Perspectives on Punjab's Most Meaningful Heirlooms (introduction) / Paul Michael Taylor -- Preface -- Achnowledgements -- Ethos -- The Land and its People -- Guru Nanak and his teachings -- The Gurus and the spirit of Sikhi -- Persecution strengthens character -- Sikh Kingdoms: evolution and sovereignty -- Heritage -- Locating relics / Mohan Singh -- Bhai Rup Chand -- Custodians at Bhai Rupa -- Custodians at Bagrian -- The Phulkian states -- Custodians at Patiala -- Custodians at Nabha -- Custodians at Bilga -- Custodians at Darauli -- Custodians at Sursinghwala -- Selected Bibliography -- Appendix -- Picture credits -- Index