Kalpavas
| Kalpavas | |
|---|---|
| कल्पवास | |
| Type | Religious rituals |
| Classification | Sanatana Hinduism |
| Region | Indian Subcontinent |
Kalpavas (Sanskrit: कल्पवास) is a month-long spiritual tradition in Sanatan Dharma (Hinduism) that involves a period of deep spiritual practice, austerity, and detachment from worldly life, practiced by staying near the bank of a holy river. In Hindu scriptures, Kalpavas is said to be the combination of Sanyaas and Vanprastha Ashram.