The countdown for Mahakumbh 2025 to be held in Prayagraj has started. This is the biggest religious festival of Hindu religion, in which more than 40 crore people are likely to participate. Devotees from India and abroad are reaching Prayagraj, and Lauren Powell Jobs, wife of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, has also come here to participate in this great festival.
Started my religious journey from Kashi
Before attending Mahakumbh, Lauren Powell reached Varanasi on Saturday and visited Kashi Vishwanath Temple. There he started his spiritual journey with worship. On Sunday she reached Sangam city Prayagraj, where she will spend Kalpavas.
Lauren Powell will stay for 10 days at the camp of Acharya Mahamandaleshwar Swami Kailashanand Giri of Sriniranjani Akhara.
- During this time she will participate in yoga, meditation, and spiritual discussions.
- He has chosen this journey to immerse himself in the atmosphere of Mahakumbh and understand Sanatan Dharma closely.
Who is Lauren Powell?
Laurene Powell Jobs is a famous businesswoman and one of the wealthiest women in Silicon Valley with a net worth of $11 billion.
- After Steve Jobs passed away (2011), he inherited the Steven P. Jobs Trust.
- He is not only a businessman but is also active in social and educational work.
Hindu name ‘Kamala’ and Gotra determination
This is Lauren Powell’s second visit to India. This time while attending Mahakumbh:
- She would be given the Hindu name ‘Kamala’ by spiritual guru Kailashananda Maharaj.
- Their Gotra will also be determined by the Guru.
Guru Kailashanand Maharaj said,
“Lauren Powell has come to India purely for spiritual purposes. This is her personal event and she will be involved in tapas, meditation, and yoga.”
Steve Jobs and connection with Indian spirituality
Steve Jobs had a deep connection with Indian spirituality.
- He was a great devotee of Baba Neem Karauli Maharaj and considered him his guru.
- His spiritual quest not only gave depth to Steve Jobs’s life, but was also reflected in his innovations.