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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book charts the fascinating history of the Sikhs, a religious community that originated in the late 15th century in the Punjab region of India. Founded by Guru Nanak, a spiritual teacher who sought to reconcile Islam and Hinduism, Sikhism gradually developed into a distinct religion with its own scriptures, rituals, and social structure. The author traces the growth of the Sikh community amidst political turmoil and religious persecution, highlighting the key role played by successive Sikh gurus in shaping their beliefs and identity. Central to the book is the figure of Guru Govind Singh, the tenth and final guru, who transformed the Sikhs into a powerful military force and laid the foundations for their future as a nation. The book also explores the early struggles faced by the Sikhs, including their conflicts with the Mughal Empire and their eventual establishment of an independent kingdom under Maharaja Ranjit Singh in the early 19th century. By examining the political, social, and religious dimensions of Sikh history, this book offers a comprehensive account of a unique and resilient community that continues to play a vibrant role in India today. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781334275265_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334275265
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