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* Sign Up DID YOU KNOW? Bizarre and unbelievable temple rituals June 12, 2022 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Illustration: Aayush Andreas Aind Amazing rituals: Here are some amazing temples where some unbelievable rituals and practices go on. One may call it crazy but it is the belief of some people. Mahendipur Balaji Temple, Rajasthan: In the sleepy little Dausa district of Rajasthan, thousands of devotees turn up at Mahendipur Balaji Temple to rid themselves of ghosts, demons and other evil spirits every day. Offering penance in extreme ways, pouring boiling water on oneself, hanging from the ceiling, chaining themselves to walls, and banging their head against the walls is said to rid a person of all things evil. One of the most mysterious temples in India, Balaji temple is also famed for being probably the only place in India where exorcisms by priests are still carried out. * No Prasad is offered at this temple, and it is said that once you leave the temple, you must not turn back to look at it; who knows, evil spirits might take that as an invitation to inhabit your body. Devji Maharaj Mandir, MP: During the full moon every month, the Devji Maharaj Mandir in Madhya Pradesh, is the place where devotees come to rid themselves of ghosts, demons, and evil spirits. As penance, a common practice is lighting camphor tablets on bare palms to scare whatever evil spirit resides within to leave the body. Running around or being smacked by a broom are other options. * But the weirdest tradition is the annual bhoot mela or ghost fair that is held in the temple grounds, to appease evil spirits. One of the unsolvable mysteries of India for sure; warrants a visit? Kodungallur Bhagavathy Temple, Kerala: The earthly abode of Goddess Bhadrakali, a gentler reincarnation of Goddess Kali, the Kodungallur Bhagavathy Temple witnesses a bizarre seven-day festival celebrated annually, the Bharani Festival. Men and women wearing red apparel and carrying swords swarm this Indian temple, running around in a trance-like state. They hit their heads with the sword, blood pours freely, and they enter the temple hurling choice abuses and singing lewd songs about the Devi. * Offerings are not made in the general fashion, instead, they are thrown at the statue of the goddess, and the temple rafters are hit repeatedly with sticks. The temple is shut down for 7 days after the festival, admittedly to clean the blood stains. Due to this festival, it is now one of the famous temples in Kerala. Kal Bhairav Nath Temple, Varanasi: This temple is the abode of Lord Kal Bhairav Nath, a reincarnation of Lord Shiva. Believe it or not, the only offerings that are made to God here is alcohol, be it whiskey or wine. Alcohol is poured directly into the deity’s open mouth, and the same is offered to devotees as Prasad. Unlike other shops outside temples in Varanasi that sell flowers and sweets as an offering, the stalls outside this temple offer only alcohol for sale. Devaragattu Temple, Andhra Pradesh: Another ancient temple of India, Devaragattu Temple in Kurnool district of Andhra Pradesh is famous for the Bani Festival. Located on the borders of Karnataka, every year on Dussehra, devotees from both the states gather in large numbers with lathis, to hit each other on their heads till midnight! * Commemorating the slaying of a demon by Mala-Malleswara (Shiva), these men drenched in blood goes on with the celebration throughout the night. This 100-year-old festival was earlier celebrated with axes and spears instead of lathis. In 2014, police reported a total causality of 56 people during the Bani festival. Medical attendants and police haplessly remain spectators to this extreme frenzy! Get Comprehensive news coverage delivered stright to your inbox, for free! Sign Up! Please enter valid email. Some error occurred, please try again. You are already subscribed. FAQs Privacy Policy Terms of Use feedback@boringnews.co Copyright © Ruson Infomedia Private Limited. All Rights Reserved. × One Daily Email Covering Indian & International Affairs, Business And Sports. Focused. Factual. Free. Subscribe Still on the fence? Check out our latest edition