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Mandapeshwar Cave Temple
- Borivali,Maharashtra
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Mandapeshwar cave is situated in Mount Poinsur, Borivali. Originally they were situated on the banks of the Dahisar river. However the course of the river changed later. Mandapeshwar caves are small. The ruins of an old Portuguese - built church stand atop the caves. The cave has a number of steps, which lead up to a rectangular forecourt with four carved pillars, which looks into three chambers. It also has a central unornamented sanctum. The original Nandi of this shrine was damaged. There are a few relief panels on alcoves. It includes one depicting Shiva as Nataraja and another depicting the marriage of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.
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.