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Bhai Bachittar Singh Ji
The Sikh History
The first in a series of Sikh History videos told on Jori or tabla by the world renowned Bhai Surdarshan Singh Ji. Join us on this landmark episode where Surdarshan Singh takes us vividly through the journey of Bhai Bachittar Singh Ji and the infamous drunken elephant at the gates of Lohgarh.
The first in a series of Sikh History videos told on Jori or tabla by the world renowned Bhai Surdarshan Singh Ji. Join us on this landmark episode where Surdarshan Singh takes us vividly through the journey of Bhai Bachittar Singh Ji and the infamous drunken elephant at the gates of Lohgarh.
Episodes
1. Bhai Bachittar Singh Ji
The first in a series of Sikh History videos told on Jori or tabla by the world renowned Bhai Surdarshan Singh Ji. Join us on this landmark episode where Surdarshan Singh takes us vividly through the journey of Bhai Bachittar Singh Ji and the infamous drunken elephant at the gates of Lohgarh.
2. Zamzama Thaup Paran
In this episode of The Sikh History Series with Bhai Surdarshan Singh Ji, we learn about the powerful Zamzama Cannon, also known as Kim’s Gun or Bhangi di Toap. Cast in 1757 in Lahore during the Durrani Empire, this 4.5-meter-long cannon with a 24cm bore was the largest of its time. Made from brass and copper with intricate floral patterns and Persian verses, it bore the inscription “A destroyer even of the strongholds of the heaven.” Used in battle by the Durranis from 1761, it was seized by the Sikh army led by Sardar Hari Singh Bhangi in 1762. The composition “Thaup Paran” details its devastating impact in battle, showcasing its thunderous roar and fearsome power.
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Zamzama Thaup Paran
In this episode of The Sikh History Series with Bhai Surdarshan Singh Ji, we learn about the powerful Zamzama Cannon, also known as Kim’s Gun or Bhangi di Toap. Cast in 1757 in Lahore during the Durrani Empire, this 4.5-meter-long cannon with a 24cm bore was the largest of its time. Made from brass and copper with intricate floral patterns and Persian verses, it bore the inscription “A destroyer even of the strongholds of the heaven.” Used in battle by the Durranis from 1761, it was seized by the Sikh army led by Sardar Hari Singh Bhangi in 1762. The composition “Thaup Paran” details its devastating impact in battle, showcasing its thunderous roar and fearsome power.
Bhai Harsimran Singh Ji (Lalli)
Bhai Harsimran Singh Ji (Lalli) enthralls the sadh sangat during the Smethwick Smagam in September 2023.
Bhai Jagpal Singh Ji (Kanpuri)
Bhai Jagpal Singh Ji (Kanpuri) enthralls the sadh sangat during the Smethwick Smagam in September 2023.
Bhai Amolak Singh Ji (Australia)
Bhai Amolak Singh Ji (Australia) enthralls the sadh sangat during the Smethwick Smagam in September 2023.
Bhai Paramjit Singh Ji (Phagwara)
Bhai Paramjit Singh Ji (Phagwara) enthralls the sadh sangat during the Smethwick Smagam in September 2023.
Bhai Manpreet Singh Ji (Moga)
Bhai Manpreet Singh Ji (Moga) enthralls the sadh sangat during the Smethwick Smagam in September 2023.
Acceptance
The second of a five-part series covering the Macchiwara Saakhi (Story) by Dhadi Jatha Giani Sukhdev Singh Ji Booh and their debut album in conjunction with Kirtan Fi & Sampooranta (a.k.a. Stories by Kash). When Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb's army attacked the fortress of Chamkaur Sahib, Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji and the Khalsa Fauj (army) successfully resisted their onslaught and upon the direction of the Sikhs remaining in the fort, requested Guru Sahib Ji escape into the forests of Machhiwara.
Introduction to Gurmukhi: Dhadhaa
P6 Academy present An Introduction to Gurmukhi to support the learning of Gurmukhi, beginning with the alphabet. This video presents Dhadhaa.
Mitr Payare Nu
The third of a five-part series covering the Macchiwara Saakhi (Story) by Dhadi Jatha Giani Sukhdev Singh Ji Booh and their debut album in conjunction with Kirtan Fi & Sampooranta (a.k.a. Stories by Kash). When Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb's army attacked the fortress of Chamkaur Sahib, Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji and the Khalsa Fauj (army) successfully resisted their onslaught and upon the direction of the Sikhs remaining in the fort, requested Guru Sahib Ji escape into the forests of Machhiwara.
Legends of the Sikh King
An expository documentary that explores the religion of Sikhism through the eyes of a practitioner descended from a long lineage of warrior saints
Shaheedi
A Dhadi Vaar dedicated to the Shaheedi Purab of the fifth Guru Sahibaan of the Sikh faith, Sri Guru Arjan Dev Ji Maharaj.
Bhai Ravinder Singh Ji (Delhi)
Bhai Ravinder Singh Ji (Delhi) enthralls the sadh sangat during the Smethwick Smagam in September 2023.
Teri Khel
The fourth of a five-part series covering the Macchiwara Saakhi (Story) by Dhadi Jatha Giani Sukhdev Singh Ji Booh and their debut album in conjunction with Kirtan Fi & Sampooranta (a.k.a. Stories by Kash). When Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb's army attacked the fortress of Chamkaur Sahib, Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji and the Khalsa Fauj (army) successfully resisted their onslaught and upon the direction of the Sikhs remaining in the fort, requested Guru Sahib Ji escape into the forests of Machhiwara.
Dhadi Vaar Shaan
The sixth of a five-part series covering the Macchiwara Saakhi (Story) by Dhadi Jatha Giani Sukhdev Singh Ji Booh and their debut album in conjunction with Kirtan Fi & Sampooranta (a.k.a. Stories by Kash). When Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb's army attacked the fortress of Chamkaur Sahib, Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji and the Khalsa Fauj (army) successfully resisted their onslaught and upon the direction of the Sikhs remaining in the fort, requested Guru Sahib Ji escape into the forests of Machhiwara.
Pir of Pirs
The fifth of a five-part series covering the Macchiwara Saakhi (Story) by Dhadi Jatha Giani Sukhdev Singh Ji Booh and their debut album in conjunction with Kirtan Fi & Sampooranta (a.k.a. Stories by Kash). When Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb's army attacked the fortress of Chamkaur Sahib, Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji and the Khalsa Fauj (army) successfully resisted their onslaught and upon the direction of the Sikhs remaining in the fort, requested Guru Sahib Ji escape into the forests of Machhiwara.
Bibi Mansundar Kaur Ji
Bibi Mansundar Kaur Ji enthralls the sadh sangat during the Smethwick Smagam in September 2023.
