Bandi Chhor Divas (Sikhism)
This holiday commemorates the story of the sixth Guru, Guru Hargobind Sahib, and his release from prison. According to Sikh history, the Guru refused to leave captivity unless 52 long-imprisoned kings were freed alongside him. His devotion to peace and the freedom of his fellow prisoners is a reminder to Sikhs – and to all Canadians – of the importance of helping those in need.
Bandi Chhor Divas is a time of celebration, where family and friends traditionally gather to read the Sikh holy book – the Guru Granth Sahib – feast, and adorn their homes and Gurdwaras in colourful lights.
