Category: Culture & Religion

Guru Nanak Jayanti 2023: Marking the 554th Birth Anniversary of Sikhism’s Founder

Guru Nanak Jayanti 2023 fell on November 27, honoring the 554th birth anniversary of Sikhism’s founder. The day is set by the full moon of Kartik and is marked by prayers, processions, and communal meals. Sikhs worldwide gather at gurdwaras to sing hymns, read the Guru Granth Sahib and serve langar. The festival underscores Guru Nanak’s teachings of equality, honest work and devotion. Celebrations blend traditional rituals with modern community service.