Sikhi Soundbites
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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Episodes
Monday Feb 23, 2026
Monday Feb 23, 2026
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.
Tuesday Feb 17, 2026
Tuesday Feb 17, 2026
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.
Monday Feb 16, 2026
Monday Feb 16, 2026
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.
Monday Feb 16, 2026
Monday Feb 16, 2026
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.
Monday Feb 16, 2026
Monday Feb 16, 2026
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.
Monday Feb 09, 2026
Monday Feb 09, 2026
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.
Monday Feb 09, 2026
Monday Feb 09, 2026
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.
Monday Feb 09, 2026
Monday Feb 09, 2026
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.
Monday Feb 09, 2026
Monday Feb 09, 2026
In this katha clip, Sant Isher Singh Ji (Rara Sahib Wale) explains the two types of simran: jaap and ajapa jaap.
Monday Feb 09, 2026
Monday Feb 09, 2026
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.