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Jyoti-Jyot Diwas of Guru Angad Dev Ji Observed on March 22, 2026
Jyoti Jyot Diwas of Guru Angad Dev Ji is observed on March 22 2026 marking his death anniversary. The day commemorates his union with the divine and highlights his contributions to Sikhism.
Guru Angad Dev Ji and Sikh Traditions:
| Dimension | Key Details |
|---|---|
| Jyoti Jyot Diwas | Refers to the death anniversary of Sikh Gurus symbolising union with the divine |
| Position | Guru Angad Dev Ji is the second Sikh Guru |
| Birth Name | Birth name of Guru Angad Dev Ji is Lehna |
| Succession | Successor of Guru Nanak Dev Ji and succeeded by Guru Amar Das |
| Associated Place | Associated with Khadur Sahib |
| Period | Lived during the period 1504 to 1552 |
| Gurmukhi Script | Standardised and promoted the Gurmukhi script used for Sikh teachings including Guru Granth Sahib |
| Compilation of Teachings | Collected hymns of Guru Nanak Dev Ji and wrote Bhai Bala Janamsakhi forming the nucleus of Guru Granth Sahib |
| Langar Institution | Expanded the community kitchen system with Mata Khivi ensuring equality in dining |
| Physical Fitness | Established wrestling arenas and promoted discipline and physical fitness |
| Sangat | Promoted congregation and strengthened community bonding |
| Education | Encouraged basic education using Gurmukhi script |
| Social Reforms | Emphasised equality brotherhood and seva and institutionalised Sikh practices |
| Succession Principle | Chosen by Guru Nanak Dev Ji based on merit and devotion not heredity |
| Langar | Community kitchen introduced by Guru Nanak Dev Ji and strengthened by Guru Angad Dev Ji |
| Sangat | Refers to congregation in Sikh tradition |
| Seva | Refers to selfless service |
| Khalsa | Community of initiated Sikhs founded by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699 |
| Panj Pyare | Five initiated Sikhs forming the first Khalsa |
| Five Ks | Comprises Kesh Kangha Kara Kirpan and Kachera as articles of faith for Khalsa Sikhs |
| Gurdwara | Place of worship and community service for Sikhs |
| Guru Granth Sahib | Central religious scripture of Sikhism written in Gurmukhi script |