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Shankarlinga Temple
- Bijapur,Karnataka
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Assignable to 12th to 13th centuries A.D. this temple facing east consists of a garbhagriha, an antarala and pillared hall. The pillared hall has three mukhamandapas with steps leading into it. The garbhagriha houses a Linga on the pedestal with a seated nandi in front of it. The pillars have a square base on octagonal shaft and cushion capital at the top. There is a kakshasana in one of the mukhamandapas. The sikhara portion is missing. On elevation the temple is raised over an adhishtana comprising jagate, kumuda and kapota. The walls of the temple are decorated with alternative models of pilasters and sculptures. Eaves are provided only for the mukhamandapas.
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.