Shivoham Shiva Temple, Bengaluru

Introduction to Shivoham Shiva Temple, Bengaluru

Mondays are auspicious for worshipping the Hindu deity, Shiva. Shivoham Shiva Temple, Bengaluru (old name, Bangalore), is a famous temple dedicated to Shiva. It is in Murugesh Palya, Old Airport Road of Bangalore. It has several names, such as HAL Shiva Temple, Kempfort Shiva Temple, and Murugeshpalya Siva Temple. NAL Road is otherwise called Wind Tunnel Road.

Legend of Shivoham Shiva Temple, Bengaluru

Shiv Mandir was its former name. The founder of the Shivoham Shiva Temple, Bengaluru, had a dream in which he had a vision of a gigantic statue of Shiva standing tall as a symbol of faith for future generations. Sculptor Kashinath created the idol of Shiva. Supposedly, the temple was built without any plan or blueprint. Sri Shankaracharya of Sringeri consecrated the temple on February 26, 1995. The Shivoham Shiva Temple, Bengaluru, was renamed in 2016 when the temple shifted its focus to help devotees attain Moksha through knowledge of the Vedic texts and principles.

The Architecture of Shivoham Shiva Temple

The outstanding architectural work of this temple makes it stand out among many Shiva Temples. Amarnath Paanch Dhaam Yatra and Barah Jyotirling Yatra are recreated here for those who cannot travel to those places.

A 25-foot-tall Shiva Linga gate is at the entrance of the Shivoham Shiva Temple, Bengaluru, which symbolizes the sacred form of Shiva. It represents the infinite nature of the deity and his divine energies. It is the biggest Shiva Linga gate in Bengaluru.

A 65-foot-tall Shiva statue blesses devotees as a towering symbol of faith. A bright, white-marbled massive image of Shiva found here evokes awe in devotees. He is seen sitting in the Padmasana posture, wearing snakes and rosaries, and holding his Damaru and Trishul. Mount Kailash forms the backdrop to the statue, and the river Ganga flows from his locks. Shiva's face is calm and serene.

Vignaharan Ganesha, who stands at 32 feet in height, welcomes devotees as the first deity. Dada J.P. Vaswani built it in 2003.. A white statue of Ganapati is seated on the path to the main deity. He is worshipped for wisdom, education, knowledge, and wealth here. Devotees tie saffron-colored 'Vighnaharan thread' in front of his statue to solve their troubles.

Healing stones are at the sanctuary facing the idol of Shiva. Devotees embrace these stones with faith to experience miracles. Inside the Shivoham Shiva Temple, Bengaluru, there is a Navagraha Temple, where daily Poojas are performed.

Festivals of Shivoham Shiva Temple, Bengaluru

Devotees celebrate "Maha Shivaratri" as a day of gratitude to Shiva. Devotees gather here from various parts of the country, especially from Karnataka, to attend day and night festivities. On this sacred day, a sound show with laser-projected light is organized to make devotees understand extensive aspects of spirituality.

Daily, devotees light lamps, perform Archana, conduct bhajans and aartis, and perform Milk abhishekam to Shiva Linga. It is believed that touching his idol helps his devotees to get rid of all difficulties. So, to attain such benefits, devotees reach the Shivoham Shiva Temple, Bengaluru, especially on Mondays.

Benefits of Worshipping in Shivoham Shiva Temple, Bengaluru

Observing fasting prayers on Mondays, wearing a Rudraksha on all days of the Shravan Maas (July-August), chanting Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra, and Om Namah Shivaya daily can bring relief from debts, infertility, black magic, evil eyes, disease, and also peace and everlasting happiness.