Did you know that the Kumbh Mela is not of just one type? 🧵
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The Kumbh Mela is of four types Kumbh, Ardh Kumbh, Purna Kumbh, and Maha Kumbh. The Kumbh Mela is celebrated based on the positions of celestial bodies. The timing of the year also plays a significant role in its organization. Each Kumbh Mela holds its own unique significance. Read more about it below…
#MahaKumbh2025 #Mahakumbh
The Kumbh Mela is of four types Kumbh, Ardh Kumbh, Purna Kumbh, and Maha Kumbh. The Kumbh Mela is celebrated based on the positions of celestial bodies. The timing of the year also plays a significant role in its organization. Each Kumbh Mela holds its own unique significance. Read more about it below…
Four Types of Kumbh Mela
The Kumbh Mela is of four types Kumbh, Ardh Kumbh, Purna Kumbh, and Maha Kumbh. Each is celebrated based on astrological calculations. Astrologers observe the movement of celestial bodies to determine the date and year of the Kumbh Mela. Many people still do not understand the differences between these and consider them the same. Hence, we have explained the significance of each type in detail.
The Kumbh Mela is of four types Kumbh, Ardh Kumbh, Purna Kumbh, and Maha Kumbh. Each is celebrated based on astrological calculations. Astrologers observe the movement of celestial bodies to determine the date and year of the Kumbh Mela. Many people still do not understand the differences between these and consider them the same. Hence, we have explained the significance of each type in detail.
Kumbh Mela
You might know that the Kumbh Mela is celebrated every 12 years. Four locations in India (bharat)
Ujjain, Nashik, Prayagraj, and Haridwarare chosen alternately for this event. During the Kumbh Mela, people take a holy dip in the sacred rivers flowing through these cities. These rivers are the Ganga (Haridwar), Shipra (Ujjain), Godavari (Nashik), and the confluence of three rivers (Triveni Sangam) in Prayagraj.
You might know that the Kumbh Mela is celebrated every 12 years. Four locations in India (bharat)
Ujjain, Nashik, Prayagraj, and Haridwarare chosen alternately for this event. During the Kumbh Mela, people take a holy dip in the sacred rivers flowing through these cities. These rivers are the Ganga (Haridwar), Shipra (Ujjain), Godavari (Nashik), and the confluence of three rivers (Triveni Sangam) in Prayagraj.
Ardh Kumbh Mela
When the Kumbh Mela is celebrated every 6 years, it is called the Ardh Kumbh Mela. This sacred event takes place at only two locations Haridwar and Prayagraj. “Ardh” means “half,” and hence, it is held every 6 years. While the Kumbh Mela occurs every 12 years, the Ardh Kumbh Mela is organized midway, every 6 years.
When the Kumbh Mela is celebrated every 6 years, it is called the Ardh Kumbh Mela. This sacred event takes place at only two locations Haridwar and Prayagraj. “Ardh” means “half,” and hence, it is held every 6 years. While the Kumbh Mela occurs every 12 years, the Ardh Kumbh Mela is organized midway, every 6 years.
Purna Kumbh Mela
The Kumbh Mela celebrated every 12 years is called the Purna Kumbh Mela. It takes place only in Prayagraj. The Purna Kumbh is also referred to as the Maha Kumbh. The upcoming Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj in 2025 will be a Purna Kumbh Mela. The last time Prayagraj hosted the Kumbh Mela was in 2013. This type of Kumbh Mela is considered highly auspicious and holds immense religious significance.
The Kumbh Mela celebrated every 12 years is called the Purna Kumbh Mela. It takes place only in Prayagraj. The Purna Kumbh is also referred to as the Maha Kumbh. The upcoming Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj in 2025 will be a Purna Kumbh Mela. The last time Prayagraj hosted the Kumbh Mela was in 2013. This type of Kumbh Mela is considered highly auspicious and holds immense religious significance.
Maha Kumbh Mela
When the Kumbh Mela is held after every 144 years, it is called the Maha Kumbh Mela. This grand event takes place only in Prayagraj. Such a Kumbh Mela is extremely rare, making it even more special. The Maha Kumbh occurs after 12 Purna Kumbhs. Millions of people celebrate this significant event.
When the Kumbh Mela is held after every 144 years, it is called the Maha Kumbh Mela. This grand event takes place only in Prayagraj. Such a Kumbh Mela is extremely rare, making it even more special. The Maha Kumbh occurs after 12 Purna Kumbhs. Millions of people celebrate this significant event.
How Do Astrologers Decide the Location for Kumbh Mela?
The selection of the location for the Kumbh Mela is determined based on astrological calculations. Astrologers and leaders of Akharas come together to decide the site where the Kumbh Mela will be held. They observe the positions of two key planets in Hindu astrology—Jupiter (Guru) and the Sun (Surya)—to reach a decision. Jupiter is referred to as “Guru” because he is considered the teacher of the gods, and the Sun is regarded as the most prominent planet in Hindu astrology.
The selection of the location for the Kumbh Mela is determined based on astrological calculations. Astrologers and leaders of Akharas come together to decide the site where the Kumbh Mela will be held. They observe the positions of two key planets in Hindu astrology—Jupiter (Guru) and the Sun (Surya)—to reach a decision. Jupiter is referred to as “Guru” because he is considered the teacher of the gods, and the Sun is regarded as the most prominent planet in Hindu astrology.
1.Haridwar: The Maha Kumbh is held in Haridwar when Jupiter is in Aquarius (Kumbha Rashi) and the Sun is in Aries (Mesha Rashi).
2.Ujjain: The Kumbh Mela is celebrated in Ujjain when the Sun is in Aries (Mesha Rashi) and Jupiter is in Leo (Simha Rashi).
3.Nashik: The Maha Kumbh is held in Nashik when both the Sun and Jupiter are in the celestial constellation of Leo (Simha Rashi).
4.Prayagraj: The Maha Kumbh takes place in Prayagraj when Jupiter is in Taurus (Vrishabha Rashi) and the Sun is in Capricorn (Makara Rashi).
2.Ujjain: The Kumbh Mela is celebrated in Ujjain when the Sun is in Aries (Mesha Rashi) and Jupiter is in Leo (Simha Rashi).
3.Nashik: The Maha Kumbh is held in Nashik when both the Sun and Jupiter are in the celestial constellation of Leo (Simha Rashi).
4.Prayagraj: The Maha Kumbh takes place in Prayagraj when Jupiter is in Taurus (Vrishabha Rashi) and the Sun is in Capricorn (Makara Rashi).
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‘एव मुक्त्वाद गता गंगा कलया वन संस्थिता गंगेश्वेरं तु यः पश्येत स्नात्वा शिप्राम्भासि प्रिये।।
‘एव मुक्त्वाद गता गंगा कलया वन संस्थिता गंगेश्वेरं तु यः पश्येत स्नात्वा शिप्राम्भासि प्रिये।।
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