Ujjain, June 28: The Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple witnessed a magnificent Bhasma Aarti of Baba Mahakal on the occasion of Jyestha Shukla Paksha Chaturdashi. A large number of devotees gathered in the temple complex to witness this divine spectacle. Many devotees queued up since late night to have darshan of Baba Mahakal.
Early Sunday morning, after seeking the blessings of Lord Veerabhadra, the temple doors were opened with the sound of drums and trumpets. As the devotees caught their first glimpse of Baba Mahakal following the divine adornment and Bhasma Aarti, the entire temple complex resonated with chants of “Jai Shri Mahakal.” The atmosphere was filled with the sounds of bells, conch shells, and the recitation of mantras.
With the opening of the Mahakal temple doors, the water abhishekam of Lord Mahakal commenced amidst the chanting of mantras. The deity was bathed with Panchamrit, made from milk, yogurt, ghee, sugar, and fruit juices. Baba Mahakal was adorned with bhang, and his forehead was embellished with a crescent moon, trident, and the symbol of Om.
The temple priest conducted the Maha Aarti, and a significant number of devotees witnessed the Bhasma Aarti of Baba Mahakal. Many devotees had stood in line since the previous night to seek the blessings of their beloved deity.
Traditionally, Mahakal was offered ashes from the cremation ground, but now, a special preparation using cow dung from the Kapila cow and medicinal herbs is utilized for the Bhasma. During the Bhasma Aarti, men are required to wear traditional dhoti-sola, while women must wear sarees.
The Aarti of Baba Mahakal is renowned across the country and abroad, attracting not only the general public but also prominent personalities. To maintain order around the temple during this event, a significant number of police personnel are deployed.
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