Question

Who built the Jagannath temple at Puri and which deities are worshipped over there?

Answer 1

The Jagannath temple in Puri was built approximately 1135-1150 by KingChodaganga of the Eastern Ganga dynasty and finished by his descendant, Anangabhima Deva, during the 12th century.

The temple icons of Jagannath,Balabhadra, Subhadra and SudarshanChakra are made from sacred Neem logs known as Daru. Depending on the season the deities are adorned in different garbs and jewels. Worship of these deities pre-date the temple structure and may have originated in an ancient tribal shrine.

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Answer 2

The Jagannath temple in Puri was built approximately 1135-1150 by King Chodaganga of the Eastern Ganga dynasty and finished by his descendant, Anangabhima Deva, during the 12th century.

Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra and Goddess Subhadra are the main deities worshiped at the Jagannath Temple, Puri.

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