Mon Jan 06 02:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti Celebrated on January 6th
**Chandigarh, India** – Sikhs worldwide celebrated Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti, the birth anniversary of the tenth Sikh Guru, on January 6th. The day, known as Prakash Parv, commemorates the birth of Guru Gobind Singh, son of Guru Teg Bahadur and Mata Gujri, who founded the Khalsa Panth in 1699.
Guru Gobind Singh is revered for his courage, leadership, and completion of the Guru Granth Sahib. His teachings, emphasizing selfless service, honesty, and the eradication of ego, continue to inspire Sikhs today. Key tenets from his teachings include the importance of present moment awareness, serving the needy, and the interconnectedness of all life. He stressed the importance of good deeds, charity (giving a tenth of one’s earnings), and avoiding gossip and jealousy.
Devotees marked the occasion with prayers, processions, and community gatherings, honoring the legacy of a Guru who continues to profoundly impact Sikh identity and spiritual practice.
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