Navagraha Temples - Abode Of The Nine Major Gods | Artha | AMAZING FACTS

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1 In different Indian states, we can find many groups of nine separate temples, which are collectively called Navagraha Sthala or Temples.

2 Each of these temples is located in different villages, which are considered as the individual abodes of the nine major celestial bodies of Vedic astronomy.

3 These heavenly bodies are namely Surya (Sun), Chandra (Moon), Mangala (Mars), Budha (Mercury), Guru or Brihaspati (Jupiter), Shukra (Venus), Shani (Saturn), Rahu (North Lunar Node) and Ketu (South Lunar Node).

4 It is believed that any kind of Graha Doshas of nine planets can be pacified by worshiping these nine Sthalas.

5 These kinds of temples are mainly found in Assam, Chennai, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh.

6 Navagraha Jain Teertha in Karnataka is a Jain shrine that features the tallest idol of the Jain deity, Parshvanatha and the other smaller statues of eight Teerthankaras.

7 The set of Navagraha Temples situated in Tamil Nadu are said to be the most famous ones in India, which dates back to the era of the Chola dynasty.

8 For more information on such magnificent temples and other fascinating cultures of India, stay tuned to Artha Channel.

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