Basics of Sikhi Podcast by Basics of Sikhi

April 25, 2025 How the Khalsa Survived & Ruled | Unparalleled Spirit!

In this gripping podcast (filmed in September 2024), we journey through one of the most turbulent and inspiring periods of Sikh history — the rise of the Khalsa Panth, its survival during oppression, and its eventual establishment of Khalsa Raj. From the courageous battles of the 18th century to the visionary leadership of Maharaja Ranjit Singh Ji, we explore the unparalleled spirit that allowed the Khalsa to thrive against all odds.

A big thankyou to Bhai Prabjot Singh for hosting this podcast and Bhai Mandhir Singh for sharing their gems of knowledge!

💥 Timestamps & Key Topics Covered:

0:00 – Introduction

2:00 – Reflections on the Wallace Collection & Maharaja Ranjit Singh Ji

5:00 – The Start of Khalsa Raj

6:45 – Sarbat da Bhalla – The Khalsa's selfless foundation

11:00 – How the Khalsa survived the 18th-century turmoil

13:30 – Key historical events of 1725–1726

15:20 – What was Hindustan?

16:10 – Conflicts with Zakaria Khan & the splitting of Punjab

18:20 – The role and function of Sikh Jathebandiyan

23:30 – What inspired and drove the Khalsa?

28:45 – Powerful Khalsa slogans

30:20 – The uniqueness of Khalsa governance

34:40 – Four types of political Sikhs

39:20 – Decision-making within the Panth

42:30 – Negotiations between Abdali and the Khalsa

49:00 – Legacy of Gurdwara Sis Ganj Sahib

54:40 – Who holds Sikh authority?

55:20 – An unforgettable Nihung Singh story

1:07:00 – What is the state of Punjab today?

1:15:00 – What should be the long-term vision of the Sikh Panth?

1:20:00 – Mobilising the Sikh community

1:23:50 – How to unify Sikh jathebandiyan

1:25:00 – Who should represent the Sikhs?

1:29:00 – Final message to the Sangat

🔥 This episode is perfect for anyone interested in:

•⁠ ⁠The Khalsa’s political wisdom

•⁠ ⁠Maharaja Ranjit Singh Ji's reign

•⁠ ⁠The resilience of Sikh sovereignty

•⁠ ⁠Lessons from Sikh military strategy and unity

•⁠ ⁠Visionary insights into the future of the Panth

A Revolutionary Blueprint for Sikh Sovereignty in the 21st Century

In this groundbreaking conversation, Bhai Mandhir Singh outlines the bold and visionary legacy of Khalsa Raj—rooted in the revolutionary legacy of the Misls and the enduring institutions of the Guru Khalsa Panth.

At a time of global instability, Hindutva aggression, and institutional collapse today, Bhai Mandhir Singh revisits the legacy of Sikh sovereignty as bottom-up praxis—anchored in the spiritual-political principles of Miri-Piri, Sarbat da Bhala, and Halemi Raj. Through vivid storytelling and rigorous historical reflection, he shows how the history of the Sikh Raj offers us a decentralized model of grassroots governance today, that is built around the protection of the weak and the revolutionary worldview of Gurmat.

If you’ve ever wondered about the philosophical foundations and historical practice of Sikh sovereignty—and their relevance today—this is a must watch discussion.

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🧠 Let’s keep Sikh history alive. Let’s learn. Let’s unite.

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