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Guru Nanak Jayanti celebration at Amrit Vela Mandir aimed to bring harmony among people though religious activities
The fervour of the 300th year celebration of Gurta Gaddi continued only in more zestful manner during the Gurupurab, which was celebrated on November 13. The festival was marked with exuberant and vibrant celebrations in the various Gurudwaras and temples in the city. The Holy Mission of Guru Nanak Amrit Vela Mandir at Bhawani Peth, the branch of the Amrit Vela Ashram in Khandala, held a five-day event in memory of Guru Nanak.
The tall mandap, the glittering lights and diyas at the temple spruced up the charm of the occasion. The Guru Granth Sahib was kept on a raised platform with decorated canopy over it in the presence of the divine idols of Lord Rama and Krishna adorned colourfully. 8220;It is a special day for all of us and the importance of this day can be seen with the colorful celebrations that are being held by the Sikh community worldwide,8221; says Das, who feels that in an age where westernisation has crept into all spheres of our lives, the seniors must impart religious knowledge and traditional values to the younger generation.
In the San Keertan held by the devotees at the temple, a procession was held where they sang hymns on the way to the temple, which was followed by recitation of the Akhand Path. 8220;It is a ritual in which the Guru Granth Sahib is read continuously by the devotees for 48 hours,8221; says Das. At the birth time of Guru Nanak, special midnight celebrations consisting of Kirtan, Dhuni, Phool Varsha and Aarti were held. The event witnessed participation of over 2000 devotees chanting prayers feverishly in praise of the guru.
