Guru Gobind Singh Ji Gurpurab

Guru Gobind Singh Ji

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Parkash Purab (birth anniversary) of the tenth Sikh Guru, Guru Gobind Singh Ji (1666–1708) — poet, philosopher, warrior-saint, and founder of the Khalsa on Baisakhi 1699. Gurdwaras hold 48-hour Akhand Path (continuous reading of Guru Granth Sahib Ji), kirtan, and langar.

Dates 2026–2027

January 15, 2027

Mantra

ਵਾਹਿਗੁਰੂ ਵਾਹਿਗੁਰੂ

Waheguru Waheguru

Waheguru — Wondrous Enlightener, the Primal Being, all-pervading Light

How to recite

Repeat 'Waheguru' with each breath during simran (meditation). Join the sangat at the Gurdwara for kirtan (sacred music) and ardas (prayer).

Benefits

Simran of Waheguru calms the mind, connects the soul to the divine, and cultivates humility, compassion, and gratitude.

✦ Special Note

Sikhism does not prescribe formal fasting. On Gurpurab days, devotees focus on simran (meditation), seva (selfless service), and sharing in the langar. Eating simple vegetarian food and distributing prasad is the spirit of this day.

Foods Allowed

Langar (community vegetarian meal at the Gurdwara)Karah Prasad — sacred halwa of whole-wheat flour, ghee, and sugarDal (lentil soup)Sabzi (vegetable curry)Roti (wheat flatbread) and riceFresh fruits and dry fruitsMilk, yoghurt, and dairy

Foods to Avoid

Meat and fishEggsAlcoholTobacco and intoxicants

Meal Idea

Karah Prasad (sacred halwa of whole-wheat flour, ghee, and sugar — distributed as Guru's blessing) followed by dal and roti in the langar

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