Where is the lying Hanuman temple?
Hanuman is a prominent figure in Hindu mythology and is revered as a devoted and loyal follower of Lord Rama.
There are three temples in India where Lord Hanumanji is reclining or sleeping. They are:
Bhadra Maruti Temple at Khuldabad near Aurangabad, Maharashtra.
Jam Sawali Hanuman Mandir at Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh.
Bade Hanumanji ka Mandir or lete Hanumanji at the bank of river Ganga, Prayagraj (near Triveni Sangam, Allahabad).
The Bhadra Maruti Temple is the most famous of these temples. It is located about 4 kilometers from the Ellora Caves in Khuldabad Near Aurangabad in Maharashtra, India. Aurangabad is a historical town known for its association with various religious sites and tombs. The temple is said to have been built by King Bhadrasena, who was an ardent devotee of Lord Rama. The idol of Hanumanji in the temple is said to be self-manifested (swayambhu). The Bhadra Maruti Temple is dedicated to Lord Hanuman, who is also known as Maruti and is a popular pilgrimage destination for Hanuman devotees.
The temple is believed to be situated at the place where Lord Hanuman rested while searching for the Sanjeevani herb during the epic Ramayana. It is said that the idol of Lord Hanuman in this temple lies in a reclining position, hence the name “lying Hanuman temple.” The temple attracts a large number of devotees who come to seek the blessings of Lord Hanuman.
The Jam Sawali Hanuman Mandir is located about 25 kilometers from the city of Chhindwara in Madhya Pradesh. The temple is said to have been built by a saint named Jamadagni. The idol of Hanumanji in the temple is said to have been brought by Jamadagni from the Himalayas.
The Bade Hanumanji ka Mandir is located on the banks of the river Ganga in Prayagraj (Allahabad). The temple is said to have been built by the Mughal emperor Akbar. The idol of Hanumanji in the temple is said to have been brought by Akbar from the city of Mathura.
All three temples are famous pilgrimage destinations for Hindus. They are believed to be places where devotees can seek the blessings of Lord Hanumanji.