Tue Jan 07 07:46:26 UTC 2025: ## Sikhs Worldwide Celebrate 358th Birth Anniversary of Guru Gobind Singh
**PATNA, INDIA – January 6, 2025** – Sikhs around the globe are celebrating Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti, the 358th birth anniversary of the tenth Sikh Guru, Guru Gobind Singh Ji. Observed annually on January 6th (following Gregorian calendar conversion), the day commemorates his birth on January 1, 1666 (Julian calendar) in Patna Sahib, Bihar.
Guru Gobind Singh, who became the Sikh leader at the age of nine after his father’s martyrdom, is revered for his pivotal role in establishing the Khalsa Panth in 1699. This significant event, marked by a powerful initiation ceremony at Anandpur Sahib, created a collective body of initiated Sikhs dedicated to justice and equality.
Guru Gobind Singh’s teachings, emphasizing courage, compassion, and unwavering faith, continue to inspire millions. Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti serves not only as a historical commemoration but also as a time for spiritual reflection on these core values. Celebrations are expected to take place in gurdwaras (Sikh temples) and communities worldwide.
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