The cosmic lotus and the Ten Sikh GurusFolio from the Guru Granth Sahib visualizing the cosmic lotus and the Ten Sikh Gurus.Gurudwara Bara Sikh Sangat Granth SahibThe Guru Granth Sahib, the holy book of the Sikhs, inside the Gurudwara Bara Sikh Sangat in Kolkata.The Golden Temple at AmritsarThe Harmandir Sahib also Darbar Sahib or the Golden Temple (on account of its scenic beauty and golden coating for English speaking world), is named after Hari(God) the temple of God it is a prominent Sikh Gurdwara located in the city of Amritsar, Punjab, India, is the holiest sh.Sikh recruits undergoing the Pahul initiation ritual, circaRecruits to the 34th Sikh Pioneers undergoing the Pahul enlistment ritual, ca.1905.Fresco of Guru Nanak, Bhai Mardana, and Bhai Bala painted on Sikh architectureFresco of Guru Nanak, Bhai Mardana, and Bhai Bala painted on Sikh architecture.The Golden Temple at AmritsarExterior view of the Golden Temple at Amritsar.Guru Granth SahibThe Guru Granth Sahib, the Sikh scripture revered as the living Guru.Guru Gobind Singh with the Panj PyareMirror painting of Guru Gobind Singh with the Panj Pyare.The Panj PyareThe Panj Pyare, the five beloved ones, during Vaisakhi in Birmingham in 2007.Sikh Vaisakhi processionSikh Vaisakhi procession during Khalsa Day celebrations.19 th century Janam Sakhi, Guru Nanak converses with Muslim clericsAsian Art Museum, San Francisco has a collection of manuscript folios of the popular Sikh literature called Janam Sakhi (lit.19 th century Janam Sakhi, Guru Nanak and the fishAsian Art Museum, San Francisco has a collection of manuscript folios of the popular Sikh literature called Janam Sakhi (lit.19 th century Janam Sakhi, Guru Nanak joins schoolAsian Art Museum, San Francisco has a collection of manuscript folios of the popular Sikh literature called Janam Sakhi (lit.19 th century Janam sakhi, LahoreAsian Art Museum, San Francisco has a collection of manuscript folios of the popular Sikh literature called Janam Sakhi (lit.19 th century Janam Sakhi, Guru Nanak meets Natha Siddhas, Kapany collectionAsian Art Museum, San Francisco has a collection of manuscript folios of the popular Sikh literature called Janam Sakhi (lit.Sikh man, AgraSikh man, Agra, India.Sikh pilgrim at the Golden Temple (Harmandir Sahib) in Amritsar, IndiaSikh pilgrim at the Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) in Amritsar, India . The man has just had a ritual bath .Sikh man, AgraSikh man, Agra, India.Sikh man, AgraSikh man, Agra, India.Sikh man, AgraSikh man, Agra, India.Ik Onkar glyph that was handwritten by Guru Tegh BahadurIk Onkar (ੴ) glyph that was handwritten by Guru Tegh Bahadur.17 th century Mul Mantar, Guru Arjan handwriting, Kartarpur manuscriptMool Mantar (mul mantra) are the opening twelve words of the Sikhism scripture shown above.Detail of the Ik Onkar glyph from the folio of the Japji Sahib composition of theDetail of the Ik Onkar glyph [ੴ] from the folio of the Japji Sahib composition of the Kartarpur Bir in the hand of Bhai Gurdas.Illuminated Guru Granth Sahib manuscriptIlluminated Guru Granth Sahib manuscript from the Dr. Gurpal Singh Bhuller collection.Artwork from a folio of a Janamsakhi manuscript explaining the meaning of Ik OnkarArtwork from a folio of a Janamsakhi manuscript explaining the meaning of Ik Onkar using a traditional theory, involving symbolism from Indic deities.Mool Mantar in Guru Gobind Singh's handDepiction of Mool Mantar in Guru Gobind Singh's hand.Folio of the Japji Sahib composition of the Kartarpur BirFolio of the Japji Sahib composition of the Kartarpur Bir in the hand of Bhai Gurdas.Folio of the Japji Sahib composition of the Kartarpur Bir (2)Folio of the Japji Sahib composition of the Kartarpur Bir in the hand of Bhai Gurdas.Miniature illuminated manuscript of the Japji Sahib (or Japu) of Guru NanakMiniature illuminated manuscript of the Japji Sahib (or Japu) of Guru Nanak.Illuminated Guru Granth Sahib manuscriptIlluminated Guru Granth Sahib manuscript from the Dr. Gurpal Singh Bhuller collection.Communal lunch in Keshgarh SahibFrom the Sikh holiday of Vaisakhi in Keshgarh Sahib. Original caption: Partaking in "> langar . We had bread, rice, dhal and chutney.A group of volunteers helping with daily food preparation for Langar at the GoldenLive performance scene featuring A group of volunteers helping with daily food preparation for Langar at the Golden.Inside Sikh GurdwaraThe Darbar Sahib of a Gurdwara in New Delhi, India.Guru Gobind Singh creates the KhalsaThe creation of the Khalsa (brotherhood); initiated by Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Sikh Guru.Langar , participatory community kitchen , Golden Temple ,AmritsarLive performance scene featuring Langar, participatory community kitchen, Golden Temple, Amritsar.Golden Temple in AmritsarArchitectural or site view of Golden Temple in Amritsar.Langar at the Golden TempleLangar, participatory Golden Temple, Amritsar.Prakash ritual palki for the Guru Granth SahibHarmandir, also spelled Harimandir or Harmandar, and called Darbar Sahib or Golden Temple of Amritsar is the most sacred site in Sikhism.Nishan Sahib at a gurdwaraNishan Sahib Gurdwara Beri Sahib Sialkot Punjab Pakistan.Sikh religious flagNishan Sahib, Sikh religious flag hoisted outside the Gurdwaras.Watercolour of a granthi reading Sikh scripture at Gurdwara Panja Sahib in Hasan AWatercolour of a granthi reading Sikh scripture at Gurdwara Panja Sahib in Hasan Abdal, by Charlotte Canning, 21 February 1860.Ragis in Sri Darbar SahibRagis, Sri Darbar Sahib. Detail. Interior of the Sikh temple dedicated to Guru Gobind Singh, in Amritsar (India). L'Univers Illustre. Thursday August 30, 1860).Photograph of Bhai Jawala Singh Ragi playing accordion (vaaja), Bhai Gurcharn SingBhai Jawala Singh Ragi playing accordion ( vaaja ), Bhai Gurcharn Singh on Jori, and Bhai Avtar Singh on Taus at Gurdwara Dehra Sahib (alt.Akal Takht and Harmandir Sahib, Amritsar, Punjab, IndiaDarbar sahib and akal takht.Photograph of members of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee, ca.1921-27Architectural or site view of Photograph of members of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee, ca.1921-27.Frontispiece of 'The Sikh Religion' (1909)Frontispiece of 'The Sikh Religion' (1909) with the caption "the author and some of his Sikh assistants".Illustration titled 'Guru Nanak, the Founder of the Sikh Religion' from 'The SikhIllustration titled 'Guru Nanak, the Founder of the Sikh Religion' from 'The Sikh Religion' (1909).Illustration of Guru Amar Das, from 'The Sikh Religion' (1909)Illustration of Guru Amar Das, from 'The Sikh Religion' (vol. II; 1909). It appears he is depicted overseeing the construction of the Baoli Sahib [alt. spelt 'Bauli Sahib'] in Goindwal [alt. spelt 'Goindval'], which can be glanced from the right-side of the illustration.Illustration of Guru Har Krishan, from 'The Sikh Religion' (1909)Illustration of Guru Har Krishan, from 'The Sikh Religion' (1909).Illustration of Guru Tegh Bahadur, from 'The Sikh Religion' (1909)Illustration of Guru Tegh Bahadur, from 'The Sikh Religion' (1909).Photograph of the Sikh cremation of the deceased Tar Gool Singh at Vancouver PortlThe Sikh cremation of the deceased Tar Gool Singh at Vancouver Portland Cement Co.Photograph of the Antam Sanskar (funeral) of Sundar Singh Bhindranwale, 11 th JathThe Antam Sanskar (funeral service) of Sundar Singh Bhindranwale (1883-1930; known with full Sikh honourifics as 'Sant Giani Sundar Singh Jee Bhindranwale'; his personal name is alt. spelt as 'Sunder'), 11th Jathedar of the Damdami Taksal.Maharaja Ranjit Singh's funeralMaharaja Ranjit Singh's funeral. ca. 1840, paint on paper, The British Museum. Pahari-Sikh, from the family workshop of Purkhu of Kangra.Cremation of Guru Gobind Singh at NandedCremation of Guru Gobind Singh at Nanded.Photograph of Gurdwara Rakab Ganj Sahib, Delhi, ca.1924-25Architectural or site view of Photograph of Gurdwara Rakab Ganj Sahib, Delhi, ca.1924-25.19 th century Janam Sakhi, Guru Nanak meets Kauda the cannibalAsian Art Museum, San Francisco has a collection of manuscript folios of the popular Sikh literature called Janam Sakhi (lit.19 th century Janam Sakhi, Guru Nanak meets Sudhar Sain, Jhanda Badhi and Indar SainAsian Art Museum, San Francisco has a collection of manuscript folios of the popular Sikh literature called Janam Sakhi (lit.Historic photograph of the Golden Temple complex at AmritsarFrom the source, British Library : Photograph with a view of the Golden Temple and sacred reservoir at Amritsar in Punjab, taken by George Craddock in the 1880s, part of the Bellew Collection of Architectural Views.Painting detail of Baba Buddha and Bhai GurdasPainting depicting Guru Ram Das and the story of Dukh Bhanjani: the leper husband (Bhai Mohan) of Bibi Rajani was cured by taking a dip in the pond.Sikhs undergoing the Pahul initiation ritualRecruits to the 34th Sikh Pioneers undergoing the Pahul enlistment ritual, 1906.Guru Nanak with Bhai Mardana with rababGuru Nanak and Bhai Mardana with rabab. circa 1740 (Bhai Suchet Singh Collection. Bhai Rupa).Colour lithograph print depicting Guru Gobind Singh and the Panj Pyare at the KhalColour lithograph print depicting Guru Gobind Singh and the Panj Pyare at the Khalsa initiation ceremony of 1699 at Anandpur, ca.1900's.1698 Hukamnama of Guru Gobind Singh with signature. The scribe is Bhai Saihna SingA 1698 hukamnama (historically refers to issued edicts, injunctions, or orders by the Sikh gurus and their officiated followers and associates) of Guru Gobind Singh with signature.Singh Sabha movement figuresProminent figures of the Singh Sabha movement.Photograph of a Canadian-Sikh community procession near the intersection of YatesA Canadian-Sikh community procession near the intersection of Yates and Quadra streets, they are marching to commemorate the opening of the Khalsa Diwan Sikh Temple in Victoria, taken by Richard Pocock, 6 October 1912.