Kaal Bhairav 2025: Kalabhairava is considered to be the third Rudra incarnation of Lord Shiva. According to the Puranas, Lord Kalabhairava appeared on the Ashtami day of Krishna Paksha of Margashirsha month. this time Kalabhairav Ashtami 12 November 2025 Is to. On this Krishnashtami, Bhairava form was born from Lord Shankar in the afternoon. Even Kaal is afraid of Lord Bhairav, hence he kaalbhairav It is said.
Astrologer Dr. Anish Vyas Told that Bhairav Ashtami will be celebrated on 12th November. On this day, Kalbhairav, the fierce form of Lord Shiva, is worshipped. By observing fast on Bhairav Ashtami one gets the desired results. On this day, along with rituals, a resolution of fasting is taken in the morning and Lord Kalabhairava is worshiped at night.
Mythological importance of Kalabhairava:
According to Shivpuran, Kalbhairav was born from the part of Lord Shankar. Andhakasur, intoxicated with his ego, attacked Lord Shiva. To kill him, Bhairav was born from the blood of Lord Shiva. Therefore Kalbhairav is the form of Shiva. By worshiping him all sorrows and problems go away.
Auspicious time of Bhairav Ashtami:
Ashtami of Krishna Paksha of Margashirsha month will start on 11th November at 11:08 pm and will end on 12th November at 10:58 pm. Kalbhairav is worshiped in Nisha period i.e. night.
Worship and fasting method:
- Take a resolution to fast after taking bath in the morning.
- In the evening, go to a temple and light a four-sided lamp in front of the idol of Lord Bhairav.
- Offer flowers, Imarti, Jalebi, Urad, Paan, coconut etc.
- 108 times “Om Kalabhairavaya Namah” Chant the mantra.
- After the puja, offer Jalebi or Imarti to Lord Bhairav.
- Donate two colored blankets to the needy.
- Feeding Jalebi and Imarti to dogs on this day is a part of the traditional ritual.
Benefits on health and life: Kalabhairav means the one who defeats fear. His worship removes the fear of death and every kind of crisis. It is also said in Narad Purana that by worshiping Kalabhairav, all the wishes of a person are fulfilled.
Charity and auspicious work: in the month of Aghaan woolen cloth And donating food or items to the needy is considered extremely auspicious. Along with Bhairav, it also gets the blessings of Shani Dev.
Importance of night puja: Bhairav worship should be done in Pradosh Kaal i.e. at sunset or midnight. Keep vigil at night and worship Lord Shiva, Mother Parvati and Kalbhairav. The black dog, the vehicle of Kalabhairava, is also worshipped.
Chanting these mantras on Kalabhairav Jayanti removes fear and suffering in life:
- Om Kalabhairavaya Namah
- Om Bhayaharanam Cha Bhairav
- ॐ भ्रं कालभारवाय फट्
- Om Hreem Batukay Aapduddharanay Kuru Kuru Batukay Hreem
- Om Ham Sham Na Gan Kan San Kham Mahakaal Bhairavaya Namah
Importance of Kalbhairav Jayanti:
By worshiping on Bhairav Ashtami, the seeker gets freedom from fear, protection from planets and enemy obstacles and gets beneficial results in life. The person who harms the devotees of Lord Bhairav does not get shelter in all the three worlds.
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