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Paschimeshwar Temple
- Bhubaneswar,Odisha
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Paschimeshwar Temple is situated within the precincts of the Yameshwar Temple. Built in a similar fashion on the lines of Parasurameshwar group of temples, it honours Lord Shiva and his consort, Goddess Parvati. In the temple are housed idols of Parvati, Ganesh and Kartikeya. Holding a vase, a crooked staff, a rosary and a lotus, Goddess Parvati, Shiva's consort, is presented in standing posture. These items are held by her in her four arms. The goddess stands atop her mount, with the lion at her side. On the peacock, Kartikeya, the warrior son of Lord Shiva is seated holding a spear and a matulinga in his hands. Sikhandaka-kakapaksha is the way, in which his hair is coiffured. Laddukas, a hatchet, a rosary and a radish are held in the four hands of elephant-headed god, Ganesh, the other son of the Lord. His typical pot-belly is tied by a snake.
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.