ನಾಗೇಶ್ವರ ಜ್ಯೋತಿರ್ಲಿಂಗ ದರ್ಶನ, ಮಹಾರಾಷ್ಟ್ರ || Aundha Nagnath Temple, Maharashtra - 08-06-2026

Sairam, Shri Gurudeva visits 8th Jyotirlinga situated in Maharashtra. Aundha Nagnath Temple is an ancient Shiva temple located at Aundha Nagnath in the Hingoli district of Maharashtra, India. It is considered to be the eighth of the twelve Jyotirlinga shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva. A Jyotirlinga represents the radiant, self-manifested pillar of light of Shiva. The name 'Nagnath' signifies Shiva as the Lord of Serpents. It is a strong belief among devotees that worshipping here provides relief from Kaal Sarp Dosh and other serpent-related afflictions. As per mythological beliefs, the ancient name of this region was Darukavana (a forest of deodar trees). A story in the Shiva Purana states that a demoness named Daruka performed penance in this forest and pleased Goddess Parvati. Misusing her boons, Daruka began to torment people, including a devout Shiva follower named Supriya. In response to Supriya's prayers, Lord Shiva appeared, vanquished the demon, and, at the request of his devotees, settled here permanently in the form of a Jyotirlinga named 'Nagnath'. A famous event from the life of the great Varkari saint Namdev is associated with this temple. It is said that when Sant Namdev was singing kirtans (devotional songs), the temple priests obstructed him and asked him to move to the back of the temple. In deep devotion, Namdev prayed to the Lord. Pleased with his devotion, the entire temple is said to have miraculously rotated, turning its entrance to face him. The current layout of the temple, with the statue of Nandi at the back, is believed to corroborate this story. This event has made the temple a sacred pilgrimage site for the Varkari sect as well. For more details, please watch the video and gain blessings. Thanks.. Sairam