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 glimps ...
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In this Katha clip, Sant Giani Inderjeet Singh (Raqbe Wale) explains the two types of Ishnaan, offering insight into their importance within the Sikh faith.By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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In this Katha clip, Sant Giani Inderjeet Singh (Raqbe Wale) provides an in-depth exploration of the concept of Aarti within the Sikh faith, offering a detailed understanding of its significance and interpretation.By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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Sun Man Mithr Piaariaa Mil Vaelaa Hai Eaeh Uthanika (Preface) - Ang 20
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In this Katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh (Randhawe Wale) provides a comprehensive explanation of the preface to the Shabad "Sun Man Mithr Piaariaa Mil Vaelaa Hai Eaeh," found on Ang 20 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj. The preface, which took place at Kartarpur Sahib, was addressed to Ajita Randhawa.…
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In this brief Katha clip, Nihang Giani Sher Singh Ji (Ambala Wale) explains the concept of "Siv Shakti."By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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In this Katha clip, Sant Giani Inderjeet Singh (Raqbe Wale) explains the concept of the "antishkaran" and details its four components.By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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Naanak Beree Sach Kee Tareeaai Gur Veechaar Uthanika (Preface) - Ang 20
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In this Katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh (Randhawe Wale) offers an in-depth explanation of the preface to the Shabad "Naanak Beree Sach Kee Tareeaai Gur Veechaar," found on Ang 20 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj. ਨਾਨਕ ਬੇੜੀ ਸਚ ਕੀ ਤਰੀਐ ਗੁਰ ਵੀਚਾਰਿ O Nanak, the Boat of Truth will ferry you across; contemplate the Guru.…
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In this Katha clip, Sant Giani Inderjeet Singh (Raqbe Wale) explores the signs of an enlightened mind, providing a detailed explanation of its key characteristics.By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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In this Katha clip, Sant Giani Inderjeet Singh (Raqbe Wale) discusses the four different types of individuals, offering detailed insights into their distinct characteristics.By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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Sunnjee Dhaeh Ddaraavanee Jaa Jeeo Vichahu Jaae Uthanika (Preface) - Ang 19
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In this Katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh (Randhawe Wale) provides an in-depth explanation of the preface to the Shabad "Sunnjee Dhaeh Ddaraavanee Jaa Jeeo Vichahu Jaae," found on Ang 19 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj. ਸੁੰਞੀ ਦੇਹ ਡਰਾਵਣੀ ਜਾ ਜੀਉ ਵਿਚਹੁ ਜਾਇ ॥ The empty body is dreadful, when the soul goes out from within.…
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In this brief Katha clip, Nihang Giani Sher Singh Ji (Ambala Wale) explains the origins of the Gurmukhi script and emphasizes its significance.By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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Dhhrig Jeevan Dhohaaganee Muthee Dhoojai Bhaae Uthanika (Preface) - Ang 18
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In this Katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh (Randhawe Wale) elaborates on the preface to the Shabad "Dhhrig Jeevan Dhohaaganee Muthee Dhoojai Bhaae," which is found on Ang 18 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj. ਧ੍ਰਿਗੁ ਜੀਵਣੁ ਦੋਹਾਗਣੀ ਮੁਠੀ ਦੂਜੈ ਭਾਇ ॥ The life of the discarded bride is cursed. She is deceived by the love of duality.…
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In this Katha clip, Sant Giani Inderjeet Singh (Raqbe Wale) explains that there is no command within Sikhi to dance and how Sikhi is against dancing.By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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Sant Mohan Singh (Bhindranwale) Meeting A Sadhu On Hemkunt Yatra
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In this brief Katha clip, Giani Harbhajan Singh Dhudhikey (Vidyarthi Sampardai Bhindra) narrates an incident he witnessed as a student of Sant Giani Mohan Singh Bhindranwale. Sant Giani Mohan Singh Bhindranwale encounters a Hindu Sadhu, and they engage in a discussion on Murti Pooja (idol worship).By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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Dhhaath Milai Fun Dhhaath Ko Sifathee Sifath Samaae Uthanika (Preface) - Ang 18
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In this Katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh (Randhawe Wale) provides the preface to the following shabad found on Ang 18 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj: "ਧਾਤੁ ਮਿਲੈ ਫੁਨਿ ਧਾਤੁ ਕਉ ਸਿਫਤੀ ਸਿਫਤਿ ਸਮਾਇ ॥". ਧਾਤੁ ਮਿਲੈ ਫੁਨਿ ਧਾਤੁ ਕਉ ਸਿਫਤੀ ਸਿਫਤਿ ਸਮਾਇ ॥ As metal merges with metal, those who chant the Praises of the Lord are absorbed into the Praiseworthy Lord…
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Krishna Prophesied The Arrival Of Sri Guru Arjan Dev Ji
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In this Katha clip, Sant Inderjeet Singh (Raqbe Wale) explains how Krishan Ji in Dwapar Yug predicted and prophesied the arrival and name of the fifth Guru, Sri Guru Arjan Dev Ji Maharaj.By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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Bhalee Saree J Oubaree Houmai Muee Gharaahu Uthanika (Preface) - Ang 18
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In this Katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh (Randhawe Wale) provides the preface to the following shabad found on Ang 18 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj: "ਭਲੀ ਸਰੀ ਜਿ ਓਬਰੀ ਹਉਮੈ ਮुई ਘਰਾਹੁ ॥". ਭਲੀ ਸਰੀ ਜਿ ਉਬਰੀ ਹਉਮੈ ਮੁਈ ਘਰਾਹੁ ॥ It all worked out-I was saved, and the egotism within my heart was subdued.By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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In this Katha clip, Sri Maan Sant Giani Gurbachan Singh Ji Khalsa Bhindranwale explains what gurmat is.By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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In this Katha clip, Sant Giani Mohan Singh Ji Khalsa Bhindranwale discusses the various methods that can be used to settle the mind.By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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In this Katha clip, Sant Giani Inderjeet Singh (Raqbe Wale) explains the four Legs of dharam.By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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Avahu Bhainae Gal Mileh Ank Sehaelarreeah Uthanika (Preface) - Ang 17
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In this Katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh (Randhawe Wale) details the preface for the Shabad "ਆਵਹੁ ਭੈਣੇ ਗਲਿ ਮਿਲਹ ਅੰਕਿ ਸਹੇਲੜੀਆਹ ॥" found on Ang 17 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj. ਆਵਹੁ ਭੈਣੇ ਗਲਿ ਮਿਲਹ ਅੰਕਿ ਸਹੇਲੜੀਆਹ ॥ Come, my dear sisters and spiritual companions; hug me close in your embrace.By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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In this Katha clip, Sri Maan Sant Giani Gurbachan Singh Ji Khalsa Bhindranwale explains the definition of the word "dumalla."By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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In this Katha clip, Sant Inderjeet Singh (Raqbe Wale) recounts the story of Kabir Ji meeting Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji and accepting him as his Guru in his old age.By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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Gunavanthee Gun Veethharai Aougunavanthee Jhoor Uthanika (Preface) - Ang 17
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In this Katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh (Randhawe Wale) provides the preface to the following shabad found on Ang 17 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj: "ਗੁਣਵੰਤੀ ਗੁਣ ਵੀਥਰੈ ਅਉਗੁਣਵੰਤੀ ਝੂਰਿ ॥". ਗੁਣਵੰਤੀ ਗੁਣ ਵੀਥਰੈ ਅਉਗੁਣਵੰਤੀ ਝੂਰਿ ॥ The virtuous wife exudes virtue; the unvirtuous suffer in misery.By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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In this Katha clip, Sant Inderjeet Singh (Raqbe Wale) explains why Bhagat Bani is indeed Gurbani, emphasizing that there is no difference between the two.By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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In this Katha clip, Sant Giani Inderjeet Singh (Raqbe Wale) explains the concepts of proksh gyan (indirect knowledge) and aproksh gyan (direct knowledge).By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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In this Katha clip, Sant Giani Inderjeet Singh (Raqbe Wale) discusses the three different types of "ਮੈਲ" (impurities/filth) of the mind.By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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Kungoo Kee Kaaneiaa Rathanaa Kee Lalithaa Agar Vaas Than Saas Uthanika (Preface) - Ang 17
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In this Katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh (Randhawe Wale) details the preface for the Shabad "ਕੁੰਗੂ ਕੀ ਕਾਂਇਆ ਰਤਨਾ ਕੀ ਲਲਿਤਾ ਅਗਰਿ ਵਾਸੁ ਤਨਿ ਸਾਸੁ ॥," found on Ang 17 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj. ਕੁੰਗੂ ਕੀ ਕਾਂਇਆ ਰਤਨਾ ਕੀ ਲਲਿਤਾ ਅਗਰਿ ਵਾਸੁ ਤਨਿ ਸਾਸੁ ॥ With the body of saffron, and the tongue a jewel, and the breath of the body pure fragrant incense;…
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Why Maharaj Blessed Us With Khande Bate Da Amrit
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In this Katha clip, Sant Giani Inderjeet Singh (Raqbe Wale) explains why Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji established the custom of Khande Bate da Amrit.By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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In this Katha clip, Sant Inderjeet Singh (Raqbe Wale) discusses the two shaktis (powers) of agyan (ignorance).By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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Sabh Ras Mithae Manniai Suniai Saalonae Uthanika (Preface) - Ang 16
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In this Katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh (Randhawe Wale) provides the preface to the following shabad found on Ang 16 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj: "ਸਭਿ ਰਸ ਮਿਠੇ ਮੰਨਿਐ ਸੁਣਿਐ ਸਾਲੋਣੇ ॥". ਸਭਿ ਰਸ ਮਿਠੇ ਮੰਨਿਐ ਸੁਣਿਐ ਸਾਲੋਣੇ ॥ Sabh Ras Mithae Manniai Suniai Saalonae || Believing, all tastes are sweet. Hearing, the salty flavors are tasted;…
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In this Katha clip, Sant Inderjeet Singh (Raqbe Wale) discusses the importance of shastars (weapons) and shaheedi (martyrdom).By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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Jaal Mohu Ghas Mas Kar Math Kaagadh Kar Saar Uthanika (Preface) - Ang 16
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In this Katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh (Randhawe Wale) describes the preface for the Shabad "ਜਾਲਿ ਮੋਹੁ ਘਸਿ ਮਸੁ ਕਰਿ ਮਤਿ ਕਾਗਦੁ ਕਰਿ ਸਾਰੁ ॥ ," found on Ang 16 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj. ਜਾਲਿ ਮੋਹੁ ਘਸਿ ਮਸੁ ਕਰਿ ਮਤਿ ਕਾਗਦੁ ਕਰਿ ਸਾਰੁ ॥ (Burn emotional attachment, and grind it into ink. Transform your intelligence into the purest of paper.)…
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In this Katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh (Randhawe Wale) explains the three different types of ego: ego of the body, ego of the mind, and ego of wealth.By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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In this Katha clip, Sri Maan Sant Giani Gurbachan Singh Ji Khalsa Bhindranwale describes the four Kilvikh sins mentioned in Gurbani and the four Kilvikh sins mentioned in Hindu scriptures.By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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In this Katha clip, Sri Maan Sant Giani Gurbachan Singh Ji Khalsa Bhindranwale explains what happens to individuals who use intoxicants such as tobacco and alcohol in the afterlife.By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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In this Katha clip, Sri Maan Sant Giani Gurbachan Singh Ji Khalsa Bhindranwale briefly describes the four types of Sargun liberation: (1) Saalok, (2) Saroop, (3) Sameep, and (4) Saajuj.By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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Amal Galolaa Koorr Kaa Dhithaa Dhaevanehaar Uthanika (Preface) - Ang 15
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In this Katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh (Randhawe Wale) provides the preface to the following shabad found on Ang 15 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj: "ਅਮਲੁ ਗਲੋਲਾ ਕੂੜ ਕਾ ਦਿਤਾ ਦੇਵਣਹਾਰਿ ॥".By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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Bhagats Obtaining Liberation Through Guru Sahib
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In this Katha clip, Sri Maan Sant Giani Gurbachan Singh Ji Khalsa Bhindranwale recounts the story of how Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji met all the Bhagats, including Bhagat Kabir Ji, in Kanshi.By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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In this Katha clip, Sri Maan Sant Giani Gurbachan Singh Ji Khalsa Bhindranwale narrates the martyrdom of the great Sikh saint-soldier Baba Deep Singh Ji, while also mentioning the martyrdoms of Bhai Mani Singh Ji and Bhai Mati Das Ji. Sant Ji emphasizes that these were all stories of profound love, illustrating the immense devotion these saints had…
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Labu Kutaa Kooru Choohraa Thagi Khaadhaa Murdaaru Uthanika (Preface) - Ang 15
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In this Katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh (Randhawe Wale) describes the two prefaces for the Shabad "ਲਬੁ ਕੁਤਾ ਕੂੜੁ ਚੂਹੜਾ ਠਗਿ ਖਾਧਾ ਮੁਰਦਾਰੁ ॥," found on Ang 15 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj.By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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In this Katha clip, Sri Maan Sant Giani Jarnail Singh Ji Khalsa Bhindranwale discusses how Sikhs can achieve the Anandpur Sahib Resolution.By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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In this Katha clip, Sri Maan Sant Giani Gurbachan Singh Ji Khalsa Bhindranwale elaborates on the life of the fifth Sikh Guru, Sri Guru Arjan Dev Ji. He recounts Guru Arjan Dev Ji's life story, highlighting how he received the boon to be the Satguru from his grandfather, Sri Guru Amardas Ji. Additionally, he emphasizes the significance and greatness…
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Laekhai Bolan Bolanaa Laekhai Khaanaa Khaao Uthanika (Preface) - Ang 15
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In this Katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh (Randhawe Wale) provides the preface to the following shabad found on Ang 15 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj: "ਲੇਖੈ ਬੋਲਣੁ ਬੋਲਣਾ ਲੇਖੈ ਖਾਣਾ ਖਾਉ ॥".By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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Nawab Kapur Singh Jis Love For Guru Sahibs Seva
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In this Katha clip, Sri Maan Sant Giani Jarnail Singh Ji Khalsa Bhindranwale recounts the story of Nawab Kapur Singh Ji, who was reluctant to take on a leadership role because he didn't want to miss out on serving Guru Sahib. He contrasts this with the current trend where many people eagerly seek leadership positions without demonstrating the same …
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Kott Kottee Maeree Aarajaa Pavan Peean Apiaao Uthanika (Preface) - Ang 14
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In this Katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh (Randhawe Wale) describes the preface of the Shabad "ਕੋਟਿ ਕੋਟੀ ਮੇਰੀ ਆਰਜਾ ਪਵਣੁ ਪੀਅਣੁ ਅਪਿਆਉ ॥," which can be found on Ang 14 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj.By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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In this Katha clip, Sri Maan Sant Giani Gurbachan Singh Ji Khalsa Bhindranwale elucidates the characteristics of a true bhagat.By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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Motee Ta Mandhar Uoosareh Uthanika (Preface) - Ang 14
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In this Katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh (Randhawe Wale) describes the preface of the Shabad "ਮੋਤੀ ਤ ਮੰਦਰ ਊਸਰਹਿ ਰਤਨੀ ਤ ਹੋਹਿ ਜੜਾਉ," found in Sri Raag on Ang 14 of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Maharaj. The preface includes a dialogue between Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji and Kalyug.By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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In this Katha clip, Sri Maan Sant Giani Gurbachan Singh Ji Khalsa Bhindranwale explains the correct and proper Ishnaan Maryada(Custom) at the Amritsar Sarovar.By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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Kaam Krodh Nagar Bahu Pariya Uthanika(Preface)
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In this Katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh (Randhawe Wale) delves into the introduction of the Shabad "Kaam Krodh Nagar Bahu Pariya," which is a part of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji and recited during the Sikh bedtime prayer, Sri Sohila Sahib.By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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In this Katha clip, Sant Giani Hari Singh (Randhawe Wale) shares a narrative involving Sant Sundar Singh Ji Bhindranwale and a Siddh he encounters. In the story, Sant Sundar Singh Ji reproaches the Siddh for misusing his Siddhis (supernatural powers) for negative purposes.By Tarnjyot Singh Bains
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