56 Sacred Items of Chhapan Bhog Mahaprasadam

Chappan Bhog means 56 varieties of food offered to Lord Jagannath in Puri. According to ” Skanda Purana” Lord Jagannath redeems the devotees by permitting them to partake his Mahaprasad, to have His darshan and to worship him by observing rituals and by offering of gifts. Mahaprasad is treated here as ‘Anna Brahma’. Temple kitchen has got the capacity to cook for a lakh of devotees on a day. Mahaprasad is cooked only in earthen pots and medium of food is fire wood only. Steam-cooked food is offered to Lord Jagannath first and then to Goddess Vimala after which it becomes Mahaprasad.

Mahaprasad is freely taken by people of all castes and creeds without any discrimination. When the steam cooked food is carried to Lord in slings of earthen pots no flavor comes up from the food but when the same is carried back to the sale point after being offered to the Lord a delicious smell spells along in the breeze to the pleasant surprise of the devotees. Now the food is blessed.

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56 Bhog List with Pictures

  • Ukhuda ( Sugar coated pup rice)
56 Bhog
  • Nadia kora (Coconut ladu)
Nadia kora bhog
  • Khua (condensed milk)
Khua
  • Dahi (Yoghurt)
  • Pachila kadali (Ripe Banana)
Pachila kadali
  • Kanika (Flavoured Rice)
Kanika
  • Tata Khechudi (Dry Khechudi)
  • Mendha Mundia (A kind of cake)
  • Bada Kanti (Fried Cake)
  • Matha Puli (A kind of Pan cake)
  • Hamsa Keli (Sweet cake)
  • Jhili ( Thin pan cake like Dosa)
  • Enduri ( Idli)
  • Adapachedi (Ginger Paste)
  • Saga Bhaja (Fried leafy vegetables)
  • Kadali Bhaja (Fried Plantain)
  • Maric Ladu (Chilli Ladu)
  • San Pitha ( Small size Cake)
  • Bara (Donalds)
  • Arisha (Sweet fried cake made of rice flour)
  • Bundia (Sweet granules made of gram flour)
  • Pakhal (Water rice)
  • Khiri (Milk Rice)
Khiri bhog
  • Kadamba (A kind of sweet)
  • Pat Manohar (Name of a sweet)
  • Takuaa (Sweets shaped like tongue)
  • Bhaga Pitha (A kind of cake )
  • Gotai (A kind of salty cake)
  • Dalma (Dal with vegetables)
  • Bada Kakara (Large Fried sweet cake)
  • Luni Khuruma (Salty Biscuits)
  • Amalu ( Malpua, Sweet Puri)
  • Suar Pitha (Poda Pitha, Baked Cake)
  • Biri Buha (Black gram cake )
  • Jhadai Nadaa (Small ball shaped cakes)
  • Khasta Puri (Strong fried cakes)
  • Kadali Bara (Fried Plantain)
  • Sana Arisha (Small fried cakes)
  • Sakar (Chatni)
  • Podo Pitha (Panned Cake)
  • Kanji (Sour Rice)
  • Dahi Pakhal (Curd rice )
  • Bada Arisha (Large size Fried cake)
  • Tipuri (Three stage fillings)
  • Sakara (Sugar candy)
Sakara
  • Suji Khir (Milk with samolina)
  • Muga Sijha (Boiled green gram)
  • Manohar (A kind of sweet)
  • Magaja Ladu (A kind of sweet)
  • Pana (Sweet Drink)
  • Anna (Rice)
  • Ghia Anna (Ghee rice)
  • Dali (Sweet Dal)
  • Besar (Curry)
  • Mahur (Veg. curry with mustard seeds)
  • Sag (Leafy vegetables)

Also Read: Jagannath Puri Temple Prasad

Mahaprasad of Shree Jagannath is of two types. One is Sankudi and the other is Sukhila. Sankudi Mahaprasad is consists of Rice, Dal, Curries, Vegetables, Khir, Khata, Saga, etc. and the Sukhila Prasad consists of dry sweet items like Pitha (cakes), Khaja, Poda, etc. Mahaprasad is available in the Ananda Bazar in the temple premises for the devotees.

List of Daily Offerings 56 Bhog to the Deities and Timings

56 Bhog (Chhappan Bhog) offerings at Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri are part of the sacred rituals performed daily to honor the deities Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra. Offerings are prepared in the temple’s kitchen, one of the largest in the world, and are served in specific sequences throughout the day. Below is the list of daily offerings along with their approximate timings:

Daily Offerings and Timings
Bala Bhoga (Early Morning Offering)

  • Timing: 5:30 AM – 6:30 AM
  • Offerings: Fruits, coconut water, butter, and sweets.

Gopala Vallabha Bhoga

  • Timing: 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM
  • Offerings: Puffed rice, curd, ripe bananas, and kora (a sweet dish).

Sakala Dhupa (Morning Meal)

  • Timing: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
  • Offerings: Rice, dal, vegetable curries, pithas (cakes), and kheeri (sweet rice pudding).

Bhoga Mandapa

  • Timing: 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Offerings: Variety of rice dishes, dals, and curries prepared fresh.

Madhyana Dhupa (Midday Meal)

  • Timing: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
  • Offerings: Rice, vegetables, dal, sweet dishes, and other delicacies.

Sandhya Dhupa (Evening Offering)

  • Timing: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
  • Offerings: Light snacks, sweets, and fruits.

Badasinghara Bhoga (Late-Night Offering)

  • Timing: 10:00 PM – 11:00 PM
  • Offerings: Light food items such as sweet dishes, milk, and dry fruits.

FAQs

What is 56 Bhog at Jagannath Puri?

56 Bhog, also known as Chappan Bhog, refers to the 56 different types of food offerings made daily to Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Maa Subhadra at the Jagannath Temple in Puri.

Why is it called 56 Bhog?

Name “56 Bhog” comes from the tradition of offering 56 different food items to the deities, symbolizing the meals Lord Krishna missed during the seven days he lifted the Govardhan Hill.

What types of food are included in 56 Bhog?

Offerings include a variety of dishes such as rice, lentils, vegetables, sweets, and milk-based items. Some notable dishes are Pakhala Bhata, Dalma, Khechudi, Saga Bhaja, and Malpua.

When is 56 Bhog offered at Jagannath Puri?

56 Bhog is offered multiple times throughout the day, from early morning to late at night, during various rituals and meal times.

What is the significance of 56 Bhog in Jagannath Puri?

Offering 56 Bhog is a way for devotees to express their devotion and gratitude to the deities, seeking blessings and spiritual fulfillment.

How is 56 Bhog prepared at Jagannath Temple?

Food is prepared in the temple’s unique kitchen, known as the Rosaghara, using traditional methods and strict ritualistic guidelines. The cooking is done in earthen pots over wood-fired stoves.

Can visitors partake in the 56 Bhog offerings?

Yes, after the food is offered to the deities, it is distributed as Mahaprasad to the devotees, allowing them to partake in the sacred offerings.

What is the historical significance of 56 Bhog?

Tradition is rooted in Hindu mythology, particularly the legend of Lord Krishna lifting the Govardhan Hill and missing 56 meals, which devotees now offer to compensate.

Are there any special occasions for 56 Bhog at Jagannath Puri?

While 56 Bhog is offered daily, it holds special significance during festivals like Rath Yatra and Janmashtami, attracting large numbers of devotees.

How can one learn more about 56 Bhog and its rituals?

Visitors can learn more by visiting the Jagannath Temple in Puri, participating in the rituals, and speaking with temple priests and guides who can provide detailed insights.

What is Pahili Bhoga?

Every winter with the start of Indian month of Pausha, ‘Pahili Bhoga’ is offered to Lord Jagannath and his siblings in Shri Jagannath Temple, Puri. It is a month-long special food offering to the deities early in the morning every day from Dhanu Sankranti to Makar Sankranti or Uttarayan Sankranti. In Odia language ‘Pahili’ means ‘Frist’ and ‘Bhoga’ means ‘Offering’, so the name Pahili Bhoga means the first food offering of the day. In the month of January, Mahaprasad is sometimes referred to as Pahili Bhoga.