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Sikh (/ˈsiːk/ or /ˈsɪk/; Punjabi: ਸਿੱਖ, sikkh IPA: [ˈsɪkkʰ]) is the title and name given to an adherent of Sikhism. The term has its origin in the Sanskrit term śiṣya, meaning "disciple, learner" or śikṣa, meaning "instruction".

Historical importance to Sikh religion

  • Mai Bhago ( ਮਾਈ ਭਾਗੋ )[1] is one of the most famous women in Sikh history. She is always pictured on horseback wearing a turban with her headscarf gracefully flowing in the wind, courageously leading an army into battle. A staunch Sikh by birth and upbringing, she was distressed to hear in 1705 that some of the Sikhs of her village who had gone to Anandpur to fight for Guru Gobind Singh had deserted him under adverse conditions. She rallied the deserters, persuading them to meet the Guru and apologize to him. She led them back to Guru Gobind Singh Ji in the battlefield at Muktsar (Khidrana) Punjab. She thereafter stayed on with Guru Gobind Singh as one of his bodyguards, in male attire. After Guru Gobind Singh left his body at Nanded in 1708, she retired further south. She settled in Jinvara, where, immersed in meditation, she lived to an old age.
  • Mata Khivi ( ਮਾਤਾ ਖੀਵੀ ) (1506–1582) is the only woman mentioned in the Siri Guru Granth Sahib. She was the wife of Guru Angad, and established the langar system, a free kitchen where all people were served as equals. Only the best possible ingredients were used, and everyone was treated with utmost courtesy. Her hospitality has been emulated over the centuries and has become the first cultural identity of the Sikhs. She helped her husband to establish the infant Sikh community on a stronger footing, and is described as good natured, efficient, and beautiful.
  • Bhai Gurdas ( ਭਾਈ ਗੁਰਦਾਸ ) (1551–1637) is one of the most eminent literary personalities in the history of the Sikh religion. He was a brilliant scholar, poet and the scribe of the Adi Granth. He was an able missionary and an accomplished theologian. Being well versed in Indian religious thought, he was able to elaborate profoundly the tenets of Sikhism.
  • Bhagat Puran Singh( ਭਗਤ ਪੁਰਨ ਸਿੰਘ )(1904–1992) was a great visionary, an accomplished environmentalist and a symbol of selfless service to humanity. He was the founder of the All India Pingalwara charitable society which imparts service to the poor, downtrodden, the dying, and the mentally and physically handicapped people.
  • Hazrat Mian Mir ( ਹਜਰਤ ਮੀਆਂ ਮੀਰ ) (c. 1550 – August 11, 1635) popularly known as Mian Mir is a famous Sufi saint who resided in Lahore, specifically in the town of Begampura (in present-day Pakistan). He belonged to the Qadiri order of Sufism. He is famous for being a spiritual instructor of Dara Shikoh, the eldest son of Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. He is identified as the founder of the Main Khail branch of the Qadiri order.
    Guru Arjan Dev, the fifth Sikh Guru, often visited Lahore, the birthplace of his father (the fourth Guru, Guru Ram Das) to meet his relatives. On the occasion of one of these visits, he called on Mian Mir. The two men of God met and became lifelong friends. Mian Mir was thirteen years older than Guru Arjan.
  • Bhai Mardana ( ਭਾਈ ਮਰਦਾਨਾ )(1459–1534) was of the Muslim faith and a long term companion of the Sikh founder guru, Nanak throughout his extensive journeys across the India and abroad. He was son of a Mirasi (a professional group of genealogists) born to the couple, Badra and Lakkho, of Talvandi Rai Bhoe, now Nankana Sahib, in Sheikhupura district of Pakistan. Mardana came to Guru Nanak to seek help because many members of his family were passing on at a young age. Guru Nanak Dev ji told him not to worry and that his family members will no longer pass before their time hence the name "mar-da-na" meaning 'will not die' (in Punjabi) was given to Bhai Mardana.
  • Sri Chand ( ਸ੍ਰੀ ਚੰਦ )(1494–1629) [2]) was the first son of Guru Nanak, raised by his sister. Sri Chand was a renounciate yogi. After his father left Sri Chand stayed in Dera Baba Nanak and maintained Guru Nanak's temple. He established the Udasi order who travelled far and wide to spread the Word of Nanak.

Entertainment

Bollywood

Hollywood

Singers and musicians

Pop and western Bhangra

Bhangra and other Punjabi folk

Gurdas Mann

Indian revolutionaries and freedom fighters

Politicians

India

Manmohan Singh, Prime Minister of India

Canada

Malaysia

  • Gobind Singh Deo- Democratic Action Party Central Executive Committee, Current Member of Parliament

New Zealand

United Kingdom

United States

Athletes

Athletics

Milkha Singh

Boxing

Cycling

Cricket

Equestrian

Football

Association football

Golf

Hockey

Mixed martial arts

Muay Thai

Powerlifting

Rugby

Shooting

Swimming

  • Pamela Rai 1984 Olympic bronze medal, 1986 Commonwealth Games gold medal

Wrestling

Business

Historians

Journalists

Writers

Punjabi, Hindi and Urdu

English

Models

Humanitarian activists

Painters and artists

Military leaders

References

  1. ^ Mai Bhago
  2. ^ Baba Sri Chand
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  4. ^ Gurinder Chadha at the V&A : Sikh Treasures.. SikhNet (2008-07-21). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  5. ^ The Art and Culture of the Diaspora | Sikh-Briton Filmmaker Gurinder Chadha is Back!. sikhchic.com (2009-05-14). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  6. ^ Press Office – Sikhs and the City. BBC (2004-08-13). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  7. ^ Podcasts – Desi Download. BBC. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  8. ^ The Art and Culture of the Diaspora | Breaking the Mold: Namrata Singh Gujral. sikhchic.com. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  9. ^ Namrata Singh Gujral Biography. Perfect People (1976-02-26). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  10. ^ Celebrity Weddings: “ER” Star Parminder Nagra Weds in Traditional Sikh Ceremony. Celebrityweddingbuzz.com (2009-01-29). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  11. ^ Jay Sean Biography. Sing365.com. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  12. ^ The first Asian prince of pop. Telegraph (2004-10-28). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  13. ^ Content | Juggy D. DesiParty.com. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
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  20. ^ Shaheed Udham Singh. Sikh-history.com. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  21. ^ Biographies – Manmohan Singh: Architect of the New India. The Sikh Times (2005-11-14). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  22. ^ Montek Singh Ahluwalia Receives Sikh Of The Year 2008 Award. India-server.com. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  23. ^ Mr Montek Singh Ahluwalia confirmed for Sikh Forum Annual Dinner. Journalism.co.uk (2008-11-17). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  24. ^ Montek Singh conferred 'Sikh of the Year' 2008 award. SikhNet (2008-11-24). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
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  26. ^ Sikh Sports personality Flying Sikh Milkha Singh. Sikh-history.com. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  27. ^ Milkha Singh. Mapsofindia.com. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  28. ^ Olympics Special: Milkha Singh on the race of his life. Rediff.com. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  29. ^ Milkha Singh The Flying Sikh. Sadapunjab.com. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  30. ^ Biographies – Fauja Singh: "I Run While Talking to God". The Sikh Times (2004-04-19). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  31. ^ Book Reviews – The Many Faces of the Sikh Diaspora. The Sikh Times (2003-06-08). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  32. ^ The Tribune – Windows – Taking note. Tribuneindia.com (2003-03-08). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  33. ^ News and Analysis – Harbhajan Apologizes for Letting Hair Down, Slams S.G.P.C. The Sikh Times (2006-10-07). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  34. ^ Monty Panesar Biography. Biographyonline.net. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  35. ^ Ravi Bopara. Cricketnirvana.com. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  36. ^ Vålerenga Fotball. Vif-fotball.no. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  37. ^ The 'Flying Sikh' remembers. SikhNet (2008-07-31). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  38. ^ Golf Player's Profile. Jeev Milkha Singh (1971-12-15). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  39. ^ a b c d Rooting for the turban. Hindustan Times (2010-03-14). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  40. ^ WSN-Sports News-Sikh shooter wins first ever individual gold for India at Olympics. Worldsikhnews.com (2008-08-11). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  41. ^ Sikhs that shoot. SikhNet (2008-08-13). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  42. ^ Abhinav Bindra won the gold medal. Nriinternet.com. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  43. ^ PAGE OF FAME: Tiger Jeet Singh. Garywill.com. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
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  46. ^ Advice from young millionaire Gurbaksh Chahal. Sfgate.com (2008-10-26). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  47. ^ M.S. Oberoi Profile
  48. ^ Upgrading. Forbes.com (2006-10-27). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  49. ^ Biography of Great Sikh Personality Dr. Narinder Singh Kapany. Sikh-history.com. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  50. ^ http://www.sikhpress.com/story/1166
  51. ^ Read Biography of Bhagat Puran Singh. Sikh-history.com (1904-06-04). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  52. ^ A Selfless Life – Bhagat Puran Singh of Pingalwara: A Selfless Life – Bhagat Puran Singh of Pingalwara. Sikhfoundation-store.org (2009-06-02). Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  53. ^ Amrita Shergil
  54. ^ Amrita Sher-Gill. Mapsofindia.com. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
  55. ^ Marshal Arjan Singh. Mapsofindia.com. Retrieved on 2010-12-14.
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