It marks the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism and the ... singing of hymns. Langar Seva: Many Gurdwaras offer langar (community meals) as a symbol of service and ...

The Langar is a very important part of the festival. A large community lunch is prepared and it is called Guru Ka Langar or Guru Nanak Jayanti Langar. It is a vegetarian meal and is very nourishing.