Why don’t Naga Sadhu cut their hair?What is the secret behind this?
Why don’t Naga Sadhu cut their hair? The preparations for the Mahakumbh are underway in Prayagraj. Naga sadhu has become the main attraction in the Kumbh Mela. Everyone is interested in seeing Naga sadhu and knowing the secrets of their lives. Similarly, the hair of Naga sadhu’s is said to be a means of attraction for them. But do you know, why do Naga sadhu’s not cut their hair? Why do they keep growing their hair? you may also read this story Who are female Naga Sadhu?
Naga sadhu have a different belief about cutting their hair. They believe that cutting their hair will free them from family ties. They consider it a way to renounce material pleasures. On the other hand, cutting their hair is said to be an integral part of the penance and meditation of Naga sadhu’s .Naga sadhu are devotees of Lord Shiva. They do not cut their hair to please the Lord. They believe that cutting their hair displeases Lord Shiva. It is said that if a Naga sadhu cuts his hair, his penance is half fulfilled. know you can read this story How does a Nag Sadhus bathe during her period?
The process of becoming a Naga sadhu is very difficult. This process takes 12 years. There are 3 stages for a person to become a Naga sadhu. The first stage is called Mahapuran, the second stage is called Abhuta, and the third stage is called Digambara. When a person wants to become a Naga sadhu, first his hair is cut. After that, they never cut their hair. This is said to be an identification of their faith with penance.
