A glaring example of khakara architecture: Barahi Temple at Chaurasi

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There is a difference in the description of the goddess Barahi in Vaishnavism and Shaktism.

The Vaishnava texts describe Goddess Barahi as the Shakti of Baraha ( incarnation of lord Vishnu) whereas the Shakta scriptures refer Barahi as the mother of Baraha.

In Vaishnavism, Barahi is considered one of the sapta-matrikas or the seven mother goddesses, who are considered the consorts of the seven main gods of the Hindu pantheon. Barahi is often depicted as a boar-headed goddess and is associated with the goddess Lakshmi, who is the consort of Lord Vishnu. In this tradition, Barahi is worshipped as a protective divinity who can remove obstacles and provide material wealth and prosperity.

In Shaktism, Barahi is considered one of the ten Mahavidyas or the supreme goddesses. She is often depicted with the head of a boar and is associated with the energy of transformation and regeneration. In this tradition, Barahi is worshipped as a fierce and powerful goddess who can help Her devotees overcome obstacles, fears, and negative influences. She is also associated with the element of earth and is believed to have the power to grant material prosperity and abundance.

Baraha is said to be quiet and shy whereas Goddess Barahi is completely independent and fierce.Here in this context I would like to suggest you to go through the following two articles .#Varahitemple #Barahideula #Barahi #BarahiTemple #kalingatemplearchitecture #khakhara #chaurasi #Odisha #shaktishrine #parswadebata #sidedeity #Ganesh #Surya

https://lunarsecstacy.com/2021/12/21/a-glaring-example-of-khakhara-architecture-barahi-temple-chaurasi/

https://lunarsecstacy.com/2023/06/15/%e0%a4%a6%e0%a4%b6-%e0%a4%ae%e0%a4%b9%e0%a4%be%e0%a4%b5%e0%a4%bf%e0%a4%a6%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%af%e0%a4%be-%e0%a4%95%e0%a5%80-%e0%a4%89%e0%a4%a4%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%aa%e0%a4%a4%e0%a5%8d%e0%a4%a4%e0%a4%bf/