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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, Sant Avtar Singh Ji (Badni Kalan Wale) recounts how Sant Gurbachan Singh Ji Bhindranwale passed the head seva of the Damdami Taksal to Sant Kartar Singh Ji Bhindranwale. Sant Avtar Singh Ji shares this account as he was personally present at the time and is also the grandson of Sant Gurbachan Singh Ji Bhindranwale. He further explains why Sant Mohan Singh Ji Bhindranwale was not given the seva, despite having greater bhagti and knowledge than Sant Kartar Singh Ji.
In this katha clip, Sant Avtar Singh Ji (Badni Kalan Wale) explains the santhiya maryada practiced within the Bhindra and Damdami Taksal samparda.
In this katha clip, Sant Avtar Singh Ji (Badni Kalan Wale) explains why a married couple should take Amrit, also known as Khande di Pahul, together. He also shares a sakhi of the great mahapurakh Baba Thakur Singh Ji Bhindranwale to illustrate why it should be done in this way. This perspective reflects the view held within the Damdami Taksal.
In this katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh Ji (Randhawe Wale) provides the preface to the shabad ‘Dhannu Su Velaa Jit Mai Satigur Miliaa,’ found on Ang 99 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj.
ਧੰਨੁ ਸੁ ਵੇਲਾ ਜਿਤੁ ਮੈ ਸਤਿਗੁਰੁ ਮਿਲਿਆ ॥
Blessed is that time when I meet the True Guru.
In this katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh Ji (Randhawe Wale) provides the preface to the shabad ‘Anahadh Vaajai Sahaj Suhelaa,’ found on Ang 97 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj.
ਅਨਹਦੁ ਵਾਜੈ ਸਹਜਿ ਸੁਹੇਲਾ ॥
The Unstruck Melody resounds and resonates in peaceful ease.
In this katha clip, Sant Inderjeet Singh Ji (Raqbe Wale) explains the Gurmat perspective on the theory of evolution.
In this katha clip, Sant Inderjeet Singh Ji (Raqbe Wale) explains why the Sikhs of the Guru are considered greater than the Bhagats, even though the Bhagats’ bani is included within Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji.
In this katha clip, Sri Maan Sant Giani Gurbachan Singh Ji Khalsa Bhindranwale explains that Bhai Bala Ji did indeed exist and was present with Guru Sahib.
In this katha clip, Sri Maan Sant Giani Gurbachan Singh Ji Khalsa Bhindranwale explains how the Sri Rehraas Sahib bani has changed over time. He discusses its original form, how Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji entrusted Bhai Mani Singh Ji with the responsibility of finalizing its exact maryada, and how that maryada was never meant to be altered. Sant Ji also shares that he personally witnessed these changes, noting how the bani has gradually been reduced in length.
In this katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh Ji (Randhawe Wale) provides the preface to the shabad ‘Saa Rut Suhaavee Jit Tudh Samaale,’ found on Ang 97 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj.
ਸਾ ਰੁਤਿ ਸੁਹਾਵੀ ਜਿਤੁ ਤੁਧੁ ਸਮਾਲੀ ॥
Sweet is that season when I remember You.
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?
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