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Jagannath

Jagannath

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A form of the Hindu god Vishnu worshipped in eastern India, especially in Puri
  • proper noun
: Jagannath
  • The temple of Jagannath in Puri is one of the most visited pilgrimage sites for followers of Hinduism.

Examples

  • Every year, the rituals dedicated to Jagannath draw millions of worshippers who come to participate in the sacred ceremonies.

  • On a recent trip in January, we met the members of Sri Jagannath, a savings group that Trickle Up supports in the state of Orissa in eastern India.

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  • During the festival, devotees gathered to celebrate the annual Rath Yatra of Jagannath, where his grand chariot is pulled through the streets.

Synonyms

Jagannatha
vsJagannath
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A form of the Hindu god Vishnu who people worship in Odisha, India

is revered across eastern regions rather than focused on Odisha and the festival
Jagganath
vsJagannath
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A form of the Hindu god Vishnu worshipped in Puri, India

is described more generally as revered across eastern regions rather than only in Puri

Surface Forms

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Etymology

Jagannath comes from the Sanskrit words jagat ('world') and natha ('lord'). So Jagannath means 'lord of the world', a fitting name for a form of the Hindu god Vishnu who is worshipped especially in eastern India.