Permjit Singh
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  • Genocide of Palestinians by Israel
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  • EAS-Clarion Quiz
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  • Compounding 2024
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Of all elements, the most significant is the element of knowledge. (SGGS 152)

ਵਿਦਿਆ ਵੀਚਾਰੀ ਤਾਂ ਪਰਉਪਕਾਰੀ ॥ vidhiaa veechaaree taa(n) paraupakaaree || "Vidiaa veechaaree tan parupkaaree”. That education is good, which is used for the welfare of people. (Guru Nanak Dev Ji, 356) 

Contemplate and reflect upon knowledge, and you will become a benefactor to others. (SGGS, 356)

"There is no good in science that won't help people, and there's no good in scholars isolated from people" (Al-Khawarizmi)

I've observed over time that the Sangat, generally-speaking, shows very little interest in books on Sikhi.  On the other hand, many Sikhs (academics and ordinary folk) have written and published thousands of books on many aspects of Sikhi, and in Punjabi and in English. 
Other websites with lists of books on Sikhi

Link   (Sacha Sauda Gurmat Parchar Society, Canada)

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Karamveer Singh appeals to Sikhs to have a library in their home to stimulate a passion for reading books to change their lives (click on the image to see and listen).  Karamveer Singh says:
"There is a weakness in our community, we are not used to reading. We can have a bar [alcoholic drinks] in our homes, but we don't have libraries in our homes. If we had libraries and books, we would have a passion for reading.
But we don't have a passion for reading. Today we have a passion to buy big cars and build a bank balance. But I would like to request the community through this channel [Satluj TV], that where you have big houses, where you have expensive houses, build a room in one of those big houses, in the form of a library, where there are thoughts of precious scholars.  And by reading those thoughts, we can make a change in our lives."  Transcribed from Punjabi to English by TurboScribe.ai.  Click on this link to view the full video interview by Satluj TV of Karamveer Singh.


Read books on Sikhi and Sikhism

Browse through the list below, of more than 550 items of literature on Sikhi.  Click on "previous" or "forward" (in the bottom left and right corners of a page) to move between pages.  Filter your selection using the Categories listed in the box below.  Each book entry provides details of the book, such as its title, author, and the gurdwara library where it's located.  Check the list regularly for new books added to it. 
The list was started on 31 Jan 2025.  Currently, only items held at the library at Sri Guru Singh Sabha Southall (category: SGSSS) are listed, and only those written primarily in English.  In time, I hope to add books held at other local gurdwara libraries.  I hope other sewadars will compile similar lists so that, ultimately, anyone in any region of any country, will be able to see online what books on Sikhi are available to read at their local gurdwara libraries.  To increase the likelihood and ease of the Sangat seeing what books are available locally, local gurdwaras need to cooperate and form a "hub and spoke" network in which the central gurdwara (the "hub") publishes an online list of books held at local gurdwaras (each a "spoke").
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Abbreviations: AG = Adi Granth; GGS = Guru Granth Sahib; DG = Dasam Granth; NS = not stated

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6/7/2026

Vaisakhi revelation of the Khalsa

Title: Vaisakhi revelation of the Khalsa
Author surname(s): ns
Author forename(s): ns
Publisher: Sikh Missionary Soc UK
Pages: 12
ISBN: none
Publn ns (original publication date: ns)
Location: shelf 19.3 SGSSS library
Language: English
Preface: y
Overview: Covers the formation of Khalsa and its principles and ceremony..

6/7/2026

Sikhism 1000 questions answered

Title: Sikhism 1000 questions answered
Author surname(s): Singh Kapoor
Author forename(s): Sukhbir
Publisher: Hemkunt
Pages: 284
ISBN: 817010310x
Publn 2001 (original publication date: 2001)
Location: shelf 19.2 SGSSS library
Language: English
Preface: y
Overview: The book contains "1000 questions and answers…on different aspects of Sikhism, including a few questions on Indian history, Islam and Hinduism for a comparative study."

6/7/2026

The Sikh religion and the Sikh people

Title: The Sikh religion and the Sikh people
Author surname(s): Singh Kapoor
Author forename(s): Sukhbir
Publisher: Hemkunt
Pages: 467
ISBN: 8170102308
Publn 1994(original publication date: 1992)
Location: shelf 19.2 SGSSS library
Language: English
Preface: y
Overview: The book "describes…the emergence…the teachings of the Sikh Gurus, the Sikh theology; the Sikh history; the Sikh ceremonies; the Sikh festivals and the Sikh personalities."  The appendix contains sample exam questions (but no answers).

4/7/2026

Vaisakhi di pukaar

Title: Vaisakhi di pukaar
Author surname(s): ns
Author forename(s): ns
Publisher: ns
Pages: 15
ISBN: n
Publn ns (original publication date: ns)
Location: shelf 18.7 SGSSS library
Language: English
Preface: n
Overview: Just 1 article in English, that explains Vaisakhi, Khalsa ceremony, and the significance of the 5Ks.  The back cover has the 'National anthem'

3/7/2026

Vaisakhi birthday of the Sikh nation

Title: Vaisakhi birthday of the Sikh nation
Author surname(s): Singh Dua
Author forename(s): Harcharan
Publisher: Sikh Missionary Soc UK
Pages: 14
ISBN: n
Publn 2017 (original publication date: 2009)
Location: shelf 18.6 SGSSS library
Language: English
Preface: y
Overview: This pamphlet is an updated and revised version of the one on shelf 15.6.  It describes the formation of the Khalsa and the Khalsa Rehat; the 5Ks; Vaisakhi festivals; and Guru Gobind Singh's definition of Khalsa.

28/6/2026

The Khalsa a saga of excellence

Title: The Khalsa a saga of excellence
Author surname(s): Menon
Author forename(s): Nalini
Publisher: Media Transasia India Limited
Pages: 183
ISBN: 819010750x
Publn 1999 (original publication date: 1999)
Location: shelf 17.2 SGSSS library
Language: English
Preface: y
Overview: A  large size and colourful book about Sikhs and published on the anniversary of the Khalsa.  Essays from various writers on aspects of Sikhi.

24/6/2026

The Sikhs & their way of life

Title: The Sikhs & their way of life
Author surname(s): Singh Sacha
Author forename(s): Gurinder
Publisher: Gurinder Singh Sacha
Pages: 160 estd.
ISBN: 1871888107
Publn date: 2003 (original publication date: 2003)
Location: shelf 5.7 SGSSS library
Language: English
Preface: n
Overview: No Contents page.  Chapters have a contents page and overall, the book covers many aspects of Sikhi, including: rehat, gurus, Sikh raj, Brit raj, 1984, gurdwaras and shrines, langar, Ardas, Sikh concepts, baptism, marriage, death, festivals, naming at birth, scriptures, turban, Sikh anthem, insignia, ethics, women, sects, music, gatka, language, foods, famous Sikhs, Sikh organisations, meaning of sat sri akal, glossary, booklist.

20/6/2026

Victory belongs to the supreme enlightener Vaisakhi vol 2

Title: Victory belongs to the supreme enlightener Vaisakhi vol 2
Author surname(s): NS
Author forename(s): NS
Publisher: NS
Pages: 6
ISBN: none
Publn date: NS (original publication date: NS)
Location: shelf 5.3 SGSSS library
Language: English
Preface: N
Overview: This pamphlet (translated by akaal publishers) describes the 5 forts of Anandpur, 5Ks, Vaisakhi, Khalsa baptism ceremony prayers, daily prayers, moral living, and Sikh identity.

19/6/2026

Stories about Sikh traditions

Title: Stories about Sikh traditions
Author surname(s): Kaur
Author forename(s): Kanwaljit
Publisher: Hemkunt
Pages: 56
ISBN: 8170103517
Publn date: 2007 (original publication date: 2006)
Location: shelf 4.7 SGSSS library
Language: English
Preface: n
Overview: A book aimed at children that describes Sikh stories about Nanak, the birth of guru Gobind Singh, and Sikhi and Sikh traditions: Vaisakhi, langar, plus maharaja Ranjit Singh.

16/6/2026

Celebrating Sikh identity Vaisakhi

Title: Celebrating Sikh identity Vaisakhi
Author surname(s): NS
Author forename(s): NS
Publisher: Ethnic Media Group, London
Pages: 30
ISBN: NS
Publn date: 2000 (original publication date: 2000)
Location: shelf 4.7 SGSSS library
Language: English
Preface: no
Overview: The pamphlet is a souvenir edition celebrating vaisakhi.  It covers key features of Sikhi incl 5Ks, Khalsa, gurus, Amritsar, GGS, Sikhs in Britain, Sikhs in the Brit and Indian armies.

27/4/2025

Vaisakhi sports festival 1988

Title: Vaisakhi sports festival 1988
Author surname(s): NS
Author forename(s): NS
Publisher: NS
Pages: 92
ISBN: none
Publn date: 1988 (original publication date: 1988)
Location: shelf 4.2 SGSSS library
Language: English
Preface: yes
Overview: This booklet is about the festival in Leicester.  It includes brief articles on Sikhi: vaisakhi; principles of the Khalsa; the birth of the Khalsa; the achievements of guru Gobind Singh; his concept of the just war; the Khalsa baptism process; and the importance of the 5Ks

18/4/2025

300 years of the Khalsa

Title: 300 years of the Khalsa
Author surname(s): NS
Author forename(s): NS
Publisher: NS
Pages: 12
ISBN: none
Publn date: 1999 estd. (original publication date: 1999)
Location: shelf 3.7 SGSSS library
Language: English
Preface: no
Overview: This pamphlet commemorates 300 years of Khalsa. It describes the Khalsa initiation ceremony, Vaisakhi festival, and the signficance of the 5Ks

14/3/2025

Guru Nanak commemorative volume

Title: Guru Nanak commemorative volume
Author surname(s): Singh Talib
Author forename(s): Gurbachan
Publisher: Punjabi University, Patiala
Pages: 259
ISBN: none
Publn date: NS (original publication date: NS-likely to be 1969)
Location: shelf 1.6 SGSSS library
Language: English
Preface: yes
Overview: The book is a collection of essays on guru Nanak - his life, times and message, and a listing and summary of events held globally to commemorate 500 years (1969) since his birth.

3/3/2025

Vaisakhi: birthday of the Sikh nation

Title: Vaisakhi: birthday of the Sikh nation
Author surname(s): Singh Dua
Author forename(s): Harcharan
Publisher: Sikh Missionary Soc (UK)
Pages: 11
ISBN: none
Publn date: NS (original publication date: NS)
Location: shelf 15.6 SGSSS library
Language: English
Preface: yes
Overview: The pamphlet aims to explain to teachers of RE, the meaning of Vaisakhi.  It includes a loose-leaf page on dates of each guru including contemporary kings and queens of England.

17/2/2025

The Sikhs

Title: The Sikhs
Author surname(s): Singh and Rai
Author forename(s): Khushwant and Raghu
Publisher: Lustre Press & Roli Books
Pages: 144
ISBN: 8174361324
Publn date: 2001 (original publication date: 2001)
Location: shelf 10.5 SGSSS library
Language: English
Preface: no
Overview: A collection of photos that illustrate Sikh culture and festivals and practices, and Sikhi

17/2/2025

Sikh shrines in Delhi

Title: Sikh shrines in Delhi
Author surname(s): Singh and Shankar
Author forename(s): Amrik and Sondeep
Publisher: UBS publishers, in association with National Institute of Panjab Studies
Pages: 96
ISBN: none
Publn date: 2003 (original publication date: 2003)
Location: shelf 10.4 SGSSS library
Language: English
Preface: yes
Overview:  Text by A Singh and photos by S Shankar.  The book describes the history of each gurdwara, and also mentions festivals and Sikhi culture.

13/2/2025

Ik Onkar One God

Title: Ik Onkar One God
Author: Simran Kaur Arneja
Pages: 137
ISBN: '9788184650938
Publisher: Simran Kaur Arneja
Publn date: not stated (original publication date: not stated)
Language: English
Location: shelf 9.5 SGSSS library
Preface: yes
Overview:  The book is a personal account of Sikh principles and philosophy.  Its chapters also cover the gurus, khalsa, takhts, festivals, other prominent Sikhs, and Sikhi for young people.  It would appeal to younger readers, but not exclusively.
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