history, and the sikh experience the power and majesty of the sikh experience is difficult to explain in words. I love to browse this website and would recommend others to have a look and read your favorite book.

Sangala find mention in mahabharata and pali buddhist texts as the capital of madra kingdom. In many instances, it is also used as a middle name with the family name serving as the surname. I would recommend anyone who is into indian history to read this volume. The present volume represents a major contribution to the field of sikh studies. Hindu khatri and sikh name, probably from sanskrit bahala strong, based on the name of a clan in the khatri community.

Singhs work remains one of the most accessible and researched books on the history and evolution of the sikh community. Understanding hierarchy and difference in indian society new delhi. First published in 1963, this remains the most comprehensive and authoritative book on the sikhs. This new and noble book is all about sikh nation history. Sikhism appears to have exercised a significant liberating influence on the dalits former untouchable castes in the punjab.

It must be said that although the brahmins and khatris reigned. The gradual introduction of non sikh brahminical doctrine into the sangat the community of sikhs and how this has influenced the present day community of sikhs into adopting a more non sikh hindu communal philosophy. An excellent book that i enjoyed in learning about sikh history. Religious practices were formalised by guru gobind singh on 30 march 1699.

Now, patwant singh gives us the compelling story of the sikhs their origins, traditions and beliefs, and more recent history. The dictionary of sikh names is an exhaustive reference source that has been compiled to cater to the need of sikh families around the world and help them select the traditional names in sikh religion for their offspring. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. These names were originally intended to replace the sikhs original surname, which was often a caste name. Their large numbers ensure that they now control the politics of punjab and most sikh institutions. List of books and articles about sikhism online research. Some sikhs do replace their original surname with their khalsa name, but many retain their original surname and add the khalsa name before it. Khatri is a predominantly hindu caste of northern india and pakistan, mostly from the punjab. All of those books were written by western authors.

A student and activist during the singh sabha reform movement the modernist reforms in sikhism. Guru nanak 14691539, founder of sikhism, was born to mehta kalu and mata tripta, in the village of talwandi, now called nankana sahib, near lahore. However, sikh political history may be said to begin with the death of the fifth sikh guru, guru arjan dev, in 1606. The word sikh literally means a learner, or a student, and is derived from the sanskrit word shishya. The once you read we are sure you read this once more. Sometimes, the sants of sikh sub sects like udasis and nirmalas would ask that a son be dedicated to the sikh cause, if the number of issues in a family were many. Sikh novels best sikh novels singh brothers sikh books.

Many jatts in the west have been led to believe that they are the highest class, however being farmers and given history this is obviously untrue. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household. The adopting of the khalsa name is symbolic for being a member of a larger family or faith. Sikh architecture is characterised by gilded fluted domes, cupolas, kiosks, stone lanterns, ornate balusters and square roofs. Sikh name which goes back to the tribal name sandhu or sindhu. Caste has invariably been seen in unitary terms, as a panindian reality without any. The place is named with the dative plural of old english b bath. History of the sikhs by khushwant singh, though may not be completely accurate it still makes an interesting read.

Sikh surnames clans these often reflect the profession or caste of the family. The library caters for all ages, sikh and nonsikh, across a wide range of subjects. In the punjabi language the word sikh also means to learn a sikh is a follower of the religion called sikhi, or, sikhism, the fifth largest organised religion in the world. The book is really unique and valuable asset for all those who want information or history about sikh and also india. The is not only sikh history but also describe little about india history also. The sindhus are the second largest jat tribe in the panjab. The sikh confederacy was the catalyst for a uniquely sikh form of expression, with ranjit singh commissioning forts, palaces, bungas residential places and colleges in a sikh style. Sikhism was born in the punjab area of south asia, which now falls into the present day states of india and pakistan. About books books for free distribution english books punjabi books hindi books mistaken identity. Sangat singh copy right sangat singh in this book sardar sangat singh proves himself among those few who in masterly style have set forth a comprehensive and rounded account of the history of this remarkable nation india or you may call it a family of believers and learners an ecclesial entity. The new edition updated to the present recounts the return of the community to the mainstream of national life.

Numerous books by bhai vir singh in punjabi and english free. This is in andepth usergenerated wiki for everything sikh related. Books on sikh gurus in english, punjabi and hindi released. Bani of bhagats by g s chauhanthe lives and selected works of saints included in holy book sri guru granth sahib ji. The history of the sikhs, is about the history of sikhs. It grew out of an international conference on sikh studies hosted by the program in sikh studies and the department of asian languages and cultures in september 2001 at the university of michigan, ann arbor. Aside from the gurus, other khatris influential in the history of sikhism include. Chapter 1, origin of sikhism and its history chapter 2, distribution of sikhs. Written in khushwant singhs trademark style to be accessible to a general, nonscholarly audience, the book is based on scholarly archival research. In the sikhs in history, other aspects of history from the sikh perspective are described, such as. Its been made public by where you can read it online. The library caters for all ages, sikh and non sikh, across a wide range of subjects.

In 1699 guru gobind singh gave all his sikh female followers the surname kaur and all males singh. Mcleod and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The sikh religion progressed very well during this time, under the gurus proper guidance. Not surprisingly, the author concentrates on sikh history in the punjab and delhi.