Jumna
deity water Hindu single tradition · 1
The Jumna (Yamuna) is a sacred river goddess venerated in Hinduism, counted among the three sacred streams that converge at Allahabad's Triveni Sangam. Devotees bathe in her waters during festivals like the Magh-mela and Kumbh-mela, seeking purification and blessings. Her presence at the confluence contributes to the city's status as a premier Hindu pilgrimage destination.
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“It owes its sanctity to its being the reputed confluence of three sacred streams—the Ganges, the Jumna and the Saraswati.”
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