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Posted: 12 years ago
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Here is what the new avatar of Mahadev might be
KIRITTIMUKHA

The word mukha in Sanskrit refers to the face while kirti means "fame, glory". Kirtimukha has its origin in a legend from the Skanda Purana when Jalandhara, an all-devouring monster created from Shiva, third eye willingly ate his body starting by its tail as per Lord Shiva's order, who pleased with the result gave it the name face of glory.

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Gopiii thumbnail
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Posted: 12 years ago
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So this could be the reincarnation they are talking bout in the article. Thanks Jaya.
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Posted: 12 years ago
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ok... now i can make up my mind that it could be Mohit.. playing the role...
Thanks for the info...Jay sweety...
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Posted: 12 years ago
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According to the Shiva Purana, Kirtimukha is a being created by Shiva when Jalandhar sent his messenger Rahu to him demanding Parvati. The being looked like Narasimha. He went to devour Rahu who begged Shiva for mercy. Mahadev took pity on him and ordered the being to stop. But he was extremely hungry and implored Shiva for food. He was then told to feed on himself which he did, leaving only his head intact. Pleased, Mahadev gave him the name Kirtimukha and said that he would be present at Shiva temples as his doorkeeper from then on.
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Posted: 12 years ago
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Thanks for sharing Jay and Kal. 😊

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