Different Forms of Kumbh

Elemental Meaning of Kumbh Kumbh is the confluence of all our cultures. It is the symbol of spiritual awakening. It is the eternal flow of humanity. It is the surge of rivers, forests and the ancient wisdom of the sages. It is the flow of life itself. It is the symbol of the confluenceof nature and humanity. Kumbh is the source of all energy. Kumbh makes humankind realize this world and the other, sinsand blessings, wisdom and ignorance, darkness and light. Holy rivers are the symbols of the lyricalflow of humanity. Rivers are indicators of the flow of water of life in the human body itself. Inthe human body that is an embodiment of home,nothing is possible without the five elements. The elements–fire, wind, water, earthand sky–symbolize the human body. The great sage-poet Sant Kabir hasexplained this sublime thought in his typical manner. The Himalaya is the abode of the soul of the gods. The Holy Ganga embarks upon its journey from there, encompassing the forests, the mountain sages and the culture of the villages. The Yamunais a co-traveler as it putsan end to all sins, and it is known variously as Tripathga, Shivpuri and other names. This is the Ganga that liberated the children of the Suryavanshi king Sagar. Its holy water is considered nectar itself.