Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti is one of the most auspicious days in Sikhism. Founder of the Sikh warrior community called Khalsa in 1699, Guru Gobind Singh was the tenth and last Sikh Guru.

Guru Gobind Singh, a spiritual master, philosopher, poet and warrior, also introduced the five Ks—Kanga, Kesh, Kachera, Kara, and Kirpan—the five articles of faith that Kahalsa Sikhs wear at all times. In the assembly of the year 1699, Guru Gobind Singh established Khalsa Vani—Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh. He named all his followers Singh, which means lion.

According to the Nanakshahi calendar, the 355th Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti is being celebrated today, December 29. Here are wishes, quotes, greetings, and images for WhatsApp and Instagram stories to share with your loved ones on the occasion of Gurpurab.

Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 2022: Wishes

• Waheguru Ji ka khalsa, Waheguru ji ki fateh. Happy Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti to you and your family.
• May this holy occasion enlighten your heart and mind with knowledge and sanctity. Happy Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti to you and your family!
• Best wishes on Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti. May all your problems come to an end with the blessings of Guru Gobind Singh Ji.
• May Guru Gobind Singh Ji give you the courage and strength to fight evil and always stand by the side of truth. Wishing you a very happy Gurpurab!
• May his spiritual blessing illuminate your way. Gurupurab Di Vadhaiyaan!

Quotes by Guru Gobind Singh

• Egotism is such a terrible disease, in the love of duality, they do their deeds.
• It is nearly impossible to be here now when you think there is somewhere else to be.
• The greatest comforts and lasting peace are obtained when one eradicates selfishness from within.
• The ignorant person is totally blind. He does not appreciate the value of the jewel.
• In egotism, one is assailed by fear, he passes his life totally troubled by fear.

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Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 2022: Greetings

• Baazan Wale, Kalgidhar Pita, Dhan Dhan Shri Guru Gobind Singh Sahib Ji De Aagman Purab Di Sarbat Nu Lakh Lakh Vadhai Hai Ji!
• Aap Sab Parivar Nu Dhan Dhan Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji De Prakash Utsav Dian Lakh Lakh Vadhaiyaan Hovan Ji.
• May Guru Gobind Singh Ji bless you and your family with joy, peace, and happiness for eternity; may he inspire us to be better human beings. Happy Gurpurab.
• May the light of his spiritual benediction guide you. Gurupurab Di Vadhaiyaan!
• Raj karega khalsa, aakee rehae naa koe, Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh! Gurpurab Di Lakh Lakh Vadhaiyaan!

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Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti is celebrated across the country and the world with great fervour and enthusiasm by the Sikh community. This day holds a special significance for the Sikh community and is considered one of the most celebrated festivals.

Guru Gobind Singh, the last of the ten Sikh Gurus, was born on December 22, 1666, in Bihar’s Patna. As per the Nanakshahi calendar, he was born on the Saptami tithi, Shukla Paksha in the month of Poh.

Born to Guru Tegh Bahadur, the ninth Sikh guru, and Mata Guruji, Guru Gobind Singh became the protector and the leader of the Sikhs after his father was killed by Aurangzeb. He led the Sikh Community at the age of 9.

In 1699, he went to form the Sikh warrior community, Khalsa. He further established the Five Ks, Kangha (a wooden comb), Kesh (uncut hair), Kirpan (a sword), Kacchera (short breeches), Kara (iron or steel bracelet) which are the most important things in Sikhism.

Guru Gobind birth anniversary

On the occasion of Guru Gobind Singh birth anniversary, here are wishes, quotes, and messages to share with friends and families.

Guru Gobind Singh birth anniversary wishes

• May Guru Gobind Singh Ji inspire you to achieve all your goals and may his blessings be with you in whatever you do. Hearty wishes of Gurpurab to you!
• Waheguru Ji ka khalsa, Waheguru ji ki fateh. Happy Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti to you and your family.
• May Guru Gobind Singh Ji be your guiding star through your life and may he shower blessings on you this Gurpurab. Happy Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti
• Happy Gurpurab to all the Sikhs and to everyone who is a well-wisher of the ideals of Sikhism

Guru Gobind Singh birth anniversary quotes

• “If you are strong, torture not the weak, And thus lay not the axe to thy empire.”
• “Those who worship and adore the Lord through the Guru’s Word forget all their pain and suffering.”
• “He who has no faith in himself can never have faith in God.”
• “Blessed, blessed is that Sikh of the Guru, who goes and falls at the Feet of the True Guru. Blessed, blessed is that Sikh of the Guru, who with his mouth, utters the Name of the Lord.”
• “The greatest comforts and lasting peace are obtained when one eradicates selfishness from within.”

Guru Gobind Singh birth anniversary messages

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• May Guru Gobind Singh Ji bestow his divine blessings on you and your family, bless you with happiness, peace, and joy for eternity, may the Guru inspire us all to become better human beings, Wish You A Happy Gurpurab!
• On this auspicious occasion of the birthday of Sh. Guru Gobind Singh Ji, I wish you all my heartiest wishes. Happy Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti.
• May Guru Govind Singh Ji gives you, the courage and strength to fight evil, and always stand by the side of truth. Happy Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti!

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December 22 marks the birth anniversary of Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the tenth Sikh guru. In 1699, Guru Gobind Singh founded the Sikh warrior community called Khalsa. He is also known for introducing the Five Ks- Kesh (uncut hair), Kara (a steel bracelet), Kanga (a wooden comb), Kaccha – also spelt, Kachh, Kachera (cotton underwear), Kirpan (steel sword).

Even though he was born on 22nd December, Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti is observed in January by Sikhs across the world.

Why Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti is celebrated on January 20 and not on December 22?

The day is dedicated to the great warrior, poet, philosopher, and spiritual leader. According to the Georgian calendar, Guru Gobind Singh Ji was born on December 22, 1666, but his birth anniversary is based on the lunar calendar. That’s why Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti is celebrated in January. This year marks the 355th birth anniversary of Guru Gobind Singh Ji.

Who was Guru Gobind Singh Ji?

Guru Gobind Singh Ji was the son of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji. When Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji was merely nine years of age, his father, Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji was killed by Aurangzeb for refusing to convert to Islam, becoming the tenth and final human Sikh Guru. Following his father’s death, Guru Gobind Ji emerged as the leader and protection of the Sikhs and continued to struggle against the Mughals’ atrocities against his community. His four sons died during his lifetime – two in battle, two executed by the Mughal army.

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Notable contributions of Guru Gobind Singh Ji in Sikhism

• He is the founder of the Sikh warrior community Khalsa
• He introduced Five Ks, the five articles that Khalsa Sikhs wear at all times.
• He is credited with creating the Dasam Granth, a collection of hymns that are used in Sikh prayers and Khalsa rituals.
• He is also recognised for finalising and enshrining the Guru Granth Sahib as the primary scripture and immortal Guru of Sikhism.

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