Every year, millions of devotees around the world celebrate Guru Nanak Jayanti, also known as Gurpurab or Guru Nanak Prakash Utsav. One of the most significant and joyous celebrations in Sikhism, it commemorates the birth of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism and the first of the ten Sikh Gurus. Guru Nanak Jayanti is observed annually on the full moon day (Purnima) in the Hindu month of Kartik, typically in late October or early November. This year, this celebration is scheduled for Wednesday, November 5, 2025.
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This year will commemorate Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s 556th birthday. On this day, prayers, songs, and a deep sense of peace and unity fill the air as Gurudwaras across India and the world come to life. The Purnima Tithi is scheduled to start at 10:36 PM on November 4, 2025, and conclude at 6:48 PM on November 5, 2025, according to reports from the Hindustan Times.
Guru Nanak Dev Ji was born at Talwandi, a tiny village in present-day Pakistan that is now called Nankana Sahib, in 1469. From a young age, he advocated for equality, peace, and the importance of serving others. Later, his teachings served as the foundation of Sikhism, a religion based on compassion, truth, and devotion.
How Is Guru Nanak Jayanti Celebrated?
Guru Nanak Jayanti festivities typically begin two days before the main day with an Akhand Path, a 48-hour nonstop reading of the Sikhs’ sacred text, the Guru Granth Sahib. The day before Gurpurab, there is a vibrant and musical procession called Nagarkirtan. During this procession, devotees share lessons from Guru Nanak Dev Ji, play traditional instruments, and chant hymns. The march is led by the Panj Pyare, or the Five Beloved Ones, who hold a special place in Sikh history.
The Langar is certainly one of the most beautiful parts of the day. Everyone, regardless of background or religion, is welcome to indulge in this free communal meal. It stands for equality and sharing, two ideals that Guru Nanak held dear.
Every year, the celebration of Guru Nanak Jayanti serves as a reminder of the values of equality, love, and peace that the world today greatly needs.
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