ਵਾਹਿਗੁਰੂ ਜੀ ਕਾ ਖ਼ਾਲਸਾ ॥ ਵਾਹਿਗੁਰੂ ਜੀ ਕੀ ਫ਼ਤਹਿ ॥
Celebrating Gurpurab · Avtar Purab of
Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji
Sri Akhand Path Sahib Ji
ਪ੍ਰਕਾਸ਼ ਪੁਰਬ ਸ੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਨਾਨਕ ਦੇਵ ਜੀ
A continuous reading of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, from beginning to end, over about 48 hours. Please attend with all your family and receive blessings from the One Waheguru.
Book your seva
Take part in the Akhand Path for the Gurpurab of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji
From Friday 11 December at 10am until the Bhog on Sunday 13 December at 10am, Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji will be read without a break. Families from across Nottingham are booking seva to give thanks, remember loved ones and celebrate the Gurpurab of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji together.
- An Ardas in your family's name, offered in the presence of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji.
- Guru Ka Langar for the whole sangat, served in your family's name.
- Do seva with your family in the langar hall or wherever help is needed.
- 100% goes to the Gurdwara: the langar, the darbar and the daily services that keep our doors open.
Prefer to book by phone?
Call either of our sevadars and they will book your family's seva for you.
The programme
Three days at Miri Piri House
The Akhand Path begins at 10am. Come and be there as the reading of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji starts.
The reading continues day and night, without a break. Drop in at any time and sit and listen, even for a few minutes.
The Akhand Path completes with the Bhog at 10am, followed by Ardas. Guru Ka Langar is served to everyone.
ੴ ਸਤਿ ਨਾਮੁ ਕਰਤਾ ਪੁਰਖੁ ਨਿਰਭਉ ਨਿਰਵੈਰੁ ਅਕਾਲ ਮੂਰਤਿ ਅਜੂਨੀ ਸੈਭੰ ਗੁਰ ਪ੍ਰਸਾਦਿ ॥
One Universal Creator. Truth is His Name. The Creator, without fear, without hate, timeless in form, beyond birth, self-existent. Known by the Guru's grace.
MOOL MANTAR · SRI GURU NANAK DEV JI · ANG 1
1469 – 1539
The light of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji
Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhi and the first of the ten Sikh Gurus, was born in 1469 in Rai Bhoi di Talwandi, now Nankana Sahib, to Mata Tripta Ji and Mehta Kalu Ji. Here are six stories from his life to share with your children.
Sacha Sauda
Guru Ji's father gave him 20 rupees to do business. Guru Ji spent it all on food for hungry holy men and called it "Sacha Sauda", the true bargain.
Tera, Tera
Weighing grain as the town storekeeper, Guru Ji reached thirteen, "tera", which also means "Yours", and kept going: "Tera, tera… all is Yours."
Three days in the river
Guru Ji went into the river to bathe and was not seen for three days. Guru Ji returned saying "Na ko Hindu, na Musalman": we are all one.
Bhai Lalo's roti
Guru Ji chose the dry roti of Bhai Lalo, a poor carpenter, over rich Malik Bhago's feast. Squeezed, Lalo's bread gave milk and Bhago's gave blood.
Where God is not
When scolded for resting with his feet towards the Kaaba, Guru Ji gently replied: "Turn my feet to where God is not." God is everywhere.
A life of seva
In his later years Guru Ji settled at Kartarpur, farming the land and serving langar to all, where everyone sat together as equals.
With his companion Bhai Mardana playing the rabab, Guru Ji travelled on foot for over 20 years on four great journeys, the Udasis, across Asia and the Middle East, sharing the message of the One.
What is an Akhand Path?
A complete, unbroken reading of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, from the first Ang to the last, shared in turns by Pathi Singhs day and night.
Questions
Everything you need to know
If your question isn't answered here, call Jujar Singh on 07941 625813 or Dhian Singh on 07714 639445.
What is an Akhand Path?
An Akhand Path is a complete, unbroken reading of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, from the first Ang to the last. It takes about 48 hours, and the reading is shared in turns by Pathi Singhs, day and night, so it never stops.
Why is it being held now?
To celebrate the Gurpurab of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhi. The sangat comes together to give thanks and receive blessings from the One Waheguru.
How do I book, and what happens next?
Choose an amount in the booking form and complete your details, or call Jujar Singh or Dhian Singh. You'll receive an email confirming your contribution, and your family will be included in the Ardas.
Which amount should I choose?
£251 sponsors the Akhand Path and langar, £101 contributes towards the Akhand Path, and £51 towards the langar. You can also enter any amount you wish. Every contribution, whatever the size, is equally welcome.
Can I book for a special occasion or in memory of a loved one?
Yes. Add the names and the occasion when you book, such as a birthday, anniversary, new arrival, recovery or remembrance, and they will be included in the Ardas.
Do I need to attend in person?
You're warmly invited to join us, but you don't have to. The Ardas will be offered for your family whether or not you are able to be there.
Can my family do seva during the Akhand Path?
Yes, and you'd be very welcome. You can help in the langar hall, serve langar or help wherever needed. Let us know when you book, or call us, and we'll tell you when to arrive.
Who can come, and what should we wear?
Everyone is welcome, whatever their faith or background. Please dress modestly, cover your head and remove your shoes on entry. Head coverings are available at the Gurdwara. Please do not bring alcohol or tobacco.
Where is the Gurdwara?
Gurdwara Baba Budha Ji, Miri Piri House, 329 Haydn Road, Nottingham NG5 1DG.
Friday 11 – Sunday 13 December · Bhog 10am Sunday
Celebrate the Gurpurab of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji with the sangat
All sangat and families welcome. Guru Ka Langar will be served.
Book your seva