Gariaband Bhuteshwarnath Temple: In the holy month of Saavan, devotees are immersed in the devotion of Lord Shiva. During this period, there is a rush of devotees in Shiva temples across the country. Monday has a different significance in the month of Sawan.
Devotees reach Shivalayas on Monday and become engrossed in devotion to Shiva.
There are many such temples across the country, which leave you in awe. One such temple is the temple of Bhuteshwarnath located in Gariaband district of Chhattisgarh, which is unique. Let us know about this temple on the occasion of Sawan Monday…
The Ardhanarishwar Shivling in the Bhuteswarnath temple located in Gariaband district of Chhattisgarh is not only naturally formed, but its size increases every year. This miracle surprises the devotees as well as deepens their faith.
This huge Shivalinga, which is also known as Bhooteshwarnath or Bhakurra, is situated in Marauda village, situated amidst dense forests and hills, just 3 kilometers away from Gariaband district headquarters.
Shivalinga is worshiped in the form of Ardhanarishvara.
According to the official website of Chhattisgarh government, this Shivalinga is worshiped in the Ardhanarishwar form. While the size of Shivling in many temples of the country is found to be small, the Bhuteshwarnath Shivling is increasing in size every year. This unique miracle leaves the devotees even more astonished.
What is its story?
A legend is also popular about the temple. It is said that about 30 years ago this area was covered with dense forests. The villagers around Maroda village used to hear a sound like the bellowing of a bull coming from a small mound. In Chhattisgarhi language, ‘Hunkar’ is called ‘Bhakurra’, from which this Shivalinga got its name.
When the villagers reached near that mound, no animal was found there. Gradually the villagers gained faith in this mound and started worshiping it considering it to be the form of Lord Shiva. Today the same small mound has become a huge Shivalinga, 80 feet high, which is growing every year.
Devotees arrive on Sawan and Mahashivratri
On Mondays of Sawan and on the occasion of Mahashivratri, thousands of Kanwariyas travel long distances to visit this temple. This journey passing through dense forests and hills further deepens the devotion of the devotees. The number of devotees is increasing every year, because people consider the increasing size of this Shivalinga as a miracle. The natural beauty and serene environment surrounding the temple immerse the devotees in devotion.
Regarding Bhuteshwarnath temple, local people believe that this Shivalinga has the power of Ardhanarishwar form, which shows the balance of Shiva and Shakti. Devotees believe that by visiting here, wishes are fulfilled and one gets happiness and peace in life.
The discovery of the temple and its increasing size has made it a subject of curiosity for scientists and researchers also. According to beliefs, water waves have also been seen many times near Shivalinga.
In the month of Sawan, devotees please Lord Shiva by offering Belpatra, milk and water in Bhuteshwarnath temple. Echoes of hymns and chanting are heard in the temple premises. The local administration and villagers together arrange facilities for the devotees, so that their journey is pleasant.