Guru Nanak Dev Ji picks up pieces of broken clay pots. The local king says those won't help you here or hereafter. Guru Ji tells the king then all the money and sins you've committed out of greed will not help you hereafter either. We must gain our earnings from honest means. Guru Ji describes dojak (narak/hell) that the king is headed towards if he continues these sins. We must always remember death. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and represents one of the most comprehensive and beautifully written accounts of Guru Ji’s life. It is usually associated as a part of the greater text known as Sri Gurpartap Suraj Granth (aka Suraj Prakash) which details the historical accounts of all 10 Guru Sahibs in poetic form. It is an ocean of bliss, knowledge and experience. It is said that if one listen to the history of the lives of all 10 Gurus through these texts with complete devotion and faith, they can reach enlightenment. Tune in LIVE on Saturdays & Sundays on Zoom (https://bit.ly/nanakprakash) 6am PST (see the poster on @basicsofsikhi Instagram for other time zones). Listen to the audio recordings of the Katha on our various platforms: https://srinanakprakash.captivate.fm -- Support us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/donate Contact us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/contact-us

Entering a land with great economic crisis, the local king had a lot of greed for wealth. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and represents one of the most comprehensive and beautifully written accounts of Guru Ji’s life. It is usually associated as a part of the greater text known as Sri Gurpartap Suraj Granth (aka Suraj Prakash) which details the historical accounts of all 10 Guru Sahibs in poetic form. It is an ocean of bliss, knowledge and experience. It is said that if one listen to the history of the lives of all 10 Gurus through these texts with complete devotion and faith, they can reach enlightenment. Tune in LIVE on Saturdays & Sundays on Zoom (https://bit.ly/nanakprakash) 6am PST (see the poster on @basicsofsikhi Instagram for other time zones). Listen to the audio recordings of the Katha on our various platforms: https://srinanakprakash.captivate.fm -- Support us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/donate Contact us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/contact-us

Sometimes we rely on Guru Ji to forgive our sins and thus gives us justification to commit sins. But these thieves realized that it isn't worth doing sins in the first place, as the blessings from Guru Ji can be even more from then on. Guru Nanak Dev Ji tells the thieves to become farmers and positively contribute to the world. Next, Guru Ji goes to the country of Room, where there is a baadshaah. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and represents one of the most comprehensive and beautifully written accounts of Guru Ji’s life. It is usually associated as a part of the greater text known as Sri Gurpartap Suraj Granth (aka Suraj Prakash) which details the historical accounts of all 10 Guru Sahibs in poetic form. It is an ocean of bliss, knowledge and experience. It is said that if one listen to the history of the lives of all 10 Gurus through these texts with complete devotion and faith, they can reach enlightenment. Tune in LIVE on Saturdays & Sundays on Zoom (https://bit.ly/nanakprakash) 6am PST (see the poster on @basicsofsikhi Instagram for other time zones). Listen to the audio recordings of the Katha on our various platforms: https://srinanakprakash.captivate.fm -- Support us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/donate Contact us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/contact-us

Guru Nanak Dev Ji tells Bhai Mardana Ji that that place where Naam isn't present, that place is seen as wilderness - even though it may be filled with people and luxuries. They then enter a town in the middle of nowhere, filled with thieves. Guru Ji teaches the thieves a life lesson and Guru Ji turns Bhai Bala Ji into a 16 year old newly married-looking male covered in luxuries to attract the thieves and made Bhai Mardana Ji the personal Doom (musician). Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and represents one of the most comprehensive and beautifully written accounts of Guru Ji’s life. It is usually associated as a part of the greater text known as Sri Gurpartap Suraj Granth (aka Suraj Prakash) which details the historical accounts of all 10 Guru Sahibs in poetic form. It is an ocean of bliss, knowledge and experience. It is said that if one listen to the history of the lives of all 10 Gurus through these texts with complete devotion and faith, they can reach enlightenment. Tune in LIVE on Saturdays & Sundays on Zoom (https://bit.ly/nanakprakash) 6am PST (see the poster on @basicsofsikhi Instagram for other time zones). Listen to the audio recordings of the Katha on our various platforms: https://srinanakprakash.captivate.fm -- Support us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/donate Contact us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/contact-us

Guru Nanak Dev Ji immediately blesses a merchant with brahmgiaan. Bhai Bala Ji explains the reasoning behind this instant blessing to Guru Angad Dev Ji. Maharaj Ji is always giving Kirpa, but we need to recognize the steps we need to take as well to receive it Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and represents one of the most comprehensive and beautifully written accounts of Guru Ji’s life. It is usually associated as a part of the greater text known as Sri Gurpartap Suraj Granth (aka Suraj Prakash) which details the historical accounts of all 10 Guru Sahibs in poetic form. It is an ocean of bliss, knowledge and experience. It is said that if one listen to the history of the lives of all 10 Gurus through these texts with complete devotion and faith, they can reach enlightenment. Tune in LIVE on Saturdays & Sundays on Zoom (https://bit.ly/nanakprakash) 6am PST (see the poster on @basicsofsikhi Instagram for other time zones). Listen to the audio recordings of the Katha on our various platforms: https://srinanakprakash.captivate.fm -- Support us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/donate Contact us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/contact-us

Bhai Mardana Ji sees some ccholay (chickpeas) and has a desire to eat them. Sometimes what we ask for, Guru Sahib Ji redirects us towards something that's better for us. While sometimes, Guru Sahib Ji puts us in a state of longing for so long, for us to be in the right state to receive. And sometimes we get what we ask for right away! Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and represents one of the most comprehensive and beautifully written accounts of Guru Ji’s life. It is usually associated as a part of the greater text known as Sri Gurpartap Suraj Granth (aka Suraj Prakash) which details the historical accounts of all 10 Guru Sahibs in poetic form. It is an ocean of bliss, knowledge and experience. It is said that if one listen to the history of the lives of all 10 Gurus through these texts with complete devotion and faith, they can reach enlightenment. Tune in LIVE on Saturdays & Sundays on Zoom (https://bit.ly/nanakprakash) 6am PST (see the poster on @basicsofsikhi Instagram for other time zones). Listen to the audio recordings of the Katha on our various platforms: https://srinanakprakash.captivate.fm -- Support us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/donate Contact us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/contact-us

In a city in Kabul, Guru Nanak Dev Ji sees a Maseet (small mosque filled with Turaks). There was a Mullah (lead priest) that began asking Guru Ji who they are and how they can enter the Maseet. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and represents one of the most comprehensive and beautifully written accounts of Guru Ji’s life. It is usually associated as a part of the greater text known as Sri Gurpartap Suraj Granth (aka Suraj Prakash) which details the historical accounts of all 10 Guru Sahibs in poetic form. It is an ocean of bliss, knowledge and experience. It is said that if one listen to the history of the lives of all 10 Gurus through these texts with complete devotion and faith, they can reach enlightenment. Tune in LIVE on Saturdays & Sundays on Zoom (https://bit.ly/nanakprakash) 6am PST (see the poster on @basicsofsikhi Instagram for other time zones). Listen to the audio recordings of the Katha on our various platforms: https://srinanakprakash.captivate.fm -- Support us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/donate Contact us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/contact-us

Vali Kandhaari becomes jealous hearing about Guru Nanak Dev Ji, thinking that he is the greatest and how could there be anyone else? We need to think, who are we jealous of? This jealousy doesn't allow us to look within ourselves. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and represents one of the most comprehensive and beautifully written accounts of Guru Ji’s life. It is usually associated as a part of the greater text known as Sri Gurpartap Suraj Granth (aka Suraj Prakash) which details the historical accounts of all 10 Guru Sahibs in poetic form. It is an ocean of bliss, knowledge and experience. It is said that if one listen to the history of the lives of all 10 Gurus through these texts with complete devotion and faith, they can reach enlightenment. Tune in LIVE on Saturdays & Sundays on Zoom (https://bit.ly/nanakprakash) 6am PST (see the poster on @basicsofsikhi Instagram for other time zones). Listen to the audio recordings of the Katha on our various platforms: https://srinanakprakash.captivate.fm -- Support us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/donate Contact us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/contact-us

Near the river of Sindh, Guru Nanak Dev Ji went to a mountain where there wasn't access to water. There is a fakeer called Vali Kandhaari who is blocking water access, in thirst of gaining power and control over the nearby people - as he was unable to hear anyone else's praise. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and represents one of the most comprehensive and beautifully written accounts of Guru Ji’s life. It is usually associated as a part of the greater text known as Sri Gurpartap Suraj Granth (aka Suraj Prakash) which details the historical accounts of all 10 Guru Sahibs in poetic form. It is an ocean of bliss, knowledge and experience. It is said that if one listen to the history of the lives of all 10 Gurus through these texts with complete devotion and faith, they can reach enlightenment. Tune in LIVE on Saturdays & Sundays on Zoom (https://bit.ly/nanakprakash) 6am PST (see the poster on @basicsofsikhi Instagram for other time zones). Listen to the audio recordings of the Katha on our various platforms: https://srinanakprakash.captivate.fm -- Support us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/donate Contact us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/contact-us

In Kashmir, Guru Nanak Dev Ji teaches a Pandit that we need to work on our inner selves, in addition to maintaining our outer appearance. You have made Maya your Guru - it looks beautiful but when you go close to it then it shows you its actual form and makes you suffer. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and represents one of the most comprehensive and beautifully written accounts of Guru Ji’s life. It is usually associated as a part of the greater text known as Sri Gurpartap Suraj Granth (aka Suraj Prakash) which details the historical accounts of all 10 Guru Sahibs in poetic form. It is an ocean of bliss, knowledge and experience. It is said that if one listen to the history of the lives of all 10 Gurus through these texts with complete devotion and faith, they can reach enlightenment. Tune in LIVE on Saturdays & Sundays on Zoom (https://bit.ly/nanakprakash) 6am PST (see the poster on @basicsofsikhi Instagram for other time zones). Listen to the audio recordings of the Katha on our various platforms: https://srinanakprakash.captivate.fm -- Support us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/donate Contact us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/contact-us

Guru Nanak Dev Ji speaks to a Pandit, telling them that even though they have so much knowledge, the person that claims they know it all actually knows nothing. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and represents one of the most comprehensive and beautifully written accounts of Guru Ji’s life. It is usually associated as a part of the greater text known as Sri Gurpartap Suraj Granth (aka Suraj Prakash) which details the historical accounts of all 10 Guru Sahibs in poetic form. It is an ocean of bliss, knowledge and experience. It is said that if one listen to the history of the lives of all 10 Gurus through these texts with complete devotion and faith, they can reach enlightenment. Tune in LIVE on Saturdays & Sundays on Zoom (https://bit.ly/nanakprakash) 6am PST (see the poster on @basicsofsikhi Instagram for other time zones). Listen to the audio recordings of the Katha on our various platforms: https://srinanakprakash.captivate.fm -- Support us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/donate Contact us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/contact-us

Our ego experiences praise and slander - but Guru Ji shows us that in reality, it is all the same. When we recite Naam, we become above embarrassment. We cannot assume that all saints have ill intentions - to slander a real saint is a sin. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and represents one of the most comprehensive and beautifully written accounts of Guru Ji’s life. It is usually associated as a part of the greater text known as Sri Gurpartap Suraj Granth (aka Suraj Prakash) which details the historical accounts of all 10 Guru Sahibs in poetic form. It is an ocean of bliss, knowledge and experience. It is said that if one listen to the history of the lives of all 10 Gurus through these texts with complete devotion and faith, they can reach enlightenment. Tune in LIVE on Saturdays & Sundays on Zoom (https://bit.ly/nanakprakash) 6am PST (see the poster on @basicsofsikhi Instagram for other time zones). Listen to the audio recordings of the Katha on our various platforms: https://srinanakprakash.captivate.fm -- Support us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/donate Contact us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/contact-us

The concept of pain and pleasure within the world is simply a perception of the mind. Our mind creates these experiences of what feels good and bad, therefore getting consumed in it. But Guru Sahib Ji shows us the reality of our minds and the experiences beyond it. Guru Nanak Dev Ji visits a country without any vegetation and where fire cannot be lit. Guru Ji brings a sheep back to life and teaches the sangat a lesson. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and represents one of the most comprehensive and beautifully written accounts of Guru Ji’s life. It is usually associated as a part of the greater text known as Sri Gurpartap Suraj Granth (aka Suraj Prakash) which details the historical accounts of all 10 Guru Sahibs in poetic form. It is an ocean of bliss, knowledge and experience. It is said that if one listen to the history of the lives of all 10 Gurus through these texts with complete devotion and faith, they can reach enlightenment. Tune in LIVE on Saturdays & Sundays on Zoom (https://bit.ly/nanakprakash) 6am PST (see the poster on @basicsofsikhi Instagram for other time zones). Listen to the audio recordings of the Katha on our various platforms: https://srinanakprakash.captivate.fm -- Support us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/donate Contact us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/contact-us

Guru Nanak Dev Ji explains to the King of Bhutan that the body that he is lustful for is simply bones wrapped in blood and skin. The body has less attractive aspects like snot, ear wax, sweat, bad smells etc. So the sense of uncontrolled lust is simply attaching to an illusion. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and represents one of the most comprehensive and beautifully written accounts of Guru Ji’s life. It is usually associated as a part of the greater text known as Sri Gurpartap Suraj Granth (aka Suraj Prakash) which details the historical accounts of all 10 Guru Sahibs in poetic form. It is an ocean of bliss, knowledge and experience. It is said that if one listen to the history of the lives of all 10 Gurus through these texts with complete devotion and faith, they can reach enlightenment. Tune in LIVE on Saturdays & Sundays on Zoom (https://bit.ly/nanakprakash) 6am PST (see the poster on @basicsofsikhi Instagram for other time zones). Listen to the audio recordings of the Katha on our various platforms: https://srinanakprakash.captivate.fm -- Support us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/donate Contact us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/contact-us

The King of Bhutan falls at Guru Nanak Dev Ji's Charan, asking to be renounced from his love of lust and to focus on Naam. We have limited breaths, they should be spent on Naam, not lost on lust. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and represents one of the most comprehensive and beautifully written accounts of Guru Ji’s life. It is usually associated as a part of the greater text known as Sri Gurpartap Suraj Granth (aka Suraj Prakash) which details the historical accounts of all 10 Guru Sahibs in poetic form. It is an ocean of bliss, knowledge and experience. It is said that if one listen to the history of the lives of all 10 Gurus through these texts with complete devotion and faith, they can reach enlightenment. Tune in LIVE on Saturdays & Sundays on Zoom (https://bit.ly/nanakprakash) 6am PST (see the poster on @basicsofsikhi Instagram for other time zones). Listen to the audio recordings of the Katha on our various platforms: https://srinanakprakash.captivate.fm -- Support us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/donate Contact us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/contact-us

Guru Nanak Dev Ji approaches the king of Bhutan and directly addresses his lust addiction. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and represents one of the most comprehensive and beautifully written accounts of Guru Ji’s life. It is usually associated as a part of the greater text known as Sri Gurpartap Suraj Granth (aka Suraj Prakash) which details the historical accounts of all 10 Guru Sahibs in poetic form. It is an ocean of bliss, knowledge and experience. It is said that if one listen to the history of the lives of all 10 Gurus through these texts with complete devotion and faith, they can reach enlightenment. Tune in LIVE on Saturdays & Sundays on Zoom (https://bit.ly/nanakprakash) 6am PST (see the poster on @basicsofsikhi Instagram for other time zones). Listen to the audio recordings of the Katha on our various platforms: https://srinanakprakash.captivate.fm -- Support us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/donate Contact us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/contact-us

Guru Nanak Dev Ji visits a village where there is a tarkhaan (trade worker) full of love for seva for the saints. Maharaj Ji knows who has sharda (faith) in their heart and loves those that love the beloved saints. Guru Ji teaches a valuable lesson of sharda by destroying the belongings of the tarkhaan Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and represents one of the most comprehensive and beautifully written accounts of Guru Ji’s life. It is usually associated as a part of the greater text known as Sri Gurpartap Suraj Granth (aka Suraj Prakash) which details the historical accounts of all 10 Guru Sahibs in poetic form. It is an ocean of bliss, knowledge and experience. It is said that if one listen to the history of the lives of all 10 Gurus through these texts with complete devotion and faith, they can reach enlightenment. Tune in LIVE on Saturdays & Sundays on Zoom (https://bit.ly/nanakprakash) 6am PST (see the poster on @basicsofsikhi Instagram for other time zones). Listen to the audio recordings of the Katha on our various platforms: https://srinanakprakash.captivate.fm -- Support us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/donate Contact us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/contact-us

Guru Nanak Dev Ji shows us that sometimes we think we are doing well in life and are doing the right thing, but Vaheguru Ji awakens us and re-routes us to the correct path going forwards, through Naam. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and represents one of the most comprehensive and beautifully written accounts of Guru Ji’s life. It is usually associated as a part of the greater text known as Sri Gurpartap Suraj Granth (aka Suraj Prakash) which details the historical accounts of all 10 Guru Sahibs in poetic form. It is an ocean of bliss, knowledge and experience. It is said that if one listen to the history of the lives of all 10 Gurus through these texts with complete devotion and faith, they can reach enlightenment. Tune in LIVE on Saturdays & Sundays on Zoom (https://bit.ly/nanakprakash) 6am PST (see the poster on @basicsofsikhi Instagram for other time zones). Listen to the audio recordings of the Katha on our various platforms: https://srinanakprakash.captivate.fm -- Support us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/donate Contact us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/contact-us

Guru Nanak Dev Ji highlights that Vaheguru already knows the state of our heart even without us saying; therefore, all supplications from a devoted servant of Vaheguru never go in vain. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and represents one of the most comprehensive and beautifully written accounts of Guru Ji’s life. It is usually associated as a part of the greater text known as Sri Gurpartap Suraj Granth (aka Suraj Prakash) which details the historical accounts of all 10 Guru Sahibs in poetic form. It is an ocean of bliss, knowledge and experience. It is said that if one listen to the history of the lives of all 10 Gurus through these texts with complete devotion and faith, they can reach enlightenment. Tune in LIVE on Saturdays & Sundays on Zoom (https://bit.ly/nanakprakash) 6am PST (see the poster on @basicsofsikhi Instagram for other time zones). Listen to the audio recordings of the Katha on our various platforms: https://srinanakprakash.captivate.fm -- Support us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/donate Contact us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/contact-us

Entering the region of Haaroo, a srevara (renunciate) is the main go to for the villagers' worries - telling them that there's no God outside of himself and to just recite his personal name. Guru Nanak Dev Ji teaches the villagers that nothing compares to Naam and that there is a God above all. Sri Nanak Prakash is a detailed historical account of the life of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It was written by Mahakavi (great poet) Bhai Santokh Singh Ji in 1824 (AD), and represents one of the most comprehensive and beautifully written accounts of Guru Ji’s life. It is usually associated as a part of the greater text known as Sri Gurpartap Suraj Granth (aka Suraj Prakash) which details the historical accounts of all 10 Guru Sahibs in poetic form. It is an ocean of bliss, knowledge and experience. It is said that if one listen to the history of the lives of all 10 Gurus through these texts with complete devotion and faith, they can reach enlightenment. Tune in LIVE on Saturdays & Sundays on Zoom (https://bit.ly/nanakprakash) 6am PST (see the poster on @basicsofsikhi Instagram for other time zones). Listen to the audio recordings of the Katha on our various platforms: https://srinanakprakash.captivate.fm -- Support us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/donate Contact us: www.basicsofsikhi.com/contact-us