Mahakumbh 2025: 17 Traditional Adornments Worn By Nagas Before The Shahi Snan

Mahakumbh 2025 will begin in Prayagraj on January 13, 2025. During the Kumbh, Naga Sadhus play an important role, participating in the royal bath while adorning themselves with 17 distinct adornments.

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Mahakumbh 2025: The grand Mahakumbh will be held in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. The event will begin on January 13, 2025, with the first royal bath on the day of Poush Purnima, and will conclude on Maha Shivaratri, February 26, 2025.

Mahakumbh is the world's largest religious gathering, attracting saints, sages, and devotees from around the world who take a sacred dip at the holy Triveni Sangam. Especially, the Naga Sadhus are a major attraction due to their unique lifestyle, attire, and devotion.

The Significance Of 17 Adornments In The Life Of Naga Sadhus

Naga Sadhus are those who have completely detached themselves from worldly desires and remain devoted to worshiping Lord Shiva. Leading an ascetic life, they renounce all worldly possessions, setting an example of purity and devotion. While they possess spiritual power and devotion, they own nothing, as the word 'Naga' literally means 'empty.' However, there are 17 adornments that every Naga Sadhu must have. Let’s explore these adornments.

17 Adornments Worn By Nagas Before The Sacred Dip

While many people are familiar with the 16 adornments in Hinduism that are important for married women, Naga Sadhus go beyond this number, using 17 adornments before taking a sacred dip in the holy river. These 17 adornments are:

1. Bhabhut
2. Langot 
3. Chandan 
4. Silver or iron anklets
5. Panchkesh 
6. Application of roli
7. Ring
8. Garland of flowers
9. Chimta 
10. Damru 
11. Kamandal
12. Jata 
13. Tilak 
14. Kajal 
15. Iron bracelet
16. Application of Vibhuti 
17. Rudraksha 

These 17 adornments hold great significance in the life of a Naga Sadhu, and only after adorning these do they take a dip in the holy river. Before the royal bath during the Mahakumbh, Naga Sadhus perform these adornments.

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