- Shiva
Mahadev Temple
- Pathri,Maharashtra
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Situated in the Des Mukh Mohalla, this 500-year-old solid rock temple has a vaulted dome similar to the one on the dargah in the ruined fort of Pathri. Two lings are kept on the floor in the inner shrine. The entrance wall has beautiful and extravagant stone carvings that depict figures of men and women dancing in ecstasy. The sabhamandap measures 20'X20' and the ceiling is 13' high. Five stone pillars support the sabhamandap. A Nandi carved in rock and mounted on a 2' high pedestal faces the lings. A compound wall built in stone and mud surrounds the temple and two elephants are carved on either side of the wall.
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.