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Song dynasty

The Song Dynasty, which ruled China from 960 to 1279, is renowned for its cultural, technological, and economic advancements. It is divided into two periods: the Northern Song Dynasty (960-1127) and the Southern Song Dynasty (1127-1279).

Sui dynasty

The Sui Dynasty (581-618 AD) was a brief yet pivotal era in Chinese history, bridging the divided dynasties and the consolidation of the empire under the Tang.

Sujata

Sujata is a key figure in early Buddhism, known for offering a bowl of rice to the Buddha before his enlightenment. Her act symbolizes compassion and the importance of support in spiritual pursuits.

Sukerchakia

The Sukerchakia dynasty refers to the Sikh ruling lineage that emerged from the Sukerchakia Misl and was founded by Ranjit Singh, the first ruler of the Sikh Empire in the early nineteenth century.

Sultanate of Deli

The Sultanate of Deli, founded in the 17th century, is a former kingdom located in northern Sumatra, Indonesia. Known for its political and cultural influence, it played a key role in the region until the 20th century.

Sultanate of Mysore

The Mysore Sultanate was a Muslim-ruled state in southern India during the eighteenth century, governed by Haidar Ali and his son Tipu Sultan, in present-day Karnataka.

Sundareswarar

Sundareswarar is a form of the Hindu god Shiva, primarily worshipped in Madurai, where he is the consort of the goddess Meenakshi.

Suparshvanatha

Suparshvanatha is the seventh Tirthankara in Jainism, revered for his spiritual teachings and contributions to the religion.

Suri

The Suri dynasty was an Afghan Muslim ruling house that controlled much of northern India in the sixteenth century. It is primarily associated with the reign of Sher Shah Suri, who established a powerful empire after defeating the early Mughal rulers.

Suryavamsi

The Suryavamsi dynasty was a Hindu ruling lineage that governed present-day Odisha during the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries. It succeeded the Gajapati rulers and maintained the region’s established political and religious traditions.