Jeenmata Temple

Jeenmata Temple is a revered Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Jeenmata (also known as Jayanti Mata), a powerful incarnation of Durga. The temple is located near Rewasa village in the Sikar district of Rajasthan, India.

ॐ ऐं ह्रीं क्लीं जयन्ती जय माँ जिनमाता नमः।

― Jeenmata Temple

This temple is not only a spiritual center but also a Kuldevi (family deity) for many clans in Rajasthan, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh.

Mythological Significance & History

The temple is believed to be around 1000 to 1200 years old.

According to legend, Goddess Jeenmata performed deep
meditation (tapasya) at this location, and a temple was later built at the very site.

The temple has undergone renovations and expansions by local rulers and devotees over centuries.

Many hermitages and meditation caves nearby suggest the area was a center of spiritual activity in ancient times.

Significance of the Temple

The temple holds immense religious and cultural significance, especially among Rajput and Jat communities.

It is believed that Goddess Jeenmata fulfills the wishes of her devotees and protects them from evil.

Two major festivals are celebrated here:

Chaitra Navratri (March-April)
Ashwin Navratri (September-October)
During these times, huge fairs (melas) are organized, and lakhs of devotees visit the temple.

The temple serves as a Kuldevi Sthaan (ancestral deity shrine) for many families.