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Sakaleshwar Mandir
- Ambajogai,Maharashtra
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One of the inscriptions from the Yadava period refers to this temple. Built in Saka 1150, this temple is now surrounded by ruins. Eight pillars support a circular shrine that stands in the center of the sabhamandap. 12 pillars support the slightly decaying sabhamandap roof. The walls have engravings of sapta matrkas, with lamps on their heads. Carved out of black flint stone, a headless Nandi lies among the ruins.
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.