শ্রী জগন্নাথ দেব এর স্নানযাত্রা, Jay Jagannath, বাড়ির জগন্নাথ দেব এর স্নানযাত্রা করা হলো

Jagannath Snanyatra, also known as the Deba Snana Purnima, is an important Hindu festival celebrated primarily in the state of Odisha, India. This festival is dedicated to Lord Jagannath, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. The Snanyatra marks the ceremonial bathing of the deities and occurs on the full moon day (Purnima) of the Hindu month of Jyeshtha, which typically falls in May or June.

Key Highlights of Jagannath Snanyatra:
Ceremonial Bathing:

The main event involves the deities of the Jagannath Temple in Puri—Lord Jagannath, his brother Balabhadra, and sister Subhadra—being brought out of the sanctum sanctorum and bathed with 108 pots of ritually purified water drawn from the northern well of the temple.
The bathing ritual is conducted on the Snana Mandap, a platform specially built for this purpose within the temple premises.
Hati Besha (Elephant Attire):

After the bath, the deities are dressed in special elephant costumes known as Hati Besha or Gajanan Besha, symbolizing Lord Ganesh.
Public Viewing:

This is one of the rare occasions when non-Hindus and foreigners are allowed to have a glimpse of the deities from the Snana Bedi (bathing altar).
Anavasara:

Following the Snanyatra, the deities are believed to fall ill and are kept away from public view for a period of 15 days. This period is known as Anavasara, during which the deities are offered special herbal medicines and their wooden bodies are repaired and repainted.
Rituals and Devotion:

Devotees throng the temple to witness the grand bathing ceremony and to seek blessings. Various rituals, including the chanting of mantras, singing of devotional songs, and performing of traditional dances, take place throughout the day.
Significance:

The Snanyatra is considered a prelude to the famous Rath Yatra (Chariot Festival), which occurs 15 days later. It signifies purification and rejuvenation, marking the beginning of the deities’ annual sojourn to their maternal aunt’s house (the Gundicha Temple).
Cultural Impact:
The festival is a major attraction in Odisha and sees a large influx of devotees and tourists from around the world. The vibrant celebrations, intricate rituals, and the rich cultural heritage associated with the Snanyatra contribute to its grandeur and importance in the Hindu religious calendar.