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Shri Jagannath Temple and the Evolution of Religious Traditions in Odisha ( part-1)

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Shri Jagannath Temple and the Evolution of Religious Traditions in Odisha ( part-1) By Lokanath Mishra The First Recorded Attack : Raktabahu’s Invasion The earliest recorded attack on the sacred Shri Jagannath Temple at Puri is preserved in the Madala Panji, the temple’s ancient chronicle. It mentions that during the reign of King Shobhanadeva (Sobhana […]

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Unity of Faith : The Syncretic Traditions of Jagannath Worship in Odisha

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Unity of Faith: The Syncretic Traditions of Jagannath Worship in Odisha By Lokanath Mishra Introduction Odisha, a land of profound spiritual heritage, has long been a melting pot of diverse religious traditions. Among its most remarkable features is the harmonious coexistence of Vaishnavism, Shaivism, Shaktism, and indigenous tribal faiths, particularly visible in the Jagannath cult.

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