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Devotees witness the divine presence of 12 Jyotirlingas, adorned with over 5.5 crore 'Rudraksha Malas' and 11,000 'trishuls' which shows the ages-old spiritual heritage of India.
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Rudraksha, a dried seed from the rudraksha tree, is considered a divine item in the Hindu religion. The word rudraksha comes from the words 'Rudra" (name of Shiva) and "Aksha" meaning tears. Rudraksha beads are considered holy and are said to bring peace and prosperity.
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According to Hindu mythology, the 12 Jyotirlingas are sacred sites dedicated to the lord Shiva. The 12 Jyotirlingas are - Somnath, Nageshwar, Bhimashankar, Trimbakeshwar, Grishneshwar, Vaidyanath, Mahakaleshwar, Omkareshwar, Kashi Vishwanath, Kedarnath, Rameshwaram, and Mallikarjuna.
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The Mahakumbh has witnessed the ever-increasing participation of men and women along with saints of different faiths of Sanatan in Prayagraj. People in a large number are reaching Kumbh Mela to experience the confluence of India's religious and cultural heritage.
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A sadhu wearing Rudraksha offers prayer to Lord Shiva during Magh Mela, in Prayagraj. It is believed that one may receive the blessings of lord Shiva by worshipping Shivlinga.