The Madanmohan Jew Temple in Kendrapada, India is a 300-year-old temple that reveres cats as divine beings. The temple, dedicated to Lord Krishna, Radha, and Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, houses around 230 cats and prepares vegetarian meals for both the deities and the feline residents. The tradition dates back to when the king of Aul established the temple and chose to care for domestic cats instead of tigers. Devotees visit the temple to offer milk, biscuits, and rice, believing that their wishes will be fulfilled through these offerings.

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