Guru Nanak Jayanti, commemorating the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the esteemed founder of Sikhism, is an integral event for the global Sikh community. Known as ‘Gurpurab,’ this celebration falls on the full moon day of the Kartik month in the Nanakshahi calendar, corresponding to November 27 in the Gregorian calendar this year.
Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s life and teachings resonate through the ages, serving as a guiding light for followers on a path of spirituality, compassion, and equality. As we approach Guru Nanak Jayanti 2023, let’s delve into the profound wisdom of Guru Nanak Dev Ji through inspirational quotes that encapsulate the essence of his teachings.
10 Inspirational Quotes by Guru Nanak Dev Ji:
- “Speak only that which will bring you honour.”
- “Even Kings and emperors with heaps of wealth and vast dominion cannot compare with an ant filled with the love of God.”
- “Let no man in the world live in delusion. Without a Guru, none can cross over to the other shore.”
- “He who regards all men as equals is religious.”
- “Death would not be called bad, O people, if one knew how to truly die.”
- “Those who have loved are those that have found God.”
- “From its brilliancy, everything is illuminated.”
- “Sing the songs of joy to the Lord, serve the Name of the Lord, and become the servant of His servants.”
- “Whatever kind of seed is sown in a field, prepared in due season, a plant of that same kind, marked with the peculiar qualities of the seed, springs up in it.”
- “Thou have a thousand eyes and yet not one eye; Thou host a thousand forms and yet not one form.”
Guru Nanak Jayanti Celebrations:
On this auspicious occasion, devotees flock to Gurdwaras, engaging in processions known as ‘Nagars Kirtan.’ These vibrant processions involve singing hymns and carrying the Sikh holy book, the Guru Granth Sahib, through the streets. Beyond the festive atmosphere, these events serve as a poignant reminder of Guru Nanak’s teachings and their enduring relevance in today’s modern world.
