This booklet accompanies the CD- “Dhan Dhan Mata Sahib Kaur Ji” available via www.akaalpublishers.com The booklet details the life of the mother of the Khalsa- Mata Sahib Kaur Ji & Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji. The booklet will build the knowledge base for one and all on these two key figures of Sikh’s common heritage. It also include translations of the lyrics and commissioned artwork from Sikh painter and illustrator Jag Lall. Furthermore, the booklet contains a short snippet about Vaisakhi, more on Vaisakhi via a free brouchure via Akaal Publishers website.

A 12 page colour brochure outlining the context and origins of Vaisakhi. The booklet further delves into the Khalsa way of life, including 5 Ks, daily prayers and much more.

A must-read for anyone concerned about our future. An unseen battle is raging, more vital to the future of humanity and the planet than any other: we must learn to control our own human minds. In this volume, one of the world's great Sages provides rare personal insights and practical examples, coupled with provocative challenges to the powers-that-be, of how to change the course of civilisation. Babaji's every word strikes and heals our wounded minds and puts us on a path to peace. Impact on Russia -- The world needs spiritual directions, which we have found at Gobind Sadan. If we solve the problems from a spiritual perspective and transform human consciousness, then we will receive the wisdom to solve all our problems. The teachings of Baba Virsa Singh are the real mechanism of transformation. Yuriy Ageshin, legal advisor to the Duma. Impact on India -- Babaji has offered us a practical example of how we as a nation and a world can overcome our religious differences. Babaji himself worked and linked people to the land, and showed the way for our country to progress. Kuldip Nayar, eminent journalist, former High Commissioner to England. Overcoming Religious Conflict -- In the way that God`s messenger does it, Babaji has been teaching us who live in one world but in so many different ways how to live as one nation and as one human family. Dr. Bhai Mohan Singh, Chairman Emeritus, Ranbaxy, Ltd. Overcoming Poverty --The work is worship approach pioneered by Babaji at Gobind Sadan is the spiritual soul mate of my work in empowering the poor. Dr Naresh Singh, Director, UNDP Commission, Empowerment of the Poor. Overcoming Terrorism -- Babaji's spiritual presence was indeed the determining factor in bringing peace. But the lessons we have learned and model we have gained are definitely transferable. S K Chhibber, former Governor, Mizoram.

In 1984 the Indian Government attacked the holiest shrine of the Sikhs in Amritsar, commonly known as the Golden Temple (Harmander Sahib) on the pre-text of flushing out terrorists. 30 years later this attack on the faith & nationhood of the Sikhs still brings up painful memories of murder, terrorism and genocide. In light of newly disclosed documents by the British Government, many questions remain unanswered for the Sikh community about the events prior to and after Operation Blue Star (the Indian Army s attack on the Sikh s holiest shrine in Amritsar). The aim of the book is to explore the events leading up to 1984 and to analyse the pursuit of truth, justice and liberty, for Sikhs in India and the diaspora. The book follows a narrative which is historical and topical, bringing current issues of Sikhs and Punjabi's into the discussion. There is also a focus on Sikhs in the diaspora and current Sikh agitations for justice.

Five hundred years ago, Guru Nanak founded the Sikh faith in India. The Sikhs defied the caste system; rejected the authority of Hindu priests; forbade magic and idolatry; and promoted the equality of men and women -- beliefs that incurred the wrath of both Hindus and Muslims. In the centuries that followed, three of Nanak's nine successors met violent ends, and his people continued to battle hostile regimes. The conflict has raged into our own time: in 1984 the Golden Temple of Amritsar -- the holy shrine of the Sikhs--was destroyed by the Indian Army. In retaliation, Sikh bodyguards assassinated Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. Now, Patwant Singh gives us the compelling story of the Sikhs -- their origins, traditions and beliefs, and more recent history. He shows how a movement based on tenets of compassion and humaneness transformed itself, of necessity, into a community that values bravery and military prowess as well as spirituality. We learn how Gobind Singh, the tenth and last Guru, welded the Sikhs into a brotherhood, with each man bearing the surname Singh, or "Lion," and abiding by a distinctive code of dress and conduct. He tells of Banda the Brave's daring conquests, which sowed the seeds of a Sikh state, and how the enlightened ruler Ranjit Singh fulfilled this promise by founding a Sikh empire. The author examines how, through the centuries, the Sikh soldier became an exemplar of discipline and courage and explains how Sikhs -- now numbering nearly 20 million worldwide -- have come to be known for their commitment to education, their business acumen, and their enterprising spirit. Finally, Singh concludes that it would be a grave error to alienate an energetic and vital community like the Sikhs if modern India is to realize its full potential. He urges India's leaders to learn from the past and to "honour the social contract with Indians of every background and persuasion."

This Volume Presents Translations Of All Major Persian Sources Of Sikh History Upto 1765, When Sikh Power Was Established Over The Punjab. These Sources Offer Details That Are Not Otherwise Available, And Richly Supplement The Information Preserved In The Punjabi (Gurmukhi) Traditions.

Guru Gobind Singh was a Multi-faceted personality. He was the most dynamic figures of Indian History. He was one of the greatest and charismatic personalities of all times. He fought for human freedom and stood for secularism and democratic principles and pleaded for man's inalienable rights. In the book almost all the aspects of Guru Gobind Singh's Life - As a democrat, a Nationalist, revolutionary, as a human being, an integrator, an Scholar extraordinary and the impact of his teachings on the Indian society ahave been dealt with and an attempt has been made to depict the guru a Real-Man and not a legendary figure.