Hindu Temples are not just some arrangements of inanimate stones. Along with Hindu Mythology (Puran) a temple carries millions of years of history that took place at the base of the evolutionary Earth. Civilization develops over time and lost again. But that vanishing stories of human civilizations still breath in the grooves of the lifeless stones of an ancient temple. Yes, even a temple has life.
Mundeswari Temple is such an ancient temple, which is associated with the story of the creation. The Mundeshwari Devi Temple is situated on the Mundeshwari Hills (at an elevation of 608 feet ), near Son river, in Kaimur District, Bihar, India. Bihar has been a reign with rich culture since ancient times. Even in Ramayana and Mahabharat, It has been shown to be a cultural state. Mundeswari Temple is an ancient temple dedicated to Shiva-Shakti and is considered to be one of India's oldest functional Hindu temples, built entirely of stone and octagonal on plan. Hindu inscriptions dated 635 CE were found in the temple.
It is said that Devi came here to kill the demons named Chanda and Munda, after the destruction of Chand, during the war, Mund had hidden in this hilly area. According to Puran, it was the place where Mother killed demon Munda. Hence this place is famous by the name of Mother Mundeshwari Devi.
The sacrificial method in this temple is slightly distinct.The greatest characteristic of the Mundeshwari temple is that it has a sattvic tradition of animal sacrifice. Here animals are offered in sacrifice, but their lives are not taken. When a animal is brought before the mother, the priest touches the idol and throws some holy rice on the animal. The animal becomes unconscious at that moment. But the animal stands up again after the priest completes the process of Puja. After all the rituals are completed, the animal is released and according to the rules of the temple, no one can ever hurt the animal. Not only that but the animal is being treated as divine soul by the local people. When this miracle happens in front of your eyes, you cannot believe that you are in the 21st century. It is incredible that such a Divine events still occur in today’s India, to which no reasonable explanation has been given till now.
There are small window typed doors on the four walls of the temple and besides the images of Shiva Durga, some other divine images are also carved. The interior walls have niches and bold mouldings which are carved with vase and foliage designs.
The door jambs with sculpted carvings of Dvarapalas, Ganga, Yamuna and several other murtis are also seen at the temple entrance. Murtis of other famous gods like Ganesha, Surya and Vishnu can be seen. A significant portion of this stone structure has been destroyed and there are many fragments of stone stretched across the temple.
The Devi Mundeshwari and Chaturmukh (four faced) Shiva linga are the primary deities in the temple. Since 1915, the temple has been a protected monument under ASI.
Yet in some special dark nights tantra is practiced here. Who can tell how many unknown secrets and mystic pursuits are still hidden in the temple premises ? Please let us know your thoughts in the comments section. Thanks for reading, here is Temple Science at your service , don’t forget to subscribe. Soon will come to you with a new fascinating and interesting article on mysterious Hindu Temple Science.
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Origin Of The Temple & Markendeya Puran
This temple is also related to the Markandeya Purana. According to Markendya Purana this is the place where Maa Shakti killed Mund. Chand and Mund were the commanders of Ashura Kings Shumbh-Nishumbh.
Astonishing Facts
In this temple of Mother Mundeshwari, devotees experience the miracle of the ancient Shivling, and glimpse of the amazing power of Mother is also seen here. Devotees believe that Mother Mundeshwari fulfills every wish sought here with a sincere heart. |
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Chaturmukh (Four Faced) Shiva Linga changes Its Colour
The Devi Mundeshwari and Chaturmukh (four faced) Shiva lingam are the primary deities in the temple. It is said that its colour of ancient Shiva lingam appears differently in the morning, afternoon and evening. |
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Temple Science
The temple, constructed of stone, stands on a rare octagonal plane. It is the first example of the temple architecture of Nagara in Bihar. It is considered to be the earliest specimen of the Nagara style of temple architecture. The Vimana or shikhara of the temple has been demolished. But as part of the renovation project, a roof has been constructed.There are small window typed doors on the four walls of the temple and besides the images of Shiva Durga, some other divine images are also carved. The interior walls have niches and bold mouldings which are carved with vase and foliage designs.
The door jambs with sculpted carvings of Dvarapalas, Ganga, Yamuna and several other murtis are also seen at the temple entrance. Murtis of other famous gods like Ganesha, Surya and Vishnu can be seen. A significant portion of this stone structure has been destroyed and there are many fragments of stone stretched across the temple.
The Devi Mundeshwari and Chaturmukh (four faced) Shiva linga are the primary deities in the temple. Since 1915, the temple has been a protected monument under ASI.
Siddha Yantras and Tantra Sadhana
The Mundeshwari Hill has many archaeological relics. Looking at the stones and pillars scattered on the hill, it seems that many mysterious Siddha Yantras and mantras are engraved on them. |
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ReplyDeleteHi Mitalia,
DeleteThank you so much, we appreciate your motivating remarks. Yes, the old has to go to make way for the new, especially an ancient temple that carries numerous forgotten knowledge and skills of the past civilization.