Croydon Conservatives and Croydon Gurdwara are proud to host a Vaisakhi celebration on 12th April 2019.
Vaisakhi is a festival to celebrate the birth of the Khalsa. In April 1699 the 10th Sikh Guru, Guru Gobind Singh Ji tested the commitment of thousands of Sikhs. The first five to pass his test, were initiated into a new order, called the Khalsa. These five men came to be known as the Panj Pyare (five beloved).
Khalsa is the collective body of committed initiated Sikhs. Khalsa means both “Pure” and “King’s Own”. The Khalsa represent the living form of the Guru – and therefore are God’s representatives – on earth.
Sikhs are initiated into the Khalsa through the Amrit Sanchar ceremony, which is why Khalsa Sikhs are referred to as Amritdhari. The Khalsa were created to fight oppression, uphold freedom and basics needs (food, clothing, health and education) for all people. Every Sikh should aim to join the Khalsa one day.
Come along from 7-9pm to the Selsdon Community Centre, 132 Addington Road (under Sainsbury's).
All are welcome for what promises to be a fun evening full of food, music and dancing!