Jameswar Temple, Puri, Odisha
Jameswar Temple is a Hindu
Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, located in Puri, a famous pilgrimage town in
the state of Odisha, India. This Temple is considered as one of the Pancha
Pandava Temples, associated with Yudhistra, the eldest brother among the Pancha
Pandavas. It is also considered as one of the Ashta Sambhu Temples protecting
Puri in all directions. This temple is also known as Yamesvara Temple and
Jamesvara Mahadeva Temple. The Temple is located at
about 1.5 Kms from Puri Jagannatha Temple, 3 Kms from Puri Bus Stand and 4 Kms
from Puri Railway Station. The Temple is located towards the end of the street in
Gaudabada Sahi to the south west of Puri Jagannath Temple.
Legends
Jameswara:
It is believed that once Lord
Yama (the god of death) tried to disturb Lord Shiva’s meditation. An infuriated
Lord Shiva defeated Lord Yama in the ensuing battle. In local language 'Yama'
is known as 'Jama'. After his victory over Jama (Yama), Lord Shiva is known as
Jameswar (Yamesvara). It is said that Lord Jamesvara is protecting the holy
city of Puri from the influence of Yama.
Pancha Pandava Temples:
Jameswar Temple is one of the
Pancha Pandava Temple of Puri. As per the legend, Pancha Pandavas (Yudhishthira,
Bhima, Arjuna, Nakula and Sahadeva) during their exile visited Puri and stayed
here for one day. They worshipped Lord Vishnu for the safety of their journey.
As a symbol of their visit, five Shiva temples were built at Puri in memory of
their stay at this holy place. These famous five Shiva temples are Lokanatha,
Jameswara, Kapalamochana, Markandeswarar and Nilakanthesvara.
Together, these temples are called as Pancha Pandava Temples. Yamesvara Temple is
associated with Yudhistra, the eldest brother among the Pancha Pandavas.
Ashta Shambhus:
As per Skanda Purana Purusottama
Mahatmya, Puri is called as Shankha Kshetra as it is conch shaped. Puri
Jagannath Temple stands at the centre. lt is surrounded and protected by eight
shrines called Ashta Shambhus. Markandeswar is one among them. The others are Kapalamochana,
Kshetrapal, Yameshwar, lshaneswar, Bilweswar and Neelakantha.
History
The Temple was believed to be
built in 14th Century CE by Ganga Kings.
The
Temple
The Temple is situated below the
present ground level. The Temple is facing towards the east. It is a Kalingan
order of temple having a rekha vimana & pidha jagamohana. The temple is a
Pancharatha on plan and Panchangabada in elevation. The Temple courtyard can be
reached by descending the steps. The dance hall (Natamandapa) and dining hall
(Bhogamandapa) are located in this level.
There is an ante chamber or hall
before Jagamohana. It is about 2 feet below the courtyard level. This Hall is
of later addition than the original temple structure. Bhogamandapa and Nata Mandapa
were completed later. Jagamohana can be accessed from the ante chamber by
descending few steps. Sanctum can be accessed by descending few steps down
again.
The level is approximately
around 15 meters from the ground level. Presiding Deity is called as Yamesvara
/ Jameswar. He is housed in the sanctum in the form of Lingam within a circular
yonipitha. The vimana & jagamohana are square on plan and the Natamandapa
and bhogamandapa are rectangular.
Festivals
Jamesvara Mahadeva participates
in the Chandana
yatra festival of Lord
Jagannath. On the day of Radhastami, the, deity Sudarsana from the Jagannatha
temple visits Lord Yamesvara. This temple is also connected with Sagar Bije,
Ashram Bije, Sital Sasthi, Champak Dwadasi, Sravana Purnima and Aswina Purnima
of Lord Jagannath Temple. The festival of Yama Dwitiya (2nd day
bright fortnight of the month of Kartika) is also observed in this temple with
great devotion.
Connectivity
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