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Mahadev Temple
- Ghotan,Maharashtra
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Situated in the Ghotan village of Ahmednagar, this old Mahadeva temple stands in the middle of the village with an old archway and a hanging bell on one side. A mutilated Nandi stands at the door and the way leads to a hall with carved stone pillars holding up a carved stone ceiling. At the other end of the hall is a doorway that leads a flight of stairs down to the shrine and a pool in utter darkness.
Significance
Devotees visit this temple to seek fulfillment of the following:-
- Salvation
- Wealth
- Relief from diseases
- Purchase of vehicles
- Gain Knowledge
Shlokas
Kailaasarana Shiva Chandramouli Phaneendra Maathaa Mukutee Zalaalee Kaarunya Sindhu Bhava Dukha Haaree Thujaveena Shambho Maja Kona Taaree
Meaning -Oh Lord Shiva who is seated on Mount Kailash, where the moon decorates his forehead and the king of serpents crown his head, who is merciful and removes delusion, You alone can protect me. I surrender to thee.
Aum Trayambakam Yajaamahey Sugandhim Pusti Vardhanam Urvaarukamiva Bandhanaath Mrutyor Muksheeya Maamritaat
Meaning -We worship the fragrant Lord Shiva, who has 3 eyes and who cultivates all beings. May He free me from death, for immortality, as even a cucumber is separated from its bond with the vine.