http://giaea.com/the-story-of-the-sikhs The power of storytelling meets the colorful history of the Sikh faith Tue, 02 Dec 2025 20:38:33 -0500 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2018 Giaea LLC . All rights reserved. History 1440 serial The power of storytelling meets the colorful history of the Sikh faith in the Story of the Sikhs. Sarbpreet Singh Sarbpreet Singh No false https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/feed.xml https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/2505706/sots5_copy9hy9a.jpg http://giaea.com/the-story-of-the-sikhs 144 144 (1) A Prophet Emerges https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/podbean_best_podcast_hosting_audio_video_blog_hosting/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/podbean_best_podcast_hosting_audio_video_blog_hosting/#comments Tue, 13 Feb 2018 12:20:08 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/podbean_best_podcast_hosting_audio_video_blog_hosting-24b00f90dd1700f333f1ee8f1a4eedd1 As Babar, the founder of the Mughal dynasty overruns northern India, he encounters a holy man who fearlessly confronts him and chides him for his cruelty. The name of the holy man is Guru Nanak, who is on the path to establishing a new world religion, Sikhism. The story shifts to the childhood of young Nanak, a precocious lad of spiritual bent who fearlessly challenges inequality and superstition. As a young man Nanak lays the foundation of an important institution that will go on to define the faith he is to create. Nanak has a spiritual epiphany that gives him a sense of mission and inspires him to set forth on a journey that is the start of a social revolution.

]]> As Babar, the founder of the Mughal dynasty overruns northern India, he encounters a holy man who fearlessly confronts him and chides him for his cruelty. The name of the holy man is Guru Nanak, who is on the path to establishing a new world religion, Sikhism. The story shifts to the childhood of young Nanak, a precocious lad of spiritual bent who fearlessly challenges inequality and superstition. As a young man Nanak lays the foundation of an important institution that will go on to define the faith he is to create. Nanak has a spiritual epiphany that gives him a sense of mission and inspires him to set forth on a journey that is the start of a social revolution.

]]> A precocious child named Nanak, who grows up questioning inequality and superstition has a spiritual epiphany as a young man that gives him a sense of mission. Sarbpreet Singh false No 3140 1 1 full (2) The Wanderers https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/the-wanderers-1518462126/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/the-wanderers-1518462126/#comments Tue, 13 Feb 2018 12:20:26 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/the-wanderers-1518462126-24b00f90dd1700f333f1ee8f1a4eedd1 With his faithful companion, Mardana the minstrel in tow, Nanak sets out on a series of journeys that will last for decades and will bring him to wondrous places as he develops bold new ideas and creates the institutions which will ensure their propagation and survival. Nanak fearlessly confronts superstition and ritualism as he travels to the storied places of worship of his time.

]]> With his faithful companion, Mardana the minstrel in tow, Nanak sets out on a series of journeys that will last for decades and will bring him to wondrous places as he develops bold new ideas and creates the institutions which will ensure their propagation and survival. Nanak fearlessly confronts superstition and ritualism as he travels to the storied places of worship of his time.

]]> With his faithful companion, Mardana the minstrel in tow, Nanak sets out on a series of journeys that will last for decades and will bring him to wondrous places as he develops bold new ideas and creates the institutions which will ensure their propagation and survival. Sarbpreet Singh false No 2578 1 2 full (3) The Darb Al Hajj https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/the-darb-al-hajj/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/the-darb-al-hajj/#comments Tue, 13 Feb 2018 12:20:45 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/the-darb-al-hajj-24b00f90dd1700f333f1ee8f1a4eedd1 Nanak travels to the far reaches of the Eastern Himalayas, where he is hailed as Nanak Rimpoche, an emanation of the Buddhist sage Padmasambhava, the patron saint of Sikkim. After his return to his homeland, he dons the garb of a Muslim pilgrim and sets out on the ancient Indo-Egyptian trade route to journey to Mecca. This will be his last great journey and on his return he will establish the town of Kartarpur.

]]> Nanak travels to the far reaches of the Eastern Himalayas, where he is hailed as Nanak Rimpoche, an emanation of the Buddhist sage Padmasambhava, the patron saint of Sikkim. After his return to his homeland, he dons the garb of a Muslim pilgrim and sets out on the ancient Indo-Egyptian trade route to journey to Mecca. This will be his last great journey and on his return he will establish the town of Kartarpur.

]]> Nanak dons the garb of a Muslim pilgrim and sets out on the ancient Indo-Egyptian trade route to journey to Mecca. Sarbpreet Singh false No 3465 1 3 full (4) The Passing of the Torch https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/the-passing-of-the-torch/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/the-passing-of-the-torch/#comments Tue, 13 Feb 2018 12:20:53 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/the-passing-of-the-torch-24b00f90dd1700f333f1ee8f1a4eedd1 Guru Nanak settles down in Kartarpur, initiating a period of institutional development that will last for almost two centuries. The task of giving shape to a new world religion has begun. As the time approaches for Guru Nanak to depart, he anoints one of his beloved followers, Angad as the next Guru, ensuring that the fledgling faith he has created will survive and thrive.

]]> Guru Nanak settles down in Kartarpur, initiating a period of institutional development that will last for almost two centuries. The task of giving shape to a new world religion has begun. As the time approaches for Guru Nanak to depart, he anoints one of his beloved followers, Angad as the next Guru, ensuring that the fledgling faith he has created will survive and thrive.

]]> As the time approaches for Guru Nanak to depart, he anoints one of his beloved followers, Angad as the next Guru of the Sikhs, ensuring that the fledgling faith he has created will survive and thrive. Sarbpreet Singh false No 2520 1 4 full (5) The Sanctuary of the Homeless https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/the-sanctuary-of-the-homeless/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/the-sanctuary-of-the-homeless/#comments Tue, 13 Feb 2018 12:21:06 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/the-sanctuary-of-the-homeless-24b00f90dd1700f333f1ee8f1a4eedd1 Guru Angad nurtures the faith that his late master entrusted him with, giving the gift of music to his followers and creating a new script for the preservation of the sacred writings of the Sikhs. In the tradition of Guru Nanak, he chooses Amardas, his humblest and most faithful disciple to succeed him as the next Guru, bypassing his own sons.

]]> Guru Angad nurtures the faith that his late master entrusted him with, giving the gift of music to his followers and creating a new script for the preservation of the sacred writings of the Sikhs. In the tradition of Guru Nanak, he chooses Amardas, his humblest and most faithful disciple to succeed him as the next Guru, bypassing his own sons.

]]> In the tradition of Guru Nanak, Guru Angad chooses his humblest and most faithful disciple, Amardas to succeed him as the next Guru, bypassing his own sons. Sarbpreet Singh false No 3199 1 5 full (6) The Blood Of a Matriarch https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/the-prophecy-1518463753/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/the-prophecy-1518463753/#comments Tue, 13 Mar 2018 21:30:17 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/the-prophecy-1518463753-24b00f90dd1700f333f1ee8f1a4eedd1 Guru Amardas receives the Mughal Emperor Akbar who humbly seeks his blessings. Finding his son-in-law, Ramdas to be loyal, humble and worthy, Guru Amardas decides to anoint him as the next Guru. Pleased with the devotion of his daughter, Bibi Bhani, Guru Amardas makes a prophecy which will have far reaching consequences for the faith.

]]> Guru Amardas receives the Mughal Emperor Akbar who humbly seeks his blessings. Finding his son-in-law, Ramdas to be loyal, humble and worthy, Guru Amardas decides to anoint him as the next Guru. Pleased with the devotion of his daughter, Bibi Bhani, Guru Amardas makes a prophecy which will have far reaching consequences for the faith.

]]> Pleased with the devotion of his daughter, Bibi Bhani, Guru Amardas makes a prophecy which will have far reaching consequences for the faith. Sarbpreet Singh false No 2600 1 6 full (7) The Rainbird https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/the-rainbird/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/the-rainbird/#comments Tue, 13 Mar 2018 22:02:20 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/the-rainbird-24b00f90dd1700f333f1ee8f1a4eedd1 Guru Ramdas establishes Ramdaspur, which will go on to become Amritsar, the greatest center of the Sikh faith. Guru Ramdas is plagued by the ill-will that his oldest son, Prithi Chand harbors towards Arjan, his youngest. Because of his faithfulness and devotion, Arjan is exalted to succeed his father as Guru, much to his older brother’s chagrin.

]]> Guru Ramdas establishes Ramdaspur, which will go on to become Amritsar, the greatest center of the Sikh faith. Guru Ramdas is plagued by the ill-will that his oldest son, Prithi Chand harbors towards Arjan, his youngest. Because of his faithfulness and devotion, Arjan is exalted to succeed his father as Guru, much to his older brother’s chagrin.

]]> Prithi Chand, the oldest son of Guru Ramdas, expresses great bitterness and rage as his youngest brother Arjan is chosen to be the next Guru of the Sikhs. Sarbpreet Singh false No 2702 1 7 full (8) The Blessing https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/the-blessing-1518469929/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/the-blessing-1518469929/#comments Tue, 13 Mar 2018 22:03:22 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/the-blessing-1518469929-24b00f90dd1700f333f1ee8f1a4eedd1 Guru Arjan establishes the Har Mandar Sahib, popularly known as The Golden Temple, which will become the most prominent place of worship for the Sikh faith and a symbol of its endurance. The Guru’s wife, Mata Ganga, distraught at being childless is sent to seek the blessing of Bhai Buddha, a venerable old Sikh, who has served the faith from the time of Guru Nanak.

]]> Guru Arjan establishes the Har Mandar Sahib, popularly known as The Golden Temple, which will become the most prominent place of worship for the Sikh faith and a symbol of its endurance. The Guru’s wife, Mata Ganga, distraught at being childless is sent to seek the blessing of Bhai Buddha, a venerable old Sikh, who has served the faith from the time of Guru Nanak.

]]> Guru Arjan’s wife, Mata Ganga, distraught at being childless, is sent to seek the blessing of Bhai Buddha, a venerable old Sikh, who has served the faith from the time of Guru Nanak. Sarbpreet Singh false No 3219 1 8 full (9) A Holy Book is Born https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/a-holy-book-is-born/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/a-holy-book-is-born/#comments Tue, 13 Mar 2018 22:04:14 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/a-holy-book-is-born-24b00f90dd1700f333f1ee8f1a4eedd1 Guru Arjan, in his crowning achievement, creates the Guru Granth Sahib, the egalitarian scripture of the Sikhs, with contributions from the Sikh Gurus as well as enlightened souls from other faiths. Prithi Chand tries to convince the Emperor Akbar that Guru Arjan’s new scripture is blasphemous and disrespectful of Islam and Hinduism.

]]> Guru Arjan, in his crowning achievement, creates the Guru Granth Sahib, the egalitarian scripture of the Sikhs, with contributions from the Sikh Gurus as well as enlightened souls from other faiths. Prithi Chand tries to convince the Emperor Akbar that Guru Arjan’s new scripture is blasphemous and disrespectful of Islam and Hinduism.

]]> Guru Arjan, as his crowning achievement, creates the Guru Granth Sahib, the egalitarian scripture of the Sikhs, with contributions from the Sikh Gurus as well as enlightened souls from other faiths. Sarbpreet Singh false No 3021 1 9 full (10) The Cool Heart of the Inferno https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/the-cool-heart-of-the-inferno/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/the-cool-heart-of-the-inferno/#comments Tue, 13 Mar 2018 22:04:39 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/the-cool-heart-of-the-inferno-24b00f90dd1700f333f1ee8f1a4eedd1 From the tragic martyrdom of Guru Arjan rises a great institution that will forever define the character of Sikhs and Sikhism. The poignant story of Guru Arjan and his beloved disciple the Sufi saint Miyan Mir.

]]> From the tragic martyrdom of Guru Arjan rises a great institution that will forever define the character of Sikhs and Sikhism. The poignant story of Guru Arjan and his beloved disciple the Sufi saint Miyan Mir.

]]> From the tragic martyrdom of Guru Arjan rises a great institution that will forever define the character of Sikhs and Sikhism. Sarbpreet Singh false No 3198 1 10 full Bonus Episode 1 : Bhai Avtar Singh - an extraordinary Kirtaniya https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-1-bhai-avtar-singh-an-extraordinary-kirtaniya/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-1-bhai-avtar-singh-an-extraordinary-kirtaniya/#comments Mon, 21 May 2018 11:44:26 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/bonus-episode-1-bhai-avtar-singh-an-extraordinary-kirtaniya-24b00f90dd1700f333f1ee8f1a4eedd1 Our very distinctive title music is an excerpt from a shabad or hymn, sung by the Bhai Avtar Singh, one of the most distinguished Sikh Ragis or minstrels of modern times. In this bonus episode of The Story of the Sikhs Sarbpreet Singh reminisces about the legend who touched so many hearts through his beautiful music and the extraordinary warmth of his personality.

]]> Our very distinctive title music is an excerpt from a shabad or hymn, sung by the Bhai Avtar Singh, one of the most distinguished Sikh Ragis or minstrels of modern times. In this bonus episode of The Story of the Sikhs Sarbpreet Singh reminisces about the legend who touched so many hearts through his beautiful music and the extraordinary warmth of his personality.

]]> Sarbpreet Singh false No 2421 bonus Bonus Episode 2 : A Ramadan to remember https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-2-a-ramadan-to-remember/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-2-a-ramadan-to-remember/#comments Wed, 06 Jun 2018 06:40:03 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/bonus-episode-2-a-ramadan-to-remember-ebe5e59c63543275a0cc8e69625f17da During the holy month of Ramadan a group of Muslims embody the values of the Sikh faith with a breathtaking act of solidarity and compassion.

]]> During the holy month of Ramadan a group of Muslims embody the values of the Sikh faith with a breathtaking act of solidarity and compassion.

]]> During the holy month of Ramadan a group of Muslims embody the values of the Sikh faith with a breathtaking act of solidarity and compassion. Sarbpreet Singh false No 1644 bonus Bonus Episode 3 When the Guru spoke to me https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-3-when-the-guru-spoke-to-me/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-3-when-the-guru-spoke-to-me/#comments Mon, 17 Sep 2018 08:44:42 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/bonus-episode-3-when-the-guru-spoke-to-me-f02b983d56f52024600ed39eb7071607 The Guru's Huqm or word, provides comfort on a difficult day.

]]> The Guru's Huqm or word, provides comfort on a difficult day.

]]> Sarbpreet Singh false No 1659 bonus Bonus Episode 4 : The Ballad of Spring https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-4-the-ballad-of-spring/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-4-the-ballad-of-spring/#comments Mon, 28 Jan 2019 10:01:06 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/bonus-episode-4-the-ballad-of-spring-aa1aeddaf665e04eabc41ee5d7012658 A musical feast that examines the  singing of Raga Basant and other melodies of the spring in the Sikh Sacred Music tradition.

]]> A musical feast that examines the  singing of Raga Basant and other melodies of the spring in the Sikh Sacred Music tradition.

]]> Sarbpreet Singh false No 5771 1 bonus Bonus Episode 5 : Season 2 is coming https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-5-season-2-is-coming/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-5-season-2-is-coming/#comments Mon, 25 Feb 2019 09:04:04 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/bonus-episode-5-season-2-is-coming-51974e416a3b2ab704e34ae592503347 A sneak preview of Season 2

]]> A sneak preview of Season 2

]]> Season 2 - sneak preview Sarbpreet Singh false No 1681 14 bonus Bonus Episode 6 : A Sikh response to Christchurch https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-5-a-sikh-response-to-christchurch/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-5-a-sikh-response-to-christchurch/#comments Mon, 18 Mar 2019 23:42:54 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/bonus-episode-5-a-sikh-response-to-christchurch-4b79c7348586c09f0ff71b9de804fe6c A reflection on the Christchurch mosque attacks 

]]> A reflection on the Christchurch mosque attacks 

]]> A Sikh response to Christchurch Sarbpreet Singh false No 1118 bonus Bonus Episode 7 : The Camel Merchant of Philadelphia https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-7-the-camel-merchant-of-philadelphia/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-7-the-camel-merchant-of-philadelphia/#comments Wed, 04 Sep 2019 08:36:06 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/bonus-episode-7-the-camel-merchant-of-philadelphia-476a60c91d8168472c595d5cafcc4213 The Camel Merchant of Philadelphia is  writer/narrator Sarbpreet Singh's new book about the court of Maharajah Ranjit Singh. This episode is about the book and his recent tour of India.

]]> The Camel Merchant of Philadelphia is  writer/narrator Sarbpreet Singh's new book about the court of Maharajah Ranjit Singh. This episode is about the book and his recent tour of India.

]]> The Camel Merchant of Philadelphia : A new book by Sarbpreet Singh about the court of Maharajah Ranjit Singh. Sarbpreet Singh false No 1907 bonus (11) Sword of Piety Sword of Might https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/sword-of-piety-sword-of-might/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/sword-of-piety-sword-of-might/#comments Tue, 24 Sep 2019 13:33:31 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/sword-of-piety-sword-of-might-4d3bdc176070cd2cd093e3af952f3a7b Hargobind, the young son of the late Guru Arjan ascends to the throne of Guru Nanak. His Sikhs are startled when he sets the traditional appurtenances of his station aside and dons twin swords. He creates the Akal Bunga which will go on to become an enduring symbol of Sikh sovereignty. The Guru is imprisoned by the Emperor Jahangir in Gwalior fort, from where he triumphantly emerges after freeing 52 kings, also held captive by the emperor.

]]> Hargobind, the young son of the late Guru Arjan ascends to the throne of Guru Nanak. His Sikhs are startled when he sets the traditional appurtenances of his station aside and dons twin swords. He creates the Akal Bunga which will go on to become an enduring symbol of Sikh sovereignty. The Guru is imprisoned by the Emperor Jahangir in Gwalior fort, from where he triumphantly emerges after freeing 52 kings, also held captive by the emperor.

]]> Hargobind, the young son of the late Guru Arjan ascends to the throne of Guru Nanak. His Sikhs are startled when he sets the traditional appurtenances of his station aside and dons twin swords. He creates the Akal Bunga which will go on to become an enduring symbol of Sikh sovereignty. The Guru is imprisoned by the Emperor Jahangir in Gwalior fort, from where he triumphantly emerges after freeing 52 kings, also held captive by the emperor. Sarbpreet Singh false No 3644 2 1 full (12) Immutable https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/12-immutable/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/12-immutable/#comments Thu, 10 Oct 2019 06:18:17 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/12-immutable-c238fe4a2b5212a37f36a2267d0db9b2 The Guru returns to Amritsar after his exile in Gwalior and his family grows and flourishes. One of his young sons, Atal Rai, learns a difficult lesson about deference to the will of the divine.

]]> The Guru returns to Amritsar after his exile in Gwalior and his family grows and flourishes. One of his young sons, Atal Rai, learns a difficult lesson about deference to the will of the divine.

]]> The Guru returns to Amritsar after his exile in Gwalior and his family grows and flourishes. One of his young sons, Atal Rai, learns a difficult lesson about deference to the will of the divine. Sarbpreet Singh false No 3084 2 2 full (13) The Prodigal https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/13-the-prodigal/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/13-the-prodigal/#comments Mon, 28 Oct 2019 13:58:17 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/13-the-prodigal-a91cd40b2601cf3143150b7b15a19ec6 The Guru nurtures a young Pathan named Painde Khan, a formidable warrior who becomes one of his favorites. There is a sharp confrontation between the Sikhs and the entourage of the Emperor Shah Jahan, when the Sikhs seize a magnificent hawk belonging to the Emperor. The Guru makes a rousing declaration of sovereignty, which leads to the first armed confrontation between the Sikhs and the Mughals. A disaffected Painde Khan switches sides.

]]> The Guru nurtures a young Pathan named Painde Khan, a formidable warrior who becomes one of his favorites. There is a sharp confrontation between the Sikhs and the entourage of the Emperor Shah Jahan, when the Sikhs seize a magnificent hawk belonging to the Emperor. The Guru makes a rousing declaration of sovereignty, which leads to the first armed confrontation between the Sikhs and the Mughals. A disaffected Painde Khan switches sides.

]]> The Guru nurtures a young Pathan named Painde Khan, a formidable warrior who becomes one of his favorites. There is a sharp confrontation between the Sikhs and the entourage of the Emperor Shah Jahan, when the Sikhs seize a magnificent hawk belonging to the Emperor. The Guru makes a rousing declaration of sovereignty, which leads to the first armed confrontation between the Sikhs and the Mughals. A disaffected Painde Khan switches sides. Sarbpreet Singh false No 3906 2 3 full (14) Ingrates and Apostates https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/14-ingrates-and-apostates/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/14-ingrates-and-apostates/#comments Wed, 13 Nov 2019 09:25:48 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/14-ingrates-and-apostates-779807ccaedb35b0c9f1c200d419f9f3 Gur Hargobind names his young grandson, Har Rai successor, but his oldest grandson Dhir Mal rebels against him. The Guru’s family is once roiled by dissent and treachery. The seventh Guru, Har Rai attracts the attention of the Mughal court and sends his son Ram Rai there as his representative, only to be disappointed by his perfidy. His younger son, Harkrishan succeeds him, but dies young, enigmatically signaling his successor’s whereabouts on his death bed.

]]> Gur Hargobind names his young grandson, Har Rai successor, but his oldest grandson Dhir Mal rebels against him. The Guru’s family is once roiled by dissent and treachery. The seventh Guru, Har Rai attracts the attention of the Mughal court and sends his son Ram Rai there as his representative, only to be disappointed by his perfidy. His younger son, Harkrishan succeeds him, but dies young, enigmatically signaling his successor’s whereabouts on his death bed.

]]> Gur Hargobind names his young grandson, Har Rai successor, but his oldest grandson Dhir Mal rebels against him. The Guru’s family is once roiled by dissent and treachery. The seventh Guru, Har Rai attracts the attention of the Mughal court and sends his son Ram Rai there as his representative, only to be disappointed by his perfidy. His younger son, Harkrishan succeeds him, but dies young, enigmatically signaling his successor’s whereabouts on his death bed. Sarbpreet Singh false No 3550 2 4 full (15) Caste Mark and Sacred Thread https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/15-caste-mark-and-sacred-thread/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/15-caste-mark-and-sacred-thread/#comments Thu, 28 Nov 2019 15:14:20 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/15-caste-mark-and-sacred-thread-9b065f0c9b81bfef60d848dda8766e03 Tegh Bahadur, the youngest son of the late Guru Hargobind, is anointed the ninth Guru of the Sikhs in the face of competing claims by multiple pretenders to the throne of Guru Nanak. The Guru boldly confronts the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb who has been forcing his non-Muslim subjects to convert to Islam on the pain of death.

]]> Tegh Bahadur, the youngest son of the late Guru Hargobind, is anointed the ninth Guru of the Sikhs in the face of competing claims by multiple pretenders to the throne of Guru Nanak. The Guru boldly confronts the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb who has been forcing his non-Muslim subjects to convert to Islam on the pain of death.

]]> Tegh Bahadur, the youngest son of the late Guru Hargobind, is anointed the ninth Guru of the Sikhs in the face of competing claims by multiple pretenders to the throne of Guru Nanak. The Guru boldly confronts the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb who has been forcing his non-Muslim subjects to convert to Islam on the pain of death. Sarbpreet Singh false No 3824 2 5 full (16) The Battle of Bhangani https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/16-the-battle-of-bhangani/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/16-the-battle-of-bhangani/#comments Tue, 03 Dec 2019 08:12:05 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/16-the-battle-of-bhangani-2c5ea8d11730752268969fecfab01519 The young Guru Gobind Rai reflects upon the martyrdom of his father, Guru Tegh Bahadur. The lad prepares himself to meet his destiny and realize the grand vision of Guru Nanak. He is tested by powerful kings who surround him, driven to jealousy by his increasing power and fame.

]]> The young Guru Gobind Rai reflects upon the martyrdom of his father, Guru Tegh Bahadur. The lad prepares himself to meet his destiny and realize the grand vision of Guru Nanak. He is tested by powerful kings who surround him, driven to jealousy by his increasing power and fame.

]]> The young Guru Gobind Rai reflects upon the martyrdom of his father, Guru Tegh Bahadur. The lad prepares himself to meet his destiny and realize the grand vision of Guru Nanak. He is tested by powerful kings who surround him, driven to jealousy by his increasing power and fame. Sarbpreet Singh false No 3178 2 6 full (17) In the Guru's Court https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/17-in-the-gurus-court/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/17-in-the-gurus-court/#comments Sun, 29 Dec 2019 10:54:41 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/c5f2cba7-0136-52bc-9f2d-bb19cd91ab3c Guru Gobind Rai sets up a magnificent court that is the catalyst of a renaissance in poetry, music and scholarship. He himself composes sublime poetry and his court is studded with accomplished poets, musicians and scholars.

]]> Guru Gobind Rai sets up a magnificent court that is the catalyst of a renaissance in poetry, music and scholarship. He himself composes sublime poetry and his court is studded with accomplished poets, musicians and scholars.

]]> Guru Gobind Rai sets up a magnificent court that is the catalyst of a renaissance in poetry, music and scholarship. He himself composes sublime poetry and his court is studded with accomplished poets, musicians and scholars. Sarbpreet Singh false No 3547 2 7 full (18) The Dasam Granth https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/the-dasam-granth/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/the-dasam-granth/#comments Wed, 15 Jan 2020 04:23:01 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/96214e2c-ad3a-5b85-81ab-317a82be3780 The Dasam Granth, the book of the tenth master is completed. In addition to the devotional writings of Guru Gobind Singh, it contains translations of heroic Hindu epics from Sanskrit to Braj, designed to inspire a population beaten down by centuries of oppression.

]]> The Dasam Granth, the book of the tenth master is completed. In addition to the devotional writings of Guru Gobind Singh, it contains translations of heroic Hindu epics from Sanskrit to Braj, designed to inspire a population beaten down by centuries of oppression.

]]> The Dasam Granth, the book of the tenth master is completed. In addition to the devotional writings of Guru Gobind Singh, it contains translations of heroic Hindu epics from Sanskrit to Braj, designed to inspire a population beaten down by centuries of oppression. Sarbpreet Singh false No 4282 2 8 full (18e) The Dasam Granth extended version https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/18e-the-dasam-granth-extended-version/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/18e-the-dasam-granth-extended-version/#comments Fri, 17 Jan 2020 00:34:43 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/09c78e05-2e6d-50d9-8106-fd8db6abdfc6 An extended version of Episode 18 The Dasam Granth. It has complete recordings of all the shabads referenced and is a feast for lovers of Gurmat Sangeet (Sikh Sacred Music)

]]> An extended version of Episode 18 The Dasam Granth. It has complete recordings of all the shabads referenced and is a feast for lovers of Gurmat Sangeet (Sikh Sacred Music)

]]> An extended version of Episode 18 The Dasam Granth. It has complete recordings of all the shabads referenced and is a feast for lovers of Gurmat Sangeet (Sikh Sacred Music) Sarbpreet Singh false No 8105 2 bonus (19) The birth of The Khalsa https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/19-the-birth-of-the-khalsa/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/19-the-birth-of-the-khalsa/#comments Mon, 17 Feb 2020 12:40:08 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/709b2123-8f80-59a2-9f26-fe363c070d8b Guru Gobind Singh completes his divine mission by creating the Khalsa.  At a gathering in Anandpur on the momentous Vaisakhi of 1699 the vision of Guru Nanak is fully realized as Guru Gobind Singh puts a final seal on the egalitarian faith that was created by the first Guru.

]]> Guru Gobind Singh completes his divine mission by creating the Khalsa.  At a gathering in Anandpur on the momentous Vaisakhi of 1699 the vision of Guru Nanak is fully realized as Guru Gobind Singh puts a final seal on the egalitarian faith that was created by the first Guru.

]]> Guru Gobind Singh completes his divine mission by creating the Khalsa. At a gathering in Anandpur on the momentous Vaisakhi of 1699 the vision of Guru Nanak is fully realized as Guru Gobind Singh puts a final seal on the egalitarian faith that was created by the first Guru. Sarbpreet Singh false No 4676 2 9 full (20) Chamkaur, Sirhind, Muktsar : Tales of Valor https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/20-mitter-pyare-nu-haal-mureedan-da-kehnan/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/20-mitter-pyare-nu-haal-mureedan-da-kehnan/#comments Mon, 16 Mar 2020 13:21:07 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/8d14dfb6-722e-56c0-8fcd-3aa605e9c0ff In a time treachery and deceit Guru Gobind Singh leads his Sikhs and his family out of the fortified city of Anandpur, where disaster strikes.

]]> In a time treachery and deceit Guru Gobind Singh leads his Sikhs and his family out of the fortified city of Anandpur, where disaster strikes.

]]> In a time treachery and deceit Guru Gobind Singh leads his Sikhs and his family out of the fortified city of Anandpur, where disaster strikes. Sarbpreet Singh false No 6320 2 10 full Bonus Episode 8 : Prabh Jio Tu Mero Sahib Data https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/prabh-jio-tu-mero-sahib-data/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/prabh-jio-tu-mero-sahib-data/#comments Sat, 21 Mar 2020 08:32:40 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/5c6ae6b3-8ee2-5d66-b219-65ec0f7113a8 The sanctuary of the Guru's word in a time of fear and anxiety. Tweet your favorite shabad @sarbpreetsingh to be featured on a subsequent episode.

]]> The sanctuary of the Guru's word in a time of fear and anxiety. Tweet your favorite shabad @sarbpreetsingh to be featured on a subsequent episode.

]]> Sarbpreet Singh false No 1065 bonus Bonus Episode 9 : Bhagat Kabir unabashedly asks for what he needs https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-9-bhagat-kabir-unabashedly-asks-for-what-he-needs/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-9-bhagat-kabir-unabashedly-asks-for-what-he-needs/#comments Tue, 24 Mar 2020 10:20:49 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/9a0b48ac-05bc-58f1-bc5d-5255d7693aff Bhagat Kabir 's beautiful relationship with God. Tweet your favorite shabad @sarbpreetsingh to be included in future episodes

]]> Bhagat Kabir 's beautiful relationship with God. Tweet your favorite shabad @sarbpreetsingh to be included in future episodes

]]> Sarbpreet Singh false No 1322 bonus Bonus Episode 10 : Rogan Te Ar Sogan Te Jal Jogan Te Bahu Bhant Bachavai https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-10-rogan-te-ar-sogan-te-jal-jogan-te-bahu-bhant-bachavai/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-10-rogan-te-ar-sogan-te-jal-jogan-te-bahu-bhant-bachavai/#comments Tue, 07 Apr 2020 21:57:54 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/724f5099-37c6-53a1-be3a-e27e38d1ef78 Rogan Te Ar Sogan Te Jal Jogan Te Bahu Bhant Bachavat - A soulful quatrain of praise in Raga Malkauns

]]> Rogan Te Ar Sogan Te Jal Jogan Te Bahu Bhant Bachavat - A soulful quatrain of praise in Raga Malkauns

]]> Rogan Te Ar Sogan Te Jal Jogan Te Bahu Bhant Bachavat - A soulful quatrain of praise in Raga Malkauns Sarbpreet Singh false No 1623 bonus Bonus Episode 11: A musical feast to mark Vaisakhi of 2020 https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-11-a-musical-feast-to-mark-vaisakhi-of-2020/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-11-a-musical-feast-to-mark-vaisakhi-of-2020/#comments Sun, 12 Apr 2020 14:17:21 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/bce2b47a-a004-56fc-8aa8-8d7566c6d1e4 A translation and four fabulous renditions of the Savaiyya, Jagat Jot Jape Nis Basur, which is a succinct and elegant definition of the Khalsa

]]> A translation and four fabulous renditions of the Savaiyya, Jagat Jot Jape Nis Basur, which is a succinct and elegant definition of the Khalsa

]]> A translation and four fabulous renditions of the Savaiyya, Jagat Jot Jape Nis Basur, which is a succinct and elegant definition of the Khalsa Sarbpreet Singh false No 3419 bonus Bonus Episode 12: The Jaap Sahib Part 1 https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-12-the-jaap-sahib-part-1/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-12-the-jaap-sahib-part-1/#comments Thu, 14 May 2020 22:21:05 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/ab459c2e-7643-51d4-8375-8c234fbc0896 The Jaap Sahib of Guru Gobind Singh Ji in translation Part 1

]]> The Jaap Sahib of Guru Gobind Singh Ji in translation Part 1

]]> The Jaap Sahib of Guru Gobind Singh Ji in translation Part 1 Sarbpreet Singh false No 962 bonus Bonus Episode 13: The Jaap Sahib Part 2 https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-13-the-jaap-sahib-part-2/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-13-the-jaap-sahib-part-2/#comments Sun, 24 May 2020 13:57:51 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/1904f6ad-ea58-5f27-9750-7adbfbdde918 The Jaap Sahib of Guru Gobind Singh Ji in translation Part 2

]]> The Jaap Sahib of Guru Gobind Singh Ji in translation Part 2

]]> The Jaap Sahib of Guru Gobind Singh Ji in translation Part 2 Sarbpreet Singh false No 776 bonus Bonus Episode 14 : Sikhs for Black Lives https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-14-sikhs-for-black-lives/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-14-sikhs-for-black-lives/#comments Wed, 03 Jun 2020 21:19:48 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/a96fb39d-5e8d-5ec7-ba99-ab7cca026110 Why Black Lives Matter to Sikhs

]]> Why Black Lives Matter to Sikhs

]]> Why Black Lives Matter to Sikhs Sarbpreet Singh false No 1148 bonus Bonus Episode 15 : The Jaap Sahib Part 3 https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-15-jaap-sahib-3/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-15-jaap-sahib-3/#comments Fri, 26 Jun 2020 10:03:44 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/c8f86e29-ca8e-5433-b30e-535e6cdd2245 Recitation and English translation of the Jaap Shib (continued)

]]> Recitation and English translation of the Jaap Shib (continued)

]]> Recitation and English translation of the Jaap Shib (continued) Sarbpreet Singh false No 1013 bonus Bonus Episode 16 : Rejoice my heart, this blessed rain https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-16-rejoice-my-heart-this-blessed-rain/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-16-rejoice-my-heart-this-blessed-rain/#comments Tue, 21 Jul 2020 21:33:02 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/46e86621-8996-3235-923c-e75ad0ae710b A musical feast of shabads in various forms of Raga Malhar

]]> A musical feast of shabads in various forms of Raga Malhar

]]> A musical feast of shabads in various forms of Raga Malhar Sarbpreet Singh false No 5323 bonus Night of the Restless Spirits - Sarbpreet Singh's new collection of short fiction https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/night-of-the-restless-spirits-sarbpreet-singhs-new-collection-of-short-fiction/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/night-of-the-restless-spirits-sarbpreet-singhs-new-collection-of-short-fiction/#comments Tue, 27 Oct 2020 18:44:49 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/c0ba7c66-266e-3e3c-909f-3ccb1e78095d Sarbpreet Singh false No 1414 38 bonus (21) The Guru and the Sorcerer https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/21-the-guru-and-the-sorcerer/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/21-the-guru-and-the-sorcerer/#comments Sun, 20 Dec 2020 10:31:58 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/cb80e334-f62c-3aad-aa0b-69554c19e0c2 Guru Gobind Singh, traveling South, meets a powerful sorcerer on the banks of the Godavari. The sorcerer, transformed by the encounter, becomes a beloved disciple of the Guru's and is given a mission.

]]> Guru Gobind Singh, traveling South, meets a powerful sorcerer on the banks of the Godavari. The sorcerer, transformed by the encounter, becomes a beloved disciple of the Guru's and is given a mission.

]]> Sarbpreet Singh false No 4080 3 40 full (22) Cauldron, Sword and Victory https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/22-cauldron-sword-and-victory/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/22-cauldron-sword-and-victory/#comments Fri, 08 Jan 2021 17:27:00 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/867e718e-95b8-3685-920c-c2488da3790b Guru Gobind Singh’s chosen deputy, the former sorcerer Banda Singh Bahadur has managed to amass an army, He is ready to bring Nawab Wazir Khan, who mercilessly murdered the Guru’s younger sons to justice.

]]> Guru Gobind Singh’s chosen deputy, the former sorcerer Banda Singh Bahadur has managed to amass an army, He is ready to bring Nawab Wazir Khan, who mercilessly murdered the Guru’s younger sons to justice.

]]> Sarbpreet Singh false No 3683 3 42 full (23) The Ashes of the Iron Fort https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/23-the-ashes-of-the-iron-fort/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/23-the-ashes-of-the-iron-fort/#comments Mon, 25 Jan 2021 19:47:52 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/3ef1933a-d18c-3cf5-ad86-88acbca074c1 The might of the Mughal Empire descends on the Sikhs and a fierce battle is fought at Lohgarh. Banda Bahadur manages to escape but is besieged by powerful Mughal commanders at Gurdas Nangal, where he fights his last battle. 

]]> The might of the Mughal Empire descends on the Sikhs and a fierce battle is fought at Lohgarh. Banda Bahadur manages to escape but is besieged by powerful Mughal commanders at Gurdas Nangal, where he fights his last battle. 

]]> Sarbpreet Singh false No 4955 3 44 full (24) A murder sparks a rebellion https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/24-a-new-rebellion/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/24-a-new-rebellion/#comments Tue, 16 Feb 2021 08:25:49 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/df96773a-6e2f-37c9-9791-53448b4cf289 Banda Singh Bahadur’s rebellion is over  and Lahore is the hands of an oppressive ruler intent on destroying the Sikhs. It is a time when men who can ride, lead and wield a sword might make a reputation for themselves.

]]> Banda Singh Bahadur’s rebellion is over  and Lahore is the hands of an oppressive ruler intent on destroying the Sikhs. It is a time when men who can ride, lead and wield a sword might make a reputation for themselves.

]]> Sarbpreet Singh false No 4400 3 46 full (25)The rise of Nawab Kapur Singh https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/25-two-nawabs/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/25-two-nawabs/#comments Fri, 12 Mar 2021 19:38:05 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/a6397c60-78f2-3648-91e3-11f01be35609 Nawab Zakriya Khan of Lahore decides to extend an olive branch to the Sikhs. An emissary is sent with a title and land and the Sikhs get their own Nawab.

]]> Nawab Zakriya Khan of Lahore decides to extend an olive branch to the Sikhs. An emissary is sent with a title and land and the Sikhs get their own Nawab.

]]> Sarbpreet Singh false No 3335 3 48 full (26) Martyrdom, Desecration and Punishment https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/26-heroes-and-martyrs/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/26-heroes-and-martyrs/#comments Wed, 31 Mar 2021 18:29:11 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/ef75a7ca-8346-3c78-bc89-27610903a0ef The respite for the Sikhs is very brief. Once again Nawab Zakriya Khan unleashes a reign of terror and new heroes rise in the face of terrible oppression. 

]]> The respite for the Sikhs is very brief. Once again Nawab Zakriya Khan unleashes a reign of terror and new heroes rise in the face of terrible oppression. 

]]> Sarbpreet Singh false No 3627 3 50 full (27) A Tale of Two Emperors https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/27-a-tale-of-two-emperors/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/27-a-tale-of-two-emperors/#comments Tue, 18 May 2021 08:02:36 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/40134dc5-bccf-326e-aec1-be3ad7784bfb A new threat approaches from the West, which threatens the Mughal Empire and creates an opportunity for the Sikhs. 

]]> A new threat approaches from the West, which threatens the Mughal Empire and creates an opportunity for the Sikhs. 

]]> Sarbpreet Singh false No 5037 3 45 full (28) The First Holocaust - Chhota Ghallughara https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/28-the-first-holocaust-chhota-ghallughara/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/28-the-first-holocaust-chhota-ghallughara/#comments Thu, 03 Jun 2021 06:26:03 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/393df81e-37d7-3c56-9f12-bd46c58d595f Bhai Taru Singh is tortured and put to death by Zakriya Khan. Thousands of Sikhs are slain by his deputy Lakhpat Rai. A new king, who will cast a long shadow on the homeland of the Sikhs, rises in the west.

]]> Bhai Taru Singh is tortured and put to death by Zakriya Khan. Thousands of Sikhs are slain by his deputy Lakhpat Rai. A new king, who will cast a long shadow on the homeland of the Sikhs, rises in the west.

]]> Sarbpreet Singh false No 5002 3 51 full (29) The Sickle of Mir Mannu https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/29-the-sickle-of-mir-mannu/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/29-the-sickle-of-mir-mannu/#comments Tue, 27 Jul 2021 15:12:01 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/279155e0-1ed4-3036-87dc-abf04668df9a Mir Mannu,  who takes command of Lahore, views the Sikhs as a threat. Ahmed Shah Abdali, returns to avenge his defeat. The Sikhs start growing in power as the Punjab stays turbulent

]]> Mir Mannu,  who takes command of Lahore, views the Sikhs as a threat. Ahmed Shah Abdali, returns to avenge his defeat. The Sikhs start growing in power as the Punjab stays turbulent

]]> Sarbpreet Singh false No 6817 3 47 full (30) Abdali and the Sikhs https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/30-abdali-and-the-sikhs/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/30-abdali-and-the-sikhs/#comments Fri, 03 Sep 2021 12:27:33 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/3c5d9756-8bf2-3712-b86a-59e8c4d75157 Ahmed Shah Abdali invades Hindustan again and decimates the tottering Mughal Empire. The Afghans occupy Lahore and desecrate the Golden Temple. Baba Deep Singh falls while battling the Afghans in Amritsar. The Marathas enter Punjab and try to reassert Mughal control over the province. Ahmad Shah Abdali returns and breaks the back of Maratha power in a great battle fought at Panipat.

]]> Ahmed Shah Abdali invades Hindustan again and decimates the tottering Mughal Empire. The Afghans occupy Lahore and desecrate the Golden Temple. Baba Deep Singh falls while battling the Afghans in Amritsar. The Marathas enter Punjab and try to reassert Mughal control over the province. Ahmad Shah Abdali returns and breaks the back of Maratha power in a great battle fought at Panipat.

]]> Sarbpreet Singh false No 5796 3 48 full (31) Masters of the Punjab https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/31-masters-of-the-punjab/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/31-masters-of-the-punjab/#comments Fri, 08 Oct 2021 06:45:14 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/648dfca2-eb15-306b-8915-b757325ea15d Ahmad Shah Abdali returns to the Punjab, this time determined to destroy the Sikhs. Thousands are killed in the Wadda Ghallughara or the great holocaust, but the Sikhs, unbowed, stand up to him and end up the de-facto rulers of their homeland, the Punjab.

]]> Ahmad Shah Abdali returns to the Punjab, this time determined to destroy the Sikhs. Thousands are killed in the Wadda Ghallughara or the great holocaust, but the Sikhs, unbowed, stand up to him and end up the de-facto rulers of their homeland, the Punjab.

]]> Sarbpreet Singh false No 6193 3 49 full (32) The Road to Delhi https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/32-the-road-to-delhi/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/32-the-road-to-delhi/#comments Tue, 16 Nov 2021 21:48:11 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/352f2da0-d027-3b32-a785-89b751314879 With the passing of Ahmad Shah Abdali and the utter collapse of the Mughal Empire, the Sikhs see unbounded opportunities to consolidate their power. New threats appear on the horizon as the Marathas rise again and the British East India Company turns its eyes towards Delhi.

]]> With the passing of Ahmad Shah Abdali and the utter collapse of the Mughal Empire, the Sikhs see unbounded opportunities to consolidate their power. New threats appear on the horizon as the Marathas rise again and the British East India Company turns its eyes towards Delhi.

]]> Sarbpreet Singh false No 4457 3 50 full (33) The Birth of a Lion https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/33-the-birth-of-a-lion/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/33-the-birth-of-a-lion/#comments Wed, 06 Apr 2022 14:20:00 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/5a71de2a-f5fe-3df7-bd7f-b3d1a3405530 The story opens in the year 1774, when the mighty Mughal Empire, which had ruled the Indian subcontinent has crumbled, leaving the Punjab in chaos. Ahmad Shah Abdali the ruler of Afghanistan and the scourge of the Sikhs, who had wrested the Punjab from the Mughals has also passed away recently. The Sikhs, who are organized into twelve bands, known as The Misls, have stepped into the power vacuum and have become the de facto rulers of the Punjab. The young chief, Maha Singh Shukerchakia is mentored by Sardar Jai Singh, the patriarch of the powerful Kanhaiya Misl who arranges his marriage with Raj Kaur, daughter of Raja Gajpat Singh of Jind.  Maha Singh becomes a powerful chief whose Misl starts to rise as the power of the mighty Bhangi Misl declines. There is great rejoicing when a son is born to Raj Kaur and Maha Singh. The boy is named Ranjit Singh.

]]> The story opens in the year 1774, when the mighty Mughal Empire, which had ruled the Indian subcontinent has crumbled, leaving the Punjab in chaos. Ahmad Shah Abdali the ruler of Afghanistan and the scourge of the Sikhs, who had wrested the Punjab from the Mughals has also passed away recently. The Sikhs, who are organized into twelve bands, known as The Misls, have stepped into the power vacuum and have become the de facto rulers of the Punjab. The young chief, Maha Singh Shukerchakia is mentored by Sardar Jai Singh, the patriarch of the powerful Kanhaiya Misl who arranges his marriage with Raj Kaur, daughter of Raja Gajpat Singh of Jind.  Maha Singh becomes a powerful chief whose Misl starts to rise as the power of the mighty Bhangi Misl declines. There is great rejoicing when a son is born to Raj Kaur and Maha Singh. The boy is named Ranjit Singh.

]]> Sarbpreet Singh false No 5367 4 51 full (34) The Rupture https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/34-the-rupture/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/34-the-rupture/#comments Sun, 17 Apr 2022 16:31:38 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/82e4e8de-af35-3523-bdbe-ad99ead55dff A squabble over plunder realized from an attack on the kingdom of Jammu creates a rupture between Maha Singh Shukerchakia and his mentor Jai Singh, the Kanhaiya patriarch. After Jai Singh insults his protégé and threatens him, Maha Singh conspires with Raja Sansar Chand and Jassa Singh Ramgarhia against the Kanhaiyas. Jassa Singh Ramgarhia, Baghel Singh and other Sikh chiefs launch raids across the Yamuna River, almost to the borders of Awadh, which is under British protection. This brings them to the attention of Madhaji Scindia, who sees them as a threat to Delhi and considers forming an alliance with them. After the raid, Jassa Singh Ramgarhia returns to the Punjab and joining hands with Maha Singh and Raja Sansar Chand attacks the Kanhaiyas. The brave son of Jai Singh Kanhaiya, Gurbaksh Singh is killed in battle and his wife, Sada Kaur moves center stage, picking up the reins of the Kanhaiya Misl from her ageing father in law, who is devastated. 

]]> A squabble over plunder realized from an attack on the kingdom of Jammu creates a rupture between Maha Singh Shukerchakia and his mentor Jai Singh, the Kanhaiya patriarch. After Jai Singh insults his protégé and threatens him, Maha Singh conspires with Raja Sansar Chand and Jassa Singh Ramgarhia against the Kanhaiyas. Jassa Singh Ramgarhia, Baghel Singh and other Sikh chiefs launch raids across the Yamuna River, almost to the borders of Awadh, which is under British protection. This brings them to the attention of Madhaji Scindia, who sees them as a threat to Delhi and considers forming an alliance with them. After the raid, Jassa Singh Ramgarhia returns to the Punjab and joining hands with Maha Singh and Raja Sansar Chand attacks the Kanhaiyas. The brave son of Jai Singh Kanhaiya, Gurbaksh Singh is killed in battle and his wife, Sada Kaur moves center stage, picking up the reins of the Kanhaiya Misl from her ageing father in law, who is devastated. 

]]> Sarbpreet Singh false No 5392 4 52 full (35) The Reconciliation https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/35-the-reconciliation/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/35-the-reconciliation/#comments Thu, 05 May 2022 12:44:48 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/89b8e86d-4117-3ccb-aba7-f2344d9fea44 Maha Singh Shukerchakia takes his six year old son Ranjit Singh with him on a successful expedition to Jammu, which yields great wealth, but disaster strikes and the child is stricken with smallpox. The boy recovers but the attack leaves him blind in one eye and scars his face permanently. As Ranjit Singh’s mother goes to Jwalamukhi to pray at the temple there for her son’s recovery, she gets an unexpected visitor. Sada Kaur has decided to bury her bitterness against the man who was responsible for her husband’s death; in a bold strategic move, designed to bolster the fortunes of both her Misl and her only child, Mehtab Kaur, she proposes an alliance between Ranjit Singh and her daughter.

]]> Maha Singh Shukerchakia takes his six year old son Ranjit Singh with him on a successful expedition to Jammu, which yields great wealth, but disaster strikes and the child is stricken with smallpox. The boy recovers but the attack leaves him blind in one eye and scars his face permanently. As Ranjit Singh’s mother goes to Jwalamukhi to pray at the temple there for her son’s recovery, she gets an unexpected visitor. Sada Kaur has decided to bury her bitterness against the man who was responsible for her husband’s death; in a bold strategic move, designed to bolster the fortunes of both her Misl and her only child, Mehtab Kaur, she proposes an alliance between Ranjit Singh and her daughter.

]]> Sarbpreet Singh false No 3709 4 53 full (36) The Rising Sons https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/36-the-rising-sons/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/36-the-rising-sons/#comments Tue, 02 Aug 2022 19:42:15 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/577cfdb2-07aa-3ca6-bcf1-9e94e07f1176 Ghulam Qadir Rohilla returns to Delhi and blinds the Emperor Shah Alam, replacing him with his puppet. George Thomas becomes the commander of one of the four battalions of Sardhana, the kingdom of Begum Samru and also becomes her paramour. Ghulam Qadir is defeated and killed by the Marathas, who restore Shah Alam to the throne. Maha Singh lays siege to the fort of Sodhra, which is under the control of the Bhangis and falls ill during the expedition. Before passing away he formally anoints his son as his successor. Taimur Shah, the King of Afghanistan passes away and is succeeded by his son Shah Zaman. In late 1793, Shah Zaman, who wants to reassert Afghan control over the Punjab,  crosses the Indus and arrives at Hasan Abdal in early 1794, skirmishing with the Sikhs before returning to Peshawar. Madhaji Scindia passes away and is succeeded by his great nephew Daulat Rao Scindia, who is confirmed by the Emperor Shah Alam as the new regent. 

]]> Ghulam Qadir Rohilla returns to Delhi and blinds the Emperor Shah Alam, replacing him with his puppet. George Thomas becomes the commander of one of the four battalions of Sardhana, the kingdom of Begum Samru and also becomes her paramour. Ghulam Qadir is defeated and killed by the Marathas, who restore Shah Alam to the throne. Maha Singh lays siege to the fort of Sodhra, which is under the control of the Bhangis and falls ill during the expedition. Before passing away he formally anoints his son as his successor. Taimur Shah, the King of Afghanistan passes away and is succeeded by his son Shah Zaman. In late 1793, Shah Zaman, who wants to reassert Afghan control over the Punjab,  crosses the Indus and arrives at Hasan Abdal in early 1794, skirmishing with the Sikhs before returning to Peshawar. Madhaji Scindia passes away and is succeeded by his great nephew Daulat Rao Scindia, who is confirmed by the Emperor Shah Alam as the new regent. 

]]> Sarbpreet Singh false No 5127 4 54 full (37) A Young Lion Comes Into His Own https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/37-a-young-lion-comes-into-his-own/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/37-a-young-lion-comes-into-his-own/#comments Tue, 18 Apr 2023 20:25:05 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/0947a647-837a-31a7-81f8-9736cc0028ed The Afghan King Shah Zaman, the grandson of Ahmed Shah Abdali invades the Punjab providing an opportunity for the young Ranjit Singh to start building his reputation.

]]> The Afghan King Shah Zaman, the grandson of Ahmed Shah Abdali invades the Punjab providing an opportunity for the young Ranjit Singh to start building his reputation.

]]> Sarbpreet Singh false No 4325 4 55 full (38) The Grandsons https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/38-the-grandsons/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/38-the-grandsons/#comments Mon, 01 Jan 2024 14:13:15 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/bfaaf347-466d-3fb6-84b8-384137139d55 Shah Zaman, the grandson of Ahmad Shah Abdali, who had been the scourge of the Punjab for decades crosses the Indus again. As the Sikhs prepare to abandon their cities in the face of the Afghan juggernaut, Sardarni Sada Kaur persuades them to dig their heels in and resist. The young Ranjit Singh, the grandson of the legendary Sikh warrior Sardar Charat Singh Shukerchakia, challenges the Afghan King to single combat. An ambitious new British Governor General arrives in Calcutta and lays out an aggressive, expansionist vision, which promises to have a profound impact on the powers jockeying for position in the remains of the crumbling Mughal Empire.

]]> Shah Zaman, the grandson of Ahmad Shah Abdali, who had been the scourge of the Punjab for decades crosses the Indus again. As the Sikhs prepare to abandon their cities in the face of the Afghan juggernaut, Sardarni Sada Kaur persuades them to dig their heels in and resist. The young Ranjit Singh, the grandson of the legendary Sikh warrior Sardar Charat Singh Shukerchakia, challenges the Afghan King to single combat. An ambitious new British Governor General arrives in Calcutta and lays out an aggressive, expansionist vision, which promises to have a profound impact on the powers jockeying for position in the remains of the crumbling Mughal Empire.

]]> Sarbpreet Singh false No 4290 4 56 full (39) Lord of Lahore https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/lord-of-lahore/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/lord-of-lahore/#comments Fri, 02 Feb 2024 11:56:17 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/86759ce5-a3a2-305e-8371-600b82d81606 The beleaguered citizens of Lahore, suffering under the misrule of the Bhangi triumvirate of Chait Singh, Mohr Singh and Sahib Singh, send a petition to the young Shukerchakia chief, Ranjit Singh. With the help of his visionary mother-in-law, Mata Sada Kaur, the leader of the Kanhaiya Misl, Ranjit Singh takes the capital of the Punjab.

]]> The beleaguered citizens of Lahore, suffering under the misrule of the Bhangi triumvirate of Chait Singh, Mohr Singh and Sahib Singh, send a petition to the young Shukerchakia chief, Ranjit Singh. With the help of his visionary mother-in-law, Mata Sada Kaur, the leader of the Kanhaiya Misl, Ranjit Singh takes the capital of the Punjab.

]]> Sarbpreet Singh false No 4111 4 57 full (40) Afghans, Marathas, The British and The Sikhs - The Forces Gather https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/40-afghans-marathas-the-british-and-the-sikhs-the-forces-gather/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/40-afghans-marathas-the-british-and-the-sikhs-the-forces-gather/#comments Sat, 21 Dec 2024 10:54:59 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/d73f331d-7169-302e-a105-8a6125790cc4 As the young Ranjit Singh settles in Lahore, the capital of the Punjab, which he has just captured, he has to contend with rival Muslim and SIkh chiefs, who resent his successes. Even as he deals with the immediate threats he takes note of significant events all over the subcontinent that present challenges and opportunities. There is great turmoil in Afghanistan as the king, Shah Zaman squares off against the powerful Barakzais, his erstwhile allies who are now aligned with his rebellious half brother Mahmud Mirza. Far away, the Marathas are embroiled in multiple internecine conflicts, involving the Scinida and Holkar clans, which threaten to impact the stability of the Mughal throne, which is propped up by Daulat Rao Scindia. The British, firmly entrenched in Bengal and allied with the Nawab of Awadh, turn their eyes westward, keen on engaging with the young Ranjit Singh, who they see as a bulwark agaist future Afghan invasions that might threaten their interests in Hindustan.

]]> As the young Ranjit Singh settles in Lahore, the capital of the Punjab, which he has just captured, he has to contend with rival Muslim and SIkh chiefs, who resent his successes. Even as he deals with the immediate threats he takes note of significant events all over the subcontinent that present challenges and opportunities. There is great turmoil in Afghanistan as the king, Shah Zaman squares off against the powerful Barakzais, his erstwhile allies who are now aligned with his rebellious half brother Mahmud Mirza. Far away, the Marathas are embroiled in multiple internecine conflicts, involving the Scinida and Holkar clans, which threaten to impact the stability of the Mughal throne, which is propped up by Daulat Rao Scindia. The British, firmly entrenched in Bengal and allied with the Nawab of Awadh, turn their eyes westward, keen on engaging with the young Ranjit Singh, who they see as a bulwark agaist future Afghan invasions that might threaten their interests in Hindustan.

]]> Sarbpreet Singh false No 4978 4 58 full (41) A King is Crowned https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/41-a-king-is-crowned/ https://storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/e/41-a-king-is-crowned/#comments Tue, 02 Dec 2025 20:38:33 -0500 storyofthesikhs.podbean.com/0d2a3f63-8c7a-3f2f-8f11-928b0e673945 In this episode, Ranjit Singh is crowned king of the Punjab; the venerable Sardar Sahib Singh Bedi presides over the coronation and daubs the young king’s forehead with saffron. As the young king tries to consolidate power, tumultuous events roil the subcontinent. To the West the grandsons of Ahmad Shah Abdali are locked in internecine warfare as they fight for the Afghan throne. Closer to home, the Irish Prince of Hansi, George Thomas, a sworn enemy of the Sikhs is neutralized by General Perron, the French soldier of fortune in the employ of the Marathas. To the East the British under the expansionist Lord Wellesley, eye the rich territories of the Marathas, whose internal conflicts boil over into a civil war that will have disastrous consequences for their empire and will roil the subcontinent.

]]> In this episode, Ranjit Singh is crowned king of the Punjab; the venerable Sardar Sahib Singh Bedi presides over the coronation and daubs the young king’s forehead with saffron. As the young king tries to consolidate power, tumultuous events roil the subcontinent. To the West the grandsons of Ahmad Shah Abdali are locked in internecine warfare as they fight for the Afghan throne. Closer to home, the Irish Prince of Hansi, George Thomas, a sworn enemy of the Sikhs is neutralized by General Perron, the French soldier of fortune in the employ of the Marathas. To the East the British under the expansionist Lord Wellesley, eye the rich territories of the Marathas, whose internal conflicts boil over into a civil war that will have disastrous consequences for their empire and will roil the subcontinent.

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