Guru Nanak Jayanti — महत्त्व
Guru Nanak Jayanti marks the birth of Guru Nanak Dev, the founder of Sikhism. It is celebrated on the full moon of Kartik. Sikhs and many others honour his message of one God, equality, and selfless service.
Guru Nanak Jayanti — महत्त्व
According to the Janamsakhis and Guru Granth Sahib, Guru Nanak was born in 1469 at Talwandi (Nankana Sahib). He preached Ik Onkar (one God), rejected caste, and emphasised naam simran and seva. His travels (udasis) spread his message across India and beyond.
Guru Nanak Jayanti — पूजा विधी
- At dawn, visit the gurudwara and participate in the Prabhat Pheri (early morning procession).
- Listen to kirtan and katha (Guru's life and teachings); partake in langar.
- Offer flowers and recite from Guru Granth Sahib; meditate on Waheguru.
- In the evening, join the Nagar Kirtan (procession) with the Guru Granth Sahib.
Guru Nanak Jayanti — मंत्र
ॐ सत नाम करता पुरखु
oṃ sat nām kartā purakhu
From Japji Sahib (One Creator, True Name)
Guru Nanak Jayanti — पारंपरिक पदार्थ
- ●Langar
- ●Kada prasad
- ●Karah prasad
- ●Vegetarian langar only
Guru Nanak Jayanti — इतर नावे
Punjab
Nagar Kirtan, langar
Pan-India (Sikhs)
Gurudwara visit, seva
Guru Nanak Jayanti — करावे / टाळावे
करावे
- ✓Visit gurudwara
- ✓Partake in langar
- ✓Cover head
- ✓Respect Guru Granth Sahib
टाळावे
- ✗Do not enter gurudwara intoxicated
- ✗Avoid disrespect to the Guru
- ✗Do not waste langar
Guru Nanak Jayanti — FAQ
- Guru Nanak Jayanti काय आहे?
- Guru Nanak Jayanti marks the birth of Guru Nanak Dev, the founder of Sikhism.
- Guru Nanak Jayanti 2026 कधी आहे?
- 2026 मध्ये Guru Nanak Jayanti मंगळवार, २४ नोव्हेंबर, २०२६ रोजी येतो.
- Guru Nanak Jayanti ची पूजा विधी काय आहे?
- At dawn, visit the gurudwara and participate in the Prabhat Pheri (early morning procession).; Listen to kirtan and katha (Guru's life and teachings); partake in langar.; Offer flowers and recite from Guru Granth Sahib; meditate on Waheguru.; In the evening, join the Nagar Kirtan (procession) with the Guru Granth Sahib.
- Guru Nanak Jayanti ला काय खावे?
- Langar, Kada prasad, Karah prasad, Vegetarian langar only
- Guru Nanak Jayanti ला काय करावे?
- Visit gurudwara; Partake in langar; Cover head
- Guru Nanak Jayanti ला काय टाळावे?
- Do not enter gurudwara intoxicated; Avoid disrespect to the Guru; Do not waste langar
- Guru Nanak Jayanti ला कोणत्या देवतेची पूजा होते?
- Guru Nanak Jayanti Waheguru/Nirankar ला समर्पित आहे.
Upcoming Guru Nanak Jayanti Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond
Guru Nanak Jayanti is a sacred Hindu festival observed on the tithi shown. Dates are calculated from the Panchang for your region.
Times shown for New Delhi, India (IST)
| Date | Day | Moonrise Time | Special Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| २४ नोव्हें, २०२६ | मंगळवार | 04:56 pm | — |
| १४ नोव्हें, २०२७ | रविवार | 05:23 pm | — |