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Shasthavu Bhootanatheshwara Temple
- Moodabidri,Karnataka
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Shasthavu Bhootanatheshwara temple is one of the most ancient temples of Karnataka. The Shasthavu Bhootanatheshwara temple is located in a place called Mijar village near Moodbidri in Dakshina Kannada district. The temple is dedicated to Lord Bhootanatheshwara. The history of the temple dates back to 1, 500 years. The triple Shiva Linga found on a single platform in the sanctum sanctorum is a unique feature of the temple. The Shasthavu Bhootanatheshwara temple also has rich historical and mythological background. Recently, the temple has been renovated to make it more attractive to the future generation. Imported materials have been used to renovate the temple. The upper roof has been covered with superior quality copper plates imported from Germany. This copper is known as Patina Copper and it is green in color. The Patina Copper has been used in a temple for the first time in Asia. Best quality pink marble from Udaipur has been used for flooring and special Thailand tiles have been used to cover Pauli Gopuram.
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.