A massive wave of devotion swept through the Gorakhnath Temple recently, a day ahead of the main Makar Sankranti festival, as lakhs of devotees gathered to offer khichdi to Mahayogi Guru Gorakhnath.
About Gorakhnath Temple:
It is a Hindu temple situated in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh.
The temple belongs to the Nath monastic group of the Nath tradition (a Shaiva sub-sect in Hinduism), which was instituted by Guru Matsyendranath.
It is named after the Guru Gorakhnath, who was one of the notable disciples of Guru Matsyendranath and well-known for his Hatha Yoga, a renowned branch of Yoga.
It serves as the epicenter of the Nath tradition.
Features:
It is a blend of traditional and modern North Indian architectural styles, reflecting the heritage and simplicity of the Nath sect.
The heart of the Gorakhnath Temple is the central shrine, which houses a sacred image of Gorakhnath as a deity and a Shiva Linga, as the Nath sect sees Gorakhnath as an incarnation of Lord Shiva.
Intricate stonework and marble structures surround the inner shrine.
Carved pillars and symbolic motifs around the sanctum highlight the Nath sect’s emphasis on inner spirituality.
One of the striking features is the temple’s dome, which is tall and conical, visible from a distance.
A significant feature of the Gorakhnath Temple is the Samadhi (final resting place) of Gorakhnath, which is a sacred spot within the temple complex.
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