As the warm light of lamps illuminates homes and gurdwaras, devotees around the world come together to commemorate Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s Prakash Purab—a day that commemorates not only the birth of the first Sikh Guru but also the awakening of humanity to the attributes of equality, compassion, and truth.
Gurpurab, one of the most sacred days on the Sikh calendar, is more than a celebration—it is a reminder. A reminder that, even in times of division, peace begins with understanding and that service to others is service to God. From the early morning Prabhat Pheris, accompanied by the praises of hymns, to the appealing sounds of Kirtans and the kirtan in gurdwaras, everything this day conveys devotion and humility.
The teachings of Guru Nanak Dev Ji—”Ik Onkar” (There is but One God) and “Sarbat da Bhala” (Welfare of All)—resonate in today’s world, where kindness seems to be a scarce currency. Guru Nanak Ji’s teachings reach beyond religion, telling us that the path towards enlightenment is the removal of ritual, righteous living, and selfless love.
Langars (community kitchens) provide a space where everyone sits together, irrespective of their background, and serve as an expression of this equality in true form. This is where humanity is at its purest—sharing, caring, and breaking bread together as one and the same.
This Gurpurab, let’s do more than just light some lamps outside of our houses; let’s also light the lamp of wisdom within. Let’s choose the path of humility, use words that heal, and live every moment as an act of integrity.
As the teachings of Guru Nanak Dev Ji continue to guide us, may they lead us toward peace, oneness, and empathy without restraints.
Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh!
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