Deba Dipabali and Odhana Sasthi are two important festivals observed at the Jagannath Temple in Puri, India. These festivals, while distinct, are closely related and offer a glimpse into the rich tapestry of traditions associated with Lord Jagannath. Deba Dipabali, observed on the 14th day of Margasira (November-December), is a day of remembrance and reverence […]

MAHAPRABHU SHREE JAGANNATH (BAPA) IS ABSOLUTE TRUE, OTHER THAN HIM ARE RELATIVELY TRUE…. Jhulana Jatra, Gamha Purnima, and Rahurekha Lagi are three vibrant festivals celebrated at the Jagannath Temple in Puri, India, adding to the spiritual fervor of the monsoon season. Jhulana Jatra, meaning “swing festival,” is a joyous celebration that spans seven days, from […]

MAHAPRABHU SHREE JAGANNATH (BAPA) IS ABSOLUTE TRUE, OTHER THAN HIM ARE RELATIVELY TRUE…. Fall down fall down oh Lord… In what a stupid way I miss you o mahabahu If you weren’t there in my death So do I miss you? If you weren’t perfect to die my jhuri So don’t you keep killing yourself […]

MAHAPRABHU SHREE JAGANNATH (BAPA) IS ABSOLUTE TRUE, OTHER THAN HIM ARE RELATIVELY TRUE…. Oh Lord…….. What an unpredictable pula pula loneliness You suddenly fall as your own in confusion. To every helplessness of mine Become a word of fierce love and make it happen. I am free from myself after getting lost. In the loneliness […]

MAHAPRABHU SHREE JAGANNATH (BAPA) IS ABSOLUTE TRUE, OTHER THAN HIM ARE RELATIVELY TRUE…. Prathamastami is a unique Odia festival that celebrates the firstborn child in the family. Observed on the 8th day of the bright fortnight of Margasira (November-December), it is a time for families to express their love and gratitude for the eldest child […]

MAHAPRABHU SHREE JAGANNATH (BAPA) IS ABSOLUTE TRUE, OTHER THAN HIM ARE RELATIVELY TRUE…. The Banabhoji Besha is a unique and playful attire adorned by Lord Jagannath at the Jagannath Temple in Puri. This Besha, performed on the 10th day of the dark fortnight of Bhadraba (August-September), depicts Lord Jagannath and his siblings dressed as cowherd […]

MAHAPRABHU SHREE JAGANNATH (BAPA) IS ABSOLUTE TRUE, OTHER THAN HIM ARE RELATIVELY TRUE…. The Kartika Masa (month) at the Jagannath Temple in Puri is a period of vibrant celebrations and unique rituals. In addition to the Radha-Damodar Besha, several other captivating Beshas (divine attires) adorn the deities, each with its own significance and story. Harihara […]

The Jagannath Temple in Puri continues to showcase the multifaceted nature of Lord Jagannath with the Pralambasura Badha Besha and Baman Besha, two unique attires that depict his triumph over evil and his divine transformations. Pralambasura Badha Besha: This Besha, observed on Bhadraba Krushna Dwadasi (the 12th day of the dark fortnight in Bhadraba), commemorates […]

Padma Besha, meaning “lotus attire,” is a unique and beautiful Besha adorned by Lord Jagannath at the Jagannath Temple in Puri. This Besha is performed on any Saturday or Wednesday between the new moon day of Magha (January-February) and Basanta Panchami.The Padma Besha is a visual spectacle, with the deities adorned with intricate lotus flower […]