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Why do sadhus smear ash?
These nude or semi-nude ascetics are followers of Shiva, they renounce the world- their families and materialism and adopt a celibate, ascetic lifestyle. Their long matted hair and ash-smeared bodies are considered representative of the God himself.
What is the age of Naga Sadhus?
This tradition of ordaining children as naga sadhu before the age of 14 is followed only by Shri Panchyati Akhara Naya Udaseen. The centuries-old tradition also gives ordained kids important designations such as mahant, kothari, and bhandari.
Why is Shiva smeared with ash?
According to the Shiva Purana, the particles of ash which cling to the skin when tripundra is applied are to be considered to be individual lingams. The scriptures further state that bhasma purifies the soul, elevates the devotee of Shiva and works done without wearing bhasma are infructuous.
Why does Lord Shiva like Bhasma?
Shivaji became angry and wandered in the universe about Sati’s body. Seeing this anger of Lord Shiva, Goddess Devadar became disturbed and the creatures were in danger. Then Lord Vishnu touched the body of Goddess Sati and turned it into a bhasma.
How can I become a sadhu?
A person who wants to become sadhu must first seek a guru. There, he or she must perform guruseva which means service. The guru decides whether the person is eligible to take sannyasa by observing the sisya (the person who wants to become a sadhu or sanyasi).
Where do sadhus go on a pilgrimage?
You will find Sadhus in public mostly at religious places, during important festivals such as Kumbhmela or while going on a pilgrimage. When they travel on foot, they may carry a few belongings and choose to stay at odd places where they can have privacy to practice and rest.
What are the characteristics of Naga Sadhus?
After this, Guru gives him new name and identity. 4) Renouncing Clothes: Naga Sadhus cannot wear clothes. They can don a single saffron cloth that too not to cover the entire body. A Naga Sadhu cannot use worldly things to decorate his body, he can only rub his body with ashes, which is his only shringar (श्रृंगार).
What is the nature of a sadhu?
Thus, Sadhutvam, the nature of a Sadhu, is a divine quality, which is worthy of veneration and worship, whether it is found in humans or animals or gods. In worldly matters a sadhu represents gentleness, sattvic nature, purity, amiability, humility and equanimity.
What does loneliness feel like?
Loneliness is painful. This may seem obvious that loneliness is an aversive or uncomfortable feeling. But it’s good to be clear about this since many people feel good when they are alone or distant from others. As we mentioned above, many people seek out solitude because they find it restorative or helpful in promoting creativity, for example.
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