In the month of Asadha, when the deities are brought back to the main gate of the temple and are still in their respective chariots, the Suna Bhesa (decoration with gold).

Suna Bhesa

In the month of Asadha, when the deities are brought back to the main gate of the temple and are still in their respective chariots, the Suna Bhesa (decoration with gold)](javascript:vod(0);)

[## Chandana Bhesa

The word 'Chandana' means sandal wood, the sweet-scented paste of which is applied to the body of the deities in the months of Vaisakha and Jyestha, for long 42 days of Chandana Yatra.

Chandana Bhesa

The word 'Chandana' means sandal wood, the sweet-scented paste of which is applied to the body of the deities in the months of Vaisakha and Jyestha, for long 42 days of C](javascript:vod(0);)

[## Kaliyadalana Bhesa

In the story of Krisna, Kaliya, the venomous viper, living on the banks of Yamuna was a source of great danger to the people and Krisna had killed it.

Kaliyadalana Bhesa

In the story of Krisna, Kaliya, the venomous viper, living on the banks of Yamuna was a source of great danger to the people and Krisna had killed it.](javascript:vod(0);)

[## Pralambasura Vadha Bhesa

A demon, Pralamba by name, was killed by Balarama, the elder brother of Krisna. So Balarama wears this Bhesa in Bhadra.

Pralambasura Vadha Bhesa

A demon, Pralamba by name, was killed by Balarama, the elder brother of Krisna. So Balarama wears this Bhesa in Bhadra.](javascript:vod(0);)

[## Krishna Balarama Bhesa

The deep impact of the Krisna cult in Odisha is perhaps responsible for this Bhesa. It takes place in the month of Bhadra. As is clear from the name itself, Jagannatha is dressed like Krisna and Balabhadra like Balarama.

Krishna Balarama Bhesa

The deep impact of the Krisna cult in Odisha is perhaps responsible for this Bhesa. It takes place in the month of Bhadra. As is clear from the name itself, Jagannatha is](javascript:vod(0);)

[## Bamana Bhesa

In the month of Bhadra, Jagannatha is dressed like Vamana incarnation of Visnu. Visnu had appeared in the form of a Vamana (a dwarf) and through his ingenuity, outwitted the demon king Bali and pushed him down to the inferno with his foot.

Bamana Bhesa

In the month of Bhadra, Jagannatha is dressed like Vamana incarnation of Visnu. Visnu had appeared in the form of a Vamana (a dwarf) and through his ingenuity, outwitted](javascript:vod(0);)

[## Raja Bhesa

The word Raj a means a 'king'. Hence this Bhesa denotes the dress of a sovereign king. Jagannatha was regarded as the king of Odisha since the rule of Ganga dynasty and this Bhesa of Jagannatha continues from those days four times in a year.

Raja Bhesa

The word Raj a means a 'king'. Hence this Bhesa denotes the dress of a sovereign king. Jagannatha was regarded as the king of Odisha since the rule of Ganga dynasty and t](javascript:vod(0);)

[## Radha Damodara Bhesa

This Bhesa takes place in the months of Asvina and Kartika. Radha is the female counter- part of Krishna. Damodara is one of the names of Krishna. This Bhesa, therefore, highlights the great religious integration that took place in the Jagannatha temple with regard to the episodes of Radha and Krishna.

Radha Damodara Bhesa

This Bhesa takes place in the months of Asvina and Kartika. Radha is the female counter- part of Krishna. Damodara is one of the names of Krishna. This Bhesa, therefore,](javascript:vod(0);)

[## Laksminrsimha Bhesa

This Bhesa also takes place in the month of Kartika. The very name of the dress indicates how the powerful cult of Nrsimha was given due recognition in Shree Jagannatha temple.

Laksminrsimha Bhesa

This Bhesa also takes place in the month of Kartika. The very name of the dress indicates how the powerful cult of Nrsimha was given due recognition in Shree Jagannatha t](javascript:vod(0);)

[## Sraddha Bhesa

Jagannatha puts on this Bhesa in the month of

Margasira for three days. Sraddha means the

offerings made out of love and hence, such rites

as are observed for the departed parents and

forefathers are called Sraddha. In the month of

Margasira, Jagannatha performs the Sraddha in

favour of Nanda, Vasudeva and Dasaratha.

Sraddha Bhesa

Jagannatha puts on this Bhesa in the month of

Margasira for three days. Sraddha means the

offerings made out of love and hence, such rites

as are observed for the departe](javascript:vod(0);)

[## Padma Bhesa

In the month of Magha, Jagannatha is dressed in Padmas (latus flowers), which appear plentily on earth from this month onwards. This Bhesa takes place to perpetuate the memory of a devotee, who had brought the lotus flowers from a long distance to decorate the god.

Padma Bhesa

In the month of Magha, Jagannatha is dressed in Padmas (latus flowers), which appear plentily on earth from this month onwards. This Bhesa takes place to perpetuate the m](javascript:vod(0);)

[## Gajoddharana Bhesa

There is a story in the Puranas that at one time in the past, an elephant was attacked by a ferocious alligator. Finding no other way to save his life, this animal implored the mercy of Vishnu. His prayers

immediately moved Vishnu to compassion and the latter hurled his disc to cut the attacking alligator to

pieces. Jagannatha, who is identified with Vishnu, wears this Bhesa to inspire a sense of devotion to the grace of the god.

Gajoddharana Bhesa

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[## Chacheri Bhesa

In the month of Phalguna, this Bhesa takes place. According to a social custom prevailing all over India, people play with coloured , powder and throw this powder over the friends and relatives. ‘Jagannatha’ is the best representative of the people and he is also shown as sharing the experiences of the. People by playing with red powder.

Chacheri Bhesa

In the month of Phalguna, this Bhesa takes place. According to a social custom prevailing all over India, people play with coloured , powder and throw this powder over th](javascript:vod(0);)

[## ABAKASHA BESHA

ABAKASHA BESHA](javascript:vod(0);)

[## BADASINGHARA BESHA

BADASINGHARA BESHA](javascript:vod(0);)

[## BANABHOJI BESHA

BANABHOJI BESHA](javascript:vod(0);)

[## BANKACHUDA BESHA

BANKACHUDA BESHA](javascript:vod(0);)

[## BASANTA GHODALAGI BESHA

BASANTA GHODALAGI BESHA](javascript:vod(0);)

[## DALIKIA BESHA

DALIKIA BESHA](javascript:vod(0);)

[## Gajanana besha

Gajanana besha](javascript:vod(0);)

[## NILA GHODALAGI BESHA

NILA GHODALAGI BESHA](javascript:vod(0);)

[## RAGHUNATH BESHA

RAGHUNATH BESHA](javascript:vod(0);)

[## TRIBIKRAMA BESHA

TRIBIKRAMA BESHA](javascript:vod(0);)

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