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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.
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In this katha clip, Sri Maan Sant Giani Gurbachan Singh Ji Khalsa Bhindranwale explains how the Sikh initiation ceremony was changed from charan de amrit to khande de amrit, also known as khande de pahul. He discusses why Sri Guru Gobind Singh Sahib Ji established this maryada and the deeper purpose behind instituting khande de pahul.
In this katha clip, Sant Giani Mohan Singh Ji (Bhindranwale) addresses the recurring meat debate within Sikhi and introduces a story involving Sant Giani Waryam Singh Ji Dhurkot Wale and Nihang Baba Mitt Singh Ji, who is regarded across many sampardas as a brahmgiani. Giani Waryam Singh Ji questions how and why Baba Mitt Singh Ji eats meat, to which Baba Mitt Singh Ji responds with his perspective.
In this katha clip, Giani Daljeet Singh Ji (Damdami Taksal wale) shares how Shaheed Bhai Dalbir Singh Abhyassi transformed his life—from drug addiction to becoming a great saint and a beloved of Vahiguru.
In this katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh Ji (Randhawe Wale) provides the preface to the shabad ‘Mera Man Lochai Gur Dharasan Taiee,’ found on Ang 96 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj.
ਮੇਰਾ ਮਨੁ ਲੋਚੈ ਗੁਰ ਦਰਸਨ ਤਾਈ ॥
My mind longs for the Blessed Vision of the Guru's Darshan.
In this katha clip, Sant Giani Mohan Singh Ji (Bhindranwale) helps explain and clarify the concept of sanskaars—also written as samskaara in the Sanskrit form—making it easier to understand.
In this katha clip, Sant Isher Singh Ji (Rara Sahib Wale) explains how, according to traditional understanding, jamdhoots take away the punn (good deeds) of the jiv on the way to be judged by Dharam Raj. Just to be clear, this process is described for bemukhs or manmukhs, not for rehitvaan Sikhs of the Guru.
In this katha clip, Sant Isher Singh Ji (Rara Sahib Wale) briefly recaps the different stages of Naam Simran, explaining how one progresses from Vaikhree Bani to Para Bani and what occurs at each stage.
In this katha clip, Sant Isher Singh Ji (Rara Sahib Wale) explains the two types of simran: jaap and ajapa jaap.
In this katha clip, Giani Jiva Singh Ji (Damdami Taksal wale) shares stories from the lives of Sant Mahaharnam Singh Ji and Sant Mohan Singh Ji Bhindranwale, describing how their students grappled with the five vikaars of Sikhi in both sookham (subtle) and manifest forms.
In this katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh Ji (Randhawe Wale) provides the preface to the shabad ‘Tohee Mohee Mohee Tohee Antar Kaisaa,’ found on Ang 93 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj. This shabad is attributed to Bhagat Ravidas Ji, and the preface discusses aspects of the Bhagat’s previous lives.
ਤੋਹੀ ਮੋਹੀ ਮੋਹੀ ਤੋਹੀ ਅੰਤਰੁ ਕੈਸਾ ॥
You are me, and I am You-what is the difference between us?
In this katha clip, Giani Daljeet Singh Ji (Damdami Taksal wale) shares two stories in which Sant Giani Gurbachan Singh Ji Bhindranwale transforms the lives of manmukhs through his presence.
In this katha clip, Sant Avtar Singh Ji (Badni Kalan Wale) shares a story involving Sant Giani Mohan Singh Ji Bhindranwale and the shakti he attained through bhagti over hidden entities. The sakhi explains how devtay appeared freely in earlier yugs but no longer do so in Kalyug, and also describes the different types of unseen beings, such as ghosts, that still exist beyond human sight. It further illustrates how saints possess the ability to protect and save anyone in times of need, wherever they may be.
In this katha clip, Sant Avtar Singh Ji (Badni Kalan Wale) shares a short story involving Sant Giani Mohan Singh Ji Bhindranwale and an on-duty bodyguard. The sakhi highlights how great spiritual beings like Sant Ji remain in constant remembrance of Vahiguru and place complete faith in Him for protection from danger.
In this katha clip, Sant Avtar Singh Ji (Badni Kalan Wale) explains where Sant Giani Mohan Singh Ji Bhindrawale received his vidya from, and what he later went on to teach his own students when it became his time to guide others.
In this katha clip, Sant Avtar Singh Ji (Badni Kalan Wale) explains who a true sadhu is in this world, offering a clear and descriptive explanation.
In this katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh Ji (Randhawe Wale) explains the two shaktis (powers) of agyaan (ignorance).
In this katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh Ji (Randhawe Wale) provides the preface to the shabad ‘Sreeraag Baanee Bhagat Benee Jeeau Kee,’ found on Ang 93 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj.
ਸ੍ਰੀਰਾਗ ਬਾਣੀ ਭਗਤ ਬੇਣੀ ਜੀਉ ਕੀ ॥
Sree Raag, The Word Of Devotee Baynee Jee:
In this katha clip, Giani Daljeet Singh Ji (Damdami Taksal wale) shares a story illustrating how Baba Kirtan Singh Ji of Baba Bakala Sahib, Jathedar of the Tarna Dal, attained realization of Vahiguru.
In this katha clip, Giani Partap Singh Ji (Hazoor Sahib Wale) explains the belief held within the Taksal and Bhindra Sampardas that Maharaj Ji cut the heads of the Panj Pyare and not goats. He shares that this understanding was taught by the great mahapurakh Sant Gurbachan Singh Ji, who possessed self-illuminating knowledge (brahm gian) and would often recount this sakhi.
In this katha clip, Giani Jiva Singh Ji (Damdami Taksal wale) shares a story about Baba Gurditt Singh Ji, Jathedar of the Tarna Dal, describing how a gold coin would appear beneath the fabric or carpet where he sat each day.
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