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Ranjit Singh (1780–1839), also known as Sher-e-Punjab ("Lion of Punjab"), was the founder and the first Maharaja of the Sikh Empire, which ruled large parts of the northern Indian subcontinent in the early 19th century. Born in Gujranwala, Punjab, he became the leader of the Sikh Misls at the young age of 12 and gradually unified them to create a strong centralized kingdom. His reign is marked by significant military, political, and administrative achievements, including the modernization of the Sikh army and the establishment of diplomatic relations with neighboring powers such as the British East India Company and the Afghan Empire. Ranjit Singh's rule is often remembered for its religious tolerance and the blending of Sikh, Hindu, and Muslim cultures within his empire. In Hebrew, his name is translated as רנג'יט סינג (Ranjit Singh), and in Punjabi, it is ਰਣਜੀਤ ਸਿੰਘ (Ranjīt Siṅgh). His legacy continues to be celebrated in Punjab and among the Sikh diaspora worldwide.