🕉 कालभैरवाष्टकम् 🕉
Kalabhairava Ashtakam (Full)
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📖 Introduction
Lord Kalabhairava is a fierce and powerful form of Lord Shiva, known as the guardian of time (Kala) and protector of the universe. He is considered the destroyer of fear, negativity, and ignorance, and is worshipped for protection and spiritual strength.
Kalabhairava is also known as the ruler of Kashi (Varanasi), where he is believed to control time itself and protect devotees from evil forces and karmic obstacles. He is depicted as a dark, powerful form holding weapons like trident and danda, symbolizing justice and destruction of evil.
Kalabhairava Ashtakam is a sacred hymn dedicated to him, composed by Adi Shankaracharya, which praises his divine power, protection, and blessings for liberation (moksha).
👤 Who Wrote It?
This sacred hymn is traditionally attributed to Adi Shankaracharya.
🔱 Significance
Kalabhairava represents destruction of fear, ego, and ignorance. Worshipping him removes obstacles and protects devotees from negative forces.
📿 Kalabhairava Ashtakam (Full)
vyala-yajna-sutram indu-shekharam kripakaram
naradadi-yogibrinda-vanditam digambaram
kashikapuradhinatha kalabhairavam bhaje देवराजसेव्यमानपावनाङ्घ्रिपङ्कजं
व्यालयज्ञसूत्रमिन्दुशेखरं कृपाकरम्
नारदादियोगिबृन्दवन्दितं दिगम्बरं
काशिकापुराधिनाथ कालभैरवं भजे ॥1॥
nilakantham ipsitartha-dayakam trilochanam
kalakalam ambujaksham aksha-shulam aksharam
kashikapuradhinatha kalabhairavam bhaje भानुकोटिभास्वरं भवाब्धितारकं परं
नीलकण्ठमीप्सितार्थदायकं त्रिलोचनम्
कालकालमम्बुजाक्षमक्षशूलमक्षरं
काशिकापुराधिनाथ कालभैरवं भजे ॥2॥
shyama-kayam adi-devam aksharam niramayam
bhima-vikramam prabhum vichitra-tandava-priyam
kashikapuradhinatha kalabhairavam bhaje शूलटङ्कपाशदण्डपाणिमादिकारणं
श्यामकायमादिदेवमक्षरं निरामयम्
भीमविक्रमं प्रभुं विचित्रताण्डवप्रियं
काशिकापुराधिनाथ कालभैरवं भजे ॥3॥
bhakta-vatsalam sthiram samasta-loka-vigraham
nikvanan-manojna-hema-kingkini-lasat-katim
kashikapuradhinatha kalabhairavam bhaje भुक्तिमुक्तिदायकं प्रशस्तचारुविग्रहं
भक्तवत्सलं स्थिरं समस्तलोकविग्रहम्
निक्वणन्मनोञ्ज्ञहेमकिङ्किणीलसत्कटिं
काशिकापुराधिनाथ कालभैरवं भजे ॥4॥
karma-pasha-mochakam susharma-dayakam vibhum
svarna-varna-kesha-pasha-shobhita-anga-mandalam
kashikapuradhinatha kalabhairavam bhaje धर्मसेतुपालकं त्वधर्ममार्गनाशकं
कर्मपाशमोचकं सुशर्मदायकं विभुम्
स्वर्णवर्णकेशपाशशोभिताङ्गमण्डलं
काशिकापुराधिनाथ कालभैरवं भजे ॥5॥
nityam advitiyam ishta-daivatam niranjanam
mrityu-darpa-nashanam karala-damshtra-mokshadam
kashikapuradhinatha kalabhairavam bhaje रत्नपादुकाप्रभाभिरामपादयुग्मकं
नित्यमद्वितीयमिष्टदैवतं निरञ्जनम्
मृत्युदर्पनाशनं करालदंष्ट्रमोक्षदं
काशिकापुराधिनाथ कालभैरवं भजे ॥6॥
drishti-pata-nashta-papa-jalam ugra-shasanam
ashta-siddhi-dayakam kapala-malika-dharam
kashikapuradhinatha kalabhairavam bhaje अट्टहासभिन्नपद्मजाण्डकोशसंततिं
दृष्टिपातनष्टपापजालमुग्रशासनम्
अष्टसिद्धिदायकं कपालमालिकाधरं
काशिकापुराधिनाथ कालभैरवं भजे ॥7॥
kashivasi-loka-punya-papa-shodhakam vibhum
niti-marga-kovidam puratanam jagat-patim
kashikapuradhinatha kalabhairavam bhaje भूतसङ्घनायकं विशालकीर्तिदायकं
काशिवासलोकपुण्यपापशोधकं विभुम्
नीतिमार्गकोविदं पुरातनं जगत्पतिं
काशिकापुराधिनाथ कालभैरवं भजे ॥8॥
🕯 How & When to Chant
✔ Morning or Midnight
✔ Kala Ashtami
✔ During Shiva Puja
✨ Benefits of Chanting Kalabhairava Ashtakam
✔ Removes fear, anxiety, and mental stress
It helps the devotee overcome deep fear and gives inner courage and stability.
✔ Protection from negative energies
Lord Kalabhairava is considered the divine protector who removes evil forces and negativity.
✔ Removes obstacles in life
Regular chanting helps in clearing karmic blocks and difficulties in career, money, and personal life.
✔ Spiritual growth and awakening
It increases focus, devotion, and spiritual awareness, guiding the soul towards moksha.
✔ Blessings of time and destiny control
Kalabhairava is the ruler of time (Kala), and worshipping him is believed to improve destiny flow.
✔ Success and protection in life journey
It brings strength, discipline, and protection during challenges and struggles.
🙏 Conclusion
Kalabhairava Ashtakam is a powerful sacred hymn that brings protection, courage, and spiritual strength. Regular chanting with devotion helps remove fear and negative energy from life and guides the devotee towards peace and liberation.
🙏 Om Shri Kalabhairavaya Namah 🙏
🕉️ Pranam to Lord Kalabhairava 🕉️
❓ FAQ
What is Kalabhairava Ashtakam?
A powerful hymn of Lord Kalabhairava, the fierce form of Lord Shiva who protects devotees and controls time.
Who wrote it?
It is traditionally composed by Adi Shankaracharya.
Best time to chant?
Morning, midnight, or on Kala Ashtami for best spiritual results.
Who is Lord Kalabhairava?
Lord Kalabhairava is a manifestation of Lord Shiva who represents time, protection, and destruction of negativity.
Where is Kalabhairava mainly worshipped?
He is especially worshipped in Kashi (Varanasi), where he is known as the guardian deity of the city.
What are the benefits of chanting Kalabhairava Ashtakam?
It removes fear, protects from negative energies, removes obstacles, and supports spiritual growth and success in life.
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