Sikhism Collection (#4)

Gurdwara Bangla Sahib, a Sikh temple, New Delhi, Delhi, India, Asia

The Golden Temple, Amritsar
Religion of the Sikhs. View of the Golden Temple at Amritsar in 1836. People bathe in the Pool of the Nectar of Immortality, the holy waters. Date: 1836

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Indian Sikh devotees pay their respects on New Years Day at the Golden Temple in Amritsar on January 1, 2017. / AFP PHOTO / Narinder NANU

Amritsar - Gateway to the Golden Temple
Amritsar, India - Gateway to the Golden Temple - the spiritual centre for the Sikh religion. Date: circa 1910s

INDIA: GOLDEN TEMPLE, 1858. The Golden Temple or Darbar Sahib, situated in Amritsar, Punjab, India, is the most sacred temple for Sikhs. Line engraving, English, 1858

Two Sikh pilgrims bathing and praying in the early morning in holy pool, Golden Temple, Amritsar, Punjab state, India, Asia

Shrine guard in orange clothes holding lance standing by pool in front of the Golden Temple, Amritsar, Punjab, India, Asia

Sikh pilgrim sitting by holy pool, Golden Temple, Amritsar, Punjab state, India, Asia

Two Sikhs priests at dawn sitting under arcades, Golden Temple, Amritsar, Punjab state, India, Asia

Sikhs at the entrance to the Golden Temple, crossing Gurus Bridge travelling in a clockwise direction, in Amritsar, Punjab, India, Asia

The Battle of Goojerat, c1880. Episode of the Second Anglo-Sikh War (1848-1849). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

The British Troops Entering Moultan, c1880. Episode of the Second Anglo-Sikh War (1848-1849). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

Thackwell at Sobraon, c1880. Artist: T. S. S
Thackwell at Sobraon, c1880. Episode of the First Anglo-Sikh War (1845-1846). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

A Sikh Soldier, c1880. Episode of the First Anglo-Sikh War (1845-1846). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

Battle of Ferozeshah, c1880. Episode of the First Anglo-Sikh War (1845-1846). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

The Porcelain Dome, 1905. Artist: Mortimer Luddington Menpes
The Porcelain Dome, 1905. From India, by Mortimer Menpes. Text by Flora A. Steel. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1905]

The Golden Temple, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
The Golden Temple, 1903. From World Pictures, by Mortimer Menpes. Text by Dorothy Menpes. [A. & C. Black, London, 1903]

The Porcelain Dome, Amritsar, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
The Porcelain Dome, Amritsar, 1903. From World Pictures, by Mortimer Menpes. Text by Dorothy Menpes. [A. & C. Black, London, 1903]

Lieutenant Harley, at the Head of Forty Sikhs and Sixty Kashmiris, Rushed the House Over the Mouth Artist
Lieutenant Harley, at the Head of Forty Sikhs and Sixty Kashmiris, Rushed the House Over the Mouth of the Mine, 1902. The Chitral Expedition (1895) by the British army to relieve the fort at Chitral

The Golden Temple, Amritzar, c1880 (1905). Artist: Alexander Henry Hallam Murray
The Golden Temple, Amritzar, c1880 (1905). From The High-Road of Empire, by A. H. Hallam Murray. [John Murray, Ablemarle Street, London, 1905]

Charge of the 16th (Queens Own Lancers) at the Battle of Aliwal, January 28, 1846, 1847 (1909). After Henry Martens (c1790-1868). From British Military Prints, by Ralph Nevill

A Sikh Warrior, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
A Sikh Warrior, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911, at the height of the British Empire to mark the succession of an Emperor or

A Sikh Spear-bearer, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
A Sikh Spear-bearer, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

Akalis Fanatical Devotee, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
Akalis Fanatical Devotee, 1903. Also known as the Imperial Durbar, the Delhi Durbar was held three times, in 1877, 1903, and 1911

The arrival of the contingent force of the Sikh irregular cavalry, India, c1860. The Indian Rebellion of 1857 began in the town of Meerut and soon erupted into other mutinies

Sikh troops dividing the spoils taken from mutineers, 1857, (c1860). Sikhs on the British side during the period of East India Company rule

The Golden Temple and the Lake of Immortality at Amritsar, India, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co

Fakirs at Amritsar, looking south across the Sacred Tank to the Golden Temple, India, c1900s()
Fakirs at Amritsar, looking south across the Sacred Tank to the Golden Temple, India, c1900s(?). Stereoscopic card. The Golden Temple at Amritsar is the principal shrine of the Sikh religion

Sikh chief, 1886

Thirty First Regiment, Battle of Ferozeshah, 2nd Day, 22nd December 1845. Artist: Madeley
Thirty First Regiment, Battle of Ferozeshah, 2nd Day, 22nd December 1845. The Battle of Ferozeshah in the Punjab was a hard-fought battle between the British and the Sikhs

Indian Sikh athlete, Berlin Olympics, 1936. A print from Olympia 1936, Die Olympischen Spiele 1936, Volume II, Cigaretten-Bilderdienst, Hamburg, 1936

Duleep Singh, Sikh ruler, c1890. Artist: Cassell, Petter & Galpin
Duleep Singh, Sikh ruler, c1890. The son of the Maharaja Ranjit Singh, Duleep Singh (1838-1893) was the Maharaja of Lahore and King of the Sikh Empire

The Battle of Ferozeshah, India, 1845, (1900). The Battle was fought between the British and the Sikhs at the village of Ferozeshah in the Punjab. The British won, but only just

A Soldier from the British Indian Army, France, c1915. The British Indian Army saw service in the Middle East and East Africa, at Gallipoli and on the Western Front

15th Sikhs, c1890. Artist: H Bunnett
15th Sikhs, c1890. A coloured lithographic plate from Her Majestys Army, Indian and Colonial Forces by Walter Richards, JS Virtue & Company, (London, c1890)

The Battle of Aliwal, 19th century. Artist: JJ Crew
The Battle of Aliwal, 19th century. The battle was fought on January 28, 1846, between the British and the Sikhs. The British force, led by Sir Harry Smith

Military uniforms of the British colonial army, 1897. Artist: Henri Meyer
Military uniforms of the British colonial army, 1897. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 11th July 1897

Gujur Sirdars with attendant, India
Three Gujur Sirdars (Sikh leaders) with attendant, India. Date: circa 1890s

Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, New Delhi, India

An Indian Man, c. 1878-9 (graphite)
XOS1766138 An Indian Man, c.1878-9 (graphite) by Seurat, Georges Pierre (1859-91); 48.4x28.5 cm; J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; French, out of copyright

INDIA: GOLDEN TEMPLE. The Golden Temple or Darbar Sahib, situated in Amritsar, Punjab, is the most sacred temple for Sikhs. Photographed, c1890

INDIA: SIKH RAILWAY, c1870. A Sikh railway which includes a purdah carriage for women and children. Popular Lahore or Amritsar woodcut, c1870

The Gurudwara Bangla Sahib Sikh temple, New Delhi, India, Asia

Sikh Temple in Port Blair, Andaman Islands, India, Asia

INDIA: SIKH TEMPLE, 1858. Reading the Granth in a Sikh temple at Amritsar, India. Line engraving, English, 1858

RANJIT SINGH (1780-1839). Founder of the Sikh kingdom. Line engraving, French, 19th century

Samadi (shrine) of Ranjit Singh, Lahore, Pakistan, Asia

Samadhi (shrine) of Ranjit Singh, Lahore, Pakistan, Asia

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"Sikhism: Embracing Spirituality at the Golden Temple in Amritsar, Punjab" Immerse yourself in the divine aura as you visit The Harmandir Sahib, famously known as The Golden Temple. Located in Amritsar, Punjab, India, this sacred shrine stands tall as a symbol of unity and spiritual enlightenment for Sikhs worldwide. As you approach this architectural marvel, be captivated by its magnificent reflection on the tranquil Amrit Sagar - the lake of Nectar. This serene sight creates an ethereal ambiance that instantly connects visitors to their inner selves. Witnessing devotees from all walks of life bowing before Guru Nanek and Govind Singh is a humbling experience. Sikh pilgrims gather here to seek solace and find answers to life's profound questions. Their unwavering faith is evident as they offer prayers with utmost devotion. The Gurus Bridge over the Pool of Nectar serves as a pathway towards spiritual awakening. Walking across it allows one to transcend worldly worries and immerse themselves in divine wisdom. Intriguingly diverse yet united by their beliefs, Sikhs can be seen congregating around the holy pool. Men and women alike participate actively in religious rituals while maintaining an atmosphere filled with love and respect. Steeped in history dating back to 1913 when it was first built, The Golden Temple has stood witness to countless moments of reverence throughout centuries. Its grandeur continues to inspire millions who come seeking solace amidst its hallowed walls. Sikhism embraces all those who are willing to embark on a journey towards self-discovery and spirituality. It teaches us valuable lessons about equality, compassion, and service towards humanity – values that resonate deeply within every visitor fortunate enough to step foot inside this sacred sanctuary. Embark on your own pilgrimage today; let your soul be nourished by the teachings at The Harmandir Sahib, the holiest shrine of Sikhism.