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Gourisankara Siva Temple
- Bomikhal,Odisha
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Overview
The deity of God Shiva is worshipped at the Gourisankara Siva Temple located in Rasulgarh at Bhubhaneshwar, Odisha. The deity in the form of a Linga is enshrined on a circular yonipitha at the temple. The temple consists of a sanctum that is built 1.50 meters beneath the present road level. The changes in building and construction of roads have impacted on the structure of the temple. The temple is buried and due to this, not much can be said about its decorative themes. Although, two separate sculptures of Goddess Parvathi and four-armed God Ganesha standing on a lotus pedestal are present inside the sanctum.
About Deity
A Shiva linga is installed within a circular yonipatha. The deities of God Ganesha and Goddess Parvati are also present in the temple. The priest in the temple conducts pooja and rituals on daily basis. Devotees from nearby places visit the temple.
About The Temple
The temple has not been renovated over the years, due to which it has been buried from three sides till the front porch. There is a narrow passage on the west side of the temple that leads to the sanctum from the main road.
The temple’s architecture depicts the Rekha kind of Kalingan order and the Pancharatha style. There is an Aksalinga present on top of the linga rather than a kalasa. The temple is constructed in a way that it faces the western direction. A Vimana is present at the square base of the temple, along with a frontal porch.
Temple Address
Gourisankara Siva Temple,
Bomikhal, Rasulgarh,
Bhubaneswar,
Odisha 751007.
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
Morning 6 AM to Evening 9 PM.