In all the sadhus, Naga sadhus are seen with the greatest surprise and surprise. It is a matter of curiosity among the general public. If you think that being a Naga sadhu is a lot easier then this is your wrong thinking. Training of Naga sadhus is even more difficult than training the command of the army, they have to make their own donation and shraadh before taking initiation. In ancient times, the Naga sadhus were prepared like a warrior to protect the monastery in the akhadas. You will be surprised to know that in order to protect the monasteries and temples, Nag Sages have fought many wars in history. Today in this article, we will tell you all the details of Naga sadhus from their history to their initiation.
Rules of Naga Sadhus: -
Currently there are several major akhana of Naga sadhus in India. In any case, there are some rules of initiation in every arena, but there are some laws which are similar in all the decimal anarchs.
1- The observance of Brahmacharya - When any common man comes to be a Naga sage, firstly the condition of control over his self is judged. Longer celibacy is followed. In this process, not just physical brahmacharya, mental control is also known. Suddenly nobody is given the diksha. First it is decided that the seeker is completely liberated from desires and desires, or not.
2- Seva work- With brahmacharya fast, it is also necessary to have service in the mind of the seeker. It is believed that whatever a sadhu is becoming, is going to serve and protect the religion, nation and human society. In such a situation, the saint who takes initiation has to serve his master and senior sages. At the time of initiation, the position of the Brahmins is not usually less than 17-18 and they are only of Brahmin, Kshatriya and Vaishya Varna.
3- Pindand and Shraddha - The most important task before initiation is that of Shraddha and Pindada of the Self. In this process, the seeker takes his Shraddha work with his own hands as he considers himself dead for his family and society. After this, he is given a new name and new identity by the guru.
4- Renunciation of garments- Naga sadhus are not allowed to wear clothes too. If you want to wear clothes, only garlands can wear Naga Sage. She can not only wear a garment, Nagya Sage more than Garuya Garuda. Naga sadhus are allowed to consume only on the body. Sacrifice is done only for the incense.
5- Bhadsa and Rudraksh - Naga sadhus have to wear Vibhuti and Rudraksha, leaving Shiksha Sutra (peak). The Naga Sadhu has to sacrifice all his hair. He can not even have a crest on the head or he has to wear the entire jata.
6- One-time meal- Mixing Naga sadhus with night and day requires only food at one time. That meal has also been asked for alms. A Naga Sadhu has the right to take alms from as many as seven houses. If no beggary is found from seven houses, then he has to starve. In the food you get, the likes and dislikes in the eyes have to be taken eagerly.
7- Only gold on earth - Naga sadhu can not use bed, cot or any other means for sleeping. Even Naga sadhus are forbidden to sleep on the throne. Naga sadhus sleep only on earth This is a very strict rule that every Naga Sage has to follow.
8- Faith in the mantra - After the initiation, in the gurmantra met with the Guru, he has to put complete faith. All the penance of his future is based on this guru mantra.
9- Other rules- To live outside of the settlement, do not bow to anyone or condemn anybody, and salute only Sanyasis, etc. There are some other rules, which have to follow every Naga Sadhus who take initiation.
Process to be a Naga Sage: -
To become a serpent, you have to undergo such difficult exams that perhaps no ordinary person can overcome it. Nagas are prepared like army. They have to be different and special from the common world. This process takes years. Know which processes have to go through a Naga-
Investigations- Whenever a person goes to an orchard to become a monk, he is never included directly in the arena. At the level of the Arena, he investigates why he wants to become a monk? The entire background of that person and his family is seen. If Akhara feels that he is the right person to become a monk, then he gets permission to enter the arena. After entering the arena, his brahmacharya is examined. It takes 6 months to 12 years. If the akhada and the master of that person can make sure that he is eligible for initiation then he is taken to the next process.
Maha Purusha- If a person passes successfully through the examination to follow Brahmacharya, then he is made a great person with Brahmacharya. His five gurus are made. These five Guru Punch Dev or Punch God (Shiva, Vishnu, Shakti, Sun and Ganesha) are there. These things are consumed like saffron, saffron and rudraksha etc. These are symbols and ornaments of Nagas.
Avadhut - After the great men, the Nagas are made into Avadhoota. First of all he has to cut his hair. For this, the receipt of the Akhara Parishad also reduces. In the form of an avadhoota, the person who initiates initiation has to do his own sacrifice and pindand. These Pindas are the priests of the Akhara. They are dead for the world and the family. Their only aim is to protect Sanatan and Vedic religion.
Gender breach- For this process, they have to stand in the form of Naga at least 24 hours under the canopy of the akhada - without eating anything. During this time there is a penalty on his shoulder and a pottery in his hands. During this time the guards of the akhada are monitored by them. After this, the monk of the Akhara is rendered idle by giving a shaking of his penis with the Vedic Mantras. This work is also done under the flag of the Arena. After this process, the Naga becomes a monk.
The posts and rights of the Nagas - Naga sadhus have many posts. Once he becomes a Naga Sage, his posts and rights also increase. After the Naga Sadhus, can go to such positions as Mahant, Shrimant, Jatatia Mahant, Thanapati Mahant, Pir Mahant, Digambarsri, Mahamandaleshwar and Acharya Mahamandaleshwar.
Women are also made nag sadhu:
At present, women are given the initiation of Naga Sadhus in many aakhras. There is also a lot of foreign women. Although the laws of women Naga sadhu and male Naga sadhu are similar to the rules. The only difference is that the woman Naga Sadhus have to wear a pigmented garment and wear it and have to take bath. Naked baths are not allowed, even in Kumbh Mela.
Awakening is the ovation of the Nagas: -
Adarangar is not only loved by women, Nagas also like to decorate. The only difference is that the adornment material of Nagas is very different from women's cosmetics. They also care about their look and style as much as common man. According to Naga Sadhu Premanand Giri, Nagas also have their own special anchors. They are different from the common world, but are dear to the Nagas. Know how Naga Sages do their admiration-
Bhasmas-Naga sadhus are the most loved ones. All know about Lord Shiva's deliciously consumed form. Similarly, the monk of Shaiv ​​sect also places his favorite worship of Adorable on his body. After bathing in the morning every morning, Naga Sadhu first rinses on his body. This dish is also fresh. The body works as a clothing worker.
Flowers - Many Naga sadhus regularly carry floral wreaths. The flowers of Gande are most liked. The reason behind this is to keep fresh flowers from fresh flowers for longer periods. Naga sadhus plant flowers in hands, especially on their hands. Even though many monks save themselves from flowers. This is a matter of personal choice and trust.
Tilak- The Naga Sage gives the most attention on his tilak. It symbolizes both identity and power. The Naga Sadhu is very careful about this, that every day Tilak looks like one. They never change the style of their Tilak. Work so closely to apply Tilak that eat good make-up man.
Like Rudraksha - Rudraksh is also very dear to the Nagas. Rudraksh is said to have originated from Lord Shiva's tears. It is in fact the symbol of Lord Shiva. Because of this, almost all Shaiva monks wear rudraksh beads. These racks are not ordinary. These are proven for many years. These goods create an atmosphere like Aab Mandal for Nagas. It is said that if a Naga Sadhu is pleased with someone and gives his wreath to him, then he becomes very different from that person.
Nappies - Usually Naga Sages are nude, but many Naga Sages also hold dangoes. There are many reasons behind this, as the devotees have no hesitation in coming to them. Many sadhus also wear nappies under Hatha Yoga - like iron nappies, silver nappies, wooden nappies. It is also like a tenacity.
Weapons - Nagas are considered not just saints but warriors. They are masters of mastery, artificial and strong body in the art of war. Often Naga sadhas carry with them sword, axis or trident. These weapons are the evidence of their being the warrior, and they are also part of their look.
Extractor - It is compulsory to keep the tongs in the nagas. The most important thing is that the work of tongs is only in Ramna. There is also spare parts and tools too. This is an important part of Nagas' personality. There is also a mention of many places that many monks used to bless their devotees only with tongs. If Maharaj's pinch is felt, then he should cross the naya.
Gemstones - Many Naga Sadhus also carry garlands of gems. Naga, which contain expensive gems such as coral, topaz, ruby ​​etc., are the ones who hold the gems. They do not have money with money, but these gems are an essential part of their adornment.
Jataa is also the biggest identity of Naga sadhus. Thick fat cats are also treated with the same protection. They are washed with black soil. Sun is dried in the light. They are also decorating the Naga of your hair. Some flowers, with some Rudrakshs, adorn the jets with some other beads.
Beard like a beard is also known to be the bearded sergeant. It is also maintained in the same way as the caterpillars. Naga Sadhus keep their beards clean with complete protection.
Apparel Tarmes - The way Lord Shiva worships the tiger, that is, wearing the skin of the lion, so many Nagas wear the skins of the Sage animals - like deer or lions. However, now due to the stringent laws on hunting and animal skin, it is difficult to find animal skins, yet many sadhus may have animal skins seen.
History of Naga Sadhus: -
The founding of the present form of Indian Sanatan Dharma was laid by Adiguru Shankaracharya. Shankar was born in the middle of the 8th century when the condition and direction of Indian masses was not very good. All the attackers from India's wealth estate were coming here. Some took that treasure back with them, then some were fascinated by the divine aura of India that settled here, but overall peace was restrained in general. God, religion, theology had to face all kinds of challenges, logic, weapon and science. In such a way, Shankaracharya took several steps to establish Sanatan Dharma, one of which was to build four backs on the four corners of the country. It was Govardhan Peetha, Sharda Peeth, Dwarka Peeth and Jyotirmartha Peeth. Apart from this, Adiguru started the establishment of Akhad in the form of armed branches of various religions of Sanatan Dharma in order to combat those who looted the property of the monasteries and to harass the devotees.
Adiguru Shankaracharya felt that it was not enough to counter these challenges in the era of social upheaval, only with spiritual power. He stressed that by exercising a young monk, strengthening his body and gaining skill in running the weapon. Therefore, there was a monastery where such exercises or weapon operations were practiced, such monasteries were called as the orchards. In the language of colloquial language also the akhaadas are called places where the wrestlers learn to exercise in the tactics. Many more arena came into existence in time. Shankaracharya suggested to the akharas that use force on the need to protect monasteries, temples and pilgrims. In this way, during this time of external attacks, these aakhras worked as a protective shield. Many times local King-Maharaj used to take help of sadhus in the event of foreign invasion. In history there are descriptions of many glorious battles in which more than 40 thousand Naga warriors took part. After attacking Gokul after Ahmad Shah Abdali by Mathura-Vrindavan, the Naga Sadhus protected Gokul by fighting his army.
Major congregations of Naga sadhus: -
After India's independence these akhadas abandoned their military character. The head of these akharas emphasized that their followers should live in modest life while studying and complying with the consensual values ​​of Indian culture and philosophy. At present, there are 13 major akhandas in which there are prominent at the top of each. Here are brief descriptions of these major akras: -
1. Shri Niranjani Akhara: - The Akhara was established in Mandvi of Gujarat in 826 AD. His devoted God is Lord Shankar's son Kartik Swami. These are Digambar, Sadhu, Mahant and Mahamandaleshwar. Their branches are in Allahabad, Ujjain, Haridwar, Trimbakeshwar and Udaipur.
2. Mr. Junadutt or Juna Akhara: - This ishana was established in 1145 in Karnprayag of Uttarakhand. It is also called Bhairav ​​Akhara. His deviant god is Rudravarta Dattatreya. Its center is considered on the Hanuman Ghat of Varanasi. There is an ashram near the Mayadevi temple in Haridwar. When the Naga Sadhus of this akhada rides towards the confluence for the royal baths, the rest of the world including the devotees who come in the fair stops to see that wonderful scene.
3. Shri Mahanirvana Akhara: - The Akhara was established in 681 AD, some believe that it was born in the Baijnath Dham of Bihar-Jharkhand, while some consider its birth place near the Nil section in Haridwar. His fate is Dev Kapil Mahamuni. Their branches are in Allahabad, Haridwar, Ujjain, Trimbakeshwar, Omkareshwar and Kankhal. Pages of history show that in the year 1260, 22 thousand Naga sadhus, led by Mahant Ishwar Giri, rescued the temple at Kankhal from the occupation of the invading army.
4. Shri Atal Akhada: - This akhada was established in 569 AD in Gondwana area. Their devout God is Lord Ganesha. It is considered one of the oldest arena. Its main back is in Patan but ashram is also in Kankhal, Haridwar, Allahabad, Ujjain and Trimbakeshwar.
5. Sri Avelan Akhara: - The Akhara was established in 646 and recombined in 1603. His beloved Gods are Shri Dattatreya and Shri Gajanan. Kashi is the central location of this area. Its ashram is also in Rishikesh. Swami Anupagiri and Umrao Giri are among the principal saints of this arena.
6. Shri Anand Akhara: - This ishana was established in Berar in Madhya Pradesh in 855 AD. Its center is in Varanasi. Its branches are also in Allahabad, Haridwar, Ujjain.
7. Shri Panchagani Arena: - This akhaadha was established in 1136. They are favored Dev Gayatri and their main center is Kashi. The members of the four included the Shankaracharya, Brahmachari, Sadhu and Mahamandaleshwar. Traditionally, their branches are in Allahabad, Haridwar, Ujjain and Trimbakeshwar.
8. Shri Nagakthi Gorakhnatha Akhada: - This akhada was established in the year 866 on the Ahilya-Godavari Sangam. Their founder is Pir Sivanathaji. Their main god is Gorakhnath, and they are twelve cult. This community is popularly known as Yogini Kaul and it is known as Trimbakeshwar branch of Trimbakmathika.
9. Shri Vaishnava Akhada: - This Balanand Akhara was established in 1595 in Daraganj in Sri Mudmurrari. Over time, they have three sects, nameless, Nirvani, Khaki etc. Their arena was near the Maruti temple in Trimbakeshwar. Until 1848, the Shahi bath used to be in Trimbakeshwar only. But in 1848, who had the first bath in Shaiva and Vaishnava saints, fights on this issue. Shrimant Peshwaji wiped out this quarrel. At that time he took a bath at Chakrithirtha near Trimbakeshwar. From 1932 they started bathing in Nashik. Even today, this bath is only in Nashik.
10. Shri Nasheen Panchayati Bada Akhada: - The founder of this sect, Shri Chandracharya is indifferent. They have communal distinctions. Among them, there is more number of nostalgic monks, men and Mahamandaleshwars. Their branches are in Prayag, Haridwar, Ujjain, Trimbakeshwar, Bhadaini, Kankhal, Sahebganj, Multan, Nepal and Madras.
11. Shri Nishin New Arena: - It is divided by some jungles of the large depressed arena and divided it. His promoter was Sudhirdasji. These branches are available in Haridwar, Ujjain, Trimbakeshwar.
12. Shri Nirmal Panchayati Akhara: - This ishana was established in 1784. During the Haridwar Kumbh Mela in 1784, it was established by Shri Durgasinh Maharaj, by exchange of views in a large assembly. His favored book is Sri Guru Granth Sahib. Among them, there is a lot of communal monks, men and Mahamandaleshwars. Their branches are in Prayag, Haridwar, Ujjain and Trimbakeshwar.
13. Nirmohi Akhara: - Nirmohi Akhara was established in 1720 by Ramanandacharya. The monastery and temple in this arena are in Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat and Bihar. In ancient times, its followers were also given archery and fencing education.
Dear Reader, My name is Manisha Dubey Jha. I have been blogging for 3 years and through the Fast Read.in I have been giving important educational content as far as possible to the reader. Hope you like everyone, please share your classmate too. As a literature person, I am very passionate about reading and participating in my thoughts on paper. So what is better than adopting writing as a profession? With over three years of experience in the given area, I am making an online reputation for my clients. If any mistakes or wrong in the article, please suggest us @ [email protected]
Read More.