Ashirwada Bodhi Puja - А¶†а·ѓа·’රේැෟ඿ А¶¶а·ќа¶°а·’ А¶ґа·”а¶ўа·џ May 2026

: Believed to have healing properties for those suffering from illness.

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

A central verse used during the worship of the Bodhi tree is: : Believed to have healing properties for those

: Placed on altars while reciting stanzas on impermanence.

: Performed to fulfill a vow (baraya) for a specific successful outcome in life. Core Components of the Puja A central verse

: Worshipping the tree as a symbol of the Buddha's Enlightenment. Offerings : Presenting items such as:

: Usually coconut oil lamps (Pahan Puja) to dispel the "darkness of ignorance". Offerings : Presenting items such as: : Usually

: Chanting sacred Pali verses (Gatha) and Sinhala blessing poems (Seth Kavi) to invoke protection. Traditional Verses (Gatha)