Re-examining Certain Hindu Ritual Practices in the Light of Scripture and Modern Science By Lokanath Mishra Abstract Hinduism has always been regarded as a dynamic civilization rather than a rigid religious system. Throughout history, Hindu sages reinterpreted social customs according to time (yuga), place (deśa), and circumstances (kāla). Many practices that became part of popular […]
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A Sacred Sojourn to Mahakaleshwar : From Bhubaneswar to Ujjain By Lokanath Mishra On the morning of 4 February 2026, our much-anticipated spiritual journey began. Accompanied by my wife, her two close friends, and their husbands, I boarded an early morning flight from Bhubaneswar to Indore, hearts filled with devotion and minds eager for an
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Offering Pinda at These Four Sacred Places Grants Liberation (Moksha) to the Ancestors Lokanath Mishra 📍 Shraddha is not merely a religious ritual; it is a sacred expression of reverence, remembrance, and gratitude toward our ancestors. It is a holy period during which we consciously remember our forefathers and pray for peace and elevation of
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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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Kumar Purnima – A Night of Moonlight and Dreams By Lokanath Mishra The autumn skies over Odisha were clear, painted in hues of gold and saffron as the sun began its slow descent. It was Ashwina Purnima, the full moon day of autumn, when the entire state blossomed with quiet anticipation. This was no ordinary
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Shri Jagannath Temple and the Evolution of Religious Traditions in Odisha ( part-4) By Lokanath Mishra Mukti Mandap Pandit Sabha: The Supreme Religious Authority of Jagannath Temple, Puri The Jagannath Temple of Puri is not only one of the most sacred shrines of Hinduism but also a living center of Sanatana Dharma, Vedic learning, and
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Understanding Shraddha and Pinda Daan : A Journey of Honoring Ancestors By Lokanath Mishra Honoring one’s ancestors is an important tradition in Hindu culture. Through rituals such as Shraddha and Pinda Daan, people express gratitude, seek blessings, and pray for peace for the departed souls. Among the many sacred places where these rituals are performed,
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The Sasthi OSHA By Lokanath Mishra Sasthi OSHA, is a deeply significant ritual in Odisha, celebrated on the sixth day of the Sukla Paksha in the month of Bhadrab. This sacred observance is dedicated to Goddess Sasthi, a revered folk deity who is widely believed to be the protector and benefactor of children. Worshipped as
Om, Swaha, and Namaskar By Lokanath Mishra In the eternal tradition of Sanatan Dharma, every sound and every gesture carries profound spiritual significance. The rituals of yajna, homa, and havan are not mere offerings of material substances into the fire, but symbolic acts that connect the worshipper with the cosmic forces. Among the countless mantras
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