Japji Sahib Katha

Japji Sahib English Explanation Katha of 24th Pauri

This recording focuses on the 24th Pauri of Sri Jap Ji Sahib where Guru Nanak Sahib states "Ant na Siphtee, Kehan Na Ant". We look the limitless praise and talk about Vaheguru and the many ways that God speaks to us.  

We examine if humans can ever understand Gods motives, why 'evil' may happen and the acceptance of Gods will. We also look at what is Amrit Bani and Amrit Naam and the Khalsa Initiation ceremony of Amrit. 

Also sharing their thoughts were Amritpal Kaur and Harsangat Kaur from Costa Rice/ America (www.www.theheartwarriors.com). 

We sing Vaheguru Simran and kirtan of "Sun Vadda Akhe Sabh Koe" from Rehraas Sahib by Guru Nanak Dev ji Maharaaj. The kirtan was done by a local Southall youth, Karanvir Singh'. 

With Guru's blessings, the SIKHI in English series will be going through the entire Sri Jap Ji Sahib, (the very first Bani in Sri Guru Granth Sahib) and trying understand it in English alongside singing Gurbani kirtan to help explain further.

The programme is held every Sunday from 6-7:15pm at Park Avenue Gurdwara, Southall. English discourse alongside kirtan and simran by local kirtanees. Please give us your darshan and sangat. 

More information at www.everythings13.org

Intro Vaheguru Simran by Jagdeep Kaur (www.qi-rattan.com) and available for free download from www.thekdp.com (Jam 2 - track 6)

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Japji Sahib English Katha - 24th Pauri - Amrit Naam of the Most High

Japji Sahib English Katha: 21st (2 of 2) and 22nd Pauri - Cosmology

This video focuses on the second part of the 21st Pauri of Sri Jap Ji Sahib where Guru Nanak Sahib states "Suast Aath Baani Barmao". 
We discuss the limit of hukam knowledge about Creation and about the Infiniteness of the Universe. 

We discuss Guruji's teachings about the origin of the universe, the multiverse, time before time began and cyclic theory of creation. We relate this to what our actual focus in life should be, i.e going inside and service of humanity.

We sing Vaheguru Simran and kirtan of "Ji Bhemande Soi Pinde, Jo Khoje So Paae" by Bhagat Peepa. The kirtan was done by a British Sikh from London in Raag Kirtan playing the Sarangi. 

With Guru's blessings, the SIKHI in English series will be going through the entire Sri Jap Ji Sahib, (the very first Bani in Sri Guru Granth Sahib) and trying understand it in English alongside singing Gurbani kirtan to help explain further.

The programme is held every Sunday from 6-7:15pm at Park Avenue Gurdwara, Southall. English discourse alongside kirtan and simran by local kirtanees. Please give us your darshan and sangat. 

More information at www.everythings13.org

Intro Vaheguru Simran by Jagdeep Kaur (www.qi-rattan.com) and available for free download from www.thekdp.com (Jam 2 - track 6)

Japji Sahib English Katha - 21st (2 of 2) and 22nd Pauri - Cosmology

Japji Sahib English Explanation Katha of 21st Pauri (1 of 2)

This recording focuses on the first part of the 21st Pauri of Sri Jap Ji Sahib where Guru Nanak Sahib states "Tirath, Tap, Daeaa Dat Daan, Je Ko Paavai Til Ka Maan". 

We discuss the futility of rituals (karam kand) and or have desires (vaashna) when doing them. We look at guru's method for freeing ourselves of desire and thus getting true purity. This can only be by listening, accepting, following and feeling the Love of God and experiencing Vaheguru inside ourselves. The 'Har Ras' (Taste of God) will overpower our lower desires and the love and surrender to the divine comes with it. 

We discuss the Love of Guru Angad for Guru Nanak and the story of Bhai Samman ji, the favourite Sikh of Guru Arjan. 

We also talk about concepts like Mindfullness and living in the infinite present moment.  

We sing Vaheguru Simran and kirtan of "Ehu Har Ras Paave Jan Koe, Amrit Peevai Amar So Hoe" by Guru Arjan Dev ji Maharaaj. 

The kirtan was done by a Russian born Amritdhari, Sukhmani Kaur who lives in London and produces books for Sikh kids (www.mightykhalsa.com and www.facebook.com/mighty.khalsa.books).  

With Guru's blessings, the SIKHI in English series will be going through the entire Sri Jap Ji Sahib, (the very first Bani in Sri Guru Granth Sahib) and trying understand it in English alongside singing Gurbani kirtan to help explain further.

The programme is held every Sunday from 6-7:15pm at Park Avenue Gurdwara, Southall. English discourse alongside kirtan and simran by local kirtanees. Please give us your darshan and sangat. 

More information at www.everythings13.org

Intro Vaheguru Simran by Jagdeep Kaur (www.qi-rattan.com) and available for free download from www.thekdp.com (Jam 2 - track 6)

Japji Sahib English Katha- 21st (1 of 2) - Love, Vaashna, Nishkaam, Hukam

Japji Sahib English Explanation Katha of 20th Pauri

This recording focuses on the 20th Pauri of Sri Jap Ji Sahib where Guru Nanak Sahib states "Bhariea Hath Paier Tan Deh, Pani Dhotai Uttar Su Kheh". 

We discuss impurity and purity and look at Guru Ji's wisdom that true purity of our intellect, mind is only through chanting Gods name with Love. We discuss Love and building a relationship with Naam and Guru. 

We also look at the idea of fear and respect for God will and the system that Vaheguru created.  We discuss why Guru is so important for a Sikh as both a focus of love and the giver of Naam. 

We sing Vaheguru Simran and kirtan of "Balhari Gur Apne, Sad Sad Bal Jaava" by Guru Arjan Dev ji Maharaaj. 

The kirtan was done by a British Born Kirtani Jatha, Jagdeep Kaur and her husband, Amritpal Singh, who formed www.qi-rattan.com and www.thekdp.com.  

With Guru's blessings, the SIKHI in English series will be going through the entire Sri Jap Ji Sahib, (the very first Bani in Sri Guru Granth Sahib) and trying understand it in English alongside singing Gurbani kirtan to help explain further.

The programme is held every Sunday from 6-7:15pm at Park Avenue Gurdwara, Southall. English discourse alongside kirtan and simran by local kirtanees. Please give us your darshan and sangat. 

More information at www.everythings13.org

Intro Vaheguru Simran by Jagdeep Kaur (www.qi-rattan.com) and available for free download from www.thekdp.com (Jam 2 - track 6)

Japji Sahib English Katha - 20th Pauri - Purity, Love and Fear

Japji Sahib English Explanation Katha of 19th Pauri

This recording focuses on the 19th Pauri of Sri Jap Ji Sahib where Guru Nanak Sahib states "Asankh Naav, Asankh Thaav". 

We discuss two different ways of understanding this pauri i.e, that 
Destiny that determines if we Jap Naam and also that letters and language was invented to praise Gods Name. 

We sing Vaheguru Simran and kirtan of "Sun Sun Jeeva Teri Baani" by Guru Arjan Dev ji Maharaaj. The kirtan was done by a British Born Kirtani, Ravinderpal Singh from Southall. 

With Guru's blessings, the SIKHI in English series will be going through the entire Sri Jap Ji Sahib, (the very first Bani in Sri Guru Granth Sahib) and trying understand it in English alongside singing Gurbani kirtan to help explain further.

The programme is held every Sunday from 6-7:15pm at Park Avenue Gurdwara, Southall. English discourse alongside kirtan and simran by local kirtanees. Please give us your darshan and sangat. 

More information at www.everythings13.org

Intro Vaheguru Simran by Jagdeep Kaur (www.qi-rattan.com) and available for free download from www.thekdp.com (Jam 2 - track 6)

Japji Sahib English Katha - 19th Pauri - Name, Bani, Destiny and Letters

Japji Sahib English Explanation Katha of 18th Pauri

This recording focuses on the 18th Pauri of Sri Jap Ji Sahib where Guru Nanak Sahib states "Asankh Moorakh Andh Ghor, Asankh Chor Haramkhor". 

We discuss the different ways of understanding this pauri including that which we must stay away from such lowly actions whilst also recognising that such desires exist within us too. 

We discuss the idea that Vaheguru is able to purify us and is ever forgiving, and sing kirtan of "Madho Hum Aise Tu Aisa" by Guru Arjan Patshah. The kirtan was done by Bhenji Navleen Kaur from Southall. 

With Guru's blessings, the SIKHI in English series will be going through the entire Sri Jap Ji Sahib, (the very first Bani in Sri Guru Granth Sahib) and trying understand it in English alongside singing Gurbani kirtan to help explain further.

The programme is held every Sunday from 6-7:15pm at Park Avenue Gurdwara, Southall. English discourse alongside kirtan and simran by local kirtanees. Please give us your darshan and sangat. 

More information at www.everythings13.org

Intro Vaheguru Simran by Jagdeep Kaur (www.qi-rattan.com) and available for free download from www.thekdp.com (Jam 2 - track 6)

Japji Sahib English Katha - 18th Pauri - Countless Sinners and Slanderers

Japji Sahib English Explanation Katha of 17th Pauri

This recording focuses on the 17th Pauri of Sri Jap Ji Sahib where Guru Nanak Sahib states "Asankh Jap, Asankh Bhao". 

We discuss the ancient Hindu Philosophy of Samkhya, as well as the Three Guns of Maaya, i.e Sato, Rajo and Tamo as well as look at each of these positive actions that a Gursikh must also do. 

We relate this to the idea of Dharam Yudh and people who are on the side of positivity. The kirtan was done by Amardeep Singh from Southall. 

With Guru's blessings, the SIKHI in English series will be going through the entire Sri Jap Ji Sahib, (the very first Bani in Sri Guru Granth Sahib) and trying understand it in English alongside singing Gurbani kirtan to help explain further.

The programme is held every Sunday from 6-7:15pm at Park Avenue Gurdwara, Southall. English discourse alongside kirtan and simran by local kirtanees. Please give us your darshan and sangat. 

More information at www.everythings13.org

Intro Vaheguru Simran by Jagdeep Kaur (www.qi-rattan.com) and available for free download from www.thekdp.com (Jam 2 - track 6)

Japji Sahib English Katha - 17th Pauri - Samkhya, Three Guns, Positive Actions

Japji Sahib English Explanation Katha of 16th Pauri (Part 2 of 2)

This recording focuses on the second half of the 16th Pauri of Sri Jap Ji Sahib where Guru Nanak sahib describes the absurdity of a mythical bull holding up the Earth. 

Guruji then goes on to talk about the real power that established the Universe with just one Word, and that Vahegurus beauty and gifts to us are beyond measure. 

Guruji then shows what our approach should be, i.e to focus on accepting the hukam, trying to earn Grace of that Eternal and Formless Creator. 

The kirtan was sung by a Southall based German Amritdhari Singh, SatSiri Singh, on the Rebab and Guitar. 

With Guru's blessings, the SIKHI in English seri.es will be going through the entire Sri Jap Ji Sahib, (the very first Bani in Sri Guru Granth Sahib) and trying understand it in English alongside singing Gurbani kirtan to help explain further.

The programme is held every Sunday from 6-7pm at Park Avenue Gurdwara, Southall. English discourse alongside kirtan and simran by local kirtanees. Please give us your darshan and sangat. 

More information at www.everythings13.org

Japji Sahib English Katha - 16th Pauri (Part 2 of 2) - Power, Beauty and The Word

Japji Sahib English Explanation Katha of 16th Pauri (1 of 2)

This recording focuses on the first half of the 16th Pauri of Sri Jap Ji Sahib where Guru Sahib describes the Panch, the supreme Ones who both listen and follow. 

Guru Sahib also talks about the Divine will and the value of compassion in establishing Dharma, i.e Righteousness. 

We discuss the different meanings of Panch and of Dharam being the main mission of Sikhi. The kirtan was sung by a Southall based German Amritdhari Singh, SatSiri Singh, on the Rebab and Guitaar. 

With Guru's blessings, the SIKHI in English seri.es will be going through the entire Sri Jap Ji Sahib, (the very first Bani in Sri Guru Granth Sahib) and trying understand it in English alongside singing Gurbani kirtan to help explain further.

The programme is held every Sunday from 6-7pm at Park Avenue Gurdwara, Southall. English discourse alongside kirtan and simran by local kirtanees. Please give us your darshan and sangat. 

More information at www.everythings13.org

Japji Sahib English Katha - 16th Pauri (Part 1 of 2) - Five Supreme, Daya, Duty

Japji Sahib English Explanation Katha of Pauris 12 to 15

This recording focuses on the 12th-15th Pauris of Sri Jap Ji Sahib where Guru Sahib describes the effect of "accepting, following and believing" to Gurbani and the Truth. 

We go though all four pauris and discuss the different means of "Mannai" and the effect upon us of being purified . 

We sing Kirtan of the four pauris and do Vaheguru simran. The kirtan was sung by a Southall based kirtanee Ravinderpal Singh. 

With Guru's blessings, the SIKHI in English series will be going through the entire Sri Jap Ji Sahib, (the very first Bani in Sri Guru Granth Sahib) and trying understand it in English alongside singing Gurbani kirtan to help explain further.

The programme is held every Sunday from 6-7pm at Park Avenue Gurdwara, Southall. English discourse alongside kirtan and simran by local kirtanees. Please give us your darshan and sangat. 

More information at www.everythings13.org

Japji Sahib English Katha - 12th to 15th Pauris - O Mind, Follow the Pure Name

Japji Sahib English Explanation Katha of Pauris 8 to 11

This recording focuses on the 8th - 11th Pauris of Sri Jap Ji Sahib where Guru Sahib describes the effect of "listening" to Gurbani and the Truth. 

We go though all four pauris and discuss the different means of listening and the effect upon us of washing our soul of pains and sins to start to blossom. We sing Kirtan of the four pauris and do Vaheguru simran. 

The kirtan was sung by a Russian Amritdhari Sikh living in London. 
With Guru's blessings, the SIKHI in English series will be going through the entire Sri Jap Ji Sahib, (the very first Bani in Sri Guru Granth Sahib) and trying understand it in English alongside singing Gurbani kirtan to help explain further.

The programme is held every Sunday from 6-7pm at Park Avenue Gurdwara, Southall. English discourse alongside kirtan and simran by local kirtanees. Please give us your darshan and sangat. 

More information at www.everythings13.org

Japji Sahib 8th to 11th Pauris - Listen to Truth and Blossom

Japji Sahib English Explanation Katha of 7th Pauri

This recording focuses on the 7th Pauri of Sri Jap Ji Sahib where Guru Sahib says "Je Jug Chare Aarjaa, Hor Dasooni Hoe". 

We look at how the things we value in life, i.e fame, power, long life are temporary and destined to disappear with Death. Then we look at what we should really value, i.e Gods Grace. 

We look at what Guruji describes is the state of someone who doesn't have earn this grace and how respect/fear is a part of love. We also look at whether spiritually advanced people should have pride? 

We sing Kirtan of ""Prabh Keejai Kripa Nidhaan" in and sing Vaheguru simran. 

The kirtan was sung in Raag with Tanti Saaj (traditional instruments) like Rebab, Dilruba, Santoor and Jori by the amazing "Gursevak Kirtani Jatha" from Warwick. 

With Guru's blessings, the SIKHI in English series will be going through the entire Sri Jap Ji Sahib, (the very first Bani in Sri Guru Granth Sahib) and trying understand it in English alongside singing Gurbani kirtan to help explain further.

The programme is held every Sunday from 6-7pm at Park Avenue Gurdwara, Southall. English discourse alongside kirtan and simran by local kirtanees. Please give us your darshan and sangat. 

More information at www.everythings13.org

Japji Sahib 7th Pauri - Grace, Fear and Pride

Japji Sahib English Explanation Katha of 6th Pauri

This recording focuses on the sixth Pauri of Sri Jap Ji Sahib where Guru Sahib says "Tirath Naava je Tis Bhaava, Vin Bhane ke Naae Kari". 

We look at the different meanings of Tirath "Pilgrimage" in Sikhi and also examine why bathing in Ramdaas Sarovar in Amritsar is purifying. 

We look at enigma of grace vs good actions and also how Gurus teachings are the priceless jewels for his Sikhs. 

We sing Kirtan of ""Hark ke Naam ke Biaparee" in and Vaheguru simran. 

With Guru's blessings, the SIKHI in English series will be going through the entire Sri Jap Ji Sahib, (the very first Bani in Sri Guru Granth Sahib) and trying understand it in English alongside singing Gurbani kirtan to help explain further.

The programme is held every Sunday from 6-7pm at Park Avenue Gurdwara, Southall. English discourse alongside kirtan and simran by local kirtanees. Please give us your darshan and sangat. 

More information at www.everythings13.org

Japji Sahib 6th Pauri - Inner pilgrimage, Karma and Jewels

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