Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Bhagwan Shiv
By Bhavjot Bhasin
Kashi, or Varanasi, is believed to be the oldest city in the world. It is a place where legends and spirituality merge. Let's learn more about this beautiful and spiritual city.
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According to the Skanda Purana, Lord Shiva himself proclaimed Kashi to be his royal abode. Even amidst the cosmic dissolution, Shiva remains in his holy city.
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The Kashi Vishwanath Temple is home to one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, establishing it as an essential site for spiritual pilgrimage. The Jyotirlinga symbolizes Bhagwan Shiv as the ultimate, eternal truth.
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The existing structure of the Kashi Vishwanath Temple was constructed in 1780 under the patronage of Maharani Ahilyabai Holkar, following the destruction of the original temple by Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb.
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An eternal flame burns continuously in the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, symbolizing the undying presence of Bhagwan Shiva.
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The architectural design of the temple enhances the acoustics of mantras and bells, generating profound spiritual vibrations that reverberate throughout every area of the sacred space.
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Researchers have observed unusual magnetic fields around the temple, leading to various studies that explore the temple's spiritual and scientific significance.
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It is believed that Bhagwan Shiv personally imparts the mantra of salvation to the ears of individuals who pass away in Kashi, thereby bestowing upon them liberation from the cycle of rebirth.
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During the time of MahaShivRatri festival devotees gather in immense numbers to honour Bhagwan Shiv.
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The Kashi Vishwanath Temple is not just a place of worship but a timeless sanctuary where the divine meets the earthly. It remains a symbol of spiritual endurance and unwavering faith.
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