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Guru Nanak Jayanti is the most important festival of Sikh Community. It is celebrated annually on the full moon day of the month of Kartik. This day is also known as Guru Nanak Prakash Parv. The day is celebrated with great fervour as Guru Nanak Dev Ji, is the founder of Sikhism and is the first of the ten Sikh Gurus. Grand ceremonies are held at Gurudwaras to celebrate the day. He dedicated his life to spreading the light of knowledge and wisdom in society. The day is marked with devotional songs and hymns throughout. Let us delve into when Guru Nanak Jayanti will be celebrated this year and its significance.
When Is Guru Nanak Jayanti?
This Guru Nanak Jayanti will be celebrated on November 15. The year also marks the 555th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji.
When Was Guru Nanak Dev Ji Born?
Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the first Guru of the Sikh community, was born in 1469 on the full moon day of Kartik. His birth name was Nanak, and after he became a spiritual leader, he was known as Guru Nanak.
How Is Guru Nanak Jayanti Celebrated?
The celebrations of Guru Nanak Jayanti typically last for three days and are also referred to as Prakash Parv. One of the most important parts of the celebrations of Guru Nanak Jayanti is the Akhand Path.
Why Is Guru Nanak Jayanti Called Prakash Parv?
Guru Nanak Jayanti is also known as Prakash Parv, or the "Festival of Light." Guru Nanak Dev Ji is celebrated for spreading the message of "Ik Onkar" (God is One). He believed in the unity of mankind and advocated for following the path of knowledge and wisdom. The day is called Prakash Parv because Guru Nanak Dev Ji symbolized the light of knowledge and imparted teachings that illuminated the path for humanity, encouraging people to walk in unity and wisdom.
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