Different Beshas of Bhagwan Jagannath?Besh is a Sanskrit word, which means dress, costume or outfit. Every day from 'Mangala Alati' to 'Ratri Pahud', the 'Ratnavedi' of Shri Jagannath Temple in Puri is decorated with cotton and silk cloths, gold ornaments studded with precious stones, a variety of flowers and other leaves and herbs to deities goes. Like Tulsi, Dayan, Marua etc. Sandalwood paste, camphor and sometimes precious musk have been used in daily and periodic rituals.
What to do on Ekadashi?Ekadashi is the eleventh day of the lunar cycle according to the Hindu lunar calendar. The day is dedicated to Bhagwan Vishnu, who maintains and preserves life on earth. Devotees observe a one-day fast.
Niladri BijeNeeladri Bije marks the end of the annual Rath Yatra festival and the return of Bhagwan Jagannath to the sanctum or else you can tell a sweet story between Bhagwan Jagannath and his beloved wife Maa Mahalakshmi.
ISKCON Ekadashi Calendar 2026These ekadasi dates are valid only for Vaisnava Sampradaya ISKCON followers | ISKCON Ekadashi Calendar Dates in 2026
Why Annadanam is Called Mahapunyam?In Hindu tradition, *Annadaan* is termed "*Mahapunya*" (the greatest merit) because it directly sustains life. Many Hindu scriptures teach that among all forms of charity, feeding the hungry is one of the noblest deeds.
ISKCONome collection of hymns, mantras and songs sung by them is listed here, all the devotees of the Sanatani tradition enjoy it.
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