Shri Mudi Hanumanta Devalaya Hubli
Shri Mudi Hanumanta Devalaya- Hubli
Shri Mudi Hanumanta Devalaya is located near the old Hubli Circle in Hubballi- Karnataka.This temple has captured the imagination and devotion of countless believers for centuries.
This temple, dating back to the 10th to 12th century during the Kalyani Chalukya period, is not just a place of worship but a sanctuary of healing and faith. Here, the conviction runs deep that a visit to this sacred abode can work miracles, curing ailments that afflict the body and soul.
Shri Mudi Hanumanta Devalaya has often gained limelight for people’s various beliefs related to the temple. One of the beliefs is that a visit to this temple can heal any part of the body People have complete faith in God and they believe that the idol is miraculous and has healing powers. However, it is not a recent belief, and in fact has been believed for more than 400 years.
As per reports, Jakanacharya is believed to have carved the idol of God Suryanarayana here. Lord Hanuman in this temple is believed to have three forms. In the morning, he is a child, in the afternoon, he turns into a young Hanuman and at night, he ages. What makes the temple special is that it is believed that Chhatrapati Shivaji once stayed here for two days, performed pooja and then left for pilgrimage.
The structure of the temple is like a house. Inside this house, there are many temples. The one main temple has an idol of the five-headed Naga, which is also referred to as Sheshnag. The temple for their deity is in the shape of a square. The idol of Cobra is believed to have the vision of Lord Hanuman.
The idol of the Naga holds a special place in the hearts of devotees. It is believed to possess the extraordinary power to heal. Regardless of age or gender, anyone suffering from ailments like arthritis, muscle spasms, back pain, leg pain, or knee pain can find solace here. The ritual involves gently rubbing one’s body against the sacred stone, a profound act of faith that is said to dispel diseases and usher in healing.
Every week, devotees visit the temple to offer worship to God and rub the stone on their face, hands and feet to get rid of any pain. There have been reports of people who have done this and have been healed.
