Into the territory of Naga Sadhus

Into the territory of the Naga Sadhus

The Naga Sadhus are Shaivites (followers of Lord Shiva) and live in the Himalayas

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The Kumbh Mela is the only time of the year during which they come down to the plains and it is therefore, an occasion of great significance to them

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The Naga Sadhus have relinquished all the material pleasures and desires of the world in order to lead an astute ascetic life

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They don't believe in clothing themselves and can be seen walking naked. They have also takenvows of celibacy

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The sight of their ash-covered bodies and matted dreadlocks can be both terrifying and fascinating for many visitors and offer a glimpse into a life without any lust or desire

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In order to become a Naga Sadhu, one has to renounce the desires of material comfort, both in body and mind, and gain complete mastery over one’s emotions, particularly lust. Only after that, are they granted Diksha, or the permission to become a Naga Sadhu

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The Nagas inculcate habits that they believe will elebvate them to the levls that will set thier soul free of the birth'death cycle

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The process of becoming a Naga Sadhu is very complex and it is not as if you decide and become one overnight. Various harrowing stages need to be passed to achieve your goal of becoming a Naga. Only some can become a Sadhu. There are several challenging exercises, which even armies across the globe will find hard to perform

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