Gorakhnath Temple

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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.

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Gorakhnath Temple 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.

Source: TOI