Senator Coons marks birthday of Guru Nanak Dev Ji

On Sunday, Senator Coons marked the birthday of the founder of the Sikh religion, Guru Nanak Dev Ji.

Guru Nanak Dev Ji was born in 1469 in what is now Lahore, Pakistan.  Guru Nanak preached equality among all people, and espoused the principles of hard work and community service.  His birthday is considered one of the holiest days in the Sikh faith.

"As Sikhs all across our country celebrate the life Guru Nanak Dev Ji, I join them in honoring his vision of a society built on equality, compassion, and justice," Senator Coons said.  "I send my best wishes to Sikhs in America and all around the world on this holy day."

According to the Sikh American Legal Defense and Education Fund, Sikhism is the fifth largest religion in the world, with more than 700,000 Sikhs living in the United States.