The significance of the 'beth' stick in Lord Jagannath worship
Mythological accounts suggest that as a young child, Lord Krishna was quite playful and would frequently be reprimanded by his mother with a 'beth stick.' This cane is viewed as having a unique connection to Krishna's life and is placed beside the deity at the Jagannath Temple in Puri. Crafted from coconut wood, the stick is held in high regard, and followers believe that contact with it can purify them of their sins.
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