Archive · 5 Nov 2025
Guru Nanak Jayanti 2025: Date, History, and Significance
Guru Nanak Jayanti is a special day for Sikhs to celebrate the birthday of their first leader, Guru Nanak.
He was born a very long time ago in a place now called Pakistan.
Sikhs believe he started their religion and taught important ideas like everyone being equal.
The celebration lasts for three days and includes reading a holy book for a long time, marching in parades, and singing special songs.
This year, it falls on November 5th, and it's the 556th birthday.
It's a very important holiday for them.
Guru Nanak Jayanti, also known as Guru Parab or Prakash Parab, celebrates the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji.
The festival commemorates the founder and first religious guru of Sikhism.
In 2025, Guru Nanak Jayanti is celebrated on November 5th, marking the 556th birth anniversary.
Celebrations typically span three days and include a 48-hour reading of the Guru Granth Sahib, processions, and hymn recitation.
Guru Nanak was born in Lahore (present-day Nankana Sahib, Pakistan) and preached messages of oneness and equality.
- Who
- Sikh community, celebrating the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji
- What
- Guru Nanak Jayanti, commemorating the birth of the founder of Sikhism.
- When
- November 5, 2025
- Where
- Globally, with origins in Lahore (now Nankana Sahib, Pakistan)
- Why
- To honor the birth and teachings of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the first Sikh Guru.
- Occasion
- Guru Nanak Jayanti (Guru Parab, Prakash Parab)
- Date
- November 5, 2025
- Anniversary Number
- 556th
- Celebration Duration
- 3 days
- Key Activities
- 48-hour Guru Granth Sahib reading, procession, martial arts display, hymn recitation
- Birthplace of Guru Nanak
- Lahore (now Nankana Sahib, Pakistan)
