New Delhi: Magh Mela organized in Prayagraj is considered to be a wonderful confluence of faith, penance and meditation. Every year lakhs of devotees come here and take bath in Triveni Sangam and experience spiritual peace. According to religious beliefs, the deeds done in Magh Mela not only destroy sins but also pave the way for salvation.

Participating in the Magh Mela is not limited to just taking a dip in the Sangam. It is told in the scriptures and traditions that by following some special rules and practices during this period, the virtue increases manifold. Along with bathing, Kalpvas, charity, meditation and company of saints are considered essential parts of Magh Mela.

Importance of holy bath in Triveni Sangam

All the devotees who come to Magh Mela take a holy bath in Triveni Sangam. It is believed that a bath taken here destroys all the sins of a person and leads him to spiritual progress. During Magh Mela, bathing on Purnima Tithi, Mauni Amavasya, Basant Panchami and Mahashivratri is considered especially fruitful. According to religious belief, taking a bath in the Sangam during Magh Mela leads to salvation.

practice of penance and restraint

Kalpvas has special significance during Magh Mela. During Kalpavas, devotees reside on the banks of the river and follow rules like fasting, penance and chanting mantras. This sadhana is considered a medium of spiritual purification. Kalpavas is generally observed for a whole month, however, if there is paucity of time, it can be observed for a few days also. Celibacy, simple life and vegetarian food are followed during this period.

Spiritual knowledge is obtained from the sermons of sages and saints.

During Magh Mela, sages and saints from all over the country give their sermons. By listening to these sermons, devotees gain spiritual knowledge and mental ignorance is removed. If it is not possible to listen to sermons, then studying religious books is also considered beneficial. It is believed that the knowledge gained from saints at pilgrimage sites guides one throughout life.

Spiritual peace through yoga and meditation

Devotees coming to Magh Mela should also take out some time in solitude for yoga and meditation. By doing this, positive energy is transmitted and the lamp of truth and peace is lit in the mind. Yoga and meditation increases concentration and strengthens self-confidence.

Special results of charity and temple darshan

Along with taking Sangam bath, visiting the temples located in Prayagraj is also considered an important part of Magh Mela. With this the devotees get blessings from God. There is also a tradition of donating as per one’s capacity. It is believed that donating brings spiritual happiness and also receives blessings from ancestors.