“Sri Jagannath Puri” by author HG Sarvasakshi Das is a captivating exploration of the spiritual and cultural significance of the sacred city of Puri, India, home to the revered Jagannath Temple. This insightful book delves into the temple’s rich history, rituals, and traditions, offering readers a comprehensive understanding of its profound importance in Hinduism. It serves as a spiritual guide for those seeking to connect with the divine in this sacred pilgrimage destination.
Documents samples of anasara pati-paintings, i e annually produced pictures on cloth which serve as temporary replacements for the then absent wooden icons in temples of Lord Jagannatha in Puri and South Orissa. In this book, the author reconstructs the history of anasara-pictures. This book in its first part documents samples of anasara pati-paintings , i.e. annually produced pictures on cloth which serve as temporary replacements for the then absent wooden icons in temples of Lord Jagannatha in Puri and South Orissa. In the second part of the book the authors
The book is about lord Jagannatha - the established god of Hindus and His temple at Puri known as Badadeula. The book is for general reading for those interested to know about lord Jagannatha and His temple at Puri and not a historical treatise. Many of the descriptions and anecdotes in it are from the epics, legends and folktales that may or may not have historical relevance. But at the same time, they are interesting facts about lord Jagannatha since ages. The book with the captioned name is divided into four chapters (1) Lord Jagannatha, (2) The Temple - Badadeula, (3) The Festivals of Jagannatha and (4) Mahaprasada. (the food offerings to Jagannatha). The eight annexes deal with (i) Important temples in Puri, (ii) Important mathas (monasteries) in Puri, (iii) Different beshas (costumes/dresses) of Jagannatha, (iv) Important festivals in Badadeula, (v) Fables and facts about Jagannatha,(vi) Invasion on Puri and Badadeula by Afghans and Moguls (vii) Salient facts and figures about Badadeula and Puri and (viii) Places of interest in and around Puri.
Vaishnava Kirtan or congregational chanting and singing of devotional melodies that exalt and honor the Supreme Lord, particularly Lord Krishna and Lord Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, is a happy and spiritually uplifting Vaishnava traditional activity. Devotees gather to chant the Holy Names and experience the ecstasy of divine love throughout this practice, which is a lively and soul-stirring manifestation of devotion.
“Dwadash Alwar” by Sarvasakshi Dasa is an enlightening English book that delves into the lives and teachings of the twelve revered Alwar saints of South India. Through captivating narratives, it unveils their profound devotion to Lord Vishnu and the impact of their hymns on Hindu Bhakti tradition. This book offers readers a deeper understanding of these spiritual luminaries and their timeless contributions.
In the Rig-Veda, 10.155.3, there is mention of a Daru (log of wood) floating in the ocean. Vedic prayers have indicated for taking shelter in the Daru. In spite of the fact that Acharya Sayana, the noted commentator on the Vedas, has categorically interpreted the hymn with Jagannath as the Daru floating at the sea shores, some scholars have refuted this interpretation under the argument that the hymn deals with âAlaxmi Stavaâ of Arayi.
