NABAKALEBORE PRABHU JAGANNATH

Book Details

• Title: Nabakalebarer Prabhu Jagannath

• Language: Bengali

• ISBN: 9789385555794

• Cover Type: Paperback

• Categories: History and Anthropology, Society

About The Book

Nabakalebarer Prabhu Jagannath offers a profound and spiritual exploration into the divine journey of Lord Jagannath, the eternal and omnipresent deity regarded as the “Lord of the Universe.” This book delves into the ancient and sacred tradition of Nabakalebar, a unique ritual observed in the Jagannath Temple of Puri, where the Lord symbolically sheds his old body to enter a new one.

Unlike other deities who are ritually immersed or bid farewell, Lord Jagannath does not undergo immersion (bisarjan). Instead, during the rare year when an extra lunar month (Adhik Maas) falls in the Hindu calendar during the month of Ashadha, the divine transformation takes place. The new idols are carved from sacred neem trees known as Daru Brahma, marked with symbols like the conch (shankha), chakra (wheel), gada (mace), and padma (lotus).

This book not only chronicles the religious and cultural significance of this ritual but also offers deep insights into the spiritual philosophy behind the cycle of life, death, and rebirth as embodied by the Lord himself. It is an essential read for those interested in Indian spirituality, temple traditions, and the deep symbolism of Jagannath consciousness.

Whether you're a devotee, a student of Indian anthropology, or someone interested in the timeless stories of India's sacred heritage, Nabakalebarer Prabhu Jagannath will surely captivate and enlighten you.