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Lakhesvara Shiva Temple
- Bhubaneswar,Odisha
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Lakhesvara Shiva temple is located in the old town of Bhubaneshwar. Situated at a distance of 70 metres north east of the famed ancient Lingaraj temple and at a distance of 10 metres south of Gangesvara and Yamunesvara Shiva temple across the road. The temple faces east and the enshrining deity is a Shiva lingam within a circular yoni-pitha. The temple has been built as per the Saptaratha plan (the architectural detail showcasing the seven chariots) and anuratha paga (curvilinear pilaster like structures) is decorated with lotus design.
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.