Date: 4th June 2017
Snanayatra is an important pastime of Lord Jagannath. On this day, Jagannath, Baladev and Subhadra allow Themselves to be bathed by all following the original tradition of worship at Jagannath Puri. Everyone enthusiastically assembles at the temple to perform abhishek. This bathing goes on for a few hours in the midst of kirtanas glorifying Their Lordships and the chanting of the maha mantra.
Lord Jagannath's pastimes are such that after Snanayatra, Jagannath, Baladev and Subhadra become sick and so must take medicines and rest until they become rejuvenated enough to go for Rathayatra. When they are sick they are offered bhoga containing medicinal herbs without the usual offerings.
All visitors will be given the chance to bathe Their Lordships with auspicious liquids and the chanting of the holy name. Please take this opportunity for direct and personal service to Lord Jagannath, Baladev and Subhadra.
