Sacred Jyotirlinga
Kedarnath Jyotirlinga
Sacred History
Kedarnath Temple is one of the most revered temples dedicated to Shiva and is among the 12 sacred Jyotirlingas.
The temple is located in the majestic Garhwal Himalayas near the holy Mandakini River.
Situated at an altitude of about 3,583 meters, Kedarnath is one of the highest and most spiritually powerful temples in India.
The temple is also an important part of the sacred Char Dham pilgrimage.
Devotees believe that visiting Kedarnath brings divine blessings, forgiveness of sins, and spiritual transformation.
Story of Kedarnath
The legend of Kedarnath is closely connected with the Pandavas from the epic Mahabharata.
After the great war of Kurukshetra, the Pandavas felt deep remorse for the destruction and loss of life caused during the battle and sought forgiveness from Lord Shiva.
Lord Shiva wished to test their devotion and took the form of a bull and hid in the Himalayas.
When the Pandavas finally discovered him, Shiva attempted to disappear into the ground.
At that moment the hump of the bull appeared in Kedarnath while other body parts appeared at different locations which later became the sacred Panch Kedar temples.
Lord Shiva then forgave the Pandavas and manifested as the Kedarnath Jyotirlinga.
Temple Built by Pandavas
It is believed that the original temple was built by the Pandavas.
Protection by Lord Shiva
During the 2013 Uttarakhand floods the temple miraculously remained intact which many devotees consider divine protection.
Himalayan Spiritual Energy
The temple is believed to be located at a place where cosmic spiritual energy is very powerful making meditation and prayers deeply impactful.
Divine Blessings
Forgiveness of sins
Strength and courage
Spiritual purification
Protection from difficulties
Inner peace
Connection with divine consciousness