There is a unique and extraordinary temple dedicated to
Goddess Lakshmi in Jabalpur in Madhya Pradesh. The murti or idol of Laxmi Ma
changes its color three times. Sunrays also fall on the murti during sunrise.
The temple is located in the Adhartal area in Jabalpur and the shrine is known
as Pachmatha Temple.
Short History of the Temple
The original temple was constructed during the reign of Rani
Durgavati of the Gondwana during the 16th century AD.
The temple is located near the famous Adhartal Talab.
Sri Yantra
The four walls of the sanctum sanctorum are noted for Sri
Yantra. It is believed that during ancient time, the temple was an important
center of Tantric Puja and worship. Due to this reason, the shrine attracts a
huge crowd during Amavasya or no moon day.
During sunrise, the rays of sun fall on the feet of the
murti of Goddess Lakshmi in the temple.
Goddess Lakshmi Idol Changes its Color Three Times
The murti of the Goddess Lakshmi in the temple changes its
color three times daily.
Morning – White
Afternoon – Yellow
Evening – Blue
The present temple was constructed a decade back.
Apart from the monthly Amavasya, another important day in
the shrine is Friday.
The belief is that those offering prayers here will have
their wishes fulfilled.
The temple remains open during the day. It is only closed at
night.