What is Sikh Christmas?

Do Sikhs celebrate Christmas? Generally speaking, Sikhs do no celebrate the religious meaning behind Christmas but take part in the festivities through charitable endeavours, and spending time with family.

What happened on 25th December in Sikh religion?

Every year on 24 to 26 December, Shaheedi Jor Mela also known as Shaheedi Jor Mel/Sabha is organised at Fatehgarh Sahib Punjab, India, to commemorate the supreme sacrifice at the place of their martyrdom.

Why do Sikh not celebrate Christmas?

A Sikh arrives at a personal decision based on understanding and willingness to follow Sikh principles. An initiated Sikh is part of Khalsa order and renounces all other ways of life, and therefore would have no ties to celebrations and festivities which are not an essential part of Sikhism such as Christmas.

Why Guru Gobind Singh went to Nanded?

The Guru Gobind Singh probably chose Nanded as his dera because of its serene, peaceful ambience and for the river Godavari, Sikh believers say. The Sikh Gurus did not travel southward beyond Nanded, making it a place of pre-eminence for the community.

Why is Sikhism sad December?

Towards the end of December, the Sikh community usually observes at least three days of mourning to mark the deaths of Guru Gobind Singh’s two younger sons in an 18th century battle with the Mughals.

Do Sikhs observe Christmas?

But do Sikhs spend the day any differently? Although, like Muslim and Jewish people, Sikhs don’t celebrate the religious meaning behind Christmas, the festivities are a good time to spend time with family and eat everything you see.

Why is December important to Sikhism?

The two older sons, Sahibzade Ajit Singh and Jujhar Singh, were killed by Mughal soldiers during the battle of Chamkaur. Both the younger sons Sahibzade Zorawar Singh and Fateh Singh, were executed after being captured. These Martyrs are observed 21 December and 26 December respectively.

What happened on 24 December in Sikh history?

The Shaheedi Chaar Sahibzaade is one Sikh holiday. The date(s) celebrated vary by each community. The temple in Everett, MA plans to celebrate on December 24 this year. Shaheedi Chaar Sahibzaade means “Martyrdom of the Four Sons.” These days remember the martyrdom of Guru Gobind Singh’s (the tenth Sikh Guru) four sons.

What happened on 26 December in Sikh history?

The young and innocent boys, Sahibzada (Prince) Zorawar Singh and Sahibzada Fateh Singh attained martyrdom on 26, December, 1705, when they were brutally murdered by Wazir Khan the Mughal Governor of Sirhind. The month of December has a special significance for the Sikh community.