Veer Teja Ji Temple, nestled in the town of Parbatsar in the vibrant state of Rajasthan, stands as a tribute to the heroic deeds of Veer Teja Ji, a revered warrior who made the ultimate sacrifice in the defense of cows. The temple, a testament to his exemplary valor, was established to commemorate his selfless act of martyrdom in the name of religion.
At the heart of the temple rests a magnificent marble statue
of Tejaji, the embodiment of courage and devotion. Maharaj Abhai Singh Ji of
Jodhpur state undertook the noble task of constructing the temple, with his
minister Vijai Raj performing the sacred Praan Prathishta, the ritual
investiture of life into the deity. The temple was established in 1704 CE.
The temple follows the Vaishnava tradition, and the deity is
worshipped with reverence and devotion. The spiritual atmosphere of the temple
is augmented by the belief that cases of snake bites can find remedy within its
sacred confines. The unique worship practices include a special invocation of
the deity, with some individuals becoming vessels for the divine spirit. These
possessed individuals are believed to possess the power to extract snake venom
from the bodies of victims, providing a unique form of healing.
A significant event on the temple's calendar is the annual
cattle fair, held from Shravan Shukla Poornima to Amavasya in the month of
Bhadrapada. This fair attracts cattle rearers, sellers, and purchasers from
across Rajasthan and neighboring states like Punjab, Haryana, Gujarat, and
Madhya Pradesh. The fair serves as a platform for the exchange of animals,
fostering a sense of community among those involved in animal husbandry. Following
the cattle fair, a religious festival unfolds in the bright half of the month
of Bhadrapad, adding a spiritual dimension to the festivities and celebrating
the rich cultural tapestry of the region.
लोकदेवता,
गौरक्षक, सामाजिक समरसता के पुरोधा वीर
तेजाजी का ऐतिहासिक मन्दिर।
खारिया तालाब के किनारे पर
स्तिथ इस मंदिर में
भक्तों बड़ी श्रद्धा है।
इसकी स्थापना विक्रम संवत 1791 को हुई थी।
मंदिर के पास ही
मेला ग्राउंड में भाद्रपद मास
में मेला का आयोजन
होता है । तथा
निकर ही पशु मेला
ग्राउंड में विश्व प्रशिद्ध
वीर तेजा पशु मेला
परबतसर का आयोजन भी
किया जाता है जो
नागौरी बैल की नस्ल
के लिये जाना जाता
है