Magha Masam: Attain Vaikuntha and Destroy Sins with River Bathing

• Vedic scholar Subrahmanyam Sharma highlights the scriptural importance of Nadi Snanam (river bath) in Magha Masam for sin destruction and spiritual merit.
• Ancient texts state that bathing in rivers before sunrise during Magha Masam offers merits equivalent to bathing in Prayag.
• Scientific belief suggests that special sun rays during Magha Masam, particularly ultraviolet rays, enhance body energy, enthusiasm, and immunity.
• Performing Magha Snanam, despite the cold, is believed to strengthen both physical and mental fortitude, acting as a spiritual discipline.
• Acts of charity like donating sesame seeds, clothes, and food (annadanam) during Magha Masam are considered highly meritorious, leading to longevity, health, and family well-being.

Why It Matters: Magha Masam river baths and charity offer spiritual purification, physical health, and mental strength, leading to Vaikuntha.