Ambika Shakti Peet
Banaskantha
Presiding Deity:
Ambika
The Ambika Shakti Peeth in Banaskantha is the revered Arasuri Ambaji Temple, one of the 51 ancient Shakti Peethas in India. It is a major pilgrimage site in the town of Ambaji, nestled in the Aravalli Range near the Gujarat-Rajasthan border.
Deities and worship
Deity: The temple's primary deity is Goddess Ambika, a manifestation of Adi Parashakti, the mother of the universe. Unlike other temples, there is no idol or statue in the main sanctum.
Representation: The goddess is worshipped in the form of the Shree Visa Yantra, a sacred geometric diagram inscribed on a plaque, which is veiled and not visible to devotees.
Associated sites: The original seat of the goddess is believed to be on Gabbar Hill, a hillock west of the main temple. It is home to a constantly burning sacred lamp that can be seen from the main temple at night. Lord Shiva is worshipped at this site in the form of "Amriteshwar".
Brief legend
According to Hindu mythology, the Shakti Peethas were formed from the fallen body parts of the goddess Sati. Legends surrounding the Ambaji temple vary, with some traditions stating that Sati's heart fell at the site, while others mention her right arm. This established Ambaji as a focal point of cosmic energy, revered for millennia. The temple's ancient origins are further highlighted by the belief that a pre-Aryan goddess was absorbed into the Hindu pantheon here.
Significance and remedies
Millions of devotees visit the Ambaji temple to receive blessings and seek remedies from Goddess Ambika, especially during the annual Bhadarvi Purnima Fair and Navratri. Worshipping at this sacred site is believed to offer several benefits:
Protection: The goddess provides protection from negative forces and obstacles.
Prosperity: Devotees seek blessings for wealth, prosperity, and the fulfillment of wishes.
Well-being: Pilgrims believe worshipping at the temple can purify the soul, enhance spiritual growth, and ensure general well-being.
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