Everything Is Free in India When Foreigner Speaks Punjabi

Go to buyraycon.com/xiaomanyc for 15% off your order! Brought to you by Raycon. I recently visited Amritsar, India and I was completely stunned by how much free stuff people gave me. People were also very surprised when I spoke Punjabi, even though my Punjabi is terrible!
Amritsar is also home to the Golden Temple, the holy site of Sikhism, and even though it’s a Sikh temple Sikhs believe that no one religion has a monopoly on absolute truth and people of all religions are welcome to come and pray. Its Langar Hall is also the world’s biggest community kitchen and serves up to 100,000 free meals per day.
By the way, if you guys want to learn Punjabi or Hindi, I learned most of what I know from my friend Amit whom I met in Amritsar, so check out his Italki profile here: www.italki.com/en/teacher/832...
0:00 Intro
0:26 Sponsored by Raycon
1:46 Strangers say hello to me
2:22 Getting free breakfast
3:02 Entering the Golden Temple
3:45 Curious Sikhs introduce themselves
4:36 A friendly encounter
5:29 The world’s largest free community kitchen
7:14 They gave me free chai
8:02 Strangers pay for my meal
9:24 I’ve never had this drink before
10:04 Indian man loves America
10:53 Closing thoughts
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[@xiaomanyc]

Thanks to Raycon for sponsoring the video - go to buyraycon.com/xiaomanyc for 15% off your order! Where in India should I go next time???

[@erenshaw]

new delhi

[@nahiannasrullah2793]

You should visit Kozhikode, the coastal area is as great as it gets at sunset

[@ByronHawk]

Where's the scammers???

[@HotdogSosage]

Raycon makes the worst fucking earbuds lol

[@indiasuperclean6969]

THIS WHY IM SO LUCKY LIVE IN SUPER INDIA 🤗🇮🇳 THE CLEANEST COUNTRY IN THE WORLD , WE NEVER SCAM AND WE GIVE RESPECT TO ALL WOMEN THEY CAN WALK SAFELY ALONE AT NIGHT AND WE HAVE CLEAN FOOD AND TOILET EVERYWHERE 🇮🇳🤗🚽, I KNOW MANY POOR PEOPLE JEALOUS WITH SUPER RICH INDIA 🤗🇮🇳🤗🇮🇳🤗🇮🇳🤗 🇮🇳🤗

[@HarryFromTheNorthSide]

For those of you who don’t know much about Sikhism,the reason why everything is free around the temple is because all of those shops were doing community service for the general public ,as Sikhism is about helping the community and less fortunate,and to treat all as equals.that is also why we all sit on the temple floor to eat together to show that we are all equal and to stay humble 1. The food is donated by the general public 2.food is prepared and served by the general public.((yes you too can go into a temple and do some community service,serving food or cooking to serve food for who ever sits down to eat at the temple)

[@joerunge3915]

I was wondering why no tables but that is a sweet gesture.

[@accidentalgenius8252]

I want to learn about it! Temple looked amazing. Very good

[@HarryFromTheNorthSide]

@@accidentalgenius8252 that specific temple in the video is called the Golden temple harmandar Sabh, in Amritsar,punjab ,india

[@Lonesome__Dove]

Important lesson. Too many ppl get egos and think theyre better than others because they have more money. But money doesnt make you good. Serving god and others does. Atleast its a major part of it.

[@oxlip]

i have a lot of admiration for sikhs

[@NUFCSuraj]

Awesome man. Just a minor note, 'seva' doesn't actually mean free in the sense that 'it's free of charge', it's more that it's an offering and a service in the name of god/helping others, which is naturally a free gesture. All temples offer free food to all, Indian or not, it's a way of serving the community without wanting anything in return.

[@indiasuperclean6969]

THIS WHY IM SO LUCKY LIVE IN SUPER INDIA 🤗🇮🇳 THE CLEANEST COUNTRY IN THE WORLD , WE NEVER SCAM AND WE GIVE RESPECT TO ALL WOMEN THEY CAN WALK SAFELY ALONE AT NIGHT AND WE HAVE CLEAN FOOD AND TOILET EVERYWHERE 🇮🇳🤗🚽, I KNOW MANY POOR PEOPLE JEALOUS WITH SUPER RICH INDIA 🤗🇮🇳🤗🇮🇳🤗🇮🇳🤗 🇮🇳🤗

[@MattTheGunner]

@@indiasuperclean6969 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Yukari_Yakumo]

@@indiasuperclean6969 I agree

[@Xndrew33]

@@indiasuperclean6969haha good one 😂

[@yourdadsotherfamily3530]

@@indiasuperclean6969 I’m so done lol ye we do a little bit of trollin’

[@alk6328]

I will never forget when my mother got lung cancer. Her Sikh friend took me into her family home and raised me for the two years while my mother was battling cancer. I will never forget their kindness and generosity to this day I feel like part of their family.

[@miikaura]

i know you ate so well for those 2 years lol. hope your mum recovered

[@leonidicaprio]

she died aware

[@raaaaaaarr]

Wow. Amazing and special

[@user-rv6cx3rz7t]

​@@leonidicapriowtf

[@leonidicaprio]

@@user-rv6cx3rz7t sup

[@romanhama5377]

The Sikh community exudes an unparalleled sense of friendliness and inclusivity. As a Kurd, even I am deeply humbled by their remarkable hospitality and their unyielding acceptance of individuals from diverse religious backgrounds.

[@DongThePsychopath]

Fr they have got to be the kindest people in the world

[@kmh_32]

2:16 "The foreigner is speaking Punjabi and the Indian is speaking English" I lost it😂😂😂😂

[@liloistheendiahater]

Pour and pour looted

[@dustinweber1945]

I've had the same experience when abroad, people really want to speak english with native speakers if they are also a learner : )

[@possiblyacop2465]

@@dustinweber1945 makes sense, they're just as excited to show off their hard work in learning English as he is his Punjab

[@YHuss]

😂

[@medicatednepal6535]

similar thing happened to me a foreigner said namaste to me i responded with a hello lol i felt so awkward and embarrassed 🤣🤣🤣

[@IndySidhu88]

The Sikh community in Punjab is one of the most charitable, nice to see so many of my fellow Sikh folk being as considerate to anyone as much as a visitor. My people make me proud.

[@scintillam_dei]

Indians are tall. Especially Porus. Greeks are short. Especially Alexander.

[@IndySidhu88]

@@scintillam_dei The hell you on about?

[@scintillam_dei]

@@IndySidhu88 The heaven am I in about is obvious.

[@banna1150]

You should be proud brother. Great people

[@loganbaileysfunwithtrains606]

Here in the US I’ve met several Sikh they are very professional and serious in their jobs they do but are friendly. I’ve heard from friends in the military that the Sikhs who’ve joined are the same. Very professional great people

[@MomentsWithZ]

This is so beautiful. I am in love with this culture. "God is Truth" "There is no need for money here" *All eating on the floor to show equality *Flowing with acts of kindness Thank you for sharing this culture with us.

[@sashaversteeg3406]

Oh I know right this made me want to visit so bad!!!

[@dvdmoreno2010]

We need this in the states

[@rdp_mizo]

W state fr

[@kbdeep556]

That's the good thing about sikhism, destroyed the hindu caste system. My ancestors who were born into lower caste had only 2 options to escape, sikhism or christianity. North Indians converted to sikh and south converted to Christian. Both living peacefully amidst hate crimes done against them by Hindu extremists.

[@rdp_mizo]

@@kbdeep556 W

[@zobius9191]

I remember I was taking a flight as a child soon after 9/11 to NYC. A Sikh was sitting across from me, and as an 8 year old all I could think of was "Terrorist". I stared at him for a long time, in fear. About 30 minutes into the flight he noticed me and smiled, he had a chocolate bar he had brought along and shared a peace with me. Then in perfect American English said "God bless you my friend, I get nervous on planes too." It was a very eye opening experience. God bless India and the Sikh's of the world. Truly one of the kindest groups of people I've ever met, no matter where I meet them I am always greeted well and respectfully, something i think us Americans could learn from.

[@staybased9320]

osoma bin laden was a punjabi yeee

[@sukhbirsinghgidda7948]

@@staybased9320he is Muslim from Saudi Arabia

[@staybased9320]

@@sukhbirsinghgidda7948 he's wearing a turban

[@sukhbirsinghgidda7948]

⁠​⁠@@staybased9320Arabs and Persian also wear turbans but they are not sikhs

[@CyberGlock1]

It’s so wholesome to hear how you went from a negative perspective of them to a positive one. Sikhs are wonderful people and their culture is so fascinating. Nothing but Love for them 😊

[@armaansandhu7518]

Being a Sikh, reading all these kind comments makes me so proud. Thanks Xiaoma for showcasing it to the whole world. Hope you enjoyed your visit to India.🙏

[@JunkBondTrader]

Ah I love Punjabi people. I live in BC Canada, which has the highest foreign Punjab population in the world. I think there's about 1 million in Canada, which is like, a 35th of our population. Great conversationalists, you can strike up meaningful convos with Punjabi people so easily. And the women are 👌

[@subaruthug]

@Armaan Sandhu good life to you my friend

[@armaansandhu7518]

@@JunkBondTrader yeah. As we say in India. Pujab is an export factory for Canada😂

[@haakonchristensen2880]

You have a lot to be proud of... I would love to visit... greetings from Oslo, Norway!

[@terrancewood9322]

@@haakonchristensen2880 Wholesome : )

[@13.consignment85]

I’ve met a Punjabi at 2am outside the city when my petrol got over . He stopped and tried everything he could think of to help me . I told him to leave me but he won’t . Since his other methods were not working he searched for a bottle around the area and filled that petrol from his tank and gave it to me . I’ll never forget the kind gesture 🙌🏽

[@kpadalldotablet1009]

Speaking so many languages like you do is a form of total freedom.

[@shawnedwards5369]

Recently, my wife and I were discussing how nice it is that you're sharing all these languages, dialects and culture (and FOOD!!!!!) with those of us whose path in life didn't include being able-bodied enough to travel the way that you do. Thank you so much, brother!

[@narcissefamily992]

Agreed! ♥️

[@janedoee4830]

Yes!!

[@SupremeLeaderKimJong-un]

"The foreigner is speaking Punjabi, and the Indian is speaking English" Had me cracking up, that's too funny. It's a shame when people think about India, they think about scammers. Because then they ignore the fact that wonderful people like the Sikhs exist. Sikhs know how to welcome someone into their society and make one feel at home. It's a beautiful thing when people can understand each other no matter where they are from. The fact the Golden Temple respects all religion is amazing, and I feel like we should all strive to be that way.

[@cypherusuh]

No country is perfect. But yeah, I wonder how deep scammer scene in India is. There have to be connection with government if they can't even crack down multi-story scam call center

[@dannyshacklebolt2461]

It's unfortunate that it's the scam capital of the world but as usual it's a few bad apples giving everyone a bad rap

[@shubhammukherjee165]

Why this name brah? 🥲

[@sahibaat__1990]

@@dannyshacklebolt2461 very true i have worked once in those scam centre

[@danielkenweisu4682]

@@dannyshacklebolt2461 no it’s not, Kolkata is the scam capital of the world way different part of India with way different type of people. I don’t know where you got Amritsar from.

[@marklowe7431]

I've never met a Sikh who wasn't a very nice person. As for Indian food, we all know how insanely great it is.

[@JadenFolster]

Totally different when they become semi truck drivers lol

[@greggrimer354]

Me neither. They are excellent representatives of the Indian nation.

[@phukkelberry2846]

I'm not a religious person, but it brings a smile to my face watching these people react with love and kindness in the name of God.

[@peterstedman6140]

Me too. It especially contrasts some of the religious folks I encounter more regularly.

[@f0xyLuv]

This is what religion should be all about and why I think it's beautiful, and ultimately a good thing even though I'm not a believer. Unfortunately the church in my country is primarily known for pdophilia, intolerance and hoarding wealth instead of sharing it with others and even the most religious people rarely do anything charitable.

[@antiquefuturistic]

Indian religions especially newer ones like Sikhi are definitely not like any Abrahamic religions which are hardcore bent on exclusivity and trying to claim path to god as a monopoly to either one of them meaning “you will go to hell if you are not an exclusive believer of one specific religion”. Instead Sikhi teaches universal brotherhood

[@am_singh4525]

as a sikh the main concept and the actual word it self "sikh" just means "To Learn" in Punjabi, Hindi, Urdu, Farsi, etc. Who are we too say a whole religion is wrong, were not God... when a sikh sees a person who is devoted to another religion they dont see them being wrong, sikhs just see another human trying to connect with the One true creator we call "God". Sikhi is about Humanity and helping those who are oppressed/voiceless no matter there religion or race. Fighting with other religions is literally pointless and Inhumane, if all major religions are about trying to connect with god and build a relationship with god, why would you be devalue yourself by being hateful and violent towards others......

[@kuhboom22]

@@am_singh4525 I truly wish all religions carried this message. It's unfortunate for the entire human race that they don't. Your message was beautiful. Thank you.

[@obscurazone]

When I lived in London, on my evening strolls along the Thames by the south bank, there were always one or two community Sikh mobile food kitchens, serving the most delicious curries, breads, patties, to anyone who wanted to eat. Not just small gesture snacks, full on meals. It was absolutely wonderful and such a beautiful atmosphere with people of all ages, nationalities, and economic backgrounds sharing food together out of real need - or even if you were just passing and were hungry. I'll never forget it. The Sikh community is so precious.

[@tonimariehurley]

I've visited a Sikh Temple before. I am a Christian. I was made to feel welcome, the people were friendly and I enjoyed the experience.

[@jeevandhillon00]

Us Sikh will always welcome you into our temples no matter your religion, race, sex, status, anything. I'm glad my fellow Sikhi were able to make you feel welcome in our Gurudwara! God bless you 🤍 Come visit again

[@kyled387]

I've never met a Sihk person that I didn't like. Just some of the funniest most chill people ever.

[@cloudridermrbliss7085]

How was the food??😂

[@jeevandhillon00]

@@cloudridermrbliss7085 The food was great! They have plenty of different vegetarian options, like masoor daal, aloo makhani, roti, naan, toor daal, moong daal, chana masala, gobi, lassi, kata, prashad, chai, and a bunch others.

[@cs21uncc]

These people are more Christ like..than Christians.

[@DS-nk7vd]

Everything is free at the Sikh Temple whether you speak Punjabi or not.

[@sajuente8235]

Exept dot on your forhead for 500 rupees :D

[@tranjimmy]

Sikhs have huge golden HEARTS, spreading love! Huge respect

[@dillpickleboy1128]

@@TheDogGoesWoof69 Nobody asked lil bro

[@snappiepappie9899]

he said that in the video

[@indiasuperclean6969]

THIS WHY IM SO LUCKY LIVE IN SUPER INDIA 🤗🇮🇳 THE CLEANEST COUNTRY IN THE WORLD , WE NEVER SCAM AND WE GIVE RESPECT TO ALL WOMEN THEY CAN WALK SAFELY ALONE AT NIGHT AND WE HAVE CLEAN FOOD AND TOILET EVERYWHERE 🇮🇳🤗🚽, I KNOW MANY POOR PEOPLE JEALOUS WITH SUPER RICH INDIA 🤗🇮🇳🤗🇮🇳🤗🇮🇳🤗 🇮🇳🤗

[@dawnkeyy]

Sikhs have developed just an incredible culture. Huge respect for them.

[@miles2237]

When I learned about Sikhism in high school, it immediately stuck out to me as being a religion of kindness and doing good things purely because it is the right thing to do.

[@calistolevana20]

My mother used to rent a room in our home to a man and he was Sik. He was the most nicest, generous, respectful human being I had ever met. He introduced me at such a young age to his amazing food and spices and he would often talk about his daughter and grandchild who lived in Ohio.

[@Ggfddfhh]

Sounds great🙏

[@HulteGHG]

If u would post this to TikTok some kids would say only in Ohio ngl But that sounds really nice :)

[@Rafaahh]

@@HulteGHG 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@actualatom]

Sikh not sik 💀💀

[@JohnFartblast]

Only in ohio bruh 💀

[@markwiener1091]

The first video I saw was for mostly Mandarin. Now this one Punjabi. The more I watch, the more I am convinced that language differences put up an unfortunate barrier to proof most people are really good hearted. Thank you for these videos which surely promote world peace and understanding without resorting to politics or religion or preaching. They shine good light!

[@scintillam_dei]

They're not good people just 'cause they smile at a stranger afraid to bring up any controversial topics like Khalistan. They smile because he doesnt' rock the boat by speaking the truth. He tells them only what they want to hear. If he were to speak truth, the Dr. Jekylls would turn to Mr. Hydes. The same goes for any other country or region. Superficially nice, but that's just a facade. Most people in the world are selfish and therefore evil. Do the Punjabis lock their doors at night? This will tell us if they trust each other.

[@ThinkingArmor]

Yes!!! I traveled to 37 different countries for work. People in general want the same few things: healthy happy life with family and friends, love and community. Yes!!!!

[@WhirlingSteel]

The world isn't really that much different. Food, music and people are what unites us as humans.

[@NathanHenriquefa]

It’s a barrier, yeah. But at the same time, once he shows he speaks other ppls languaged, it’s so powerful! People from countries that aren’t the US or France are deeply affected, they get really happy. It shows not only respect, but consideration with the culture. It’s quite amazing.

[@davidetondini94]

Man, i don't know why but your videos are opening my mind...From the rain forest, to the masai tribe and indians. When people smile at you although being so different, i fell like there is a connection between all of us

[@andrewslonkosky1484]

If India ever needs my help in any way, I'm helping. Possibly the most humanist culture I've seen. Thank you for this video man.

[@abhijeetpatil7939]

As a Indian and Hindu I respect all of those Sikh brothers. You are making our country proud by your kind gesture. I always admire your work.❤️🫡

[@captainmcduckyYT]

As a Hindu, we don't record and brag about our seva to the gods and the people.

[@yuu22061]

@@captainmcduckyYT You give Hindu people a bad name by acting like that. I hope one day you realise that we shouldn't be dividing communities because of what we hear in the temple.

[@Jordan_offline_]

​​​@@captainmcduckyYT yup, you're definitely one of those, I believe you run around getting offended when someone criticizes the castism in your religion instead of actually fixing it, and you label those who rise to fix it as anti nationals..

[@godlygamer911]

Nobody will miss you after you end it all@@captainmcduckyYT

[@binary]

@@captainmcduckyYT Hinduism is a LARP. it's logically impossible to have multiple Gods.

[@IAmTheOnlyMrDaryl]

Big respect for the Sikh community in India and in the UK

[@hankgreenfingers3371]

I was invited to a gurdwara by a good Sikh friend of mine and I was astonished by how kind and welcoming they were. I have the utmost respect for them plus the food was amazing!

[@brodyhall]

And Australia. The Sikh community always comes through when there's a natural disaster like the bushfires.

[@Magpy93]

they are legit the nicest people you will ever meet anywhere in the world

[@lisbeth2223]

@@GeekyC100% agree, outside charring cross in London you often see Sikh people feeding the homeless or struggling, and I have been welcomed in Sikh weddings and celebrations as if I were their sister. Beautiful selfless people!

[@carlosmedlen]

WARNING!!! Hell is real!!! Where will you go when you die??? If the rapture took place today, would you be left behind??? Jesus loves you and He died for your sins. Anyone who rejects Jesus Christ will not see the Kingdom of Heaven. Humble yourself to REPENT and put your faith in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior. Mark 1:15 For the Kingdom of God is at hand, repent and believe in the gospel...

[@gunvardhansharma]

MOST HUMBLE AND MOST BRAVE PEOPLE ARE BORN IN SIKH COMMUNITY.

[@savagerampage69]

I have always admired Sikhs and their kindness and compassion. Thank you for this video!

[@frazer3191]

How humbling. “why’s is this free?” Asks the American tourist. “Because it’s a place of god” replied the local lady. (Golden temple in background) Well that moved me this 🇬🇧 I wish we could all see this community spirit charity and kindness outside the Vatican St. Paul’s or Westminster! What a beautiful religion Sikhism is Great video as always Respect

[@fark69]

The key to note is that it is part of their religious worship to make and give this food to people. Typically people are given shifts to make this food and give it to people. In many mosques during Ramadan it is the same way. Feeding people is a religious duty and the mosque typically has a rotation of guys who make the food and serve it and you don't pay for it

[@locochang6533]

Wrong. Its because he's a white man and they hope that he will cut them a check for being so generous. You think he'd give anyone else around there free stuff? Lmao. Not a chance

[@docducttape9270]

@@fark69 Ah yes, Muslims shown their acceptance when they marched into India.

[@69meplease100]

I love their sentiment, but I don't think that kind of model would work world wide. To many people abuse kindness and become entitled and even greedy when given their basic needs.

[@whitney7552]

@@69meplease100 I don't think anyone could become greedy or entitled from free meals.

[@SomethingEtc10]

love how friendly everyone is, and the camera angles can be so funny sometimes 😂

[@SomethingEtc10]

but i love them also

[@robynandrews4384]

What are your talking about? Its terrible.

[@christo6068]

they are only friendly if u can speak their language

[@Xnergyable]

@@christo6068 arent you the same ? if i start speaking to you in a language u cant understand u will probably not going to have a full chat with me lol

[@ishumehrotra2985]

Yeah but it's not good 🙂

[@superbowlofselfabuse]

Grew up in a small village in the UK. There was a Punjabi family that lived on my street and had their own take out restaurant. They were genuinely the nicest people I've ever met, can't remember a time where I didn't see them smiling big smiles. Damn hard workers as well. I think of them often. Lovely, lovely family.

[@p3l0n78]

Dude, they were so nice. They took good care you.

[@_amber_-ud6xo]

Sikh's are just some of the best people you can meet, so welcoming and peaceful people ❤️

[@debodatta7398]

Same is true in every Hindu/Buddhist/Jain Temple in India as well as every Mosque... Sikhs are very arrogant for pretending to westerners that they are only charitable people in south asia.

[@mccleod6235]

Unless they think that you are up to no good, then they can get a bit feisty. They make saints of their holy warriors after all.

[@Blackskye211]

I worked with one in Walmart and he was the sweetest.

[@charzanboo9940]

@McCleod Injustice invites aggression. There is nothing wrong with fighting for what is right and protecting the helpless.

[@johnbaldock6353]

We have many Sikhs in Birmingham England and not only are they Kind,Gracious,And a Giving people they also Fought Side by Side with us in Two World wars!🇬🇧❤

[@t2p]

Both my grandfathers did ! ❤ 🇬🇧

[@debodatta7398]

Same is true in every Hindu/Buddhist/Jain Temple in India as well as every Mosque... Sikhs are very arrogant for pretending to westerners that they are only charitable people in south asia.

[@imane8736]

Well after all the atrocities u did in India they still helped and brought their clever minds to Uk so..

[@aonghasduncan5969]

@@imane8736 yes im sure john baldock from Birmingham committed MANY atrocities in India 🙄

[@ziplin5412]

​@@imane8736 so what? Genuinely trying to understand what you are trying to imply

[@ShinMadero]

The generosity of these people is something to be admired.

[@kharmaiz]

Watching all your videos I’m absolutely convinced that if everyone could just travel more and immerse themselves in different languages and cultures, there would be so much more respect and love in the world. What absolutely beautiful people you met in this video. As an American, I’ve heard nothing but wonderful things about the Sikh people.

[@evan9536]

There is a huge Sikh population in my hometown. There is no better group of people. They are the most generous and kind I’ve ever met.

[@thesupervideogamenerdmore3171]

I wish the US was like that. Nice and chill. The amount of American toxicity I've seen online is sad.

[@The_Absolute_Dog]

I live in Tauranga, New Zealand, and we have a sizeable Sikh population here too, and I agree. I learned how to greet them in hindi, and boy does it just make them light up. Good feelings all around

[@antiquefuturistic]

@@thesupervideogamenerdmore3171you are an American but you don’t know about US Sikhs? The Yuba city has a considerable Sikh population along with new Jersey, California, New York, Texas, San Jose, San Francisco and others

[@thesupervideogamenerdmore3171]

@@antiquefuturistic I'm sorry, but Sikhs are not a big subject.

[@JMPERager]

The fact that the temple respects and allow people from all religions is so amazing. That is how we get peace in the world. Doesn't matter what religion you have or if you even have one, treat each other with respect and kindness, no matter your gender, race, or beliefs. We can all know peace.

[@maurice2014]

Actually few religions bar people from joining in their places of worship. It's that we think we know a religion by the crazy headline or perception but I say go visit a church, a synagogue, a mosque or a temple. The truth is what IS not what you think it is.

[@lg6134]

Honestly Ari, watching at least one of your videos daily has become part of my morning routine. 1.) To support you 2.) To increase my cultural awareness 3.). To get my daily smile seeing the true kindness in the world that you bring out of the communities you touch.

[@Myjacob99]

Man I got so much respect for Sikhs and Punjabi people

[@GigglemonsterXD]

My boss at work is Sikh and he is such an incredible person. I respect him a lot- he has earned it. The more I learn about Sikhism, and Punjabi culture in general, the more I like both. 😊 I hope someday I can travel to experience it in person.

[@jeevandhillon00]

There's probably a Gurudwara in your area that you can visit! Gurudwara's accept everyone, no matter color, race, sex, religion, anything.

[@debodatta7398]

Same is true in every Hindu/Buddhist/Jain Temple in India as well as every Mosque... Sikhs are very arrogant for pretending to westerners that they are only charitable people in south asia.

[@utarian7]

Girl, please, as a Punjabi I will tell you don't go to Punjab alone.

[@jeevandhillon00]

@@utarian7 yes, I agree. Most of the men in India have a different culture from Indian men in other parts of the world. You'll get harassed (or worse) if you're alone without a man in many parts of India. There are Westernized sections that are pretty safe but still.

[@ar9sin4san85]

You would be well advised to go to Panjab with a Sikh because unfortunately Panjab is not completely full of Sikhs and there could be those of other backgrounds who may have bad intentions for “foreigners”. Someday soon Panjab will be pro-Sikhi no doubt. Waheguru Ji.

[@jacksdad734]

Love Sikhs. Generous warrior people.

[@BorisBidjanSaberi11]

Warriors with a warm heart. Truly strong people

[@jaykaywells]

All these Sikh people he interacts with have such beautiful personalities, everyone seems so warm and inviting. It really is so nice to see.

[@ryank1231998]

This makes me like and appreciate humanity more than most Xiaoma videos.. which is saying a lot.

[@sikhpilot.]

This makes me so dam proud to be Sikh, what a FANTASTIC video this was. The fact that most of the food and drink was free was just awe-inspiring. Wishing you every success Xiaoma🙏

[@krishnak5855]

❤💯 kindest people who actually follow what Gurus taught.

[@ZaPpaul]

This reminds me of a time I was in India in 2009 and after a long night out with some great people I had met there was over, I went to get a cab back to my hotel and was told the cabs had all finished, by a guy who was there by the cab company and he said that he would take me the 5 miles to my hotel on his moped. He was insistent that he took me and refused any payment. That guy will forever be in my memory and I have no idea who he was. Just a random act of kindness that changed how I treated strangers ever since.

[@rishikeshwagh]

2009 was a long time ago. Visit again. I'm sure you'll find a different city altogether this time.

[@MauryExplorer_]

this is the future no virtual reality. people from different countries who know each other and speak without prejudice and problems. Congratulations for your courage and perseverance

[@shailendradeogam6865]

वाहे गुरु जी दी खालसा! वाहे गुरु जी दी फतेह! जो बोले सो निहाल सत श्री अकाल!

[@jonnylemonseeds288]

You are living one of the most incredible and unique human experiences, bridging the language barrier and being so willing to step into different countries and cultures and respectfully explore them. You are truly living a life that most people only dream of! much love!

[@darksuntoggafhd9947]

Im not very religious but hearing and seeing how welcoming Sikhism is to other religions is so nice. Wish more religions were so open to the ideas from other religions around the world.

[@syproful]

These people send chills down my spine. What a great folk they are.

[@thesupervideogamenerdmore3171]

If only the whole world was like this and we didn't have to deal with all sorts of messes.

[@EricSpoeth]

How different Punjab is to southern India. What a wonderful example these Sikhs make. God bless them.

[@dogeeseseegod5450]

I've always visited Punjab when I go to India, can you elaborate on how southern India is different because that's where I want to go next time.

[@RN-qs6jd]

Sikhism's one of the main practice is langar because it's is made in 1500 CE( rule of mughals in india in which many peoples were not getting food proprely) and by seeing that in a sikh temple, you made your conclusion and differentiated north with south. Good and bad peoples are everywhere in this world. If you go with majority, South indian's donate multiple times more then north for good causes like cancer hospitals and orphans which is not even part of anyone's religion. I being a north west indian can say south is most secular and un-racist rigion in India and north west is most racist place with peoples of their own country, ask a bihari or mp poor low wage worker in punjab what punjabi calls them. Food can be earned by working hard.

[@django1200]

@@dogeeseseegod5450 South india is not that bad, but north and middle side of india is not that good in my openion. State kerala and tamilnadu is so good

[@debodatta7398]

Same is true in every Hindu/Buddhist/Jain Temple in India as well as every Mosque... Sikhs are very arrogant for pretending to westerners that they are only charitable people in south asia.

[@cardboardcoder9328]

@@dogeeseseegod5450 Nothern India, or specifically the state of Punjab where this video is recorded, has a Sikh population majority. The infrastructure and most of the food is very similar, but the culture, religion, language and how the people look is very distinct from the rest of India.

[@jaymac7349]

Blessing, man. Blessings! 🙏🏾❤️

I knew it had to be Sikhs. Some of the most pleasant, charitable and happy people. Very devout and its truly awe-inspiring. 🙏🏼

[@Pakicetus_]

Sikhs are so based, I like them.

[@robbieodowd3373]

Every person he interacted with was such a nice mannered person, what a great place and people, respect to the Sikh people there , you did yourselves proud

[@Aboukay80]

Thanks for sharing Ari.. what an incredible experience! and such kind and genuinely good hearted people.. was smiling throughout the video

[@jaysharp789]

I love places like this because you can really feel God's presence everywhere

[@efraim8752]

How generous Punjabi people are. I loved their hospitality indeed. India has always been in my bucket list, hope to visit there soon. Lovely greetings from a Kurdish boy from Turkey/Turkiye💚🌷💚

[@jamalletrell167]

Kanada’danım ama Türkiye çok seviyorum :)

[@efraim8752]

@@jamalletrell167 Teşekkür ederim / Spas / Merci / thank ya

[@debodatta7398]

Same is true in every Hindu/Buddhist/Jain Temple in India as well as every Mosque... Sikhs are very arrogant for pretending to westerners that they are only charitable people in south asia.

[@adityamanjunath5030]

Always welcome 🙌🙌

[@efraim8752]

Thanks dude🙏🏼🍃

[@raa5967]

I'm from Pakistani Punjab but would love to visit Indian Punjab one day. The language and culture is the same but our religious differences sometimes can cause issues. I hope one day we can all live together in peace

[@whipasnaper]

@@haloeng00yeah they be kissing they cousins fr fr

[@yusufraheem7586]

India 🇮🇳 and Pakistan 🇵🇰 were all just India until 1947. Muslims got Pakistan 🇵🇰 and the pagans got India

[@yusufraheem7586]

أشهد أن لا إله إلا الله وأشهد أن محمدا رسول الله

[@u.s.m.c.fewproudthemarines2987]

@@yusufraheem7586 HUH JESUS SAVES

[@turbz1626]

@@HK00088 Prophet Mohammad married his own cousin no?

[@ricanboy_787pr5]

"The foreigner is speaking Punjabi and the Indian is speaking English" I love when he said that 🤣

[@martinraxyz]

Love this!!! 😃😊

[@devangkhatri4772]

Well for those who've not understood why it's free, it's simple. We are all equals in front of Guru. Guruji doesn't care if you believe in him or not. If you are in front of Guruji, he takes care of you. Those volunteers , the free food, the services all are just a way of Guruji taking care of you. Waheguru . I remember working in that same kitchen where he ate. Damn man nostalgia

[@regarrzo]

Guruji 🙏

[@jimbaker5110]

Good for you. You did a good service.

[@dairyweasel]

beautiful

[@tomardans4258]

Sat Nam

[@somniatic]

This is really neat. It’s nice to see the good sides of religion, and to hear of one that doesn’t seem bothered by which is better or more correct

[@lilrhys100]

Sikhs are the most kindhearted people I swear! 🙏

[@61head]

I love the down to the earth and people type of tours you take. It is almost as good as the use of the various languages. You are a treasure, young man!

[@daveedson32]

This was so beautiful and comforting. A much needed change from the chaos around the world.

[@hottakebabe3842]

What a lovely faith. Everyone is welcome, everyone eats.

[@fark69]

If you go to any religious place and say you are curious, I feel they will welcome you and feed you, no? I mean, no one pays for food at masjid or gurdwara or temple...

[@MrXmoda]

@@fark69 of course. Just believe what they do and don’t go against it. It’s impossible to just be kind, nice and welcoming to others without religion.

[@lxXlWhatEvslXxl]

I visited the Sikh temple around 8 years ago. I must've been 13 or 14 years old. My experience was exactly like yours. Life is all about perspective. I had the best food of my life and was absolutely humbled by how people live and the kindness and faith around me.

[@ladyfarrier5949]

That was an amazing experience to enjoy through your visit. What a blessing the people and culture shows to be. Very gracious and giving. That's lovely!

[@AngieCee1]

I love your videos. It's so overwhelming to see how nice people are in other countries, just the different customs. Omg I would love to eat genuine Indian street food!

[@magichobo]

Thanks xioma for opening my eyes, the country of india is largely judged in America negatively due to the scam centers and KZbin channels that popularize and expose them, it’s really important that you showed this rich beautiful cultural side of India, thank you! It looks absolutely beautiful

[@holliswilliams8426]

I have seen those channels and I don't judge the entire country based on a handful of criminals lol

[@theodore5223]

If it makes you feel any better, I am not at all aware of that stereotype of India

[@magichobo]

@@holliswilliams8426 neither do I but it is nice to have a positive representation of the community too.

[@yaabaa]

It's a great reminder of how awesome and giving Sikhs and Indian people are in general. It doesn't seem to matter what country they are in, they will be feeding anyone and everyone, and helping in times of crisis. Beautiful stuff ❤️

[@HarryFromTheNorthSide]

❤️

[@joshlewis575]

Tell that to the millions of elderly people around the world they're scamming every day. Those guys always sound so giving when they're scaring somebody's grandma

[@RN-qs6jd]

@@mayjailersirens When you talk about genocide you must talk about bhindrawala a sikh terrorist too who's photo you can see in almost every gurudwara. And its not only sikhs who fought with mughals, at the time sikhism was born mughals were all over india and sikh fought only in north west (punjab and jammu region) and those who made sikhism were also hindus(main reason of their conversion was khalsa fouj). And tell me one act of indian govt. which makes you feel persecuted? Stop this hatred bro i have sikh friend who even love bhindrawala (who was against hindus) but i don't even care about what they believe, i just care about friendship. And sikhism is a good religion i respect it, but it doesn't mean i start believing that every sikh is a good person.

[@debodatta7398]

Same is true in every Hindu/Buddhist/Jain Temple in India as well as every Mosque... Sikhs are very arrogant for pretending to westerners that they are only charitable people in south asia.

[@sran1852]

@@mayjailersirens true bro true

[@wyattb.8673]

That makes me want to go to India. Not for anything free, but for the people. Their attitudes and kindness to foreigners is amazing.

[@overlord1995]

I mean it would hardly make sense to come for free food if your ticket to India is more expensive than just buying food wherever you live.

[@WTFSMCF]

Bro, you’re awesome! That’d be so rad to be able to learn languages like that & travel. Good stuff brother 🤙🏼

[@oliverbleuyoutube]

this 360 cam filming style is unintentionally comedic. there’s parts where i have no clue where you’re looking & your arms are like mr. fantastic. love it so much.

[@Sisimanu0001]

fr lol

[@Git_Harry]

You must be the only one I feel like im getting a seizure.

[@oliverbleuyoutube]

@@Git_Harry oh it’s definitely wild but it’s crackin me up big time

[@JustJillin61]

Hate it!

[@hollyshope5814]

I didn't care for it. It distorted the view and made you look like you were walking sideways with your neck bent. Sorry, Xiaoma.

[@maxim-mum-power4492]

I visited Amritsar back in 2009 with my family. Makes me feel proud to be Sikh. Warriors of India 🙌🏽 ☬ ☬ ☬ ☬

[@jaygee3805]

It’s very pleasant to see how appreciative they are that you learned their language. I’m not sure of their customs based off religious beliefs, but their kindness to offer free food is amazing to see. Blessing to them 🙏🏼

[@iseest4irs]

This is such a beautiful video. I love how even people with little still give you food for free out of the sheer kindness they have. Love seeing things like this. Gives me hope that the world really isnt such a bad place after all.

[@_gungrave_6802]

That community kitchen is just jaw dropping. You really need to go watch some behind the scenes stuff about it. The amount of work going into that to prepare the absolutely astonishing amount of food is something you need to see to believe. It quite literally puts any kitchen on this planet to shame. Still one of the most impressive things I've ever seen.

[@jeevandhillon00]

Anyone can go volunteer there! I used to volunteer washing dishes at Gurudwaras as a kid. Volunteering selflessly is called Seva in Sikhism, and is part of the religion. If you want to help, they would absolutely accept your help; you probably have a Gurudwara in your city. (You'd probably be put on dishes or sweeping or serving food if you don't know how to make the food though yet lol)

[@eat_pray_porg8450]

I'd never heard of it until this video. Very impressive, indeed!

[@eat_pray_porg8450]

@@jeevandhillon00 - That sounds like you had a good volunteering experience! Thanks for sharing.

[@debodatta7398]

Same is true in every Hindu/Buddhist/Jain Temple in India as well as every Mosque... Sikhs are very arrogant for pretending to westerners that they are only charitable people in south asia.

[@smurf531]

I love how none invasive you are with your type of vlogs, feels like I'm right there with you exploring and enjoying the beautiful temple and the amazing people that make the experience a lot more comforting and inviting.

[@himynameissmoothE]

Need a longer vid bro!

[@andyk6453]

I was blessed to of had many Sikh friends growing up because I lived near Yuba City, CA which has the largest Sikh population in the USA. They are by far the nicest and most genuine people you could meet and their food is out of this world.

[@DAVIS__]

i live in chico ca and agree

[@jan-margaret6970]

I can humbly agree ,I am 🇨🇦🪶"grew up with Sikh community lots of great friends" 😊❤☮️

[@InspectorRumpole]

India is such an amazing country. I went backpacking there as a 20-something kid with my girlfriend. From the hustle and bustle of the north, to the chill vibes in the south. Best experience of my life

[@betonymorrison]

Love this video SO MUCH.

[@JustinWilliams-pn9sg]

What a beautiful culture and such hospitality,

[@JamieVatarga]

I really enjoyed this one. I'm Canadian, and the area I'm in has a large population of immigrants from Punjab. I started learning Punjabi and they really show a lot of hospitality, especially when it's apparent you're learning the language.

[@jatttttttsaan]

Punjabi people are also funny they try pull your but in a positive way so just enjoy it and also you can do this same to them but keep a big smile on your face when you'll do it.

[@ishJJx3]

B-Town represent !

[@tarun9542]

@@ishJJx3 Brampton vich munda rrrrraindaaa

[@Erulin68]

As a Belgian we don't get to graduate our equivalent of high school if we're not fluent in our 3 national languages + English. I learnt Spanish and Italian in Film School as to not have to use subtitles but you Sir are nuts. Much respect man... much respect.

[@mikeeforma2281]

Do you really have to be literally fluent?! It’s amazing! 😳🥹

[@mikeeforma2281]

So you can speak 6 languages now, can’t you?

[@Erulin68]

@@mikeeforma2281 7 if you include Klingon... yeah, I'm a big old nerd. 😁

[@mikeeforma2281]

@@Erulin68 I take my hat off to you! Can speak only three + I’m learning Chinese now.

[@Erulin68]

@@mikeeforma2281 Mandarin is something I'd love to learn but alas I don't have the time these days.

[@apryl6788]

You inspire me!

[@Youknowwhy777]

Seeing the people of India, so welcoming and so sweet and giving it warms my heart, I wish all of the world were like this❤

[@maddievalprivateuser2373]

Besides this being cool, you’re so brave. I have anxiety going into a grocery store on weekends lol. So traveling and being around so many strangers with a foreign language is mind blowing to me. Just so inspiring

[@Craigelz]

I'm blessed to live in multi cultural Melbourne Australia - I've only ever received genuine kindness from every Punjabi person I've ever met. There really cool people! Now i see where they get it from - thank you Xiamanyc

[@harinderrai1142]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@pamelarusch8637]

I really enjoy watching how much you truly appreciate and engage yourself in the cultures that you visit. There are several places that I've always been curious about but won't have an opportunity to visit. Thank you for allowing me to live vicariously through your time in these places.

[@inducteddragoon]

I drive semi trucks for a living and you'd be surprised at how many Sikh people you see out here driving trucks. I've had conversation with plenty of Sikh people over the years and I can say that they've all been very friendly people. I've taught some of them some english words too when they were struggling cause not all of them can speak English fully yet. I've never understood why some people try saying "If you come to our country speak, our language." Well with that same logic if you ever go on vacation in any other country you best be fluent in their language. Edit: I'm not saying you shouldn't learn English before you come to America. I was just using that an extreme example. If I were to move to another country I would want to learn that language as well. Don't want to be left out. But if I didn't speak it that well once I got there I'm pretty sure the locals would help me learn. You see how happy these people get when he speaks their language? Not saying we should be like that towards other people. Just saying we should try to be more understanding and help them if we can. Just be kind to people. No one's going to respect you if youre just an ass all the time.

[@d4n93r]

Fun fact: The USA dont have an official language

[@MrBlueSleeves]

No offense but vacation and immigration and 2 completely separate things. In the latter case you have a duty to contribute economically and socially to your new nation. Severe language barrier can mean higher unemployment. If they've been hired as truckers and are able to do that, it's great. But we've all landed in shops where people can't even respond to your questions and that can be a frustrating experience. There might not be an official language but English is obviously the de-facto national language and I think it's the least bit immigrants could do to at least try to learn the basics of it.

[@inducteddragoon]

@@MrBlueSleeves Which most of them do. Judging whole groups based off of extremes is not a healthy practice. This was once the land of the free. The land of opportunities. So, no you don't have a duty to contribute shit. This is a free nation. They can come here and be homeless if that's what they want to do. I wouldn't encourage it but you can do what you want. That's the whole point of coming here for most people. Freedom. But then they get here and you tell them "actually you must contribute money to us and socialize" doesn't make much sense now does it? And no I haven't ever "landed in shops" where they can't understand me. Idk what you're on about. Sure they might struggle with a few words but it doesn't stop them from communicating unless there's someone like you there. Getting annoyed and mad with them like an ass.

[@stevewynn8689]

@@inducteddragoon Then you have never been or spent much time in southern Florida my friend, or for that matter the border lands of Texas.

[@inducteddragoon]

@@stevewynn8689 I've been all over Florida multiple times. Go there all the time to haul Tropicana and Flowers. And again. Most people speak the language but not perfectly. Which is fine. Only very few people I've come across that tell me they don't speak English. But most of the time I think they're bullshitting. They just don't want to talk to me lmao they just use it as an easy excuse to ignore me.

[@georgegakere8283]

I am completely blown away by the Sikhs kindness. God Bless them.

[@vagelismihalis7426]

Bless you India,the people are so nice and kind,im speechless Beautiful country and good vibes

[@airgundestruction2405]

I Love the way they treat guests , it’s a blessing for them to treat

[@paulg6142]

Sikh people are some of the nicest strangers I've come across. It almost like the tenent of their religion are "Be a good person".

[@nothinhappened]

Sikhs are the nicest people of faith I've found so far. Their religion is very orientated towards harmony with others and it shows. I love that you are giving them exposure because you'd think the world would know more about them, but they are never talked about really.. probably because they arent ever doing anything bad.

[@KevinUchihaOG]

yeah, it seems like the sikhs really practice what they preach. Jesus taught about humbleness, living without possessions, loving everyone as a sibling, etc, but the majority of christians dont follow that it seems.

[@nothinhappened]

@@KevinUchihaOG non of the mainstream ones seem to. Least not in the west.

[@ar9sin4san85]

Sikhi teaches that the truth is there for anyone to be found. Human beings have to gravitate to Sikhi not the other way around. The truth is only for the ones who want to find it. Our Gurbani teaches that very few souls even reach Sachkhand, where as the majority of souls are still trapped in the cycle of birth and death and captured by the Maya (devil).

[@cadetrenew]

Sikhs are certainly the real deal. Incredibly humble and kind but also fierce warriors and loyal defenders.

[@loganbaileysfunwithtrains606]

@@KevinUchihaOG Jesus also said to not cast stones and to sell your cloak to buy a sword, in other words don’t start a fight, but if you find yourself in one, defend yourself. Plenty of people want to think Christians are feckless and when they retaliate everyone says “oh very christian of you” as if it’s to be an insult. Every religion teaches morals to be a good person and a servant, but also to protect yourself and brothers and sisters of the faith against those that wish to do harm, and that extends to any of the abrahamic faiths.