Gurpurab

• The Meaning of Gurpurab
  

  Gurpurab is a Sikh holiday that celebrates the birth of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism. The word "Gurpurab" is made up of two words: "Guru," which means "teacher" or "enlightened one," and "purab," which means "day." So, Gurpurab literally means "the day of the Guru."
  

• The History of Gurpurab
  

  Guru Nanak Dev Ji was born on April 15, 1469, in the village of Rai Bhoi Ki Talwandi, now known as Nankana Sahib, in present-day Pakistan. He was born into a Hindu family, but he rejected the caste system and other Hindu beliefs. He instead taught that there is only one God, and that all people are equal.
  

  Guru Nanak Dev Ji traveled throughout India and Afghanistan, teaching his message of love, compassion, and equality. He founded the Sikh religion in 1522. Sikhs believe that Guru Nanak Dev Ji was the first of ten Gurus, or enlightened teachers, who would guide the Sikh people.
  

• How Gurpurab is Celebrated
  

  Gurpurab is celebrated by Sikhs all over the world. The day is marked by prayers, hymns, and readings from the Sikh holy book, the Guru Granth Sahib. Sikhs also visit gurdwaras, or Sikh temples, to pray and to listen to the teachings of the Gurus.
  

  In addition to religious observances, Gurpurab is also a time for family and friends to come together and celebrate. Sikhs often share food and gifts, and they may also participate in traditional dances and songs.
  

• The Significance of Gurpurab
  

  Gurpurab is a significant holiday for Sikhs because it is a reminder of the birth of Guru Nanak Dev Ji and his teachings. It is a time to reflect on the Sikh faith and to recommit to living a life of love, compassion, and equality.