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Sikh Devotees Gear Up for Guru Nanak's 556th Birth Anniversary in 2025
4 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Guru Nanak, founder of Sikhism, was born in 1469 in present-day Pakistan
- Guru Nanak Jayanti, a major Sikh festival, falls on November 5, 2025
- Celebrations include early morning processions and hymn singing
In 2025, the Sikh community will celebrate the 556th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism. According to the Vikram Samvat calendar, Guru Nanak was born on Puranmashi of Kattak in 1469 in Rai-Bhoi-di Talwandi, now known as Nankana Sahib in Pakistan.
Guru Nanak Jayanti, also called Gurpurab, is one of the most sacred festivals in Sikhism, commemorating the teachings and legacy of the first Sikh Guru. This year, the festivities will take place on Wednesday, November 5, 2025. The celebrations will commence with Prabhat Pheris, early morning processions that begin at Gurudwaras and proceed through the localities, singing hymns and prayers.
Guru Nanak's message of equality, humility, and selfless service continues to inspire the Sikh community worldwide. His teachings are included in the Guru Granth Sahib, the holy scripture of Sikhism. Sikhs will observe Guru Nanak Jayanti with great devotion, reflecting on the Guru's profound impact and the enduring principles of their faith.
