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Astasambhu Temple
- Kualo,Odisha
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Kualo or Karmula was the ancient capital of Dhenkanal. Kualo is situated in north of Dhenkanal town at a distance of 32 km on the right side of river Brahmani. The kingdom was ruled by the shulki kings who hold "stamba" epithets. They were the feudatories of the Bahmukar kings. Their deity was Lord Shiva. Hence we see eight Siva temples at Kualo known as "Ashta Sambhu". These eight shiva lingas are known as - Kanakeswar, Swapneswar, Aisneswar, Kapileswar, Baidyanatheswar, Bane and Lokanatheswar.
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.