Welcome to Ramgarhia Sabha Reading
Gurdwara Serving the Reading Community
Registered Charity No 1197912
Opening Times
Wednesdays:
12:00 – 20:00
Sundays:
09:00 – 14:00
About Us
Ramgarhia Sabha Reading is a charitable organisation first registered in 1976. It has now grown in to a very busy Gurdwara and a community resource centre.
About Our Charity
Ramgarhia Sabha Reading (RSR) is CIO registered charity number 1197912 with Charity Commission. It can have up to 21 appointed Trustees and many additional Sevadars to manage its affairs and outreach community services.
RSR is a totally unpaid volunteer led organisation set up under the charity commission and related regulations. RSR complies with all such related legal and obligatory as well as voluntary regulations.
RSR operate full Sikh faith Gurdwara services for its community and members in accordance with the teachings of Sri Guru Granth Saheb Ji and the Sikh Rehat Maryada and guidance from related authorities such as Supreme Sikh Council UK (set up with permission from Akal Takht and supported by some 200+ UK Gurdwaras), Ramgarhia Council UK, NSO, and many such organisations.
RSR run several community projects and joint ventures along with volunteer led Sikh education programmes.
RSR works with and enjoys relationships with many authorities, such as the NHS, Gurdwaras, along with other organisations. RSR adheres with all trust laws and regulations.
Our Location
Directions
RSR Gurdwara Sahib is very easy to find. As you enter Reading coming off Junction 10 on the M4, take the 3rd exit on the A4 roundabout and we are approximately 100 meters on your right.
Vaisakhi 2024 in Pictures:
Vaisakhi 2024 in Pictures:
Vaisakhi 2024 in Pictures:
Your Gurdwara premises are currently being extended (Gurdwara remains open as usual) to improve the space, facilities, safety and services provision. Here are some pictures:
Guru Nanak Dev Ji
1469 – 1539
Sikhism is a monothistic religion that originated in the Punjab region of South Asia in the 15th Century. It’s teachings were founded by Guru Nanak Dev Ji and developed further trhough the teachings of 9 successive Sikh Gurus and then passing over to eternal teachings of Sri Guru Granth Saheb Ji, by the 10th Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji.
Passing over to the eternal teachings of Sri Guru Granth Saheb Ji, by the tenth Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji.
In 1699, the Tenth Guru created the Sikh religion with the first five beloved baptised ones, as the first Sikhs. At a ceremony he asked them to baptise him as the sixth Sikh and to take a second name of Singh (meaning Lion for men) and Kaur (meaning princess for women) along with 5 Ks.
Sikhism emphasises the pursuit of spiritual enlightenment through the practice of meditation, selfless service, and adherence to the teachings of the Gurus, as recorded in the holy scripture.
Guru Granth Sahib ji, which is always placed at the alter/throne as if a top king, in the gurdwaras.
At the core of Sikhism is the belief in one God, referred to as “Ik Onkar” or “Waheguru,” who is considered formless, eternal, and all-pervading.
Sikhs strive to have a direct and personal relationship with God through meditation and living a righteous life.
Sikhism rejects the caste system, idol worship, and rituals that were prevalent in the society at the time of its founding. It promotes the principles of equality, social justice, and selfless service to others.
Sikhs are encouraged to live honest and truthful lives, work hard, share their earnings with those in need, and treat all individuals with respect and dignity.
The external symbols of Sikhism include the uncut hair covered by a turban for men (usually), wearing of the Five Ks (Kesh, Kangha, Kara, Kachera, and Kirpan), and the observance of certain dietary restrictions.
The Sikh community gathers in a Gurdwara (Sikh place of worship) to participate in congregational prayers and listen to the recitation of hymns from the Guru Granth Sahib.
Sikhism promotes the concept of “Sarbat da Bhala,” which means the well-being of all. Sikhs are encouraged to contribute positively to society and engage in selfless service, including voluntary community work, charitable activities, and helping those in need.