Shri Masta nathji

Shri Masta nathji

According to natha-yogis and in particular to yogis of Aai-panth, Siddha Baba Mastanath is recognized by one of last avatars of Guru Gorakshanath in the human form that could be approximately in the end of a XVIII-th century.

Being the great yogi, Baba Mastanath had a significant influence on the development of modern Natha-sampradaya and played a large role in establishing the influence of Nath in Haryana (at that time a part of Punjab state) and in its district. The biggest establishment of Nath in India - Asthal Bohar — was founded by Baba Mastanath which all life is surrounded by numerous stories about his wonderful deeds.

Also in North India, there are many places associated with his name, most of them are now in Haryana. He showed a great example of self-denial and tapas, which inspired many Natha-yogis of present and breathed new power in Nath Sampradaya.

In addition, his life is a classic example of life of Natha-Siddha, have existed from time immemorial. He has always covered the body of vibhuti (ashes) of their dhuni (the ritual hearth), also preferred to be completely naked, or only use langot (loincloth). Mastanath traveled everywhere and especially loved to visit places in the south-east of Punjab, accompanied by his disciples, and all his property was chimta (tongs) and kamandal (water vessel) Mastanath Baba, and many of his students became famous by austerities, which they did. The most common of these was Pancha dhuni tapasya (being surrounded by five fires in the hot season) and kalesri (long standing).

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