Published 20:58 IST, January 16th 2024
Sikh Community to Host 'Akhand Paath' in Ayodhya Ahead of Ram Temple Consecration
The organizers believe that the Akhand Path is a symbol of respect and recognition of this significant Hindu event. It's a prayer for peace and prosperity.
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New Delhi : In a gesture of communal harmony, Sikh community in Ayodhya is set to organize a three-day 'Akhand Paath' at Brahamkund Gurudwara in anticipation of consecration ceremony of Lord Rama scheduled for January 22nd.
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event, emphasizing unity among diverse religious communities, reflects India's commitment to fostering harmony among various faiths. 'Akhand Paath,' a continuous recital from sacred Guru Granth Sahib, holds great significance in Sikh religious practices, symbolizing deep respect and devotion.
Scheduled to commence on January 19 and extend uninterrupted until January 21, this spiritual observance in Ayodhya is anticipated with enthusiasm by Sikh community. Organizers view 'Akhand Paath' as a symbol of respect for forthcoming Hindu ceremony, praying for peace, prosperity, and well-being of all.
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Sikhs from various regions are expected to participate, contributing to smooth conduct of consecration ceremony. BJP national spokesperson RP Singh highlighted historical ties between Sikhs, Lord Rama, and Ayodhya. He emphasized significance of Guru Nanak Dev Ji's visit to Ram Temple in 1510 and Nihangs' presence in 1858, where y performed rituals and inscribed 'Ram' on temple walls.
organizers believe that Akhand Paath is a symbol of respect and recognition of this significant Hindu event. It's a prayer for peace, prosperity, and well-being of all. By hosting this spiritual observance, Sikh community is sending a heartening message of inclusive, unity, and mutual respect for different faiths.
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“Sikhs from various parts of country will participate in this event . intent behind this meet would be to ensure that auspicious concentration ceremony is conducted without any hitch. re is a great history of connection between Sikhs, Lord Rama and Ayodhya, key evidence on which even supreme court relied was Guru Nanak Dev ji visit to ram temple in 1510 also Nihangs went inside ram temple in 1858 where y performed havan and wrote ram all over wall inside premises" said BJP national spokesperson RP Singh, who will also participate in event.
"Before SC verdict on Ram Temple we did organize Akhand Paath at same Gurudwara in Ayodhya. Sikhs from Kanpur, Hyderab, Amritsar and or parts of country participated and prayed for Ram Temple construction. This Akhand Paath is for Pran Pratishtha, remember word Rama has been used 2533 times in Shri Guru Granth Sahib,” he ded.
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grand consecration ceremony of Ram Temple on January 22 will witness presence of VVIPs from around world, marking a historic occasion for Ayodhya.
20:55 IST, January 16th 2024