Jaganath

Gosani Jatra Puri Spiritual Tradition

The Sacred Tradition of Gosani Jatra in Puri (Part–3)

The Sacred Tradition of Gosani Jatra in Puri (Part–3) By Lokanath Mishra Other Prominent Gosanis Alongside Kakudikhai, Barabati, Jahnikhai, Shunya, and Kantakadhi, several other Gosanis hold deep spiritual importance: Maa Panapriya Gosani (Baseli Sahi)• Sculpted originally by the one-eyed artisan Kanapuria, she is worshipped with great devotion.• The Goddess holds Mahishasura by the ear, while

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Puja and Gajalaxmi Puja

Celebrating Lakshmi Puja and Gajalaxmi Puja Across Odisha

Celebrating Lakshmi Puja and Gajalaxmi Puja Across Odisha By Lokanath Mishra Lakshmi Puja, dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi—the goddess of wealth, prosperity, and purity—is one of Odisha’s most vibrant autumn festivals. While the Gajalaxmi Puja of Dhenkanal stands out for its grandeur and scale, the celebrations in other regions of Odisha also hold unique cultural, spiritual,

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Lakshmi Puja is a major Hindu festival

Lakshmi Puja and the Grandeur of Gajalaxmi Puja in Dhenkanal

Lakshmi Puja and the Grandeur of Gajalaxmi Puja in Dhenkanal By Lokanath Mishra Lakshmi Puja: A Festival of Wealth, Prosperity, and Light Lakshmi Puja is one of the most important Hindu festivals, celebrated with devotion and joy across India. Dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi, the divine embodiment of wealth, fortune, and prosperity, the festival is observed

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Radha-Damodara Besha of Jagannath:

Radha-Damodara Besha of Jagannath: A Cultural and Religious Study

Radha-Damodara Besha of Jagannath: A Cultural and Religious Study By Lokanath Mishra Introduction The ritual costumes (beshas) of Lord Jagannath in the Puri Shrimandir form a vital component of the temple’s liturgical and cultural practices. Among them, the Radha-Damodara Besha occupies a special place, observed annually during the autumnal months of Ashwina and Kartika. This

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