The Sikh Religion, Its Gurus, Sacred Writings and Authors; Volume 4

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This comprehensive work on the Sikh religion, first published in 1909, is one of the few detailed accounts available in English. The author had extensive access to Sikh sacred writings and collaborated with prominent Sikh scholars and leaders. His goal was to present the ideals of the Gurus to the Western audience authentically. With the assistance of renowned scholars, he translated the Guru Granth Sahib, Sikhism's holy scripture, into English, achieving a level of accuracy recognized as unmatched. After retiring, he developed a deep connection with Sikhism while in Punjab, ultimately converting to the faith. This six-volume set provides a thorough exploration of Sikh history and philosophy, including a complete account of the ten Sikh Gurus' lives and translations of compositions by Hindu and Muslim saints included in the Sikh holy book. It is considered the definitive work on the subject and is essential for every Sikh and serious student of Yogi Bhajan's teachings. The author, Arthur MacAuliffe (1842-1913), was a distinguished British administrator and scholar, celebrated for his contributions to the understanding of Sikh scripture and history, having excelled in Ancient Classics and Modern Languages during his academic career.