Mandir Sati Shri Vrindadevi Gufa Jalandhar,Punjab
There is no better place for women than the Sati Vrinda Temple in Jalandhar to pray for the long life of their husband with the desire to live happily ever after. According to mythology, Sati Vrinda Devi was the wife of demon Jalandhar. She was an ardent devotee of Lord Vishnu. When Jalandhar set out to fight with the gods, Vrinda Devi decided to offer prayers to protect her husband. It is because of this immense reverence for her husband that every married woman considers it auspicious to worship at the Sri Vrinda Devi Temple for her husband’s longevity on Karva Chauth. A large number of devotees thronged the temple on the day of Sivaratri.
In this temple of the city, women from far and wide come to pray for the long life of the husband. This ancient temple is also known as Tulsi Temple. The temple is located in Kishankot Chand, about 2 km from the railway station. The religious sentiments of the people of the country and abroad are associated with it. If you ever come to Jalandhar city then do not forget to visit the ancient Vrinda Devi temple.
On the occasion of Karwa Chauth, women offer special prayers at the Sati Vrinda Devi temple in Jalandhar and pray for the long life of their husbands.
The oldest temple in the city
Sati Vrinda Devi Temple is the oldest temple in the city. As an example of matrimony, it is still recognized throughout the country. Therefore, this temple is considered very auspicious for the devotees.
It is said that the cave goes from the temple to Haridwar.
According to the belief, there was a cave in the temple of Sati Vrinda Devi which used to come out directly to Haridwar. That is why this temple is also known as Sati Vrinda Devi Temple Cave. Historians tried hard to investigate it but the locals did not allow the excavation citing damage to the temple.
Tulsi and Amla Puja is celebrated every year.
Every year Tulsi and Amla Puja fair is held in Mata Vrinda Devi Temple. Devotees come from many parts of the country to participate in the event. In Tulsi Puja, Tulsi Mata is married and in Amla Puja, Amla tree is worshipped. Thousands of devotees attend the celebrations. This festival is celebrated throughout the country.
Know the story of Mother Vrinda Devi.
According to the Puranic texts, Mata Vrinda Devi was born in the demon family. He was an ardent devotee of Lord Vishnu. She was married to the demon Jalandhar. Vrinda Devi was his wife. Once when the demon went out to fight the Jalandhar gods, Sati Vrinda said, “I will continue to perform rituals for your safety and victory until you come back home. They performed rituals at the Sri Vrinda Devi temple. Due to the devotion of Vrinda Devi, the gods started losing to Jalandhar.
