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Jagat Shiromaniji Temple
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Overview
Jagat Shiromaniji Temple is a Hindu Shrine dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is situated in the Jaipur district of Rajasthan, India.
About the Deity
Sri Jagat Shironmani temple was built by Queen Kanakawati in memory of her late son Jagat Singh. It was the wish of Her Highness that the temple be regarded as an universally acclaimed shrine and thus named it “ Jagat SinghMani” meaning “the head Jewel of Lord Vishnu”.
About the Temple
The temple was constructed by Queen Shringar Devi Kanakawat, the wife of King Man Singh, in memory of her son Jagat Singh. The temple is believed to have been constructed from the year 1599 A.D to 1608 A.D and stands as a finest example of palatial modelled shrines. The temple is largely constructed with white marble and black stones. An important highlight of this shrine is the depiction of various scenes from Puranas, including that of trumpeting elephants and horses. The temple complex also encompasses a two storied mandapam.
The temple's architecture is designed based on the South Indian style. The presiding deity of the temple is Lord Vishnu whose vigraha is made of white stone. A separate sub shrine called the Mira Mandir is found within the temple complex dedicated to Lord Krishna who graces here along with Sri Mira Bai, an ardent devotee of the Lord.
Rare Fact
A noteworthy feature of this grandeur shrine is its main gate alongside an ornamental bracketing. Next to it is the statue of Sri Garuda, the divine vehicle of Lord Vishnu, under a canopy.
Festivals
Janamashtami, Annakuta, Sharat Poornima are some of the prominent festivals celebrated here.
Custom & Traditions of Temple
Traditions and customs pertaining to Sri Vaishnavism are followed in this temple.
How To Reach Jagat Shiromaniji Temple
By Air
The nearest airport to this temple is the Jaipur airport.
By Rail
The closest located railway station is Jaipur railway station.
By Road
The nearest Bus stop is Jaipur bus stop.
Temple Address
Jagat Shiromaniji Temple,
Salasar Bus Stand, Palwas Road,
Sikar, Rajasthan - 332001.
Significance
Devotees visit this temple to seek fulfillment of the following:-
- Salvation
- Wealth
- Relief from diseases
- Purchase of vehicles
- Gain Knowledge
Shlokas
Achutham Keyshavam Rama Narayanam Krishna Damodaram Vasudevam Harim Shridharam Madhavam Gopika Vallabham Janaki Nayakam Ramachandram Bhajey
Meaning -Oh Lord who cannot be perished, who also has names like Keshava, Rama, Damodara, Narayana, Sridhara, Madhava, Krishna, Ramachandra the beloved of Janaki, let me say your name regularly.
Vasudeva Sutham Devam Kamsa Chanoora Mardhanam Devaki Paramanandham Krishnam Vande Jagathgurum
Meaning -I bow to you O Krishna, the ultimate guru, Devaki and Vasudeva's son, and the destroyer of Kamsa and Chanur.
Adharam Madhuram Vadanam Madhuram Nayanam Madhuram Hasitam Madhuram Hridayam Madhuram Gamanam Madhuram Mathuraa Dhipate Rakhilam Madhuram
Meaning -Meaning - Sweet are Your lips, sweet is Your face, sweet are Your eyes, sweet is Your smile, sweet is Your heart, sweet is Your gait, O Lord of Mathura, everything about You is sweet.
Alokya Mathur Mukha Madarena Sthanyam Pibantham Saraseeruhaksham Sachinmayam Devam Anantha Roopam Balam Mukundam Manasa Smarami
Meaning -I think of this Balamukundan as the one who looks lovingly at his mother's face while taking milk from her, who has eyes similar to the red lotus, who is the embodiment of truth and intelligence and other forms.
Timings
The temple is open from 6.00 am to 1.00 pm and again in evening from 4.00 pm to 8.00 pm.