Baisakhi is a festival celebrated by the Sikh community all over the world. It is also known as Vaisakhi and is celebrated on the first day of the month of Vaisakh, according to the Punjabi calendar. In the Gregorian calendar, Baisakhi falls on April 13th or 14th every year.
Baisakhi holds a special significance for the Sikh community as it marks the founding of the Khalsa Panth, a group of devout Sikh warriors, by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699. On this day, Guru Gobind Singh baptised five devoted Sikhs and created the Five K's, the five articles of faith that are to be worn by all initiated Sikhs. Baisakhi is also celebrated as a harvest festival and is a time of joy and celebration for the Sikh community.
On Baisakhi, Sikhs visit gurudwaras, or Sikh temples, and participate in special prayers and kirtans. They also offer donations and partake in the Langar, a community meal served in the gurudwaras. In addition to the religious ceremonies, Baisakhi is also celebrated with traditional dance and music performances, such as the Bhangra and Gidda.
Baisakhi is a time for the Sikh community to come together and celebrate their rich cultural and religious heritage. It is a day of joy and celebration that is celebrated with great fervour and enthusiasm all over the world.
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