Sadhu

A sadhu in Haridwar, India.

A sadhu in Kathmandu, Nepal.

In Hinduism, sadhu is a common term for an ascetic or someone who practices yoga (yogi). Sadhus have given up trying to achieve the first three Hindu goals of life: kama (enjoyment), artha (practical objectives) and even dharma (duty). The sadhu is solely dedicated to achieving moksha (liberation) through meditation and contemplation of God. Sadhus often wear ochre-colored clothing, as a symbol that they have given up many things in life.

Sadhu Media

Sadhu in Pashupatinath Temple, Kathmandu, Nepal.
A sadhu in yoga position, reading a book in Varanasi
A female sadhvi with a Vishnu mark on her forehead
Sadhus gathered at Assam's Kamakhya Temple for the Ambubachi Mela
A Vaishnava sadhu in Kathmandu, with a Urdhva Pundra mark on his forehead.
A sadhu in Madurai, India.
Sadhu of Orchha
Sadhu in Orchha, Madhya Pradesh
Sadhus walking on Durbar Square, Kathmandu

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