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Mahadev Temple
- Hivarkhed,Maharashtra
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Situated on the bank of the river Pak that flows through the village, this ancient Mahadev temple is the main attraction at Hivarkhed. The idols of Rama, Lakshmana, Sita, Hanuman, Dattatraya and Shiv linga are placed in a spacious chamber, to the west of the temple. A Tulsivrndavana, that contains the idols of many other deities, is present in the center of the enclosed courtyard. The spacious sabhamandap has another Tulsivrndavana with two graceful white marble Nandis. The linga is carved in such a way that the lower half is carved out of black stone and the upper half is carved out of whitish flint stone. The vestibule where the linga lies also has idols of Nagoba (snake), Annapurna and Ganapati.
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.