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Parashurama
Rama with the Axe · 6th Avatar
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Mantra
ॐ जामदग्न्याय विद्महे महावीराय धीमहि
We meditate on the great hero, son of Jamadagni.
Story & significance
Son of sage Jamadagni, Parashurama received an axe from Shiva and rid the earth of tyrannical kings. Legend says he reclaimed the land of Kerala and Konkan from the sea by throwing his axe.
Parashu (axe)Bow
Sacred temples
- Parshuram Temple, Chiplun
- Parashurama Kund, Arunachal