Sikh Punjabi poets of Lahore

Abstract

Literature is a pure and refined art through which a poet or writer expresses emotions, thoughts, and feelings by means of language. Broadly, literature is divided into two basic forms: poetry and prose. Poetry is the earliest form of literary expression and is closely connected with the early stages of human civilization. When human beings first became familiar with language, they expressed their inner feelings through poetic forms. One of the major strengths of poetry is its power of compression, as ideas that require several pages in prose can often be conveyed in a few poetic lines. Poetry, therefore, is a natural creative impulse that emerges spontaneously, much like the freshness of spring.Lahore has remained a prominent center of knowledge, literature, and intellectual activity since ancient times. It is one of the oldest cities in the world, known for its historical, cultural, and political significance. In Punjab, almost all major social, political, and literary movements have originated from Lahore. The city has produced numerous great poets, writers, and artists, reflecting the creative vitality of its land. Lahore is also distinguished by its cultural and religious diversity, where people of different faiths coexist harmoniously. Sikh poets and writers, in particular, have made invaluable contributions to the promotion and development of Punjabi language and literature. This research article focuses on prominent Sikh Punjabi poets of Lahore and their literary services.