Guru Nanak Jayanti

Guru Nanak Jayanti, also known as Guruparb or Guru Parv, is celebrated to commemorate the birth anniversary of the founder of Sikhism, Shri Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It is one of the most important festivals of the Sikh community and is celebrated with great enthusiasm all over the world including India. Guru Nanak Dev Ji was born in 1469 in Talwandi (now Nankana Sahib in Pakistan). He gave the message of unity, brotherhood, humanity, and following the path of truth to the society.

Importance of Guru Nanak Jayanti

The message of Guru Nanak Dev Ji was not only for Sikhism but for the entire humanity. His thoughts and teachings told the right values ​​of living life and raised voice against superstitions, discrimination, and evil practices. He has three major teachings: Naam Japo : Remembering and meditating on God. Kirat Karo:Do your duty with honesty. Wand Chhako: Sharing and serving others.

Guru Nanak Jayanti Celebrations

The Sikh community organizes special prayer meetings and kirtans to celebrate Guru Nanak Jayanti. Akhand Paath (48 hours of non-stop Gurbani recitation) takes place in gurdwaras. Nagar Kirtans (religious processions) are also organized on this day, in which the Guru Granth Sahib is carried in a palanquin around the city. The Sikh community organizes langar (free food service) on this day and shares food with everyone, which is considered a symbol of service and equality.

Message of Guru Nanak Jayanti

The life and teachings of Guru Nanak Dev Ji give us the message of service, love, and compassion towards humanity. His message is that we are all one, and we should love each other irrespective of caste, religion, and community. The festival of Guru Nanak Jayanti is a source of inspiration not only for the Sikh community but for every religion, which inspires us to follow the path of truth and service.