Kashi, which is called Moksha Nagari, the Holi of Masan is not just a tradition, but a unique festival depicting the deep philosophy of death and life. Every year, this Holi played with the ashes of pyre at Mahasmshan Manikarnika Ghat is full of mystery and thrill for people from all over the world. But do you know that if this tradition is broken even once, it can have a deep impact on Kashi and the life cycle here?
Why is Masan ki Holi necessary?
It is believed in Kashi that even death opens the door to salvation. In this abode of Mahadev, death is a celebration, not mourning. Holi of Masan is a symbol of this philosophy, where the ashes of death are mixed with the colors of life. This tradition teaches that death is not the end, but the beginning of a new life. If this ritual is not performed even once, it is believed that the souls of the dead bodies remain incomplete and do not get salvation. This tradition is not only religious, but is also considered necessary to balance the spiritual energy of Kashi.
Belief of the saints of the crematorium
This tradition is performed by the people of the Aghori sect and the Dom community. Aghoris believe that this ritual is a part of Mahadev's Tantra Sadhana, in which the cycle of life and death is accepted equally. If this tradition is broken, the spiritual balance of Kashi may be disturbed.
What will happen if Holi of Masan is not performed?
- It is believed that if this ritual is not performed, then the souls coming to Manikarnika Ghat may face obstacles in attaining salvation.
- Negative energy may be transmitted in the spiritual environment of Kashi.
- There is a belief in the local society that this may cause unrest and natural disasters in the city.
– It will also affect the livelihood of the Dom community and the Aghori sect, because this tradition is linked to their centuries-old religious customs.
Tourist attraction
Nowadays, this festival has become a tourist attraction, but the religious and spiritual significance hidden behind it is getting lost somewhere. Masan ki Holi is not just a spectacle, but a practice of balancing life and death.
Part of Mahadev's eternal leela
Masan ki Holi is not just a game of ashes, but a ritual that keeps Kashi's spiritual cycle alive. If this tradition is broken even once, it will affect not only religion, but also the soul of Kashi. This is the reason why this ritual is performed every year with full devotion and faith—whether time or era changes. Celebrating death in Kashi is a part of Mahadev's eternal leela, and Masan ki Holi is a living proof of this leela.
