Lord Purushottama is the King of all holy lands.Lord Purushottama is the King of all Deities. Among all the pilgrimage sites, Purushottama Dhama (Puri) is the greatest. Among all the gods, Shri Jagannath is the supreme. Since time immemorial, the Lord of the Universe, Shri Jagannath, has existed in Shrikhetra in various forms as the […]
The Adhibasa (consecration) ritual is performed today, on the Chaturdashi Tithi (14th lunar day), just a day before Pausha Purnima, following the completion of the Chandanalagi (sandalwood application) ritual. For this purpose, the Bhoga Mandapa (offering hall) is thoroughly washed and cleaned, and a canopy (Chandua) is hung. Ghee and water, brought from the Rosha Kupa (temple kitchen well) in new earthen pots, are kept in […]
Today is the holy Bakula (Baula) Amavasya. In the tradition of tree worship, the festival dedicated to worshipping the mango tree is known as Baula or Bakula Lagi Amavasya. It is also called Baula Amavasya. The new moon day (Amavasya) of the Pausha month is famous as Bakula Amavasya. By this time, the severity of winter decreases, and mango blossoms […]
Abandoning all forms of luxury and comfort, the King is imprisoned inside a dark dungeon. Whips strike his back, followed by cane thrashings. Salt is rubbed into the open wounds on his body. Oh, the unbearable pain! He is no ordinary man; he is a King. What was his mistake? Why is a King imprisoned? […]
Dhanu Sankranti is another major festival for Odia people. It has been observed since time immemorial. The transition of the Sun into the Sagittarius zodiac (Dhanu Rashi) is called Dhanu Sankranti. The period from this Sankranti up to Makara Sankranti constitutes the time of intense winter. During this time, it is natural for people to become […]
The Ekadashi of the waning phase (Krishna Paksha) of the Pousha month is described as the most excellent Ekadashi. Its name is ‘Saphala Ekadashi’. On this day, Lord Vishnu is worshipped in the form of ‘Narayana’. Just as Sheshanaga is the best among serpents, Garuda is the best among birds, and Sri Vishnu is the best […]
This festival is observed on the Dwitiya Tithi (second day) of the Krishna Paksha (waning phase of the moon) in the month of Pausha. This Osha (fast) is observed in honor of Lord Yamaraja (the God of Death). Mothers fast at night to pray for the longevity of their sons. They sweep the street (Danda) with a Bajramuli plant and gently brush/sweep […]
“Om Tababhuta Rupam Drustva Bhaye Kampe Sunashiram.Bhayamcha Devatam Sarve Narasimha Namostute.” (Salutations to Lord Narasimha; seeing Your terrifying form makes Indra tremble in fear, and all the deities are struck with awe.) On the occasion of Margashira Purnima or Pandu Purnima, the “Chari Ashrama Bije” (procession to the four hermitages) festival of Pandu Nrusingha takes place. Today, after the completion […]
Today, on the occasion of Margasira Sukla Panchami (the 5th day of the bright fortnight of the month of Margasira), the ‘Ghoda Adhibasa’ (Sanctification of Winter Garments) ritual of Mahaprabhu is being observed. Today, after the completion of Mahaprabhu’s Badasinghara Bhoga (the late-night food offering), the Puja Pandas will perform the Adhibasa (consecration/sanctification) of the winter garments (Ghoda) for the Deities inside the Bhoga Mandapa. […]
The Formless Supreme Brahman (Paramabrahma) is the foundation of all creation. He is beyond the elements of Brahma, Vishnu, and Maheswara. He manages the creation through the three Gunas: Sattva, Raja, and Tama. He assumes various forms for the protection of creation. Sometimes He is born from a womb, and other times He manifests without […]
