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Maha Kumbh has started in Prayagraj from today, about 1 crore devotees took a dip in the Ganga. Although the royal bath will start from January 14, its splendor is being seen from today itself. Let us tell you, many big personalities also attended the Maha Kumbh today, among whom was the wife of former Apple founder Steve Jobs. As we all know, this year Maha Kumbh is being organized on the holy land of Prayagraj, but many people may not know that Maha Kumbh is organized separately and Kumbh is organized separately. Let us tell you in this article.

Difference between MahaKumbh and Kumbh

Spiritual importance of both the fairs

Maha Kumbh Mela:Kumbh Mela:
Maha Kumbh Mela: The fair is mainly organized in Prayagraj. The fair is organized on the banks of Sangam, where the rivers Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati meet. This huge event attracts more people than the Kumbh Mela.Kumbh Mela: This fair is organized on the banks of four holy places, Haridwar (Ganga), Ujjain (Shipra), Nashik (Godavari), and Prayagraj (Ganga-Yamuna-Saraswati). All these places have their own specialty.
Maha Kumbh Mela: This event takes place once every 12 years and is considered the holiest of all Kumbh Melas. This Maha Kumbh Mela will run from 13 January to 26 February 2025.Kumbh Mela: Kumbh Mela is celebrated every 3 years and it is celebrated one by one in four places, which include Haridwar, Ujjain, Nashik and Prayagraj. Each place organizes Kumbh Mela in a cycle and during this time it is taken care that Kumbh Mela is organized at every place at least once in every 12 years.
Maha Kumbh Mela: Maha Kumbh is considered the most important and sacred in Sanatan Dharma. It is believed that participating in this event liberates one from all sins and provides many spiritual benefits like Moksha.Kumbh Mela: Kumbh Mela also has its own spiritual significance, but it is considered less powerful than Maha Kumbh. However, people still come here in lakhs to take a dip.

That is why Maha Kumbh Mela is special

In this beautiful fair, lakhs of pilgrims and devotees from not only the country but from all over the world come together to take a holy dip at the Sangam. The Maha Kumbh Mela is held at Prayagraj on the banks of the Sangam, where the Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati rivers meet. The roots of this fair are connected to Hindu mythology. During this, people get freedom from their sins and also get a chance to attain salvation. Many events are organized in the fair, which are the main attraction among the people.

Mahakumbh: India’s largest spiritual and cultural fair

Mahakumbh is India’s largest religious and cultural event, held every 12 years at four holy places:

  1. Prayagraj (Allahabad)
  2. Haridwar
  3. Ujjain
  4. Nashik

This fair is a symbol of Indian culture, spirituality and religious faith, in which millions of devotees, saints and tourists participate.


Importance of Mahakumbh

Mahakumbh is an occasion of spiritual purification and attainment of salvation according to Hinduism. It is organized on the banks of holy rivers, such as:

  • Ganga (Haridwar and Prayagraj)
  • Yamuna and Saraswati (at Prayagraj Sangam)
  • Kshipra River (Ujjain)
  • Godavari River (Nashik)

Devotees believe that bathing in Maha Kumbh washes away all sins and the soul attains salvation.


History of Maha Kumbh

  1. Mythology:

The description of Maha Kumbh is linked to the story of Samudra Manthan.

  • When the gods and demons churned the ocean for Amrit, the Amrit spilled from the Kumbh (urn) and fell on the earth at four places: Prayagraj, Haridwar, Ujjain, and Nashik.
  • Maha Kumbh is organized only at these places.
  1. Mention in religious texts:
  • Maha Kumbh is mentioned in Vedas, Puranas, and other Hindu texts.
  • It is considered a festival of spiritual advancement and propagation of religion.

Organization of Maha Kumbh

Mahakumbh is organized on the basis of astronomical events.

  • The time and place of Maha Kumbh is decided according to the special position of Sun, Moon and Jupiter.
  • It happens every 12 years, while Kumbh comes at each place every 48 years.

Sequence of Maha Kumbh

  1. Kumbh of Prayagraj (at Sangam):
  • It is considered the most important because here the confluence of Ganga, Yamuna, and invisible Saraswati takes place.
  1. Kumbh of Haridwar:
  • It is organized in Haridwar on the banks of river Ganga.
  1. Kumbh of Ujjain:
  • Held in Ujjain on the banks of Kshipra river.
  1. Kumbh of Nashik:
  • Held in Nashik on the banks of Godavari river.

Major events in Maha Kumbh

  1. Royal bath:
  • Royal bath is the biggest attraction in Maha Kumbh.
  • In this, saints, sages of Akharas, Naga Sadhus, and devotees take bath.
  1. Tradition of Akharas:
  • Sadhus and saints of various Akharas gather in Maha Kumbh.
  • This is the time of Show of power and religious discourses.
  1. Religious discourses and yajna:
  • In Maha Kumbh, spiritual knowledge is propagated through yoga, sadhana, and discourses.
  1. Organization of Culture and Fairs:
  • Maha Kumbh is not only a religious event but also a celebration of Indian art, music, and culture.

Global impact of Maha Kumbh

  • Maha Kumbh has been declared as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.
  • This fair attracts tourists from all corners of the world.
  • It is seen as the identity of Indian culture and spirituality.

Summary

Mahakumbh is not only a religious festival, but it is a symbol of India’s culture, spirituality, and social unity. This event provides an opportunity to understand the deeper truth of life, follow the path of religion, and purify the soul.

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