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Mandhata Baba Temple
- Maneswar,Odisha
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Mandhata Baba Temple is situated at Maneswar, in Sambalpur District of Orissa. It is one of the eight Astasambhu Temples in the districts of Baragarh and Sambalpur. The presiding deity of the temple is Lord Shiva. This temple was built during the Chauhan period. The exquisite Chauhan architecture can be seen in the temple premises. This temple, though small in height, is of great artistic beauty and with picturesque background.
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.