After all, why rice is only eaten on Ekadashi in Jagannath Temple knows mythology

Ekadashi Tithi is considered of particular importance in Hinduism. This day is devoted to the worship of Lord Vishnu and on this occasion the dedicated in dedication is taken up by holding fast and fast. According to religious beliefs, the consumption of rice on Ekadashi is considered taboo. It is said that eating rice on this day is the fruit of rapid reducing and virtues are not reached. But the tradition of eating rice on Ekadashi in the Jagannath Puri Temple has been going on since ancient times. There is an interesting story attached to this incredible tradition, which is mentioned in different puranas and folklore. According to Vishnu Purana, the mention of Vishnu Purana and barley should not be consumed on Ekadashi. It is believed that the relationship of these grains is associated with Maharishi Medha. According to legend, Maharishi Medha abandoned his body to avoid the wrath of mother Shakti. It is reported that rice and barley are produced from their body. This is why the consumption of them is considered on Ekadashi like eating the body parts of Maharishi Medha. This is why the consumption of rice is considered prohibited in most places on this day. The tradition of the Puri Jagannath temple on the other hand is also accepted as Mahaprasad of God on the day of Ekadashi in the Jagannath temple of Puri. The recognition here is different and special of any other temple. It is said that Lord Jagannath himself has established this tradition and from then on his sacrifices, no fasting cannot apply. According to legend folklore, Brahma Ji had a strong desire to eat Mahaprasad of Jagannath Temple. When they reached the temple, the Mahaprasad ended there. As he returned disappointed, he saw that a dog was eating the remaining rice on the plate. Brahma Ji sat near the same dog and he also started eating rice as Prasad. By the way, this day was from Ekadashi. Lord Jagannath appeared after seeing this scene. He told Brahma Ji: “From today on, no connection of any date or quickly will apply to my Mahaprasad.” Since then to this day, in Jagannath Puri, whether it is Ekadashi, Amavasya or any other festival – Mahaprasad of God is spread and accepted at every date. The importance of Mahaprasad is known for the Jagannath -Temple Mahaprasad is known all over the world and is called ‘Ann Brahma’. Here are never rules to eat Prasad on any date or festival. Fans believe that Jagannath Prasad himself is the blessings of God and that all sins are destroyed by consuming them. Share this story -tags