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News Topical, Digital Desk : The holy month of Sawan is a great festival of worship and devotion to Lord Shiva. During this (Sawan 2025), Shiva devotees bring water from holy rivers, especially Ganga, from far and wide and offer it to the Shivalinga. This holy journey is called Kanwar Yatra, and the most important thing in this is to walk with the Kanwar on the shoulder. This is not just a religious ritual, but there are deep religious and mythological beliefs behind it. Let us know about it in detail.
The reason for keeping the Kavad on the shoulder (Why is the Kavad kept on the shoulder?)
Kanwar Yatra is a symbol of unwavering dedication and devotion towards Lord Shiva. Walking with Kanwar on the shoulder is a kind of penance for the devotees. During this, the devotees suffer physical pain, but their faith in Lord Shiva does not diminish even a bit. This also shows that the devotees are ready to face any difficulty for Lord Shiva.
The mystery is related to Shiva and Ravana
There are many mythological stories behind the beginning of Kanwar Yatra, one of the most popular stories is related to Lankapati Ravana. It is believed that Ravana was an ardent devotee of Lord Shiva. When Ravana tried to lift Mount Kailash, Lord Shiva became angry. Ravana accepted his mistake and anointed Lord Shiva with Ganga water to please him.
It is said that Ravana was the first one to bring Gangajal in a Kaanvad using a special method. He used Kaanvad to bring that water and brought it on his shoulder. Following this tradition, even today Shiva devotees walk with Kaanvad on their shoulders.
Religious Importance (Kawad Yatra 2025 Significance)
It is believed that by doing Kanwar Yatra , all sins are destroyed. It is believed that by carrying the holy Ganga water on the shoulder, all the sins of the devotees are washed away and they attain salvation. Along with this, the blessings of the God of Gods are received and auspiciousness comes in life.
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