Nag devta facts: Religious belief is that by worshiping the serpent with true heart, snake fear, disease, enemy obstruction and untimely or accidental death are protected. The Nagas are worshiped on Nag Panchami, but there are many other interesting information and beliefs related to the serpent god, which you may not know. Here 20 such interesting information is being given for you:Also Read: Why bread is not made on Nag Panchami, why not offer Tawa on the stove?
1. Symbol of immortality: Nag is considered a symbol of immortality, because they remove their skin, ie the earthworm and give themselves a new life. It is an indicator of rebirth and new life.
2. Residents of Patal Lok: According to religious beliefs, Naga resides in the Hades and his king Sheshnag.
3. Nag and Lord Shiva: Nagas have the deepest connection with Lord Shiva. They are always seated as a necklace around their neck, which is called Vasuki Nag. It is a symbol of strength and control.
4. Nag and Lord Vishnu: Lord Vishnu is seated on the Sheshnag in the Ksheer Sea. Sheshnag has been called infinite.
5. Krishna and Kalia Nag: According to mythology, Lord Krishna took Kalia Nag out of the Yamuna river and danced to his fun.
6. Residence of Nagas: Nag is believed to live inside the earth and they play an important role in maintaining the balance of the earth.
7. Importance of Nag Panchami: Worshiping the serpents on the day of Nag Panchami removes the fear of snake bite and the inauspicious effects of Rahu-Ketu are also less.
8. Nag Total: In Hinduism, 12 clans or types of serpents are mentioned, including Vasuki, Shesh, Padma, Mahapadma, Taksha, Kulir, Karkotak, Shankhapal, Shankhchud, Dhritarashtra, Kalia and Pingal.
9. Snake and Water: Nagas are considered to be related to water. Therefore, they are often offered milk and water on Nag Panchami and their famous mantra: Chanting ‘Om Namo Bhagwate Vasukininathay’ is fruitful on Nagpanchami.
10. The reason for the worship of Nag Devta: It is believed that they protect the fields and home by worshiping serpents as deities.Also Read: When will the festival of Nag Panchami be, what is the auspicious time of worship
11. Nag Devta in temples: Statues of Nag Devta are installed in many temples. Often statues of Nag Devta are also found in Shiva temples.
12. Drinking milk of snakes: There is a tradition of feeding serpents, but from scientifically it is harmful to their health. Therefore, they should offer water instead of milk.
13. Nag and Indra Dev: The worship of serpents is also related to rain. It is believed that it rains by the grace of Indra Dev and the serpents are also worshiped for good rain.
14. Security of serpents: Indian culture is prohibited to kill serpents. He is considered a ‘friend of a farmer’, as they eat rats and other insects and protect crops.
15. Nag and Astrology: In astrology, Rahu and Ketu are seen as serpents. Rahu is considered to be the head of Nag and Ketu as the tail of the serpent.
16. Relations with Pitra Dosha: Nagas are also considered a symbol of ancestors. Therefore, Pitra dosha is also removed from Nag Puja.
17. Snake who fulfills vow: In some places, serpents are also considered to be the deity who fulfills vow.
18. Knowledge of serpents: According to the Puranas, the serpents have a store of knowledge. Sheshnag has wearing the entire earth on his tongue.
19. Relation of human and snake: Many folklore find stories of friendship between serpents and humans.
20. Scientific importance of Nag Puja: Worshiping the serpents increases awareness about snakes and people stop killing them, which keeps the balance of the environment.
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