Vaishno Devi
Mata vaishno devi story: Vaishno Devi Temple located in Jammu is considered one of the most famous and sacred religious places in the country. This temple is present in the Trikuta hills of Jammu, where millions of devotees come every year to visit. Vaishno Devi is considered the most divine of all Shaktipeeths of Goddess Durga. But despite such glory of Vaishno Mata, she is not mentioned in any Veda-Purana. Now you must be wondering why this is like this? Let us tell you how Vaishno Mata appeared and why this temple is so famous.
Why are Vaishno Devi famous?
Mata Vaishno Devi Temple is located on the Trikut mountain in Jammu and Kashmir, dedicated to Goddess Durga. This temple is considered one of the 108 Shaktipeeths of Durga Devi and is one of the most seen pilgrimage centers in India. This temple is situated at an altitude of 5,200 feet and there is a huge crowd during Navratri. There are many secrets associated with Mata Vaishno Devi temple, one of which is a cave present here. This cave is considered very mysterious, which is an important part of this temple.
What is the secret of Vaishno Devi cave?
The Vaishno Devi cave is also called the “Gargajoon Cave”, which is situated on the Trikuta mountain. It is said about this mysterious cave that Mother Vaishno Devi did penance in this cave for 9 months to hide from Bhairavnath, the way an infant lives in her mother’s womb. Religious belief is that women do not face problems during pregnancy and delivery by entering this cave.
What happens by visiting Mata Vaishno Devi?
According to religious beliefs, visiting Mother Vaishno Devi in Jammu fulfills all the wishes of the devotees, they get blessings of happiness, peace and prosperity. This temple is a sacred pilgrimage place in Hinduism, where visiting Goddess Vaishno Devi removes all the troubles and blesses the Goddess.
Special importance in Navratri:- During Navratri, special worship, yajna and religious programs are organized in the Vaishno Devi temple.
Mythological importance:- There are many mythological stories and beliefs related to Vaishno Devi temple, which make it even more special.
Cave Search:- It is said that the cave in Vaishno Devi temple was discovered by Pandit Sridhar, a Brahmin priest, about 700 years ago.
Slaughter of Bhairavnath:- Mata Vaishno Devi killed Bhairavnath and after seeing the mother, it is necessary to see Bhairavnath.
Bhairavnath Temple:- Bhairavnath Temple is located near Vaishno Devi Cave and is also considered an important part of the pilgrimage.
Wishing to be fulfilled:- It is believed that Mother Vaishno Devi fulfills all the wishes of her devotees.
Pilgrimage:- The Vaishno Devi temple is open throughout the year, but the time between March to October is best for traveling.
How did Vaishno Devi appear?
A mythological story is famous for the origin of Mata Vaishno Devi. According to this legend, Goddess Vaishnavi was born in South India to a king named Ratnakar. Goddess’s name was Trikuta in childhood. He was called Vaishnavi due to being born in the lineage of Lord Vishnu. According to religious belief, Vaishno Devi took refuge in a cave of Trikuta mountain to escape Bhairav Nath.
Mata Vaishno Devi appeared in the holy cave as Mahasaraswati, Mahalakshmi and Mahakali, who are worshiped as the holy 3 bodies. It is said that in this cave, he did penance for nine months and then killed Bhairav Nath. After this, Goddess Vaishnavi made the cave her permanent residence and later this place became famous as Mata Vaishno Devi Temple.
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