Shri Manmath Swami Samadhi Mandir

Shri Manmath Swami Samadhi Mandir is a historic religious site located at Kapildhar near Manjarsumbha in Beed district, Maharashtra. Dating back approximately 500 years, it marks the Sanjeevan Samadhi of Saint Manmath Swami, a revered figure in the Lingayat sect who attained samadhi at age 26. The temple complex is situated on a hillock about 18 km from Beed city and features a natural waterfall, pilgrim accommodation, and significant annual festivals attracting devotees.

Visitors can expect a spiritual atmosphere centered around the ancient samadhi shrine of Manmath Swami within a hillside setting. The temple complex includes a spacious parking area, shops selling puja items and food, and upper-floor bhakta niwas accommodations for pilgrims. A natural waterfall known as Kapildhar flows within the precincts, adding scenic beauty to the religious experience. Daily rituals include morning aarti and darshan sessions, with major gatherings during Kartik Purnima and Shravana festivals.

The temple dates back approximately 500 years and commemorates Manmath Swami, born in Kekur to Veershaiva parents Parvati and Shivling Swami. He was a disciple of Dinodar Baba and Shivacharya Maharaj, attaining Sanjeevan Samadhi at age 26 after intense penance. He authored spiritual texts including 'Shriparamrahasya', 'Anubhavananda', and 'Gurugeeta', and was honored as 'Sant Shiromani' by Pandharpur saints for promoting interfaith harmony.

The temple serves as a major pilgrimage center for the Lingayat community and followers of Manmath Swami's teachings. It hosts significant annual celebrations including Kartik Purnima, Magh Shuddha Panchami (birth anniversary), Falgun Shuddha Chaturthi (punyatithi), and a large yatra on the third Monday of Shravana. The saint's literary works continue to be regularly recited by Veershaiva devotees, maintaining living cultural traditions.