Guru Gobind Singh was the tenth Guru of the Sikh religion. The five K’s of Sikhism were introduced by him. They are kangha, kesh, kachera, kara and kirpan. Guru Gobind Singh was born as Gobind Rai at Patna Sahib, also known as Takht Sri Patna Sahib (now in Patna), to Guru Teg Bahadur, the ninth Guru of Sikhism, and Mata Gujri.
According to the Nanakshahi calendar, Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Guru of the Sikhs, was born in 1666 on Saptami Tithi, Shukla Paksha (the waxing moon phase) of the month Poh (Paush). Guru Gobind Singh’s Jayanti, however, occurs every year in December or January according to the Gregorian calendar.
GURU GOBIND SINGH JAYANTI 2022: DATE
This year, Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti will be observed on December 29. This is going to be the 356th birth anniversary of the most celebrated Sikh guru.
Saptami Tithi Begins: 08:44 PM on December 28, 2022
Saptami Tithi Ends: 07:17 PM on December 29, 2022
GURU GOBIND SINGH JAYANTI 2022: SIGNIFICANCE
Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti is celebrated all over India, predominantly within the Sikh community. This day plays a significant role in the lives of the Sikhs, which is celebrated with great fervor and enthusiasm and is considered one of the most auspicious festivals.
GURU GOBIND SINGH JAYANTI 2022: CELEBRATION
On this day, people go to a Gurudwara, where special prayer meetings are organised for the day.
Often there are talks about history — Guru Gobind Singh’s life, teachings, and impact. Apart from this, special dishes are prepared to be enjoyed for this day. However, in some places, a large procession takes place to spread the cheer. Some of these processions are organised by Gurudwaras. Many families honor the day at home by holding kirtans, and many do Seva – an important part of the Sikh religion. Usually, they prepare food and distribute it amongst the needy.
INSPIRING QUOTES BY GURU GOBIND SINGH:
- “The greatest comforts and lasting peace are obtained when one eradicates selfishness from within.” -Guru Gobind Singh
- “The ignorant person is totally blind. He does not appreciate the value of the jewel.” -Guru Gobind Singh
- “It is nearly impossible to be here now when you think there is somewhere else to be.” -Guru Gobind Singh
- “In egotism, one is assailed by fear, he passes his life totally troubled by fear.” -Guru Gobind Singh
- “Egotism is such a terrible disease, in the love of duality, they do their deeds.” -Guru Gobind Singh
