Definition
Jagganath is a variant spelling of Jagannath/Jagannatha, a form of Vishnu. It represents the 'Lord of the Universe'. The deity is highly venerated in Puri, Odisha. Jagannath embodies cosmic order and interconnectedness. The Jagannath Temple hosts the Rath Yatra festival. He is represented by a distinctive image. This highlights qualities of devotion, love, and the universal.