📚 Exploring Sikh Roots Eastern India Jagmohan Singh Gill Sikh History Book – Bihar Patna Sahib Guru Nanak Gobind Singh
🪯 Exploring the Sikh Roots in Eastern India – Jagmohan Singh Gill
Exploring the Sikh Roots in Eastern India by Jagmohan Singh Gill is an extensively researched English-language book documenting the history, heritage, communities and continuing presence of Sikhs in Eastern India.
Rather than concentrating only on Punjab, the author explores centuries-old Sikh connections across Bihar, West Bengal, Jharkhand, Assam, Odisha and surrounding regions, with particular attention to Patna Sahib and communities whose Sikh roots have survived far from Punjab.
The book combines historical research, community accounts, local traditions, photographs, documents and field observations, making it particularly interesting for readers researching lesser-known chapters of Sikh history and the wider Sikh diaspora.
📖 Book Specifications
Title: Exploring the Sikh Roots in Eastern India
Author: Jagmohan Singh Gill
Language: English
Binding: Hardcover / Hardback
Cover: Dust Jacket
Pages: 208
Publisher: Singh Brothers, Amritsar
Edition: First Edition, April 2024
ISBN-10: 81-7205-692-8
ISBN-13: 9788172056926
Weight: Approx. 490 g
Size: Approx. 22.5 × 14.5 × 2 cm
Genre: Sikh History / Social History / Religious & Cultural History
Condition: New
🔎 What Does This Book Explore?
The book studies Sikh communities and Sikh heritage outside Punjab, particularly the historical roots of Sikhs living in the eastern and north-eastern parts of the Indian subcontinent.
The author examines the connections of these regions with Guru Nanak Sahib Ji, Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji and Guru Gobind Singh Sahib Ji, as well as the historical importance of Takht Sri Patna Sahib.
It looks beyond famous Sikh centres to document smaller and lesser-known settlements, traditions, Gurdwaras and communities whose histories might otherwise receive relatively little attention.
Major subjects include:
- Study of ethnic Sikhs of Bihar
- Early Sikhs of East India
- Sikh roots in Sasaram
- Sikh communities of Jharkhand
- Old Sikhs of Kolkata
- Sodh-Vanshi Khalsa of Bihar
- Sikhs of Shivnagar, Vaishali
- Sikhs in Patna and surrounding districts
- Sikhs of Halhalia
- Punjabi as Guru-Boli
- Patna Sahib and the legacy of Guru Gobind Singh Ji
- Historic Sikh settlements outside Punjab
- Sikh literature and local traditions
- Sikh Gurdwaras and heritage sites
- Eastern Indian Sikh identity and culture
📑 Contents
The photographed contents page includes:
Study of Ethnic Sikhs of Bihar – p.1
Early Sikhs of East India – p.13
Roots of Faith: Sikhs of Sasaram – p.77
Kedli Chatti and Dumri (Jharkhand): Two More Pearls in the String of Sikhism – p.91
The Sikhs: Beyond Punjab – The Old Sikhs of Kolkata Linked to Sasaram – p.104
Sodh-Vanshi Khalsa of Bihar – A Little Known Sikh Settlement – p.111
Sikhs of Shivnagar, Vaishali (Bihar) – p.138
Sikhs in Patna and Surrounding Districts – p.150
Blessed Sikhs of Bihar: Sikhs of Halhalia – p.164
Guru-Boli Punjabi – p.170
Patna Sahib: Guru Gobind Singh's Legacy – p.183
Conclusion – p.200
Bibliography – p.203
🖼️ Illustrated Historical Content
One of the particularly useful features of this book is its inclusion of photographs and documentary material alongside the written history.
The photographed pages show material relating to Sikh Sangat and communities in Bihar, historic documents and manuscripts, Gurdwaras, local Sikh heritage and examples connected with Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji.
This combination makes the book useful not only for general reading but also as a reference for those researching Sikh communities beyond Punjab.
👤 About the Author
Jagmohan Singh Gill is presented in the book as a Kolkata-based researcher in social history who has devoted considerable time to studying Sikhism and Sikh communities in Eastern India.
His research focuses on the backgrounds, culture, language, traditions and everyday lives of Sikh communities with longstanding local roots.
❓ FAQs
What is Exploring the Sikh Roots in Eastern India about?
It documents the history and heritage of Sikh communities across Eastern India, particularly Bihar and areas connected historically with the Sikh Gurus.
Does the book cover Patna Sahib?
Yes. Patna Sahib and the legacy of Guru Gobind Singh Sahib Ji receive dedicated coverage.
Does it discuss Sikhs outside Punjab?
Yes. This is one of the central purposes of the book. It explores established Sikh communities in areas such as Bihar, Kolkata/West Bengal and Jharkhand, together with the broader eastern Indian Sikh presence.
Does it include Sikh history from Bihar?
Yes. Several sections specifically examine Bihar, including ethnic Sikhs of Bihar, Sasaram, Shivnagar, Vaishali, Patna and surrounding districts.
Does the book mention Guru Nanak Sahib Ji?
Yes. The wider historical discussion includes Sikh connections with Eastern India associated with the travels of Guru Nanak Sahib Ji.
Does it cover Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji?
Yes. The book discusses historical Sikh connections in Eastern India associated with Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji.
Is Guru Gobind Singh Sahib Ji covered?
Yes. There is a dedicated section titled “Patna Sahib: Guru Gobind Singh's Legacy.”
Are there photographs inside?
Yes. The book contains photographs and reproductions of historical and community material.
What language is the book written in?
English.
Is it hardcover?
Yes. This edition is hardcover with a dust jacket.
What is the ISBN?
9788172056926 / 81-7205-692-8
⭐ Why Buy This Book?
An unusual addition to a Sikh history collection because its focus extends beyond Punjab into communities whose histories are less commonly documented.
Suitable for:
Sikh history readers • Sikh families • Researchers • Students • Gurdwara libraries • University libraries • Punjabi heritage enthusiasts • Diaspora studies • South Asian history collections • Collectors of Sikh books
It may be particularly valuable for readers interested in Patna Sahib, Bihar Sikhs, Kolkata Sikhs, Eastern India, Guru Gobind Singh Ji and historical Sikh migration and settlement.
📦 Packaging
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⚠️ Important Information
Please check all photographs carefully as they form an important part of the description and show the cover, dust jacket and examples of the internal contents.
Minor variations, small storage marks, dust-jacket rubbing or handling marks may occasionally be present from publishing, transport or shelf storage.
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