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Introduction and History
Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and is one of the twelve Jyotirlingams, shrines which are said to be the most sacred abodes of Lord Shiva. It is located in the ancient city of Ujjain in the state of Madhya Pradesh, India. The temple is situated on the side of the holy river Shipra. The presiding deity, Lord Shiva in the lingam form is believed to be Swayambhu, deriving currents of power (Shakti) from within itself as against the other images and lingams that are ritually established and invested with mantra-shakti.
As per the Shiva Purana, Lord Brahma and Lord Vishnu once had an argument over who was supreme in the creation. To test them, Shiva pierced the three worlds as an endless pillar of light, the jyotirlinga. Lord Vishnu and Lord Brahma decide to travel along the pillar downwards and upwards respectively, to find the end of the light. Brahma lied that he had found the end, while Vishnu conceded his defeat. Shiva appeared as a second pillar of light and cursed Brahma that he would have no place in ceremonies while Vishnu would be worshipped till the end of eternity. The jyotirlinga is the supreme partless reality, out of which Shiva partly appears. The jyotirlinga shrines, thus are places where Shiva appeared as a fiery column of light.There are 64 forms of Shiva, not to be confused with Jyotirlingas. Each of the twelve jyotirlinga sites take the name of the presiding deity – each considered different manifestation of Shiva. At all these sites, the primary image is lingam representing the beginningless and endless Stambha pillar, symbolizing the infinite nature of Shiva.The twelve jyotirlinga are Somnath in Gujarat, Mallikarjuna at Srisailam in Andhra Pradesh, Mahakaleswar at Ujjain in Madhya Pradesh, Omkareshwar in Madhya Pradesh, Kedarnath in Himalayas in Uttrakhand State, Bhimashankar in Maharashtra, Viswanath at Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh, Triambakeshwar in Maharashtra, Vaidyanath Jyotirlinga, Parali| Vaidyanath at Parali in Maharashtra or at Baijnath in Himachal Pradesh, Nageswar at Dwarka in Gujarat, Rameshwar at Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu and Grishneshwar at Aurangabad in Maharashtra.
The idol of Mahakaleshwar is known to be dakshinamukhi, which means that it is facing the south. This is a unique feature, upheld by the tantric shivnetra tradition to be found only in Mahakaleshwar among the 12 Jyotirlingas. The idol of Omkareshwar Mahadev is consecrated in the sanctum above the Mahakal shrine. The images of Ganesh, Parvati and Karttikeya are installed in the west, north, and east of the sanctum sanctorum. To the south is the image of Nandi, the vehicle of Lord Shiva. The idol of Nagchandreshwar on the third storey is open for darshan only on the day of Nag Panchami. The temple has five levels, one of which is underground. The temple itself is located in a spacious courtyard surrounded by massive walls near a lake. The shikhar or the spire is adorned with sculptural finery. Brass lamps light the way to the underground sanctum. It is believed that prasada (holy offering) offered here to the deity can be re-offered unlike all other shrines.
The presiding deity of time, Shiva, in all his splendor, reigns eternally in the city of Ujjain. The temple of Mahakaleshwar, its shikhar soaring into the sky, an imposing façade against the skyline, evokes primordial awe and reverence with its majesty. The Mahakal dominates the life of the city and its people, even in the midst of the busy routine of modern preoccupations, and provides an unbreakable link with ancient Hindu traditions.
On the day of Maha Shivaratri, a huge fair is held near the temple, and worship goes on through the night.
Devotees are not allowed to bring bags , mobile phones and cameras during the visit . Lockers and Cloak Rooms are there for devotees where they can keep their belongings.
Also an awesome spectacle, with huge participation of devotees, is the procession of God Mahakaal in his Palanquin, called Shahi Savaari, to the river Kshipra, on last Monday of the holy period of Sawaan during the months of Shraavana or Bhadrapada.
The temple complex was destroyed by Sultan Shams-ud-din Iltutmish during his raid of Ujjain in 1234-5. The Jyotirlinga was dismantled and believed to be thrown into a nearby ‘Kotiteerth Kunda’ (a pond neighbouring the temple) with the Jaladhari (a structure supporting the Lingam) stolen during the invasion.
The present structure was built by the Maratha general Ranoji Shinde in 1734 CE after Baji Rao I appointed him to collect taxes in malwa region. Further developments and management was done by other members of shinde dynasty, including Mahadji Shinde (1730–12 February 1794) and Daulat Rao Shinde’s wife Baiza Bai. (1827–1863). During the reign of Jayajirao Shinde (until 1886), major programs of the then Gwalior State used to be held at this temple.[citation needed]
The Maratha Empire regime was established in Ujjain in the 4th decade of the 18th Century. The administration of Ujjain was assigned by Peshwa Bajirao-I to his faithful commander Ranoji Shinde, The Diwan of Ranoji was Sukhatanakar Ramchandra Baba Shenavi who was very wealthy he decided to invest his wealth for religious purposes. In this connection, he re-built the Mahakaleshwar Temple during the 4th-5th decades of the 18th Century.
After India became independent in 1947, the Mahakaleshwar Dev Sthan Trust was replaced by the municipal corporation of Ujjain. Nowadays it is under the collectorate office of Ujjain districrt.
As a Temple concern, the premises are always said to be full of devotees during Morning and evening prayer.
Although,Temple is big and placed on the holy and historic soil as it is so beautiful and clean.
Temple people used to follow all covid 19 protocols . Temple is surrounded by Lots of Trees and fresh air as far as the environment is concerned.
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Presiding Deity
Lord Krishna❤️🙏
Timings
Monday to Sunday – Open timing MORNING 5am–12pm & EVENING 3:00 PM–8PM.
The Summer season is perfect to visit as it is so cold in winters in Uttarakhand which can cause Illness,difficulties.
Festivals
Mahashivratri, Durga Pooja, Navratris,Krishna Janmashtami,Ram Navami,Diwali, Holi, Hanuman Jayanti, Dussehra
etc…
Basic services
Drinking Water Cooler , CCTV Security, Prashada Serving, Puja Samagri stalls etc..
Activities
Open the Darbar gates of Presiding Diety and pay Prayers after Bhagwan Subrabhat Bhauj.
Morning Vedic enchanting and Nature’s welcome (ethnic way).
Vedic Yagya- To purify our inner self for realization and world peace.
Tribute to five basic elements i.e. Land, Water, Sky, Fire and Air.
Pay the last pray of the day in evening after Presiding God Bhauj.
THINGS TO DO
MEDITATION
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AYURVEDA
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ARADHANA and ARCHANA
Devotees and visitors come here to take experience of pure spiritualism and peace as they use to do visit every day and pray to
Lord Shiva❤️🙏
Pooja, Aartis and Timing
Dhyanam and “OM” Dhyanam at 6AmBasically the Aartis to be performed as per the Concern Shraddhas of devotees and Concern Deities.
Believing Aartis are :
Lord Brahma, Lord Vishnu & Lord Shiva at 5AM
Lord Ram Maa Sita,Laxmanji and Hanuman ji Pooja at 5:30AM
Note:The above timings are common but not accurate!
Nearby Famous Temples
Gopal Mandir
Dwarkadhish Gopal Mandir
Chaubis Khamba Mandir
Bhairava Mandir
Mahakaleshwar Mandir etc..
Nearby Dharamshalas and Hotels
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Famous Markets
Markets Near the Temple
- UJJAIN MARKET
- Gurunanak Market
- Bambu Market Ujjain etc..
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Restaurants
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Hospitals
Pushpa Mission Hospital
Govt. Hospital Madhav Nagar
District Hospital Ujjain etc..
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Concern Police Stations
Chimanganj Mandi Police Station
Chimanganj Mandi, Sandipani Nagar, Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh 456001
0734 255 1179
Police Control Room Ujjain
MP SH 18, Freeganj, Madhav Nagar, Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh 456010
0734 252 7143
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Miscellaneous information
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Legal information
The temple is situated on legal site taking care by Govt. and Mandir Community, there is no legal obligation on Temple Property or Temple Schedule, Criteria,Rules etc..
Samajik Sahayat,Goshalas, Sadhus, Sants, Mahants, Famous Dharmik Writers/ Musicians/Dancers/ Craftsmen around the Temple.
Initiattives like Pashu Sewa, Pakshi Sewa, Langar Sewa, Vedic Pathshalas etc Plannings in process.
There is a temple group of some devotees who use to role as band of temple as they do kirtans, Kathas and Narrating sewas time to time.
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Modes of Travel
By Air
Ujjain Airport, Ujjain
Ujjain is well linked with a number of cities through railways. Trains offer high-class facilities to its passengers and you can also book your ticket online.
If you are coming by road then opt for the bus to reach Ujjain. There are numerous buses which ply their direct services at affordable price. After reaching bus stand, you can hire taxis which are also available from Ujjain. It has a good connectivity with cities like Gwalior (464 km), Jaipur (482 km), Ajmer (471 km), Nagpur (543 km) and Indore (77 km).
Nearest Airport: Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport located in Indore is the nearest airport from Ujjain, at a distance of 65 km.
Safety Suggestion: Flights could get delayed during winters due to fog. Some buffer time is advisable.
By Road
ujjain has a good intercity bus connectivity with the nearby cities. You can travel to the city from Indore, Baroda, Rajkot, Mumbai, etc. Volvos, AC and non-A/C are available for this route and the travel is convenient as well as safe.
Journey Suggestion: Ujjain has convenient bus travel options, safe and easy. There aren’t many issues for the travellers to be concerned about.
By Train
Ujjain Junction Railway Station is a major railway station itself and is connected to all the major stations of the country.
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Address for Donation and visiting purpose
Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga
Jaisinghpura, Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh 456006
0734 255 0563
Visitors Views
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