Taxakeshwar Temple, Mandsaur Explained

Taxakeshwar Temple, Mandsaur is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Taxak, in Mandsaur, Mandsaur District, Madhya Pradesh, India.

The temple is surrounded with greenery.^{[1] [2]}

Deity

Taxakeshwar Temple, Mandsaur is dedicated to Taxak (serpent God).^[3] The temple is around 22 km from Bhanpura, in Nawli village. Many pilgrims visit the temple. Its statues are believed to be from the 8th century. The idol is surrounded by Taxak's wife and son.

Legend

It is believed that King Parikshit was bitten by Takshak as a result of a curse. He called Lord Dhanvantari for removal of poison. Takshak became worried that the medicinal effect would nullify the curse. Takshak changed into the form of wood and f4ll on the path of Dhanavantri. This made Dhanavantri itchy on the back and as she picked up the wood to rub, Takshak converted into a snake and bit her. Takshakeshwar Temple is situated where Takshak bit Dhanavantri.^[4]

See also

• Hindu temple

Notes and References

1. News: Singh . Akash . 12 June 2018 . Taxakeshwar In Madhya Pradesh – Where A Serpent Is Worshipped As A Lord . en . nativeplanet.com . 8 September 2022.
2. Web site: Taxakeshwar Temple . templesofindia.org.
3. News: Eighth century statues are enshrined in Takshakeshwar temple . 8 September 2022 . bhaskar.com.
4. Web site: Taxakeshwar, Bhanpura, Mandsaur, Madhya Pradesh . ApniSanskriti - Back to veda . 8 September 2022.