What is Chaturmukhalinga? | Know it's Meaning and Place

This Chaturmukhalinga (Shiva linga with four faces) aligns with the cardinal directions and represents the four aspects of the god: Creation, Wrath, Gentleness, and Ascetic self-discipline

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The Choumukhalinga Temple, is in Kachhgawan, Bundelkhand, Madhya Pradesh

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The chaturmukhalinga temple Built during Chandela Dynasty between 1000 to 1200 AD.

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Four Faces of Shiva : 1. Right face shows Calmness

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2. Left face shows Detoxification

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3. Front face shows Groom's image

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4. Back face is of Ardhanarishwara

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