⟵ Back to videos

Countdown to Vaisakhi 2023: Dr. Jaswant Singh

Day 3

Monday
,
3
April
2023

“When I think about Vaisakhi, I ask myself why Vaisakhi is important to me. My mind focuses on the word Khalsa. Because Vaisakhi for the Sikhs straight way means the inauguration of the Khalsa….”

Dr. Jaswant Singh, Director of Gurbani Research at Sikh Research Institute (SikhRI), reflects on Vaisakhi.

“When I think about Vaisakhi, I ask myself why Vaisakhi is important to me. My mind focuses on the word Khalsa. Because Vaisakhi for the Sikhs straight way means the inauguration of the Khalsa….” he says.

From now until Vaisakhi, the SikhRI team will reflect and share their perspective of Vaisakhi. Featuring speakers unique in their backgrounds, countries, and experiences, we hope the “Countdown to Vaisakhi” video series will ignite a spark in you to reflect on your personal connection to Vaisakhi.

The Sikh Research Institute recognizes its ethical responsibility to promptly correct any factual small or large errors. Please get in touch with us via email to request a correction if you have identified a mistake.

Suggest a correction →

In This Video

Jaswant Singh

Director, Gurbani Research

Jaswant Singh is a scholar of Sikh Studies. His immense love for Gurbani propels him to read, reflect, research, and share Gurbani’s wisdom and understanding with the wider community. 

View profile ⟶

Latest Videos

Thursday
,
29
October
2026

Savaiye (Mahale Duje Ke)

These ten savaiyas were composed by Bhatt Kalya Ji, one of eleven poet-bards whose compositions are included in the Guru Granth Sahib.

watch now ⟶
Wednesday
,
28
October
2026

Guru Gobind Singh Sahib: Life, Vision & Wisdom

Recorded in Cambridge, the dialogue features Harinder Singh in conversation with moderator Dr. Harpreet Singh, a scholar of Sikh textual traditions at Harvard University and a co-founder of the Sikh Coalition.

watch now ⟶
Thursday
,
24
September
2026

Explore Savaiye (Mahale Pahile Ke)

These ten savaiays were composed by Bhatt Kalya Ji, one of eleven poet-bards whose compositions are included in the Guru Granth Sahib. Recorded on pages 1389-1390, they begin with contemplation and praise of IkOankar (the Divine), the benevolent Giver...

watch now ⟶

Share on Social Media

Subscribe to our Newsletter

Stay informed with our weekly updates, important events and more at SikhRI.

Thank you! Your submission has been received.
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.