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Who are Naga Sadhus and why are they so special in Sanatan Dharma?
The authentic name of Hinduism is Sanatan Dharma. It is an ancient philosophy of living an ideal life that believes in coexistence with nature. This way of life can lead to self-understanding and tranquility.
The Beauty of Hinduism: Every year, millions of people around the globe visit India to learn about Sanatan Dharma. Interestingly, many fall in love with the culture and remain in the country.
The world’s greatest gathering Mahakumbh is the primary attraction for these people. It is the most sacred gathering in the world, where seekers and sages share their knowledge and develop new policies to learn how to uplift their human consciousness.
The fascinating thing is that Sanatan Dharma doesn’t represent any religion. It is a harmonious way of life, so there is no fear of assertive conversions. Sanatan Dharma is an inclusive philosophy that allows everyone to freely practice with their own faith and learn more about the inner dimension of human consciousness. Yoga, Karma, and Moksha are a major part of this culture.
Hence, this culture signifies Dharma, and not the religion, which means the eternal obligations for humanity and the cosmos.
For instance, a tree’s purpose is to give shade and fruit. Similarly, a river’s character or dharma is to flow and fulfill the thirst of all beings with its freshwater. Sanatani people see nature as a living entity that is performing her Dharma. Every Sanatani sage teaches the importance of safeguarding Mother Nature for future generations.
Here, the term Dharma means duty or righteousness. All the Naga Sadhus are the savior of the Dharma. They represent the sacrifices of material desires and physical existence.
These Naga sadhus love to perform penance in the caves of the Himalayas. They are mostly devotees of lord Shiva and love to smear Bhasma (ashes) on their bodies. Smearing Bhasma means this world is destroyable. Nothing is permanent in this world. Change is the only constant thing for them.
