MahaKumbh 2025: What Is Its Connection With Samundra Manthan — Know The History

Considered the grandest festival of Hindu culture, it is believed that taking a holy dip in the Ganges during MahaKumbh, along with prayers and penance, opens the doors to salvation.

MahaKumbh 2025

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MahaKumbh 2025: The year 2025 is set to be a significant one as the grand festival of faith, the Maha Kumbh Mela, will be held. Occurring once every 12 years, the Maha Kumbh holds immense significance, making its importance manifold.

During the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, devotees engage in activities such as Kalpvas (spiritual practice), Ganga Snan (holy dip in the Ganges), and chant prayers. It is believed that by participating in these practices, one’s sins from past lives are washed away, leading to a prosperous and peaceful future. Let's explore the history of the Maha Kumbh Mela and when it is scheduled to begin in the new year.

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 Dates:

The Maha Kumbh Mela will begin on January 13, 2025, and conclude on February 26, 2025, during Mahashivaratri.

History Of Maha Kumbh Mela:

The Maha Kumbh Mela is an ancient tradition that dates back to the Vedic period. The central belief behind this ritual is taking a holy dip in the sacred rivers, which is said to cleanse a person of their sins and help attain Moksha (liberation).

The origin of the Kumbh Mela is closely linked to the mythological story of the churning of the ocean. According to the myth, the gods lost their strength due to the curse of Sage Durvasa, while the demon king Bali ruled over all three worlds. In their moment of distress, the gods approached Lord Vishnu for help.

The story of the Kumbh Mela is associated with the legend of the churning of the ocean, where Lord Vishnu instructed the gods to churn the ocean. During this churning, a pot (Kumbh) of nectar (Amrit) emerged. The word 'Kumbh' itself means 'pot'. To obtain the nectar, a battle broke out between the gods and demons. Lord Vishnu entrusted his mount, Garuda, with the task of safeguarding the pot of nectar.

As Garuda flew with the pot of nectar, a few drops fell at four locations: Prayagraj, Haridwar, Ujjain, and Nashik. Since then, every 12 years, the Kumbh Mela is organised at these places. During this period, devotees take a dip in the Ganges, reaffirming their faith and seeking forgiveness for their sins. The battle between the gods and demons is believed to have lasted for 12 days, which, in human terms, is considered equivalent to 12 years. Therefore, the Kumbh Mela is held once every 12 years at these sacred locations.

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