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

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

For more information on these rituals, you can explore detailed chapters on The Bodhi-Puja or the Bodhi Pooja Ritual in Sri Lanka .

: Ritualistically "bathing" the tree with scented water. : Chanting sacred Pali verses (Gatha) and Sinhala

: Placed on altars while reciting stanzas on impermanence.

: Performed to fulfill a vow (baraya) for a specific successful outcome in life. : Chanting sacred Pali verses (Gatha) and Sinhala

: Often performed to avert evil planetary influences or negative energies.

Translation: I worship this Bodhi-tree seated under which the Teacher attained omniscience by overcoming all inimical forces. : Chanting sacred Pali verses (Gatha) and Sinhala

The ritual typically involves several key elements aimed at merit-acquisition and spiritual well-being: