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{{Infobox Hindu temple<br />
| name = Dhumbada Mataji Temple<br />
| image = Dhumbada Mataji.jpg<br />
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| caption =<br />
| native_name = धुम्बड़ा माता मंदिर<br />
| map_type = India Rajasthan#India<br />
| map_caption = Location in Rajasthan<br />
| coordinates = {{coord|25|35|54|N|72|50|49|E|type:landmark_region:IN|display=inline,title}}<br />
| country = India<br />
| state = Rajasthan<br />
| district = Jalore<br />
| location = Dhumbada hills, Near Bhadrajun<br />
| deity = Subhadra<br />
| architecture = [[Hindu]]<br />
| year = <br />
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'''Dhumbada Mataji Temple''', also known as Dhumda Mata or Dhubra Mata Temple, is a Hindu shrine dedicated to Goddess [[Subhadra]], located near [[Bhadrajun]] in the [[Jalore]] district of [[Rajasthan]], India. Situated in the Aravalli mountain range's Dhumbada hills also known as Bhadrajun hills, approximately 4.3&nbsp;km from Bhadrajun and 6.4&nbsp;km from Rama, the temple is revered for its association with the Hindu epic ''[[Mahabharata]]''.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2019-09-30 |title=इस पहाड़ी पर है महाभारत कालीन सुभद्रा माता का प्राचीन मंदिर {{!}} Ancient temple of Subhadra Mata in Dhumbada Bhadrajune Jalore |url=https://www.patrika.com/jalore-news/ancient-temple-of-subhadra-mata-in-dhumbada-bhadrajune-jalore-5158556?amp=1 |access-date=2025-04-13 |website=Patrika News |language=hi}}</ref><br />
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== History and mythology ==<br />
Local tradition identifies the temple as the site where [[Arjuna]], a [[Pandava]] prince, married Subhadra, sister of Lord [[Krishna]] and [[Balarama]], with Krishna's consent, as per the ''Mahabharata''. This event, believed to have occurred under the [[Gandharva marriage|Gandharva rite]], is said to have named the nearby town of Bhadrajun, derived from "Bhadra" (Subhadra) and "Arjun." The temple's historical significance is tied to its strategic location on a route connecting [[Dwarka]] and [[Hastinapur]] during the ''Mahabharata'' era. While archaeological evidence is lacking, oral traditions and the region's Vedic history support its antiquity.<ref>{{Cite web |title=The Sampradaya Sun - Independent Vaisnava News - Feature Stories - August 2012 |url=https://www.harekrsna.com/sun/features/08-12/features2562.htm |access-date=2025-04-13 |website=www.harekrsna.com}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title={{!}}{{!}} Dhumda Mata Temple, Bhadrajun Rajasthan, Rajasthan India {{!}}{{!}} |url=https://www.optimatravels.com/bhadrajun-rajasthan/dhumda-mata-temple-bhadrajun-rajasthan-india.aspx |access-date=2025-04-13 |website=www.optimatravels.com}}</ref><br />
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== Significance ==<br />
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Goddess Subhadra, venerated as Bhadrā or Chodhra and Jogmaya by the locals, is central to the temple's worship. She is revered as part of the [[Jagannath]] triad in [[Puri]] and associated with goddesses [[Ekanamsha]] and [[Yogmaya]], embodying divine feminine energy. The temple houses multiple idols, with Subhadra's being particularly noted for its beauty. Unique rituals include devotees offering sand and wood, used in the temple's ''bhojanshala'' to prepare ''[[Prasad (food offering)|prasadi]]'' (blessed food). Daily ''arti'' ceremonies and communal meals foster a vibrant devotional culture.<br />
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== Features and accessibility ==<br />
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The temple, freshly renovated, is nestled on a peaceful hilltop, it's a spiritual spot drawing both pilgrims and visitors. Bhajans and devotional videos are available online on YouTube.<br />
It can be accessed by road from nearby town of Bhadrajun.<br />
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== Cultural impact ==<br />
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The Dhumbada Mataji Temple remains a significant pilgrimage site for local population around Bhadrajun and other parts of Jalore, Pali, Balotra and Jodhpur, embodying Rajasthan's rich mythological and religious heritage. Its connection to the ''Mahabharata'' and distinctive traditions continue to draw devotees and scholars, reinforcing its cultural and historical importance.<br />
The temple sees huge crowds during Navratri festival.<br />
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== References ==<br />
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{{Hindu temples in Rajasthan}}<br />
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[[Category:Tourist attractions in Jalore district]]<br />
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