Chitpavan History

There are many books and studies on the relationship between Lord Parashuram and Chitpavan. Lord Parasurama is believed to be the progenitor of all Chitpavanas. The Bene Israelite (Jews based in Konkan) and Old English writings are also found in this connection. All generally believe that Chitpavana means those Brahmins who were resurrected by Parashurama after death/dead people. Lord Parashuram.
Information: This is the sixth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. This avatar goes to the society as "Chiranjeev Mahavatar" (divine immortal). Narayana had to incarnate for the welfare of the people against the unrighteous tyrannical
kings on earth.

"परित्राणायसाधूनामविनाशायचदुष्कृताम|| धर्मसंस्थापनार्थायसंभवामि युगे युगे|| "

The era of the establishment of religion As Lord Krishna said in the Bhagavad Gita, whenever there is adharma on earth, (it is the protectors who commit injustice), then the Lord incarnates to establish Dharma.This is the first incarnation in full human form. They have a greater responsibility than other avatars. It is a long-lived avatar, whose purpose is to guide the future avatars with weapons, shastras. Parashurama freed both heaven and earth from evil forces. In the Brahmana Purana, it is mentioned that Parashurama fought the first Yudhyadanavan for the liberation of heaven. After that, the kings left the religion on the earth and caused havoc with iniquity. No one could stop these mighty, mighty states.Narayana incarnated to destroy them and establish religion. Among these kings was Sahasrarjuna, a king of the Haiha dynasty who was powerful and empowered by Brahmastra and Dattaguru. Killed all 21 such kings and re-established religion on earth. Parashurama acquired the knowledge of weaponry from Mahadev Shankar through hard sadhana.

"अग्रश्चतुरो वेद: | पृष्ठत: सशरं धनु:|
इदंब्राहमइदंक्षात्रं| शापादपिशरादपि||"

Who has all the four Vedas in his front (mouth), bow and arrows on his back! Such Brahmatej, Kshatratej One in whose place one can destroy the enemy by just cursing or fighting. Such a description is only of Lord Parashurama. Parashurama is mentioned everywhere in Ramayana, Mahabharata. It is also the responsibility of guiding the Kalki Avatar who comes later and getting weapons from Lord Mahadev.Parasurama also has a spiritual responsibility. It contains two very mystical and thought provoking books. Sri Parasuramakalpasutra and Tripurarahasya. God gave this divine knowledge through the books Parasuramakalpasukta and Tripurarahasya.

List of Temples

There are many temples of Lord Parashurama all over the country. Most of the temples are found in the areas where his work took place. Jamadagni's Ashram, Parashurama's Jait Yatra (21 Yudhyas) in Central, Northern and Western India. It is also found along the entire west coast due to the Konkan Formation. Mahendragiri (Sahyadri Mountains) is the place of their residence and Chiplun's temple is of special importance.

Information about some temples is given below.
Mahendragiri (Chiplun) and Kurukshetra are considered to be the best places for Parashurama.
land area – Chiplun
Sri Kshetra Parashuram - Chiplun This pilgrimage site is popularly known as "Pedhe Parashuram" on NH17 highway towards Mumbai, 10 km from Chiplun. After finishing his work, Lord Parasurama chose a place on Himahendragiri for sadhana and penance. After giving away all the kingdoms, Chiranjeevi settles in Bhargavaram, making a separate place for himself in Konkan. It is mentioned that Shivji Maharaj visited the old temple many times. About 300 years ago, this temple was restored by Shri Brahmendraswamy.After killing Sambhaji Maharaj in 1689, Aurangzeb brutalized Hindus and destroyed temples. In such a situation, Brahmendraswami traveled to Maharashtra and Karnataka and collected money and restored it. Dipmalas, meeting pavilions were erected. Shinde Mokashi of Nandvise made Makhar, Dharamshala, Annachhatra, Renukamata Temple, Siddhivinayak Temple, Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple and a big lake were built. A grand temple was built in honor of Lord Parashurama.Regarding the old temple, it is said that hundreds of years ago a cow came here to graze and used to leave leaves on a square stone. Once she was removed, she disappeared. Later that cowherd himself started anointing the place with milk every day. Later, the surrounding people got together and built a temple by putting a roof on it.In the book Legends of Konkan written by the British Governor, Arthur Crawford in 1910, it is mentioned that Lord Parashurama told the local people to build his temple at this place. In this book it is mentioned that this god is especially popular among Koli and Harijan community.In the book Legends of Konkan written by the British Governor, Arthur Crawford in 1910, it is mentioned that Lord Parashurama told the local people to build his temple at this place. In this book it is mentioned that this god is especially popular among Koli and Harijan community. Programs are held in this temple throughout the year. Presently the temple has Tulshi Vrindavan, Brahmendra Swamy Temple, Datta Temple, Jakhmata Temple, Bhakti Nivas, Dharamshala, Sanskar Kendra, Old Age Home, Museum, Library, Mudpakkhana, Entrance etc. Several building programs have been run. For further information, assistance you may contact "Chairman, Trustee Committee, Sansthan Sridevbhargavaram" (02355- 258381) or send a cheque/money order to this name.