Welcome to ”Sikhi Soundbites,” a podcast that delivers bite-sized servings of Sikh history and wisdom directly to your ears. In each episode, we present concise and captivating stories from Sikh history, highlighting pivotal events, influential figures, and their profound impact on Sikhism. Additionally, we delve into the depths of Sikh philosophy and share timeless wisdom and teachings that can enrich your life. Join us for quick and insightful soundbites that provide a comprehensive glimpse into the essence of Sikhi, making it accessible and engaging for all.
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Welcome to ”Sikhi Soundbites,” a podcast that delivers bite-sized servings of Sikh history and wisdom directly to your ears. In each episode, we present concise and captivating stories from Sikh history, highlighting pivotal events, influential figures, and their profound impact on Sikhism. Additionally, we delve into the depths of Sikh philosophy and share timeless wisdom and teachings that can enrich your life. Join us for quick and insightful soundbites that provide a comprehensive glimpse into the essence of Sikhi, making it accessible and engaging for all.
In this katha clip, Giani Partap Singh Ji (Hazoor Sahib Wale) explains when Kavi Ji fully completed the Sri Nanak Parkash Granth and the Sri Gurpartap Suraj Parkash Granth, while also addressing how some people continue to disrespect Kavi Ji’s historical granths despite the priceless masterpieces he gave us of the Guru Sahibaan’s history.
In this katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh Ji (Randhawe Wale) explains the entire Guru Khalsa Sant Samaj controversy with the SGPC regarding their attempt to change the positioning of the mangals within Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj. This mangal alteration issue lasted for 13 years, during which mahapurakhs and vidvaans from all sampardas united to address and oppose the changes introduced by the SGPC.
In this katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh Ji (Randhawe Wale) provides the preface to the shabad ‘Kubudh Ddoomanee Kudhiaa Kasain Par Nindhaa Ghat Chooharee Muthee Karodh Chanddaal,’ found on Ang 91 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj.
ਕੁਬੁਧਿ ਡੂਮਣੀ ਕੁਦਇਆ ਕਸਾਇਣਿ ਪਰ ਨਿੰਦਾ ਘਟ ਚੂਹੜੀ ਮੁਠੀ ਕ੍ਰੋਧਿ ਚੰਡਾਲਿ ॥With corrupted understanding, the mind becomes filthy and cruel; ruthless like a butcher.
Slandering others, the heart becomes impure, robbed and ruined by anger, becoming savage in nature.
In this katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh Ji (Randhawe Wale) provides the preface to the shabad ‘Satigur Kai Bhaanai Jo Chalai Tis Vaddiaaiee Vaddee Hoi,’ found on Ang 90 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj.
ਸਤਿਗੁਰ ਕੈ ਭਾਣੈ ਜੋ ਚਲੈ ਤਿਸੁ ਵਡਿਆਈ ਵਡੀ ਹੋਇ ॥One who walks in harmony with the Will of the True Guru, obtains the greatest glory.
In this katha clip, Bhai Balbir Singh Ji (Damdami Taksal Wale) shares a story in which Sant Gurbachan Singh Ji explains to Bhai Tara Singh Sankh how the samskaars(psychological imprints from past lives) he is experiencing in this life have carried over from his previous life.
In this katha clip, Bhai Balbir Singh Ji (Damdami Taksal Wale) explains the unseen world that is only perceived by great spiritual beings. He shares a story related by Sant Singh Maskeen Ji to illustrate this reality, and also references the sakhi of Ram Rai Ji—how his physical body was burned by the masands while he was in samadhi and separated from bodily awareness—demonstrating how the unseen world truly operates.
In this katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh Ji (Randhawe Wale) provides the preface to the shabad ‘Munddahu Bhulee Naanakaa Fir Fir Janam Muieeaas’, found on Ang 89 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj.
ਮੁੰਢਹੁ ਭੁਲੀ ਨਾਨਕਾ ਫਿਰਿ ਫਿਰਿ ਜਨਮਿ ਮੁਈਆਸੁ ॥Forgetting the Primal Lord, O Nanak, people are born and die, over and over again.
In this katha clip, Giani Jangbir Singh Ji (Hazur Sahib Wale) explains how the Guru Sahibaan lived celibate lives despite having children. He shares that Sant Gurbachan Singh Ji stated the Gurus—and seven generations of Baba Buddha Ji’s lineage—had children through nadar drishti, meaning through divine grace and blessed sight. This presents an interesting perspective held within the Damdami Taksal and or the Bhindran Samparda.
In this katha clip, Giani Jangbir Singh Ji (Hazur Sahib Wale) explains that Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji was never named Tyag Mal. He shares how Sant Gurbachan Singh Ji used to speak about this and notes that the earliest scholar to refer to Guru Sahib as Tyag Mal was Giani Gian Singh, whose works were published in the late 1800s (around the 1880s). Giani Ji also mentions that Sri Guru Ram Das Ji was likewise never named Bhai Jetha Ji.
In this katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh Ji (Randhawe Wale) provides the preface to the shabad ‘Jo Sir Saaniee Naa Nivai So Sir Dheejai Ddaar,’ found on Ang 89 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj. In this preface, Sri Guru Angad Dev Ji is asked by the sangat about those who do not bow down before saintly or God-oriented beings, and Guru Sahib offers guidance on this understanding.
ਜੋ ਸਿਰੁ ਸਾਂਈ ਨਾ ਨਿਵੈ ਸੋ ਸਿਰੁ ਦੀਜੈ ਡਾਰਿ ॥Chop off that head which does not bow to the Lord.
In this katha clip, Giani Jangbir Singh Ji (Hazur Sahib Wale) discusses the controversy surrounding Shaheed Bhai Taru Singh Ji’s Shaheedi Ganj in Pakistan, explaining how it was converted into a shoe bazaar and how a legal battle is currently underway to reclaim it.
In this katha clip, Giani Jangbir Singh Ji (Hazur Sahib Wale) recounts how Shaheed Bhai Beant Singh would repeatedly see a hawk or falcon, leading him to understand it as a sign from Sri Guru Gobind Singh Sahib Ji guiding him to assassinate Indira Gandhi in revenge for the attack of Harmandir Sahib in June 1984.
In this katha clip, Giani Jangbir Singh Ji (Hazur Sahib Wale) shares a brief sakhi about Sant Bishan Singh Ji Muralewale, the 9th Jathedar of the Damdami Taksal, illustrating how he remained immersed in Naam, which served as his sole illuminating light even during the Deep Mala celebrations.
In this katha clip, Sant Inderjeet Singh Ji (Raqbe Wale) explains that no one should stand or pay respect to anyone, including saints, in the presence of Guru Sahib. While you may honor saints freely outside Guru Sahib’s presence, all respect and reverence in Guru Sahib’s presence is reserved solely for the Guru.
In this katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh Ji (Randhawe Wale) provides the preface to the shabad ‘So Bhagautee Juo Bhagavantai Jaanai’ found on Ang 88 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj, where Maharaj explains the qualities and traits of a true bhagat.
ਸੋ ਭਗਉਤੀ ਜੋੁ ਭਗਵੰਤੈ ਜਾਣੈ ॥One who knows the Benevolent Lord God is the true devotee of Bhagaautee.
In this katha clip, Sant Inderjeet Singh Ji (Raqbe Wale) explains how the sargun saroops of the ten Guru Sahibaan are not avatars of Vishnu, but are avatars of Nirankar—the all-pervading Lord.
Welcome to ”Sikhi Soundbites,” a podcast that delivers bite-sized servings of Sikh history and wisdom directly to your ears. In each episode, we present concise and captivating stories from Sikh history, highlighting pivotal events, influential figures, and their profound impact on Sikhism. Additionally, we delve into the depths of Sikh philosophy and share timeless wisdom and teachings that can enrich your life. Join us for quick and insightful soundbites that provide a comprehensive glimpse into the essence of Sikhi, making it accessible and engaging for all.
