1919 Walnut Avenue, Hanover Park Park District, Illinois
Guru Simran & The Tradition of Langar
Following the gathering for remembrance and prayer, we invite you to experience Langar, the community kitchen that serves as a living lesson in humility and unity.
Established to challenge social hierarchies, this tradition ensures that every visitor regardless of background, faith, or status—is welcomed as an equal. By sitting together on the floor to share a simple vegetarian meal, we dissolve the barriers of wealth and rank to recognize our shared humanity.
The preparation and service of this meal is an act of Seva (selfless service), performed by volunteers to nourish both the body and the spirit of the community.