Impara a pronunciare Mahamastakabhisheka

Mahamastakabhisheka is a significant Jain festival celebrated once every 12 years, primarily at the Digambara sacred complex in Shravanabelagola, Karnataka that involves anointing, or consecrating, the statue of Lord Bahubali, a revered figure in Jainism, with sacred liquids. The word "Mahamastakabhisheka" translates to "great head anointing". Key aspects of Mahamastakabhisheka: Celebration: A grand celebration and ritual dedicated to Lord Bahubali. Frequency: Held once every 12 years. Location: Primarily celebrated at Shravanabelagola, Karnataka, home to the colossal Gommateshwara statue of Bahubali. Ritual: Involves anointing the statue with sacred materials like milk, curd, sugarcane juice, and saffron paste, among others. Purpose: To honor Bahubali and seek his blessings and good fortune. Significance: A major event in Jainism, drawing thousands of devotees. Related information: Gommateshwara Statue: The Mahamastakabhisheka is centered around the iconic 57-foot-tall monolit