Guru Nanak Jayanti
November
What is Guru Nanak Jayanti?
It honours Guru Nanak Dev Ji and his teachings of one God, equality, honest living and selfless service.
Key Facts
- When
- November
- Traditional foods
- Kada Prasad, Langar dal, Roti
The Story
Guru Nanak Jayanti, also called Gurpurab, celebrates the birth of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism and the first of the ten Sikh Gurus. Gurudwaras glow with lights, and devotees hold processions, kirtan and langar in his honour.
Why We Celebrate
It honours Guru Nanak Dev Ji and his teachings of one God, equality, honest living and selfless service.
Puja Vidhi
- 1Hold Akhand Path — a 48-hour continuous reading of the Guru Granth Sahib
- 2Join the Nagar Kirtan procession
- 3Sing shabad kirtan in the Gurudwara
- 4Serve and partake in langar (community meal)
Bhajans
Ik Onkar, Satnam Waheguru, Mool Mantar
Festive Food
Kada Prasad, Langar dal, Roti, Kheer
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Guru Nanak Dev Ji?
The founder of Sikhism and the first Sikh Guru, who preached one God, equality and honest living.
What is Gurpurab?
Gurpurab is the term for the celebration of a Sikh Guru's birth anniversary, like Guru Nanak Jayanti.
Reviewed by the Bhakti by Agentic Vani editorial team
Last updated June 29, 2026. Content is presented for devotional and educational purposes, with traditional beliefs framed as such. Sources: Puranas and traditional Hindu festival accounts.