Who is a Naga Baba?

The Naga Sadhus are Shaivites (the followers of the Lord Shiva) and they live in the Himalayas. The Kumbh Mela is the only time of the year during which they come down to the plains and it is therefore, an occasion of great significance to them. It is also the only time of the year when one can become a Naga Sadhu.

Are Naga Sadhus and Aghoris same?

Naga Sadhu and Aghori baba are both non-vegetarians. So, we can say that both Naga Sadhus and Aghoris eat meat but only Aghori baba’s consume human flesh. They focus on peace. Aghoris are the form of Lord Shiva and there is a belief that the Aghori baba are the living form of Lord Shiva in the Kaliyuga.

What Naga sadhus eat?

Naga Sadhu and Aghori baba are both non-vegetarians. Some Naga Sadhus are vegetarian also. So, we can say that both Naga Sadhus and Aghoris eat meat but only Aghori baba’s consume human flesh.

What is the difference between Naga Sadhus and Aghori Baba?

Naga Sadhus preaches and teaches humans about the special grace of God, while Agghori Baba has some black magic powers and with the help of it they help humans. So we can say that, both Naga Sadhus and Aghori baba through their austerities have spiritual powers which they use to help and heal people but Aghori’s also have some black magic powers.

Where is Aghori Baba now?

But Aghori Baba does not seem to be seen anywhere. They only reside in the crematorium. Naga Sadhus take part in Kumbh Mela and then move to the Himalayas. So, Naga Sadhus live in Akharas or himalayas and usually visit the civilisation during the Mahakumbh festival in India to take part in the holy dip.

Where do Naga Sadhus live in India?

Naga Sadhus take part in Kumbh Mela and then move to the Himalayas. So, Naga Sadhus live in Akharas or himalayas and usually visit the civilisation during the Mahakumbh festival in India to take part in the holy dip. It is said that after seeing Naga Sadhu, Aghori Baba’s darsghan are equivalent to seeing the Lord Shiva.

How to become a Naga sadhu?

The process of becoming a Naga Sadhu is said to be completed when Guru’s teachings are gained in a proper way. After serving the Guru, they can reach to the next step of becoming Naga Sadhu. No doubt Naga Sadhus are trained warriors.