Sikhi Soundbites

In this katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh Ji (Randhawe Wale) provides the preface to the shabad ‘Varan Roop Varateh Sabh Tere,’ found on Ang 120 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj.   ਵਰਨ ਰੂਪ ਵਰਤਹਿ ਸਭ ਤੇਰੇ ॥ In all colors and forms, You are pervading.    

In this katha clip, Giani Harbhajan Singh Ji (Dhudhikey) explains how Bhai Mani Singh Ji composed the remainder of the Ardaas following the opening mangal given by Sri Guru Gobind Singh Sahib Ji. This mangal appears in the opening of Chandi di Vaar, where Guru Sahib praises the first nine forms of Guru Nanak Sahib while leaving Himself out, reflecting the humility and splendor of Dasam Patshah. Gi...

In this katha clip, Giani Harbhajan Singh Ji (Dhudhikey) explains the importance of accepting the Satguru and taking Amrit, as it brings forgiveness and helps one attain the great quality of humility. Giani Ji illustrates this through a sakhi involving Sri Guru Gobind Singh Sahib Ji and a Pir.

In this katha clip, Giani Harbhajan Singh Ji (Dhudhikey) explains how Sant Amir Singh Ji Sato Gali Wale would strive to elevate his students, aiming for them to reach the level of knowledge he had attained—or even surpass it. This story highlights that intention and reflects his true character.

In this katha clip, Giani Harbhajan Singh Ji (Dhudhikey) explains how Baba Buddha Ji’s lineage was blessed with the boon to know the actions of all ten Gurus, a gift Baba Buddha Ji received from Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji.

In this katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh Ji (Randhawe Wale) provides the preface to the shabad ‘Aaithai Saache Su Aagai Saache,’ found on Ang 116 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj.   ਐਥੈ ਸਾਚੇ ਸੁ ਆਗੈ ਸਾਚੇ ॥ Those who are True here, are True hereafter as well.

In this short katha clip, Sant Giani Kartar Singh Ji Bhindranwale shares a story in which Prophet Isa is tasked by God to provide food for all.

In this short katha clip, Sant Giani Kartar Singh Ji Bhindranwale highlights the deep love and unwavering faith Baba Sohan Singh Ji Bidhi Chand Wale had for Gurbani, even on his deathbed.

In this katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh Ji (Randhawe Wale) provides the preface to the shabad ‘Raag Maajh Ashtpadheeaa Mahalaa Pehilaa Ghar Pehilaa,’ found on Ang 109 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj. The preface draws from an episode in the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji and Bhai Mardana Ji.    

In this katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh Ji (Randhawe Wale) provides the preface to the shabad ‘Soiee Karanaa J Aao Karaae,’ found on Ang 108 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj.   ਸੋਈ ਕਰਣਾ ਜਿ ਆਪਿ ਕਰਾਏ ॥ People do whatever the Lord inspires them to do.

In this katha clip, Sant Inderjeet Singh Ji (Raqbe Wale) explains how only Guru Sahib grants mukti through bhagti and shaheedi.

In this katha clip, Sant Inderjeet Singh Ji (Raqbe Wale) explains that the Khalsa should not keep the larh of the paag/dastar loose or hanging outside, but should always have it properly tucked within the dastar.

In this katha clip, Sant Inderjeet Singh Ji (Raqbe Wale) explains the three ras (flavours or moods) of battle as described in poetry: bibhats ras, bir ras, and rudr ras.

In this katha clip, Sant Inderjeet Singh Ji (Raqbe Wale) relays a bachan of Sant Gurbachan Singh Ji, explaining that those who exploit or take from the Sikh Panth today are the same in nature as those from the past. He states that the same ‘Turks’ from the time of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji have reappeared in a different form, referred to here as today’s Malesh Khalsa.

In this short katha clip, Sant Giani Kartar Singh Ji Bhindranwale explains the four types of sangat.      

In this katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh Ji (Randhawe Wale) provides the preface to the shabad ‘So Sach Mandhar Jit Sach Dhiaaieeaai,’ found on Ang 107 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj.   ਸੋ ਸਚੁ ਮੰਦਰੁ ਜਿਤੁ ਸਚੁ ਧਿਆਈਐ ॥ True is that temple, within which one meditates on the True Lord.    

In this short katha clip, Sant Giani Kartar Singh Ji Bhindranwale explains the three types of vaktas: ghanist, madhyam, and uttam.

In this short katha clip, Sant Giani Kartar Singh Ji Bhindranwale highlights the great humility of Sher-e-Punjab Maharaja Ranjit Singh, who always placed Sikhi above his own power and even accepted punishment from the Panth whenever he acted against the Sikh rehat.

In this short katha clip, Sant Giani Kartar Singh Ji Bhindranwale explains who the Sheikh Farid referenced in Gurbani is. He clarifies that it is not the original Sheikh Farid, but Sheikh Brahm, also known as Sheikh Ibrahim, who was the third in the lineage to carry the title of Sheikh Farid. It is Sheikh Ibrahim’s hymns that are included within Gurbani.

In this katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh Ji (Randhawe Wale) provides the preface to the shabad ‘Meeh Piaa Paramesar Paiaa,’ found on Ang 105 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj.   ਮੀਹੁ ਪਇਆ ਪਰਮੇਸਰਿ ਪਾਇਆ ॥ The rain has fallen; I have found the Transcendent Lord God.

In this katha clip, Sant Inderjeet Singh Ji (Raqbe Wale) explains the differences between what a niskaam (selfless) and a sakaam (desireful) shaheed attain.

In this katha clip, Sant Inderjeet Singh Ji (Raqbe Wale) explains the three types of anand.      

In this katha clip, Sant Avtar Singh Ji (Badni Kalan Wale) explains whether or not karamaata (miraculous powers) are to be used by Sikhs.

In this katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh Ji (Randhawe Wale) provides the preface to the shabad ‘Jithai Naam Japeeaai Prabh Piaare, found on Ang 105 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj.   ਜਿਥੈ ਨਾਮੁ ਜਪੀਐ ਪ੍ਰਭ ਪਿਆਰੇ ॥ Where the Naam, the Name of God the Beloved is chanted      

In this katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh Ji (Randhawe Wale) provides the preface to the shabad ‘Bhe Kirapaal Govindh Gusaiee Uthanika,’ found on Ang 105 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj.   ਭਏ ਕ੍ਰਿਪਾਲ ਗੋਵਿੰਦ ਗੁਸਾਈ ॥ The Lord of the Universe, the Support of the earth, has become Merciful;