Rathyatra বাড়ির জগন্নাথ এর ভোগ রান্না, মাসির বাড়ি যাওয়া, রথযাত্রা, দুর্গাপুজো শুভারম্ভ

Rath Yatra is a major Hindu festival associated with Lord Jagannath held at Puri in Odisha, India. The term "Rath Yatra" translates to "Chariot Festival," and it involves the procession of deities in massive chariots. Here are some key details about Rath Yatra:

Deities Involved: The main deities are Lord Jagannath (a form of Lord Krishna), his brother Balabhadra, and sister Subhadra. They are taken from the Jagannath Temple in Puri to the Gundicha Temple.

Chariots: Each deity has a distinct, elaborately decorated chariot. These chariots are constructed anew each year and are pulled by thousands of devotees.

Rituals and Ceremonies: The festival begins with a series of rituals, including the "Snana Purnima" (bathing ceremony) where the deities are bathed and then become sick and rest for 15 days. The main event is the procession of the chariots, which is a grand spectacle attracting millions of devotees and tourists.

Significance: Rath Yatra symbolizes the journey of Lord Jagannath to his birthplace, Gundicha Temple. It is a time when devotees can see and even touch the deities, as they are usually confined within the temple.

Duration: The festival lasts for about nine days. After staying at the Gundicha Temple, the deities are brought back to the Jagannath Temple in a return procession called Bahuda Yatra.

Global Celebrations: While the most famous Rath Yatra takes place in Puri, similar festivals are celebrated in other parts of India and around the world, often organized by the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON).

Rath Yatra is not only a significant religious event but also a cultural and social occasion, bringing together people from diverse backgrounds in a shared celebration of faith and tradition.

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