Baarmati religion offers an extensive cosmological and spiritual narrative of the universe, detailing the progression from its inception to the present and future. Central to understanding Baarmati’s teachings is the role of the avatar: ordinary beings who have lived a life of righteousness imbued with the power of the Almighty, thereby acting as divine agents. This article provides an in-depth exploration of Baarmati’s Yugas and delves into the enigmatic intricacies of Kalyug.
The Inception of Creation:
According to Baarmati texts, the Almighty’s existence commenced in a state of pure, formless consciousness. Over innumerable Yugas, this divine essence took form, culminating in the creation of the universe and its inhabitants. This primordial era, stretching across infinite Yugas, marked the preparatory phase for creation. It is believed that the Almighty gradually assumed a tangible form, initiating the complex process of life creation, and then again became a state of pure, formless consciousness. The process of manifesting the cosmos was extensive, with specific creations, such as humanity, taking place across 84 Yugas. Each aspect of human anatomy—legs, arms, torso, and head—develops through successive Yugas. Four Yugas for the legs, two for the arms, eighteen for the torso, and a staggering sixty for the head. This meticulous process highlights the divine complexity and significance attributed to human life. Additionally, 12 Yugas crafted Baarmati in its golden form, while 36 Yugas were dedicated to forming the bodies of 360 million divine souls, which will be allotted to them in the upcoming Panchorath Yug.
Krit Yug: The Era of Truth
Krit Yug, also known as Sat Yug or Karta Yug, marked the advent of religion and spirituality. Although intended to span 1,728,000 years, it concluded in approximately 3,700 years. This era featured avatars such as Machchh, Korambha, Varaha, and Narsang, who guided humanity’s spiritual enlightenment. Rugved served as the era’s spiritual cornerstone, with Naad Pooja (chanting of sacred texts) as the primary worship practice. Death was symbolized by the dissolution of bones (Had sa praan), and bodies were submerged in water (Jal Sa Daaj). During Krit Yug, 15 crore souls encountered Baarmati’s teachings, with five crore gaining profound understanding. Shree Prahalad, the era’s righteous figure, was instrumental in guiding these souls toward enlightenment, emphasizing truth and righteousness as the era’s foundational values with the help of Narsimha or Narshang Avatar.
Treta Yug: The Era of Tolerance
Spanning 1,296,000 years but ending after 50,000 years, Treta Yug was an epoch of tolerance, shaped by the avatars Vaman, Parshuram, and Shriram. The Yugved or Yajurved guided this era, with Bhed Pooja focusing on the exegesis of the Vedas. Death was signified by skin dissolution (Cham sa praan), and dead bodies were hung on trees in the forest (Van Sa Daaj). This era saw the enlightenment of 21 crore souls, with seven crore attaining deep spiritual insight. Shree Vibhishana, the righteous man of Treta Yug, played a pivotal role in guiding these souls, with tolerance as the era’s defining virtue, with the help of Rama Avatar.
Dwapar Yug: The Era of Patience
Dwapar Yug, expected to last 864,000 years, concluded after 8,400 years. It was marked by the avatars Kaan and Budhdh, who led humanity through the teachings of the Saamved. Pathar Puja, the crafting of idols informed by Vedic understanding, became the era’s principal worship practice. Death was marked by hair loss (Rum sa praan), and cremation (Agan Daaj) was the customary funeral practice. Twenty-seven crore souls preached the teachings of Baarmati, with nine crore grasping its essence. Shree Yudhishthira, the righteous man of this era, embodied patience, the era’s revered virtue, with the help of Kaan or Krishna Avatar.
Kalyug: The Era of Mystery
Kalyug is distinct from previous Yugas in its introduction of spiritual complexity and questioning. Unlike earlier eras where teachings were harmoniously accepted, Kalyug presents a shift where traditional rituals and beliefs are re-evaluated. This transition is captured in the verse, “Budhdhpatra Thai ke Koydo,” reflecting the creation of a spiritual puzzle after the Buddha Avatar. The era also features a departure from rituals, the dismantling of temples, and the construction of mosques, symbolizing a transition to the Nabi tradition. This shift includes the Abrahamic influences within Baarmati religion, viewing figures like Dada Adham (Adam) and Moses as incarnations of Lord Shiva and Brahma, respectively. This fusion is seen as a response to the complexities and enigmas inherent in Kalyug.
Kalyug spans 432,000 years and features the avatar Kalkipatra, or Kalki, identified as Shree Dhani Matang, Imam Ali, and the forthcoming Naklank, or Nishkalank—avatars representing Lord Shiva’s essence. Guided by the Atharman Veda, the focus of Patra Poja is to understand the Almighty’s true nature. Death is identified by the cessation of eating (Ann sa praan), with burial (Bhoo Sa Daaj) as the funeral rite. In this era, 36 crore souls have been enlightened, with 12 crore deeply understanding Baarmati teachings. Also in the Kalyug, one of the most significant events in Shree Dhani Matang Dev’s life was the Narved Yagna, conducted at the Kadamgiri Karumbha Mountain in Palitana. This grand religious ritual was a watershed moment, drawing a massive congregation of 9 million people. The event was not only a spiritual gathering but a platform where Shree Dhani Matang Dev expounded the core principles of the Baarmati religion. His teachings, however, were esoteric and profound, resonating deeply with only 3 crore attendees who could fully grasp the intricate concepts. Therefore, followers of the Baarmati religion believe in 36 crore divine souls instead of 33 crore.
The Forthcoming Yugas:
Post-Kalyug, Baarmati religion envisions a continuum of Yugas that will further cosmic and spiritual evolution. The imminent eras include Panchorath Yug, Chatorath, Trambhorath, and Kumbhkaar Yug, each extending millions of years: Panchorath Yug will last 2,030,000 years; Chatorath, 3,040,000 years; Trambhorath, 4,050,000 years; and Kumbhkaar Yug, 5,060,000 years. These future epochs promise new vistas of enlightenment and spiritual growth.
Panchorath Yug holds particular importance as it heralds the reward for all beings who have led righteous lives since the dawn of time, especially from the first Yuga. The Karam Ved, currently practiced by Baarmati adherents (Maheshwari Meghwal Samaj), will be the guiding scripture of this Yug, with its religious procedures and rituals forming the core of spiritual practice. As Kalyug approaches its conclusion, estimated within the next 60–70 years, a transition akin to the Islamic Qayamat will occur. This phase, marked by cataclysmic events and conflicts, will signify the end of Kalyug. During this period, divine entities like Shiva, Brahma, Vishnu, the five Pandavas, Prahlad, and all other divine souls who have led virtuous lives will reincarnate to restore true religion. The prophecy also mentions the destruction of temples by a “Karing or Kali” and the dismantling of mosques by the Niskalank Avtar of Lord Shiva, underscoring the elimination of religious structures and manipulations in the religious texts that we or our ancestors have done due to their selfishness and lack of understanding about the religion.
The dawn of Panchorath Yug will usher in a new order, marked by significant natural phenomena such as the sun rising from the west and a year comprising 16 months. These changes, symbolizing profound natural upheavals, will alter the earth’s rotation. Everything known today will be obliterated, paving the way for the new Yug. The 36 crore divine beings, who have lived righteously throughout all Yugas and reincarnations, will be entrusted with managing earthly and cosmic affairs under the Almighty’s guidance.
Conclusion :
Baarmati religion’s narrative offers a comprehensive view of the cosmic journey, from the formless divine to the intricate tapestry of life and spirituality. As Kalyug draws to a close, Baarmati’s teachings prompt us to reflect on our spiritual heritage and prepare for a new epoch. Through Baarmati’s lens, the universe is seen as a dynamic and evolving entity, driven by the divine’s ceaseless quest for self-understanding through its creations.