Attahas Satipeeth near the deserted crematorium of Ketugram. Here the goddess is worshiped in the form of Bhayal Chamunda. According to the Purana, the Adhar or the lower part of the lips of the goddess fell on this ground after the death of Sati. The tradition and belief of more than 3500 years old is still intact.
The secret of the sanctum sanctorum of Attahas in the darkness of night is still unknown to the general public. But even behind that deep mystery, the light of absolute Sattvikism emerges. There is no sacrifice in this ancient satipeeth. Devi does not like violence here, wants only pure self-sacrifice. Matri Aradhana goes on with great devotion for four days. And do you know what is the basis of that worship? Totally vegetarian and the purest indulgence.
Mother's food and offering is not just a plate of food but a symbol of supreme devotion. Where devotion is devoted, there is no room for impurity at all. This is why according to the scriptures, matribhoga rice must be unique, all-round pure and absolutely pure. The worthy successor of this custom and belief is 'Lalbaba Rice'.
Mother's food and offering is not just a plate of food but a symbol of supreme devotion. Where devotion is devoted, there is no room for impurity at all. This is why according to the scriptures, matribhoga rice must be unique, all-round pure and absolutely pure. The worthy successor of this custom and belief is 'Lalbaba Rice'.
Just as there is no compromise in the ancient tradition of Attahas, there is no compromise in the quality of rice in the Annabhoga dish of Goddess Adhareshwari. Every year on Punya Lagna of Saptami, since the beginning of the puja, perfect unbroken tandula is required to prepare mother's Bhoga. Every grain of Lalbaba rice is a symbol of that devotion and respect. The mellow purity of this rice blends with the sweet aroma of five types of fried, pulses, vegetables and pies dedicated to mother's enjoyment.
In Sanskrit it is said, 'Annang vai brahma' – Annai is the form of Brahma. And when that food is offered as an offering at the feet of the goddess at the seat of Sati, then Nikhad is the criterion of purity. Hence, from the ancient Attahas of Ketugram to the Puja-Satvik food of Bengali homes, Lalbaba Rice is the trusted name. In this puja, the purity of pure rice should be associated with the worship of the mother.
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