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Satrughaneswar Temple
- Bhubaneswar,Odisha
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Satrughaneswar Temple belongs to the group of temples dating from the 6th century AD. Representing a Sikhara Temple, it has been restored. A few sculptures that still exist in the monument or have been recovered from it, provide resemblance to those of at Dasavatara Temple at Deogarh. Characteristic of the Post-Gupta Art, sculptures of the Satrughaneswar are marked by the vigour and exuberance. To its side, ruined temple of Laxmaneswar stands.
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.