Vaidyanath Jyotirlinga is one of the twelve most sacred abodes of Shiva, but its location is contested. Learn about its background, description, and the temples claimed to be the Jyotirlinga in Maharashtra, Jharkhand, and Himachal Pradesh. The Jyotirlinga : A Beacon of Shiva’s Light Among the 12 Jyotirlingas, Baba Baidyanath holds a special place. It is believed that the Jyotirlinga here is Swayambhu, self-manifested, and has been worshipped since ancient times. The temple complex houses the sacred Jyotirlinga , enshrined in a dimly lit sanctum. Vaidyanath Jyotirlinga Vaidyanath is the ninth Jyotirlinga among the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. Vaidyanath Jyotirlinga is located in Deoghar, Jharkhand, in a district called Dumka of Santhal Pargana. Although scholars have different opinions regarding the actual location of Vaidyanath Jyotirlinga , but on the basis of Shri Shivpuran, this place is considered appropriate. Vaidyanath Jyotirlinga is also known as Parlyama Vaidyanath or Parli Vaijnath. Vaidyanath Jyotirlinga or Baidyanath Jyotirlinga Temple is a major pilgrimage site of Hindus, the temple is completely dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is located in the famous Devgarh place in Jharkhand.
