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Monday, 6 July 2015

Sweet Yatra

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He went to His birthplace with His siblings, like He did each year at that time of the year.

His wife was angry that He did not take Her with Him.

She followed His path and damaged His chariot and returned to their home..

After enjoying His Jatra (Yatra- journey/travel/trip) with His siblings, He returned home.

His wife let His elder brother and sister enter the gate, but did not let Him enter.

She was raspy and said- NO!

The situation was somber.

He tried reasoning with Her and answered Her queries.
(Obedient husband indeed!)

Next, to placate Her, He offered Her some delicious sweets named Rasagolas.
Rasagola-Birthplace is Odisha, India
Rasagola- A sweet/dessert that originated in Odisha, India
Understanding was established between husband and wife and finally He earned Her permission for His "sweet" entry to their home!

His wife said a sweet YES!

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Note-The above refers to just two of the innumerable Vantage Points of Lord Jagannath of Puri, Odisha, India. 
More info HERE.                                                           . 
Ratha Jatra is the annual car-festival of Lord Jagannath & His siblings. Lord Jagannath loves to go on His Ratha Jatra outing. In this special year of the Nabakalebara, Ratha Jatra will be celebrated on July 18th 2015.
Some more info about Ratha Jatra here.

Niladri Bije is the concluding day of the Ratha Jatra when the Lords return to their abode. This year it will be celebrated on July 30th 2015.  
Yes, Lord Jagannath has to answer Devi Lakshmi's questions. It is called "Lakshmi Narayana Bachanika". Lord has been gifting Rasagolas for many centuries to appease His wife- Goddess Maa Lakshmi and to gain entry to their home after His journey! Rasagola brings sweetness for the divine couple.
Lesson for us- if you love someone, offer them something that they love!
Did you know that Odisha is the birthplace of the Rasagola?

This July 30th, do join in to celebrate the first #RasagolaDibasa, a day to celebrate with Rasagolas, along with the Gods!



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46 comments:

  1. Beloo Mehra6 July 2015 at 13:00

    What a lovely and creative way to write about this special yatra of the Lord! Enjoyed it very much.

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    1. Anita Sabat7 July 2015 at 11:40

      Glad you liked it, Beloo! Thanks for your nice words :)

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  2. Roger Owen Green6 July 2015 at 13:11

    That's some SWEET talking!

    ROG, ABCW

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    1. Anita Sabat7 July 2015 at 11:41

      Roger, you must taste Rasagolas :) Ready to eat & sweet talk!

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  3. Vinay Leo R.6 July 2015 at 14:35

    I had no idea about the festival or the legend behind it :) Interesting.

    My #3WW

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    1. Anita Sabat7 July 2015 at 11:44

      Glad that now you know, Vinay!
      Our India is such a vast country with a rich culture & such incredible festivals like the Rath Yatra.
      Sadly, many aren't aware of them. Also, many don't know the reality viz. the popular sweet Rasagola's birthplace is Odisha.

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  4. Rat7 July 2015 at 04:26

    Sweet post :)

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  5. Sunita Sriram7 July 2015 at 10:50

    Is there a custom of offering rosagollas after the yatra as prasad?
    Really creative to link the subject! and I specially liked the capital 'He'!

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    1. Anita Sabat7 July 2015 at 13:35

      Indeed. It's a centuries-old custom.
      On the concluding day of the Rath Yara i.e. on Niladri Bije, Lord Jagannath offers Rasagolas to placate MaaLakshmi & to gain entry inside the Temple premises.
      Thanks for your appreciation :)
      The capital 'He' refers to the Lord of the Universe- Shri Jagannath.
      Do note the capitalization of 'She' - for MaaLakshmi, His wife. She is more powerful! :)

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  6. Swati Batra7 July 2015 at 18:11

    Really Interesting.
    Rosagulla is my all time favourite. My nani lived in sambalpur, we used to relish rosagulla during our summer vacation their.
    That taste is hard to find any where even in Delhi.

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    1. Anita Sabat7 July 2015 at 19:02

      Truly Swati. I love Rasagolas too.
      The taste of Odisha Rasagolas is unmatched! Every region in Odisha has its own special Rasagolas that taste great :)

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  7. Ashish Kumar7 July 2015 at 21:23

    well... reading this post is also a "sweet yatra"... sweet post... :-)

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    1. Anita Sabat8 July 2015 at 00:08

      Thank you so much for your sweet words :)

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  8. Cifar8 July 2015 at 15:37

    that post is not only nice but informative

    My Take On The Prompt Thief

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    1. Anita Sabat8 July 2015 at 20:41

      Thanks for your appreciation. Glad you liked it :)

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  9. Amrita Sabat8 July 2015 at 19:05

    Wonderful post. Loved 'He','She'. :) Odisha where d softest,most delicious rasagolas r found-Salepur,Pahala,close to Berhampur- list is endless. Sizes r different & these yum warm sweets just melt in d mouth... :)

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    1. Anita Sabat8 July 2015 at 20:47

      He & She as they are our Gods.
      The world is yet to discover, taste & experience the authentic & original Rasagolas hailing from Odisha- the birthplace of Rasagolas!

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  10. Anonymous9 July 2015 at 07:51

    That's an amazing story, Anita and love the end how exquisite taste and culture can bring hearts closer:)

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    1. Anita Sabat9 July 2015 at 23:36

      Thanks for the appreciation, Vishal.
      Lord Jagannath & Maa Laxmi get the credit as they have many such interesting tales.
      Rasagolas win over the Goddess & ordinary mortals too & indeed bring hearts closer :)

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  11. Paapi Prats24 July 2015 at 20:56

    Very sweet information. Dint know the story of Rosogullas before. Interesting and informative. Btw next month im visiting to Puri. Cud u suggest me some good and best Sweets shop of Puri where i can relish Rosogullas? Thanx!

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    1. Anita Sabat24 July 2015 at 22:36

      Happy that I was able to share about the Rasagola ritual in Puri Temple, Odisha.
      Great that you'll be visiting.
      I checked with my Uncle & he suggests:
      Senapati Sweets on Bada Sankha Chhak & stalls near Jagannath Temple in Puri
      Apart from Rasagolas, You can also get to savor a lot many sweets like Rabidi, Chhena Poda, Gaja, Magaji Ladoo etc
      Also try the Rasagolas at Chandanpur - a place near Puri.

      Do plan to visit Bhubaneswar. Many renowned shops here. You can also visit places like Pahala & Salepur.
      We should start Rasagola Tours in Odisha that take Rasagola-lover-tourists to all the famous Rasagola places in Odisha! Too many!!!

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  12. Unknown28 July 2015 at 11:58

    Super creative way to showcase the Yatra Anita. Loved the read :)

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    1. Anita Sabat29 July 2015 at 19:26

      Glad you liked, Maitreni :)
      Niladri Bije is the last day of the Rath Yatra.

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  13. Debopam28 July 2015 at 13:53

    A wonderful and creative creation..... Thanks for the share and best of luck...............

    Natureram

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    1. Anita Sabat29 July 2015 at 19:28

      Thanks for your maiden visit & comment here :)

      I just presented Lord Jagannath Temple's ritual. Thanks for your wishes.
      Jai Jagannath!

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  14. Unknown28 July 2015 at 14:14

    What a sweet way to showcase the Rath Yatra. I have to see it at least once.

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    1. Anita Sabat29 July 2015 at 19:30

      Glad it appealed to you, Somali :)
      You are most welcome to visit Odisha for the world-famous Rath Yatra. It's a grand experience.

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  15. Indrani28 July 2015 at 14:33

    Happy roshogolla divas! A new concept!
    Loved reading the sweet story!

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    1. Anita Sabat29 July 2015 at 19:32

      Happy Rasagola Dibasa to you as well, Indrani!
      Let us all celebrate with Rasagolas & spread the sweetness!
      Thanks for your nice words :)

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  16. Sri Kri28 July 2015 at 15:17

    Sweet story with an interesting and creative concept.Great talent Anita ji.

    Cheers,

    Sriram & Krithiga

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    1. Anita Sabat29 July 2015 at 19:33

      Thanks for your kind words :)
      Lord Jaganath gets the story credit as it's His true story.
      Jai Jagannath!

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  17. K V V S MURTHY28 July 2015 at 16:37

    Your's piece of writing is as sweet as Rasagollas.:)

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    1. Anita Sabat29 July 2015 at 19:34

      Thank you so much :)
      Do celebrate #RasagolaDibasa on July 30 :)

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  18. Arti28 July 2015 at 17:08

    That was really a very interesting and creative way of narrating the story behind Lord Jagannathji's yatra, Anita - I LOVED it!

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    1. Anita Sabat29 July 2015 at 19:36

      Thank you for your lovely words, Arti!
      I know you LOVE all such related to Yatra & divinity :)

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  19. Mahesh Divya28 July 2015 at 17:54

    thanks for the information.

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  20. Deeshani28 July 2015 at 23:15

    Quite interesting and informative post :)

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  21. Maniparna29 July 2015 at 01:19

    That is really a lovely way to narrate the story..I'm visiting Puri next month...for the nth number of times... :-D

    How are you doing, Anita?..after a long time I'm seeing a post from you... :-)

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    1. Anita Sabat29 July 2015 at 19:40

      Thanks a lot, Mani!
      Great to know that you'll be visiting Puri :)

      Great as usual! Had to share this sweet Puri Temple Rath Yatra 'Niladri Bije' ritual of Rasagolas :)

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  22. Bushra Muzaffar29 July 2015 at 12:51

    Interesting... very sweet story. Happy Rasogolla Diwas ( in advance :), Anita!

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    1. Anita Sabat29 July 2015 at 19:41

      Thank you so much!
      Happy Rasagola Dibasa to you too, Bushra :)

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  23. Saru Singhal29 July 2015 at 18:33

    Is the story true for both yatra and rasogullas? And are you taking part in yatra?

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    1. Anita Sabat29 July 2015 at 19:47

      Yes, Saru.
      100% true story very much in practice every year on the last day of the Rath Yatra.
      Sadly, many don't know about this centuries-old ritual where Lord Jagannath offers Rasagolas to His wife- Maa Laxmi.
      You can view the Niladri Bije ritual LIVE in an Odia TV-News-channel on July 30 evening this year.

      I feel blessed as I took part in the Bahuda Yatra on July 26 this year. Experienced the great energy while the Raths were being pulled.
      You must visit Odisha.

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