Guru Har Rai Ji – Gurta Gaddi Diwas, also known as the installation day, commemorates the ascension of Guru Har Rai Sahib Ji to the Guruship in Sikh history. It is a significant occasion that holds deep reverence among the Sikh community worldwide.
Guru Har Rai Sahib Ji, the seventh Guru of the Sikhs, was known for his compassion, wisdom, and commitment to spreading the message of Sikhism. His Gurta Gaddi Diwas is observed with great devotion and respect, as Sikhs reflect upon his teachings and honor his contributions to Sikh spirituality.
On this Gurta Gaddi Diwas all Sikhs are gather at Gurdwaras to offer prayers and recite hymns from the Guru Granth Sahib (the Sikh holy scripture) and listen to sermons that shed light on the life and teachings of Guru Har Rai Sahib Ji. The day serves as a reminder to follow the path of love, truth and service as exemplified by the Guru.
Gurta Gaddi Diwas is a time for Sikhs to reaffirm their faith, seek spiritual guidance, and strive to live a life of humility, compassion, and equality. It is an occasion to remember and draw inspiration from Guru Har Rai Sahib Ji’s legacy of promoting peace, unity, and justice.
May the blessings of Guru Har Rai Sahib Ji be with you on this Gurta Gaddi Diwas. Happy Gurta Gaddi Diwas Guru Har Rai Sahib Ji!