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Kalikamba Temple
- Neklaje,Karnataka
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Sri Kalikamba Temple in Neklaje is an important shrine in Karkala town. The temple consists of the idol of goddess Kalikamba, appearing in sitting posture, holding a sword, Chakra, fruits and Abhaya Mudra in its four arms. Built by a renowned sculptor Arkasali Bhujangacharya in the 11th or 12th century, it is situated at the west of the famous Gomatabetta (Sri Bahubali Hill). The temple attracts a number of devotees thanks to its calm and quiet atmosphere. The outer yard of the temple consists of Anjaneya and Datthathreya shrines along with the shrines of Raktheshwari, Kalkuda and Panjurli Bhoothas (Daivas or evil spirits).
Significance
Devotees visit this temple to seek fulfillment of the following:-
- Protection from evil
- Salvation
- Destruction of ego
- Liberation
Shlokas
Jayantii Manggalaa Kaalii Bhadrakaalii Kapaalinii Durgaa Shivaa Kssamaa Dhaatrii Svaahaa Svadhaa Namostu Te
Meaning -We salute the Devi Kali, who is always victorious and always auspicious, we offer salutations to Bhadrakali Devi who wears a skull garland, we salute Shiva's consort and the embodiment of self-control and supports all beings, Devi Durga, who is Swaha as well as Swadha. We offer our salutations to you.
Om Maha Kalyai Ca Vidmahe Smasana Vasinyai Ca Dhimahi Tanno Kali Prachodayat
Meaning -Om the great Goddess Kali who stays in the ocean of life and burial grounds, we focus our energies on you, may you grant us our wishes and bless us
Kaalika Kalahey Gorey Paathuthvaam Parameshwari Mandapey Thathra Mathangi Thatha Sowmya Swayamwarey
Meaning -Let the ever charming, mother of the universe, protect us and stay in this mandap and bestow her blessing on us as mother Mathangi.
Katyayani Mahamaye Mahayoginyadheeshwari Nandgopsutam Devipatim Me Kuru Te Namah
Meaning -Oh Goddess Katyayani, the great vigour of the Lord, the owner of great magical power and the mighty one who controls all, please make the son of Nanda Maharaj my husband. I offer my salutations to you.