Shri Banke Bihari Temple

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The Supreme Court recently expressed displeasure over the orders passed by Allahabad High Court in a PIL over the historic Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan and questioned the use of “intemperate language” against the Uttar Pradesh government.

About Shri Banke Bihari Temple

• It is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Krishna in the holy city of Vrindavan in the Mathura District of Uttar Pradesh.
• ‘Banke’ means bent, and ‘Bihari’ refers to Vihari, or enjoyer.
• In this temple, the principal deity stands in the ‘tribhanga’ posture, which is tilted at three angles. Hence, Lord Krishna, who is bent at three places, got the name “Banke”.
• It was established by Swami Haridas, a guru of the famous singer Tansen.
• The present temple complex housing ‘Banke Bihari’ was constructed in 1864 and is a unique example of Indian craftsmanship. 
• Architecture of the temple is influenced by the Rajasthani style, with arches and pillars adding to its magnificence.
• In this temple, from the walls to the ceiling, the pictures of the deities have been painted through oil paintings. 
• One unique feature of the Banke Bihari temple is that there are no bells or conchs on the premises.
• In the freedom struggle, this temple was the main center of revolutionary activities; from here, the revolutionary newspaper “Bundelkhand Kesari” was published secretly.

Source: HT

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