Nanaksar Gurudwara - KENT , WA

Shri Nanaksar Thath Sahib Seattle is a peaceful spiritual and community center in Kent, WA, founded on the teachings of Sikhism and the Nanaksar tradition. Welcoming people from all backgrounds, the gurdwara offers a serene space for worship, meditation, and selfless service (seva). Visitors can partake in daily prayers (kirtan), communal meals (langar), and special religious events that celebrate the spirit of universal brotherhood and devotion. The gurdwara provides a refuge for quiet reflection and spiritual growth for all who enter its doors.

Key features

Spiritual and religious practices

Daily prayers and kirtan: The gurdwara holds daily programs of Katha (discourse) and Kirtan (devotional singing of hymns).

Reverence for Guru Granth Sahib: Following the Nanaksar tradition, the holy scripture, Guru Granth Sahib, is treated with immense reverence. For instance, it is often placed on a full-sized bed rather than a small stand.

Focus on meditation (Bhagti): The tradition emphasizes meditation and devotion above all else, with a focus on attaining spiritual enlightenment.

Special observances: The gurdwara hosts special celebrations and events, such as Gurpurbs and gatherings on full moon nights (Pooranmashi).

Community and service

Langar (Community Kitchen): As a key pillar of any gurdwara, the Nanaksar gurdwara serves free, vegetarian meals to all visitors in the community kitchen, regardless of their background.

Open door policy: With its four entrances, the gurdwara symbolizes that it is open to all people, regardless of caste, creed, gender, or social standing.

Seva (Selfless Service): The community is built on the principle of selfless service, with volunteers running the kitchen and performing other duties.

Atmosphere and architecture

Peaceful ambiance: Many visitors praise the gurdwara for its peaceful and calming atmosphere, providing a break from daily tensions.

Accessibility: The facility is welcoming and accessible, featuring wheelchair-accessible parking and restrooms.

Distinctive practices: In line with the Nanaksar tradition, the gurdwara does not fly the Khalsa flag, the Nishan Sahib, as it is considered non-political.