Guru Nanak Jayanti, also known as Gurpurab, is celebrated to mark the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev, the first guru and the founder of the Sikh religion.
Guru Nanak was born in 1469 in the village of Talwandi, which is now known as Nankana Sahib, in present-day Pakistan. He was a spiritual leader and reformer who taught the importance of equality, compassion, and service to others. He is considered to be the founder of Sikhism, which is a monotheistic religion that emphasizes the importance of a personal relationship with God.
Every year, the Guru Nanak Jayanti is held on the full moon date of Kartik month, also known as Kartik Purnima.
Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the man of the hour, was an extraordinary spiritual thinker. Guru Nanak Dev Ji birth place is called Rai-Bhoi-di Talwandi, which today is in the Sheikhupura District of Pakistan. In fact, there’s a special place known as Nankana Sahib in Pakistan where a Gurdwara was built to honor his birthplace. It’s like a super cool monument where people go to pay their respects.
Guru Nanak Dev Ji had this incredible connection with God through prayers, and his teachings continue to inspire millions of Sikh devotees to this very day. they’re all collected in a holy book called the Guru Granth Sahib. The main message of the Guru Granth Sahib is all about “ik onkar,” which means there’s only one God who’s present in every single creation and holds the key to eternal truth.
As a large number of Sikh communities reside in the capital, the sacred occasion of Gurpurab is celebrated with great fanfare. A day before the birthday, Nagar Kirtan processions headed by the panjpyaras (the five beloved ones) start from the sacred Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib. Amidst the songs and hymns sung in the praise of the guru, people decorate the streets with flowers and Sikh flags.
While the procession usually culminates with the bursting of crackers, Delhi is the only place where laser shows are used for an eco-friendly celebration. On the day of the festival, gurudwaras across Delhi start their rituals from 4:00 am in the morning and beckon thousands of devotees to come and invoke the blessings of Guru Nanak.
Guru Nanak Jayanti 2023 Wishes
1. On this Gurpurab, may the Light of Guru Nanak’s wisdom shine bright in our hearts. Happy Guru Nanak Jayanti 2023!
2. May The Name Of Waheguru Jee Be Enshrined In Your Heart….HAPPY GURPURAB!!!
3. Wishing you a Guru Nanak Jayanti filled with moments of reflection, gratitude, and spiritual growth.
4. May Guru Nanak’s message of equality resonate in your actions and interactions, promoting a society where every individual is valued and respected.
5. On this sacred day, may you experience the blessings of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, leading you towards a path of spiritual fulfillment and inner peace