The Sikhs

The Sikhs

By John James Hood Gordon
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In "The Sikhs", John James Hood Gordon offers a comprehensive exploration of Sikh history, culture, and religion from its inception to contemporary times. With an engaging narrative style that combines rigorous historical analysis with vivid anecdotes, Gordon illuminates the key figures and events that have shaped Sikh identity. This work is situated within a broader literary context that seeks to bridge Eastern and Western perspectives, reflecting a growing interest in the region's socio-political dynamics, especially during the colonial period. Gordon's meticulous research and access to primary sources lend credibility and depth to this essential account. John James Hood Gordon, a noted scholar of South Asian studies, was deeply influenced by both his travels in India and his encounters with Sikh communities in the diaspora. His background in history and anthropology allows him to weave together rich cultural insights with scholarly precision, making his works both academic and accessible. Gordon's passion for intercultural understanding is evident throughout the text, as he aims to demystify Sikh beliefs while highlighting their relevance in today's global context. I highly recommend "The Sikhs" for readers seeking a profound understanding of one of the world's most dynamic religious communities. Whether you are a scholar, student, or general reader, Gordon's blend of historical depth and narrative flair promises to enrich your perspective on Sikh heritage and its ongoing influence.

Audiobook details

GenreSpirituality and Religion
Length4 hrs 16 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJul 20, 2022
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1ORIGIN OF THE SIKHS
8MAHARAJA RANJIT SINGH
2NANAK THE REFORMER, FOUNDER OF THE SIKH SECT
9DECLINE OF THE SIKH MONARCHY
3SPREAD OF SIKHISM
10THE FIRST SIKH WAR WITH THE BRITISH, 1845–46
4GURU GOVIND SINGH, FOUNDER OF THE KHALSA, THE SIKH COMMONWEALTH
11THE FIRST SIKH WAR—continued
5STRUGGLES OF THE KHALSA FOR POSSESSION OF THE PUNJAB
12THE SECOND SIKH WAR, 1848–49—ANNEXATION, 1849
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6THE SIKH CONFEDERACIES—EVOLUTION OF THE SIKH SARDARS
13THE 'GRANTH,' THE SIKH SACRED BOOK—RELIGIOUS OBSERVANCES
7SARDAR RANJIT SINGH
14THE SIKHS UNDER THE BRITISH CROWN

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