Japji Sahib with Bhai Baljit Singh

How do I know if I'm living a righteous life? In this episode of Dharam Khand, we dive deep into the Guru's wisdom of living righteously, and divine accountability. The creation—through seasons, elements, and time—is designed for the practice of Dharam (righteous living). So when suffering shows up in our life, the question isn’t “Why is God punishing me?” — it’s “What am I being shown?”Topics in this episode include:What it means to live in Dharam Khand (the realm of righteousness)How to walk away from gossip (nindya) and low-vibration environmentsThe meaning behind “Kach pakaaee othai paae” – the ultimate spiritual auditWhy beliefs you’re not aware of might be shaping your sufferingPractical steps to look inward instead of blaming outward🌱 Whether you’re in a season of struggle or self-reflection, this podcast brings clarity, compassion, and challenge rooted in Gurbani and real-life examples.▶️ https://youtu.be/ANTl2FA70ms🎧 https://japjisahibpodcast.captivate.fm🎧 https://on.soundcloud.com/EVHging85Ue85eB26💬 Share your reflections in the comments!Topics:00:00:00 - Coming up00:01:22 - Introduction00:02:11 - Raati Ruti00:02:59 - Appreciating the different seasons of life00:16:25 - Pavan Paani Agni Paataal00:16:59 - Tis Vich Dharti00:21:14 - How do we know what we're doing is righteous?00:25:42 - Limited Breaths00:31:19 - Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji's compassion with Painde Khan00:32:55 - Stay away from gossip and slandar - Practical Steps00:38:41 - Tis Vich Thaap Rakhi Dharam Saal00:40:32 - Tis Vich Jee Jugat Ke Rang00:43:18 - Tin Ke Naam Anek Anant00:44:58 - Karmi Karmi Hoe Veechar00:45:20 - Sach Aap Sachaa Darbar00:45:54 - Why am I stuck in a certain patterns?00:53:24 - Tithai Sohan Panch Parvaan00:54:36 - Nadaree Karam Pavai Neesaan00:55:56 - Kach Pakaaee Othai Paae00:57:34 - Nanak Geaa Jaapai Jaae00:58:01 - Show me where I need to improve01:03:44 - Closing#Spirituality #Sikhi #JapjiSahibPodcast

What it takes to do anything in life is so intricately and beautifully designed by the One. When we surrender in awe to that divine system, we begin to step out of our ego — and into the experience of Vaheguru. This episode explores the subtle, often confusing question: When should we speak, and when should we stay silent? It’s not as simple as it seems. And if you’re struggling with something in life — ask yourself: How badly do you want to change? From 49 minutes onwards, we go into powerful steps on what to do, taking support from the shabad Keeta Lorreeai Kam.▶️ https://youtu.be/-a-nTlICSrk💬 Share your reflections in the comments!Topics:00:00:00 - Coming up00:01:29 - Introduction00:03:04 - Akhan Jor - What does it take to speak?00:15:48 - In certain situations, do I stay quiet or do I speak?00:32:25 - Sakhi of when Guru Amardas Ji was kicked00:40:08 - Jor Na Mangan00:49:50 - How much do you want it? - Follow these steps to overcome your challenge - Keeta Lorreeai Kam00:57:24 - Jor Na Jeevan - Does God preordain how we live and die?01:07:37 - Jor Na Raaj01:11:56 - Jor Na Surti01:14:30 - Jor Na Jugti01:16:02 - Jis Hath Jor01:16:58 - Nanak Utam#Spirituality #Sikhi #JapjiSahibPodcast

It's tempting to imitate a devotee or someone who inspires you and think it might help you get closer to what they experience. Guru Nanak Dev Ji explains that it would be like an ant attempting to copy a bird flying high in the sky! Basically, don't do it! Instead, climb the steps down to humility in praise of that One who is forgiving, nurturing, loving, sustaining and an infinite amount of qualities and attributes this caption cannot begin to express. In that deep state of loving devotion, Guru Nanak Dev Ji shows us how to go truly mad in love with Vaheguru!▶️ https://youtu.be/qPRLJ7ahI_Q🎧 https://on.soundcloud.com/5MnxFm7KrSSSHeuP9Topics:00:00:00 - Coming up00:01:23 - Introduction00:02:35 - Feeling like you're going crazy00:04:56 - Ik Du Jeebhau00:09:35 - How people would look at Guru Nanak Dev Ji00:10:42 - What is Bhagti for a Sikh?00:14:45 - Being out of beat from the world00:15:57 - Love my Kes00:17:03 - When Guru Nanak came out of the vei nadi00:19:08 - Not going to certain events00:26:42 - Do you deserve to be joyous?00:28:51 - Lakh Lakh Gerra00:31:46 - Et Raahi Pat Paavarreeaa00:32:50 - Try this challenge00:39:08 - Sun Galaa Akaas Ki00:43:36 - Sakhi of Kabir Ji's next door neighbour00:49:21 - Sakhi of Baba Nand Singh Ji00:50:38 - Sakhi of Tulsa Dasi00:55:49 - Nanak Nadaree Paaeeai00:59:42 - If you feel you can't be forgiven01:01:10 - Closing#Spirituality #Sikhi #Creation

Guru Nanak Dev Ji reveals the profound truth that the entire creation has been perfectly designed by the One — nothing is lacking. The creation is watched and sustained by the Creator, and we have the opportunity to connect and experience that divine reality. In doing so, we come to realise that we are more than just our bodies — we are the primal soul, part of the eternal truth, already complete.▶️ https://youtu.be/cYRjBcFu1Pc🎧 https://on.soundcloud.com/1FhJnhGRQRFN3mU99Topics:00:00 - Coming up00:59 - Introduction01:37 - Aasan Loe Loe Bhanddaar05:29 - Mindful eating21:17 - How do I know if I'm growing spiritually?27:26 - Jo Kich Paaeaa28:47 - Kar Kar Vekhai42:57 - Nanak Sache Ki Saachee Kaar57:04 - Ades Tisai Ades#Spirituality #Sikhi #Creation

What really existed before time, space, and form? What was Vaheguru doing before creation? In this Japji Sahib podcast episode, Bhai Baljit Singh explores the 30th pauri of Japji Sahib “Eka Maaee” and dives deep into questions that have puzzled seekers for generations.🌌 Discover the three modes of creation and how to avoid getting trapped in them.🌅 Learn a practical tool from Gurbani - Jaago — to wake up from the illusion.✨ Journey beyond creation itself — into Sun Samaadh, the state of total stillness and divine experience.This episode is a deep spiritual reflection on transcending Maya and reconnecting with the ultimate truth. Many say “there was nothing before creation,” but Gurmat reveals that beyond time is the most real experience a soul can have.🔊 A must-watch for anyone serious about understanding their soul, and connecting with the essence of Japji Sahib.▶️ https://youtu.be/d8iYHBOmzOk🎧 https://japjisahibpodcast.captivate.fm🎧 https://on.soundcloud.com/8yuvoBmwcKAWgUvF9Topics:00:00 - Coming up01:16 - Introduction02:18 - Eka Maaee06:40 - Ik Sansaari16:07 - When you get stuck on something in life25:19 - Ik Sansaari29:16 - Jiv Tis Bhaavai43:47 - Ohu Vekai47:44 - Ades Tisai Ades49:02 - Aad Aneel52:12 - Closing#Spirituality #Creation #God

This pauri from Japji Sahib emphasises the importance of spiritual wisdom as true nourishment. The primal sound, the divine vibration is at the heart of all creation, calling us to connect with it. The One as the supreme creator binds all of creation. Can we realise that we are all the same and rise above discrimination?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-skzdHsL4YcTopics:00:00:00 - Coming up00:01:27 - Introduction00:02:20 - Bhugat Giaan Daya Bhanddaaran00:08:30 - Guru Amar Das Ji formalising Langar00:15:27 - Who is a Giani?00:16:45 - Implementing the Guru's teachings into your life practically00:19:43 - Discussion on discrimination in Ireland00:26:46 - Bhugat Giaan Daya Bhanddaran00:31:05 - Discrimination of colour and clothes00:37:15 - Bhugat Giaan Daya Bhanddaaran00:38:47 - Aap Naath Naathee Sabh Ja Ki00:48:28 - Measuring your spiritual growth by the right things (e.g. not sleep reducing)00:55:38 - Sanjog Vijog Due Kaar Chalaaveh01:01:24 - Ades Tisai Ades, Aad Aneel

The knowing and experience that you're internally complete is what it means to live in contentment. Waiting to feel fulfilled from an external factor is one of the biggest mistakes we can make in life. Bhai Baljit Singh shares the beautiful sakhi of Guru Arjan Dev Ji, who alongside Mata Ganga Ji, dressed down appearing to be regular villagers to selflessly serve the Kabul sangat who travelled hundreds of miles to have the darshan (vision) of Guru Arjan Dev Ji. The powerful sevas that Guru Ji tells the Sikh to do has the ability to transform us if we do it with devotion. In this Pauri, contrasting to the yogi tradition, we learn about what the Sikh does to keep remember the One and the impermanence of life, and what it means to conquer the world. 3 Part Series on Baba Buddha Jihttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5UNLfJ1TsJld75YcsIvdcvSDMsXZtYIGWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/5REUwk1qn-0Topics:00:00:00 - Coming up00:01:45 - Munda Santokh00:03:31 - What is contentment?00:04:39 - Is it okay to have aspirations?00:06:19 - Hugging a child example00:08:03 - What is contentment - continued00:08:44 - Powerful Sevas the Guru tells the Sikh to do00:12:25 - Beautiful Sakhi of Kabal Sangat travelling to Amritsar Sahib to meet Guru Arjan Dev Ji00:42:08 - Munda Santokh00:50:33 - Kithaa Kaal Kuaaree Kaaeaa00:58:20 - Aaee Panthee Sagal Jamaatee Man Jeetai Jag Jeet01:01:44 - Ades Tisai Ades01:03:20 - Aad Aneel Anaad Anahat Jug Jug Eko Ves#JapjiSahib #SikhHistory #GuruArjanDevJi

Everything within the creation (the One's home) has a vibration to it and 'sings' in its own way, within the construct of the One's divine law. Can you hear it and can you sing the song drenched in the loving devotion of the One?00:00:00 - Coming up00:02:49 - So Dar Keha00:06:06 - Guru Ram Das Ji on the unexplainable One00:12:38 - So Dar Keha00:13:43 - Vaje Naad Anek00:17:12 - I can't wait to go to Sach Khand00:20:35 - If you'd just stop for one moment00:23:03 - Vaje Naad Anek00:23:20 - Kete Raag Paree00:33:03 - Gaveh Tuhono Paun Paanee00:43:57 - Gaveh Chit Gupt Likh Janeh00:54:29 - Gaveh Esar Barma Devi00:57:07 - Gaveh Ind Indaasan Baitthe00:58:39 - Gaveh Sidh Samaadhi Andar00:59:52 - Gavan Jatee Satee Santokhee01:01:55 - Gavan Pandit Paran Rakheesar01:03:22 - Gaveh Mohaneeaa Man Mohan01:05:33 - Gavan Ratan Opaae Tere01:06:21 - Gaveh Jodh Mahabal Sooraa01:07:18 - Gaveh Khandd Manddal Varbhanddaa01:07:40 - Se-ee Tudhno Gaaveh Jo Tudh Bhaavan01:09:38 - Hor Kete Gaavan Se Mai Chit Na Aavan01:10:46 - Soee Soee Sadaa Sach Saahib01:14:04 - Hai Bhee Hosee Jaae Na Jaasee01:16:03 - Rangee Rangee Bhaatee01:17:53 - Kar Kar Vekhai Keetaa Aapna01:18:48 - Jo Tis Bhaavai Soee Karsee01:19:39 - So Paatsaahu Saha Paatsaahib01:22:26 - How can I see the song of water for example?#Spirituality #Breath #Stillness

Allow stories to be a powerful and impactful mode to teach use every day life lessons. In this instance, Guru Angad Dev Ji perfectly allows us to witness how they remained in the priceless essence of love instead of allowing the ego mind to take over in response to somebody else's frustration and anger. In this pauri (stanza), Guru Nanak Dev Ji share their wisdom to such an extent that we lose ourself in the repetitive reciting of praising how priceless the One is. This repetition turns into true remembrance and through that we fall into that priceless love. Imagine Guru Nanak takes your hand and allows you to see how priceless that One is.▶️ https://youtu.be/y9NYRo83MdI🎧 https://on.soundcloud.com/H62CtH1GgyYGu8Pp700:00:00 - Coming up00:01:49 - Amul Gun Amul Vaapaar00:03:15 - The experience of gratitute00:05:11 - Two ways to live life00:06:15 - Gratitude within love00:06:48 - The base line of love00:08:13 - Baba Isher Singh Kalera - Stuck in your ego00:08:58 - Who is a true lover?00:12:14 - Changing your view on God based on how others treat you00:13:43 - Beautiful Sakhi of Guru Angad Dev JI and Humayun00:38:21 - Trade in virtues - Amul Gun Amul Vaapaar00:39:03 - Priceless traders of those virtues - Amul Vaapaaree-e Amul Bhanddaar00:39:38 - Amul Aveh Amul Lai Jaahi00:40:26 - Amul Bhaae Amulaa Samaahi00:42:26 - The power of storytelling00:43:28 - Jin Prem Keeyo - What is true love?00:49:03 - Gurinder Singh shares personal story00:51:05 - How to stay in love00:53:41 - Amul Dharam Amul Deebaan00:54:15 - Amul Tul Amul Parvaan00:55:42 - Amul Bakhsees Amul Neesaan00:57:20 - Amul Karam Amul Furmaan00:57:32 - Amulaa Amul Akhiaa Na Jaae00:58:11 - Aakh Aakh Reheh Liv Laae00:58:39 - Akheh Ved Paath Puraan00:59:07 - Akheh Parreh Kareh Vakhiaan00:59:23 - Akheh Barme Akheh Ind01:00:02 - Akheh Gopi Tai Govind01:00:29 - Akheh Esar Akheh Sidh - Akheh Daanav Akheh Dev01:01:02 - Akheh Sur Nar Mun Jan Sev01:01:32 - Kete Akheh Akhan Paahi - Kete Keh Keh Utth Utth Jaahi01:02:14 - Ete Keete Hor Kareh01:02:30 - Ta Aakh Na Sakeh Ke-ee Keh - Nanak Jaanai Saacha Soe01:03:01 - Je Ko Akheh Bol Vigaar01:03:13 - Ta Likheeai Sir Gavaaraa Gavaar01:03:23 - State of Vaah01:04:26 - Closing#Spirituality #Love #GuruNanakDevJi

Sometimes we get afraid of pain but it's a calling for us to do something! When the suffering is mental/emotional, it's a calling for us return to the One. This powerful episode is filled with gems of wisdom, as Bhai Baljit Singh & Bhai Jagmeet Singh discuss how by taking strength from Gurbani and the Shaheeds, what practical steps we can take when we feel defeated. There's an abundance of gifts in our life, and by opening our eyes to them, we can transform our mindset to gratitude and appreciation for the One who is the giver; if we live in this praise of the One, we can be on top of the world! Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/oiw6fA4IGlITopics:00:00:00 - Coming up00:01:30 - Introduction00:02:04 - Abundance Mindset - Bohata Karam Likhia Na Jaae00:05:03 - Shadow self vs Higher self00:06:49 - [POWERFUL] What to do when you fall down00:18:18 - The One gives and desires nothing in return - Vadda Data Til Na Tamaae00:19:45 - Shadow Self vs Higher Self - Duality00:24:00 - Should have stayed innocent00:25:43 - We are asleep to such an extent00:27:20 - Not giving up! - Kete Mangeh Jodh Apar00:28:55 - You're not alone - Ketia Ganat Nehee Veechaar00:30:43 - Serving and strengthening the Khalsa to serve the world00:33:46 - So many wasting away - Kete Khap Tutte Vekaar00:34:39 - Bhai Mati Das, Bhai Sati Das & Bhai Dayala Ji remaining sweet00:38:59 - Living without appreciation - Kete Lai Lai Mukar Paahi00:42:13 - Don't just keep consuming unconsciously - Kete Moorakh Khaahee Khaahi00:44:37 - A calling to return home - Ketia Dookh Bookh Sad Maar00:49:44 - Even this is Your gift - Eh Bhi Daat Teree Daataar00:55:10 - Liberation comes from... - Band Khalasee Bhanai Hoe00:57:17 - No one else has a say in this - Hor Aakh Na Sakai Koe00:57:36 - Proper fools! - Je Ko Khaaek Aakhan Paae00:58:07 - Those fools know - Ohu Janai Jetia Muhi Khaahi01:00:16 - We can't alter the system - Aape Janai Aape De01:00:46 - Very few - Akheh Si Bhi Ke-ee Ke01:02:56 - Those who are blessed - Jis Nu Bakhsheh Sift Salaah01:03:57 - You're a king! - Nanak Paatshaahi Paatshah01:05:37 - If you truly want to change something inside you, do this01:07:34 - Journey of compassion01:09:04 - Closing#Spirituality #MentalHealth #Gratitude

It’s all about re-finding it - remembering that you are bliss. Our question should be simple - what are we doing to block it? Or, what do we need to do that helps to unblock whatever it is that we can’t identify to allow us to be there in that place? Then do it!Bhai Baljit Singh and Daraspreet Kaur have a beautiful discussion about looking at the every day elements of life and living in awe - this is the true miracle of life. Listen to the beautiful true story Bhai Jetha Ji and the mango and many more discussions about expressing gratitude and presence to draw yourself closer to the One.Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hdIDBjmZfisTopics:00:00 - Coming up01:24 - Introduction02:04 - The fruits of praise - Ant Na Sifti09:31 - Sakhi of Bhai Jetha Ji & the mango20:57 - Half a line of Gurbani can liberate you - Ant Na Sifti25:01 - No limit to your creation and gifts - Ant Na Karnai25:33 - The One watches and hears us all - Ant Na Vekhan Sunan Na Ant35:05 - The intelligence of that One - Ant Na Jaapai Kia Man Mant36:05 - Ant Na Jaapai Kita Akaar38:19 - Perceiving the end of your limits! - Ant Na Jaapai Paravaar41:47 - No need to figure it all out - Ant Karan Kete Bil-laahi42:34 - You can't find the One's limits! - Ta Ke Ant Na Paae Jaahi48:24 - No one will know - Eho Ant Na Jaanai Koe48:56 - Not enough words - Bohata Keheaai Bohata Hoe49:44 - The place of bliss - Vaddaa Saahib Oocha Thaao52:43 - Ooche Oopar Oochaa Naao55:34 - You have to be there to know the One - Evad Oochaa Hoveh Koe, Tis Ooche Ko Jaanai Soe56:44 - The One knows how great the One is - Jevadd Aaap Janaai Aap Aap57:30 - Any blessing is your gift - Nanak Nadari Karmi Daat#Spirituality #Gratitude #Oneness

The illusion of desire keeps us thinking that bliss is one step away. Guru Nanak Dev Ji reminds us that in the same way that rivers and streams travel towards the ocean, we too can go back into that ocean of bliss in this very moment internally, even whilst we're doing our day to day tasks. Even if you've got an abundance of wealth, if you are not satisfied, you can bring a lot of distress to the world because of your hunger. You could be as small as an ant - you may not know a lot or have a lot materialistically, but because you're complete from inside, in that you've found eternal bliss, you will be of service to your life and bring peace into the world.Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/uRxAnwP6hM0Topics:00:00 Introduction00:50 It's not about what you know - Saalaahee Saalaahi06:40 Lose your identity - Nadeeaa Ate Vaah10:43 Not touched the essence - Kids in tuition14:51 Loose your identity - Nadeeaa Ate Vaah24:06 Sakhi of Bhagat Naam Dev Ji31:34 Even if you had this much! - Samund Saah Sultaan32:23 Nothing compared to that one who remembers Vaheguru - Keeree Tul Na Hove-ee#Spirituality #Peace #Sikh

The mind constantly keeps falling into the trap thinking it needs to know the absolute limit and end to everything and figure everything out. That's okay but it can think that once it's figured it out how this works, how that works, it's going to feel complete and satisfied and at some points it's going to come to a stop. That's an illusion because you'll never reach that place discovering more about the creation. Instead you'll find yourself in a rut of chasing pleasure.Guru Nanak Dev Ji says something very simple - sometimes hearing something so simple can make you think - is that it? Guru Ji says take a moment to just say, 'wow' to how great You are, and realise that in that moment of 'wow', you are complete.Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/wsoCmbbM8-ESoundCloud: https://on.soundcloud.com/ZrXNVTopics:00:00 Introduction00:25 The vastness of the creation - Pataala Pataal04:00 You'll not find the end of the creation! - Orrak Orrak Bhaal Thake07:34 Consumerism over peace26:20 One creator! - Sehas Atthareh Kehan Kateba30:57 Be aware of the things you use in life and why they were created37:29 There's no measure to bliss! - Lekha Hoe Ta Likheeai40:56 Just say wow! - Nanak Vaddaa Aakheeai#Spirituality #Creation #Consumerism

You may feel you're doing something good for yourself and for the world, when the real work internally is still to be done. Let's take on the wisdom of the Guru and start letting go of the things that are holding us back from experiencing the soul.Knowing about the creation or improving the external quality of our life won't take us into a state of joy. In the state of awe, surrender and gratitude will take us to our true home.Bhagat Naam Dev Ji:https://youtu.be/3-VpzZ5e14QTopics:00:00 Introduction01:11 Fruitful or not? - Teerath Tap22:07 Let go, live in devotion - Sunia Mania Man Keeta Bhaao27:27 Let it go! - Anecdote about a person who falls off a cliff!32:44 The inner journey - Antargat Teerath Mal Naao34:21 It was me! - Story of Sant Waryam singh39:01 The inner journey - Antargat Teerath Mal Naao40:53 All You - Sabh Gun Tere Mai Naahee Koe41:18 What is devotion - Vin Gun Keete Bhagat Na Hoe42:49 Vaah! - Suasat Aath Baani Barmaao44:43 Truth and joy - Sat Suhaan Sadaa Man Chaao46:45 What time and day? - Kavan Su Vela Vakhat Kavan48:48 What season and month? Kavan Su Rutee Maahu Kavan49:05 Religious scholars don't know - Vel Na Paaeeaa Panddtee49:36 Islamics judges don't know - Vakhat Na Paaeo Kaadeeaa50:00 The Yogis don't know - Thit Vaar Na Jogee Jaanai50:17 Only the One knows - Ja Karta Sirthi Ko Saajai54:17 How can I praise You? - Kiv Kar Aakhaa56:19 It's not about how much you know - Nanak Aakhan Sabh Ko Aakhai58:16 That One is Great! - Vadda Sahib Vaddee Naaee58:42 Your intellect will only take you so far - Nanak Je Ko Aapo Jaanai#Spirituality #Creation #LettingGo

When we're repeating actions again and again, it's forming a part of our subconscious mind. Living unconsciously means to live out of those patterns, regardless of whether they are good or bad. Spiritual awakening is when we use the tools the Guru provides to live consciously. Living consciously is being coloured in love which cleanses your mind and allows you to use your mind righteously instead of it using you.Topics:00:00 Coming up in this episode01:24 Introduction02:53 You get a bit dirty - Bhareerai Hath04:59 Wash yourself! - Paani Dhotai05:29 You soil your clothes - Moot Paleeti06:03 Get the soap out! - De Saboon06:53 Feeling stuck in habits - Bhareeai Mat, Ohu Dhopai10:49 It's no small thing! - Puni Paapi13:12 Why are you the way you are? - Kar Kar Karna17:13 Don't blame others - Aape Beej35:26 Coming out of a habit - Kar Kar Karna58:21 Divine law - Nanak Hukmi Aavhu Jaahu59:06 Amrit Vela and Sarovars03:37:37 Closing #Spirituality #Habits #Blame