GURU NANAK DAY

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HR0856
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HOUSE RESOLUTION

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WHEREAS, Guru Nanak Day is an observance dedicated to
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honoring the life and teachings of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the
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founder of Sikhism, whose message of one universal Creator,
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equality of all humanity, and selfless service continues to
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inspire millions around the world; and

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WHEREAS, Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji, born in 1469, traveled
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extensively across South Asia and the Middle East on his
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spiritual journeys, known as Udasis, during which he spread a
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universal message of love, compassion, and interfaith harmony;
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and

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WHEREAS, The foundational teachings of Guru Nanak Dev Ji
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include Naam Japna, or remembrance of the Divine, Kirat Karni,
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or honest livelihood, and Vand Chakna, or sharing with others,
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along with the institution of Langar, a free community kitchen
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where people of every background sit and eat together as
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equals; together, these elements of Sikhism provide timeless
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guidance for living a life of equality, dignity, and service;
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and

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WHEREAS, The observance of Guru Nanak Day was initiated by
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the Illinois Interfaith Organization, reflecting community
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support for its message of unity, equality, and service to

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humanity; and

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WHEREAS, The Illinois Interfaith Organization successfully
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held its inaugural Guru Simran on April 26, 2026, and the
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organization has committed to continuing this Guru Simran on
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the last Sunday of every month as an ongoing tribute to the
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universal teachings of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji; and

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WHEREAS, Illinois Interfaith Organization Chairman Nauman
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Khan Azeemi has diligently promoted and educated communities
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about the significance of Guru Nanak Day, leading the
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inaugural Guru Simran and continuing to advance its message
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through interfaith initiatives; therefore, be it

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RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE
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HUNDRED FOURTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that
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we declare November 29, 2026 as Guru Nanak Day in the State of
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Illinois, its inaugural observance, and we encourage all
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residents to honor the life and teachings of Sri Guru Nanak Dev
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Ji, the founder of Sikhism, and to participate in observances
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that strengthen the bonds of friendship and understanding
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among all people; and be it further

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RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be
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delivered to the Illinois Interfaith Organization as a symbol
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of our respect and esteem.

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