Ghuisarnath Dham, or Ghushmeshwar Nath Temple is located on the banks of Sai River at Lalganj Ajhara, Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh, India. The shrine is dedicated to Shiva. The story of Ghuisarnath Temple is that of unwavering devotion and true belief in Shiva Bhagavan. Here is a look at Ghuisarnath Dham history.
As per the Shiva Purana, on the southern bank of a lake (later
known as Sai Lake) lived a Brahmin named Brahmavetta Sudharm and his wife
Sudeha. The couple, saddened by their childlessness, attempted various remedies
without success. In desperation, Sudeha arranged for her sister Ghushma to
marry Sudharm. Following her sister's advice, Ghushma diligently crafted and
worshipped 101 lingas, depositing them in the nearby lake. Through the
blessings of Lord Shiva, Ghushma eventually gave birth to a son.
However, the joy turned tragic when Sudeha, consumed by
jealousy, killed Ghushma's son one night and disposed of the body in the lake
where the lingas were submerged. Unaware of the gruesome act, Ghushma and
Sudharm continued their daily rituals the next morning. Ghushma, despite
discovering bloodstains on her son's bed, remained composed, trusting Shiva to
protect him. Even when she saw the bed soaked in blood, she steadfastly recited
"Shiva-Shiva."
After her prayers, Ghushma found her son alive while
discharging the Shivalingas. Although neither happy nor sad, she encountered Mahadev
Shiva, who revealed the truth about her sister's actions. Ghushma, displaying
remarkable generosity, pleaded for Sudeha's forgiveness and liberation. Pleased
with her devotion, Mahadeva Shiva granted another boon. Ghushma requested that
if he truly appreciated her devotion, he should eternally reside in that place
as a Jyotirling, bearing her name. In response, Mahadeva Shiva manifested as
Ghushmeshwar, and the lake became known as Sai.