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Lord Khandoba

Malhari Martand · Deity of Jejuri
ॐ
Mantra
येळकोट येळकोट जय मल्हार
Victory to Malhari.

Story & significance

A form of Shiva, Khandoba slew the demons Mani and Malla. He is the kuladaivat of many Maharashtrian and Karnataka families, celebrated with clouds of turmeric (bhandara).

Vahana (mount)
Horse
Consort
Mhalsa & Banai
SwordTurmeric

Sacred temples

  • Jejuri, Maharashtra

Festivals

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