Kaimur. A huge crowd of devotees is seen in Devi temples across the country during Navratri. Meanwhile, Maa Mundeshwari Temple located in Kaimur district of Bihar remains much talked about for its unique religious tradition. There is a tradition of sacrificing goat here. Its most special thing is that during this time the goat is not slaughtered and no blood is shed.
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What is the unique tradition of sacrifice?
According to religious belief, devotees come here to the court of Mother Mundeshwari with goats, whose wishes are fulfilled. During the worship in this temple, the priest offers rice grains and flowers to the goat. In this religious process the goat becomes unconscious for some time. Then later, after offering Akshat and flowers again, the goat wakes up, which the devotees consider as the approval of the Goddess. After this the goat is handed back to the devotees.
Where is the temple located?
Let us tell you that Maa Mundeshwari temple is located on Pavra hill in Bhagwanpur block of Kaimur district of Bihar. It is very famous for its ancient architecture and religious beliefs. Besides, the website of the District Administration of Bihar Government also mentions the tradition of goat sacrifice here, in which the animal is not slaughtered.
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A large number of devotees come here for darshan during Navratri in Dussehra. This unique tradition remains the center of attraction for devotees coming from different parts of the country. Let us tell you that this tradition is called bloodless or non-violent sacrifice.