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Guru Granth Sahib
Sikhism
1984
Guru Nanak Sahib
Sikh Community
Ikonkar
Sheikh Farid Ji
Sikhi
Guru Arjan Sahib
Spirituality
Devotion
Punjab
Harmandir Sahib
BANI
Sidak
Sikh Genocide
Guru Gobind Singh Sahib
Gurbani
Wisdom
Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale

Hosted by the Sikh Research Institute, we feature members of the Sikh community to talk about issues relevant to Sikhs around the world. For articles, blogs and videos find SikhRI on Youtube and Facebook, or head over to sikhri.org.

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Beadbi is back in the news, and this time, the Panjab government has passed a new law. But is a state-legislated solution what the Panth needs?

What are the implications of a law written without the input or consent of the Akal Takht Sahib, the poli... more

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Explore Bani Bhagat Jaidev Ji

The Guru Granth Sahib Project is pleased to announce the annotation of two Sabads by Bhagat Jaidev Ji, one of the fifteen Bhagat contributors to the Guru Granth Sahib.

The first Sabad is under Rag Gujari, a devotional m... more

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Recorded in Vancouver, the dialogue features Harinder Singh — author of the book, educator, and co-founder of SikhRI — alongside author, psychiatrist, and advocate Dr. Shimi Kaur Kang. Together, they invite seekers, thinkers, and readers to reflect o... more

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Sidak alum Navnit Kaur chats with Sidak facilitator Jasleen Kaur, reflecting on her past Sidak experience—becoming more open-minded, meeting a diverse sangat from around the world, discovering the beauty of taking a Hukamnama for the first time, and ... more

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Recent Guests

Navnit Kaur
PhD candidate in Molecular Biology, from Switzerland
Sikh Research Institute (guest on Siddik/Sidak program)
Episode: The Sidak Impact: Jasleen Kaur & Navnit Kaur
Inni Kaur
Speaker delivering Vaisakhi reflection
Sikh Research Institute
Episode: Vaisakhi: What Does It Mean to Truly Receive?
Ikroop Singh
Participant in Sikhi 201, attendee of Sidak
Sikh Community member
Episode: The Sidak Impact: Jasleen Kaur & Ikroop Singh
Phera Singh
Artist and Sidak alumnus
Episode: The Sidak Impact: Jasleen Kaur & Phera Singh
Dr. Pritpal Singh
Long-time speaker at Sikh Research Institute and current board member
Sikh Research Institute
Episode: Heartbeats of ‘84
Santbir Singh
Research associate at the Sikh Research Institute and PhD student in Sociology at York University
Sikh Research Institute
Episode: The Attack on Political Sikhi
Harinder Singh
Senior Fellow and Innovation Director at Sikh Research Institute, leading educational initiatives on Sikh thought.
Sikh Research Institute
Episode: Sant Jarnail Singh: The Man, the Myth, the Truth

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Jasleen Kaur
Primary host with multiple appearances and translations for SikhRI projects.

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    Inni kaur ji and their whole team 🙏🏻🌸

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Strong translation and accessibility focus make complex topics approachable.
Provides deep dives into Sikh texts with thoughtful context for modern readers.
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Sacrilege & Sovereignty: The Guru, the Panth & the State
Q: What are the governance implications for Sikhs if a state enforces Beadbi laws without Sikh self-governance structures?
If the state enforces Beadbi laws without robust Sikh self-governance mechanisms, there is a risk of overreach and disproportionate targeting of ordinary Sikhs, surveillance, and politicization of religious practice. The discussion emphasizes reviving Gurmat-informed self-governance (Gurmata, Guru Khalsa Panth, Sarbat Khalsa) as a more authentic framework to address desecration and maintain reverence while protecting community rights across different countries.
Sacrilege & Sovereignty: The Guru, the Panth & the State
Q: How has Beadbi been understood historically, and how do these understandings interact with modern blasphemy laws?
Historically, Beadbi has blended moral, cultural, and religious conceptions of reverence toward Guru Granth Sahib; in modern times, it intersects with legal categories of sacrilege and blasphemy, often complicating the relationship between Sikh devotional practices and state law. The guest notes that while be-awareness and reverence are central, the legal framework tends to treat Beadbi in a punitive, rather than preventive, light, prompting debate about governance and self-rule.
Guru Gobind Singh Sahib: Life, Vision & Wisdom | Wisdom for Uncertain Times | Vancouver
Q: What is your call to action for listeners after this discussion?
Harinder Singh expresses a call to action centered on personal and community-powered initiatives that align with the Guru's teachings on compassion, justice, and universal dignity, inviting people to translate insights into concrete advocacy or acts of service within their own contexts.
The Sidak Impact: Jasleen Kaur & Navnit Kaur
Q: How has Siddique impacted your life since completing the program?
It has softened my approach to myself and others, increased openness, and reinforced trust in the process; the impact persists as I continue to engage with Sikhi and with the community.
The Sidak Impact: Jasleen Kaur & Navnit Kaur
Q: How did you navigate the challenging parts of Gurbani 101 and the accompanying grammar, and how did collaboration help?
We tackled it with structured group work, whiteboard sessions, and mutual support; help is available, and the goal is understanding rather than perfect mastery, so collaboration and asking questions made it manageable.

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This program centers on Sikh history, theology, and community life through in-depth conversations with scholars, translators, and practitioners. Recent episodes highlight immersive educational programs, textual study of bani, and contextual discussions around historical events, devotional poetry, and leadership within the Sikh tradition. The format often blends live events, translations, and thoughtful commentary to illuminate complex ideas for a broad audience. A standout throughline is a commitment to accessible, experiential learning—whether via field trips, modern interpretations of classical texts, or connecting historical narratives to contemporary issues. The show is especially notable for its scholarly rigor paired with practical gu... more

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