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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
: Worshipping the tree as a symbol of the Buddha's Enlightenment. Offerings : Presenting items such as: Offerings : Presenting items such as: : Placed
: Placed on altars while reciting stanzas on impermanence. For more information on these rituals, you can
: Ritualistically "bathing" the tree with scented water. For more information on these rituals
: Offering beverages and medicinal items in the evening.
For more information on these rituals, you can explore detailed chapters on The Bodhi-Puja or the Bodhi Pooja Ritual in Sri Lanka .
: Often performed to avert evil planetary influences or negative energies.