The worship of Lord Jagannath in India is a symbol of a unique faith and tradition. Every Rath Yatra, Nabhop, bathing and Mahabhog have special significance in their enjoyment. But one thing that is often surprised by devotees – why is Lord Jagannath offered “bitter neem powder”? After all, why is a bitter thing dedicated to God? Deep religious, spiritual and Ayurvedic reasons are hidden behind it.
Religious belief: Neem – Mother Haridra’s grace
Lord Jagannath is considered to be the form of Vishnu and the traditions associated with him are often associated with Srimad Bhagwat, Skanda Purana, and especially Brahmapurana. When Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra and Subhadra are processed by the body change, then their body is re -awakened from various medicines. This process is called – “Nava youth”, that is, entering the new body. Neem powder acts here as a holy medicine. It may find God externally bitter, but is internally poisonous, curative and puric.
Tantric and spiritual cause
In the Tantra scriptures, neem is considered to destroy blame and negative energy. When Lord Jagannath is offered neem offering, it not only gives them purity, but is also a symbolic activity of evil and disease from the entire universe.
The tradition of offering neem powder as enjoyment is especially seen when:
God falls ill (Anavasar period)
When their body changes are processed
Or when a special remedial ritual is performed
Ayurvedic Secrets: Neem a living nectar
Neem has been called “Sarava Disease Prevention” in Ayurveda. It purifies blood, improves digestion, eradicates skin diseases and increases the immunity of the body. The meaning of offering neem to God also means – “The grain that God accepts, he becomes the best and holy for his devotees.” Therefore, consuming neem or taking prasad with neem is also considered beneficial for devotees – it acts as a divine medicine to protect them from diseases.
Offering bitter neem powder to Lord Jagannath is not just a enjoyment, but a symbol of a divine medicine and spiritual treatment. This indicates that the enjoyment of God is not only a matter of taste, but a medium of emotion, purity and treatment. Just as God gives sweet fruits to the devotees by accepting bitterness, similarly neem’s enjoyment teaches us that the path of health and spirituality is sometimes bitter but welfare.
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