Guru Ram Das Ji Gurpurab

Guru Ram Das Ji

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Parkash Purab (birth anniversary) of the fourth Sikh Guru, Guru Ram Das Ji (1534–1581), who founded the city of Ramdaspur (now Amritsar), initiated construction of the sacred sarovar (the pool around Harmandir Sahib), and composed the Lavan — the four rounds sung at Sikh wedding ceremonies (Anand Karaj).

Dates 2026–2027

October 27, 2026

Mantra

ਗੁਰੁ ਗੁਰੁ ਗੁਰੁ ਗੁਰੁ ਗੁਰੁ ਗੁਰੁ ਵਾਹਿਗੁਰੂ

Guru Guru Guru Guru Guru Guru Waheguru

Guru Guru Guru — Waheguru, the Wondrous Enlightener who dispels all darkness

How to recite

Recite Anand Sahib (Guru Amar Das Ji's composition of bliss) and reflect on the Lavan — the four rounds of the Anand Karaj (Sikh wedding ceremony) composed by Guru Ram Das Ji. Join the sangat for kirtan and langar.

Benefits

Meditation on the Guru's name purifies the heart, cultivates humility, and fills the home with divine bliss (anand).

✦ Special Note

Sikhism does not prescribe formal fasting on Gurpurab days. Devotees honour Guru Ram Das Ji through simran, seva, attending kirtan and langar, and reflecting on the Anand Karaj and his selfless contribution to Sikh heritage.

Foods Allowed

Langar (community vegetarian meal)Dal and sabziRoti and riceKarah PrasadFresh fruits and dry fruits

Foods to Avoid

Meat and fishEggsAlcoholTobacco

Meal Idea

Langar of dal makhani, sabzi, and roti with Karah Prasad — honouring the Guru who founded Ramdaspur (Amritsar) and composed the sacred Lavan

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