Ashirwada Bodhi Puja - А¶†а·ѓа·’а¶»а·ља·ђа·џа¶ї А¶¶а·ќа¶°а·’ А¶ґа·”а¶ўа·џ Apr 2026
: Performed to fulfill a vow (baraya) for a specific successful outcome in life.
: Ritualistically "bathing" the tree with scented water. : Performed to fulfill a vow (baraya) for
: Usually coconut oil lamps (Pahan Puja) to dispel the "darkness of ignorance". : Performed to fulfill a vow (baraya) for
: Offering beverages and medicinal items in the evening. : Performed to fulfill a vow (baraya) for
For more information on these rituals, you can explore detailed chapters on The Bodhi-Puja or the Bodhi Pooja Ritual in Sri Lanka .
The (ආශිර්වාද බෝධි පූජා) is a sacred Sri Lankan Buddhist ritual performed to invoke blessings, protection, and healing through the veneration of the Bodhi tree . It is a form of Bodhi Puja specifically focused on "Ashirwada" (blessings) to prevent misfortune and gain strength for facing life's challenges. Core Components of the Puja