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The institution of Guru’s Langar serves the community in many ways. It ensures the participation of Sikhs in a task of service for mankind. Even Sikh children help in serving food to the people (Sangat). Langar also teaches the etiquette of eating in a community situation. Moreover, it plays a great part in upholding the virtue of equality of all human beings and provides a welcome, secure and protected sanctuary to the needy.
[/fusion_text][/fullwidth][fullwidth background_color=”” background_image=”” background_parallax=”none” enable_mobile=”no” parallax_speed=”0.3″ background_repeat=”no-repeat” background_position=”left top” video_url=”” video_aspect_ratio=”16:9″ video_webm=”” video_mp4=”” video_ogv=”” video_preview_image=”” overlay_color=”” overlay_opacity=”0.5″ video_mute=”yes” video_loop=”yes” fade=”no” border_size=”0px” border_color=”” border_style=”” padding_top=”20″ padding_bottom=”20″ padding_left=”0″ padding_right=”0″ hundred_percent=”no” equal_height_columns=”no” hide_on_mobile=”no” menu_anchor=”” class=”” id=””][two_third last=”no” spacing=”yes” center_content=”no” hide_on_mobile=”no” background_color=”” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” background_position=”left top” border_size=”0px” border_color=”” border_style=”” padding=”” margin_top=”” margin_bottom=”” animation_type=”” animation_direction=”” animation_speed=”0.1″ class=”” id=””][fusion_text]The term Langar literally means kitchen where food is prepared and served in a Gurdwara to all the visitors (without distinction of background) for free. Only vegetarian food is served, to ensure that all people, regardless of their dietary restrictions, can eat as equals. Langar is open to Sikhs and non-Sikhs alike. The institution of the Langar, or free kitchen, was started by the first Sikh Guru, Guru Nanak.
It was designed to uphold the principle of equality among all people regardless of their religion, caste, color, creed, age, gender or social status – a revolutionary concept in the caste-ridden 16th- century India where Sikhism began. In addition to the ideals of equality, the tradition of Langar expresses the ethics of sharing, community, inclusiveness, and oneness of all humankind. As the Gurbani says, “…the Light of God is in all hearts.”
The recommended Langar Grocery List is below. Please consult Langar Sevadars before shopping,as If you wish to sponsor a Langar, please contact 210-322-6252 as some items may already be available in the Gurdwara Modi Khana.
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Sangat at Gurdwara
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Item | Quantity |
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Cooking Oil | 2 Gallons |
Salt | One Pack |
Red Chili Powder | One Pack |
Jeera | One Pack |
Saunf / Fennel Seeds | One Pack |
Haldi/Turmeric | One Pack |
Garam Masala | One Pack |
Kasoori Methi | One Pack |
Long/Cloves | One Pack |
Loose Tea | One Pack |
Green Elachi | One Pack |
Dry Fruit/Nuts for Kheer | One Pack |
Sugar | 25 lbs |
Unsalted Butter | 12 Pounds |
Milk | 12 Gallons (more if making Kheer) |
Daal/Rajma/Chole | 25 Pounds |
Atta/Wheat Flour | 2 Large Bags |
Rice | 20 Pounds |
Onions | 25 Pounds |
Green Chili Peppers | 5 Pounds |
Tomatoes | 25 Pounds |
Ginger | 5 Pounds |
Garlic | 4 Pounds |
Fresh Cilantro | 10 Packs |
Sabji/Vegetables Total | 40 Lbs |
Napkins | 1000 |
Cups | 500 |
Spoons | 1000 |
Trays/Plates | 500 |
Bowls | 500 (if need for kheer/dessert) |
Zip Lock Bags | 2 Packs each (Large and Small) |
50 Gallon Trash Bags | 1 Pack |
Heavy Duty Foil | 2 Packs |
Dishwashing Soap | One Bottle |
Toilet Paper | 6 Packs |
Paper Towels | 12 Rolls |
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