Kanwar Yatra: A Path To Lord Shiva's Blessings

Jul 20, 2024 Tarang Mathur

The Kanwar Yatra 2024 runs from July 22 to August 2, ending on Sawan Shivratri

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The first Sawan Shivratri water offering was on July 16, and the second will be on August 15

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Pilgrims, known as Kanvarias, walk barefoot in saffron attire, carrying a bamboo pole with clay pots (kanvar) to collect holy water for Lord Shiva

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The holy water is used for abhishekam, offering it to the Shivling in gratitude, while ensuring the pots never touch the ground

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The pilgrimage aims to calm the mind, inspire thoughts, and bring blessings, with strict rules on transportation, diet, and handling the kanvar

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Ravana was the first Kanvaria, using Ganga water to aid Lord Shiva, linking the yatra to the Samudra Manthan where Shiva became Neelkanth

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Completing the yatra is believed to fulfill desires, and serving Kanvarias is considered auspicious

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