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Bhavani Shankar Temple
- Agashi,Maharashtra
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16 wooden pillars support the sabhamandap of this Bhavani Shankar temple and only a few are decorated with carvings. Shankraji Keshav Phadke built this temple in Saka 1613 (1691 AD) and the successor of Baji Rao I renovated this temple at a later date. A primary school and the grampanchayat office are situated within the temple premises. A relation of the Chief of Miraj, built a holy bathing reservoir in 1691, where he was cured by the water.
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.