Guru Granth Sahib Ji Gurgaddi Divas
Guru Granth Sahib Ji (The Eternal Living Guru)
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Gurgaddi Divas marks the day in 1708 when Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the tenth Sikh Guru, declared the Guru Granth Sahib Ji as the eternal, living Guru of all Sikhs — ending the line of human Gurus. The scripture is now revered as the sovereign Guru, and every Gurdwara holds an Akhand Path and grand langar on this day.
Dates 2026–2027
Mantra
ੴ ਸਤਿ ਨਾਮੁ ਕਰਤਾ ਪੁਰਖੁ
Ik Onkar Sat Nam Karta Purakh
One Universal Creator God, Truth is the Name, Creative Being Personified — the Mool Mantar
How to recite
On this day, listen to the full Akhand Path (unbroken reading of Guru Granth Sahib Ji). Bow before the Guru Granth Sahib Ji with full reverence and receive the Hukamnama — the day's divine command.
Benefits
Recognising Guru Granth Sahib Ji as the eternal, living Guru removes the need for any human intermediary. Every word is the Guru's voice — a direct connection to Waheguru.
✦ Special Note
Sikhism does not prescribe formal fasting on this day. It is a day of reverence for the eternal Guru — Guru Granth Sahib Ji. Devotees attend the Akhand Path, bow before the Guru, and serve in the langar with full devotion.
Foods Allowed
Foods to Avoid
Meal Idea
Grand langar — dal, sabzi, roti, and karah prasad shared freely with all — honouring the day the eternal Guru was enthroned
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