Shukeshwar Nath Mahadev Mandir
Hindu temple in Mithila region, India
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Shukeshwar Nath Mahadev Mandir is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva in Sitamarhi district of Mithila region in Bihar, India.[1][2] It is believed that the central icon of Shiva linga was established by the sage Shuka.[3]
| Shukeshwar Nath Mahadev Mandir | |
|---|---|
शुकेश्वर नाथ महादेव मंदिर | |
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Hinduism |
| District | Sitamarhi district |
| Festival | Mahashivratri |
| Location | |
| Location | Basbitta village, Majorganj Block, Mithila region |
| State | Bihar |
| Country | India |
 Interactive map of Shukeshwar Nath Mahadev Mandir | |
| Architecture | |
| Type | Hinduism |
| Established | Sage Shukhadeva |
Etymology
The name Shukeshwar of the Shivalinga at the temple is derived from the name Shuka of the founder sage. He was the son of the Vedic sage Vedas Vyasa. Shukeshwar is a compound Indic word formed from the combination of the two Indic terms Shuka and Ishwar. The literal meaning of the compound Indic term Shukeshwar is Ishwar of Shuka that translates to the Lord of Shuka. The term Ishwar here signifies to Lord Shiva in Hinduism. Lord Shiva is also known as Mahadev. Thus the temple is known as Shukeshwar Nath Mahadev Mandir.[1]
Legend
According to legend, sage Shuka had established the Shiva linga here in Basbitta village and worshiped Shiva while going to Janakpur (capital of Mithila) to participate in svayamvara ceremony of princess Sita. King Janaka of Mithila also worshipped here. It is said that the Shiva appeared before Shuka and Janaka. According to legend, the sages who took part in the svayamvara of Sita held at the court of King Janaka in Mithila, built the temple while returning from the svayamvara.[1]
Description
The temple of Baba Shukeshwar Nath Mahadev is an important centre of faith for the people both culturally tied nations of India and Nepal in the Indian subcontinent. The Bholenath of the temple is settled in the hearts and minds of the people of both the countries The devotees of the both nations come here to perform the sacred ritual of Jalabhisheka on the Shivalinga of the temple.[4][3]