Saṅgat, from the Sanskrit for “association”, is the Sikh congregation. The Gurus taught that the company of the holy, sādh saṅgat, purifies the mind and that the Guru is present wherever disciples gather. Decisions of the Panth are taken in congregation, and seats are on the floor, without rank.
Saṅgat
The holy congregation: the community of seekers gathered in the presence of the Word.
Also: Sangat, sadh sangat