People who find themselves devotees of Mahadeva could not know there’s a fantastic temple located in Kolkata, Madhyamgram. It’s within the type of Mahakal Lord Shiva, the primordial power of the universe. This Mahakaal temple is located in Madhyamgram, Kolkata, simply inside strolling distance of Madhyamgram Chowrasta (four-point crossing highway) in the direction of Badu. It takes no more than 2 minutes to stroll to the mesmerizing Mahakal temple. I, personally a seeker of outdated Shiva and Shakti temples, began to discover as many nice temples close by Kolkata and its suburbs, and it’s certainly one of them.
A gaggle of people, some younger and a few outdated, informed me the historical past behind the temple. It was made by an important devotee of Lord Shiva, nearly 50 years in the past. He as soon as dreamt the presence of Mahakaal, however didn’t perceive and acknowledge the power. The identical dream happened to return and he understood it was his Lord who wished him to construct a temple (Mahakaal) in that place. Later, he acquired an image that was discovered close to his home that got here with the floating of water, a bit summary, however he discovered it to be Mahakaal within the type of Shiva. Lastly, he determined to construct a small temple there, and now it has change into a giant one.
The temple is constructed with bricks and wooden, a concrete constructing superbly crafted by a nice artisan. You may be amazed to see the construction of Mahakaal. Sure, it’s! After I first noticed the construction, I turned dumbfounded. For a second, I finished, immobile, speechless. What will we usually see once we see Maa Kali and Lord Shiva? Maa is standing on the chest of Lord Shiva. Shiva appears to be like calm, however Maa appears to be like fierce. Isn’t it? However right here the image is completely different. Right here, on this Mahakal temple Kolkata Madhyamgram, we see Lord Shiva within the type of Mahakal who’s standing on the chest of Maa Kali. However right here, Shiva appears to be like calm, not fierce. That is the precise image that the devotee dreamt of Mahadeva and determined to construct it.
Puja is performed by a Brahmin Purohit frequently. Typically যজ্ঞ (Yagna) or providing is performed on special days, notably on Amavasya (often called the brand new moon). It’s also possible to prepare a private puja, in case you like. For that matter, it’s essential to speak to the temple authority.
Within the ambit of this Mahakal temple Kolkata Madhyamgram, you will note different temples, like Hanuman JI and Manasa Devi. The temple could be very clear and surrounded with a backyard.
Animal lovers like me might be comfortable to see canines are cordially permitted to enter, take relaxation, sleep, and roam round within the temple. Oh sure, it’s Lord Shiva who’s the Rudra, the Mahakaal who loves canines. He’s the personification of all dwelling beings on earth.
If you’re a devotee of Lord Shiva and Goddess Kali, and wish to see the Mahakaal type of Shiva, it’s a must-visit place for you, at the very least as soon as in your lifetime. Not very far out of your place if you’re a Kolkatan.
I, personally, discover varied temples in West Bengal, which I weblog right here on your reference. I hope you’ll prefer it. Subsequent, I’ll discover a 150 years outdated Shiva temple close to Gustia, Badu, which is roughly 7 km from Madhyamgram Kolkata.
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