Spiritual Purification
Destruction of sins and spiritual purification.
The Story of Vadaleswara
How did Shiva's grace release Vadala from a curse that ordinary remedies could not remove?
Discover the sacred story of Sri Vadaleswara, the 75th of the 84 Mahakalavana Shivalingas of Ujjain, explained by Jagadguru Sri Ramanananda Maharshi, Siddhaguru.
Vadala, the powerful son of Manibhadra, an associate of Kubera, was overcome by pride and anger. Entering Kubera's private garden and sacred lake with his wife, he ignored the guards' warnings and attacked those who tried to stop him.
Angered by his misconduct, Manibhadra cursed his son to lose his comforts and suffer blindness, deafness, physical disability and severe illness. Seeing Vadala's suffering, the distressed father explained that the curse could not be removed through mantras, medicines, vows or charity, and revealed the glory of a sacred Shivalinga in Mahakalavana.
Through the divine power of that Linga, Vadala regained his sight, health and former appearance. The Shivalinga became renowned throughout the three worlds as Sri Vadaleswara.
Sacred Darshan Benefits of Vadaleswara
The sacred account explained by Siddhaguru describes the following blessings of darshan and worship.
Relief from Curses
Liberation from curses and suffering.
Blessings of Restored Eyesight
Blessings associated with restoration of eyesight, as illustrated in Vadala's story.
Relief from Physical Afflictions
Relief from disease and physical afflictions, as praised in the sacred account.
Fulfilment of Desires
Fulfilment of cherished desires.
Prosperity & Good Fortune
Blessings of prosperity, good fortune and abundance.
Family & Descendants
Blessings for family well-being and descendants.
Spiritual Liberation
Spiritual liberation and freedom from rebirth.
Humility & Shiva's Transformative Grace
The story of Sri Vadaleswara reflects on the suffering caused by pride, anger and disrespect. Vadala's restoration reveals the extraordinary grace of Lord Shiva described in the sacred narrative.
Through the divine power of Sri Vadaleswara, Vadala regained his sight, health and former appearance.
Location: Sri Vadaleswara stands in the historic surroundings of Vikramaditya Fort in Ujjain.
Best Time to Visit: Kartika Shukla Dwadashi
The sacred account describes worship on Kartika Shukla Dwadashi, the twelfth tithi of the bright fortnight of Kartika, as especially meritorious. It also praises charitable offerings on this day and associates them with attainment of the supreme spiritual state.
Confirm the local tithi date and the temple's opening and puja timings when planning your visit.