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Basukinath temple
- Basukinath,Jharkhand
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Overview
The Basukinath Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is located in Dumka, in Jharkhand, India. This temple is located 25 kilometres from Dumka town, Jharkand. The presiding deities are Lord Shiva and his consort Goddess Parvathi.
About The deity
The shrines of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvathi are seen facing each other. The temple has a pond called Van Ganga where devotees take a dip before visiting the shrines. The temple of Basukinath is located in the Dumka district in the state of Jharkhand.
About The Temple
It is said that Basukinath temple is the court of Baba Bhole Nath. At Basukinath Dham, Shiv and parvati temple are simply before each other. At night when passages of both the temples are opened then the followers are recommended to move far from before the doors as there is a conviction that Lord Shiva and Mata Parvati meet each other as of now. Basukinath is a standout amongst the most antiquated temples. There are numerous other little temples of various Gods and Goddesses additionally in a similar compound.
Festivals
Basukinath is also famous for Shravani mela during July and August every year.
How To Reach Basukinath temple
Basukinath lies on the Deoghar – Dumka State highway and is located around 25 km northwest of Dumka. The Nearest railhead is Basukinath railway station. The Nearest Airport is Ranchi airport.
Temple Address
Basukinath temple,
Basukinath,
Dumka District,
Jharkhand - 814141.
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.
Timings
The temple is open from 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM