"Kaal Bhairav Jayanti"- Celebrating the Fierce Aspect of Shiva
Ekktaa Daithankar
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"Kaal Bhairav Jayanti" is a significant Hindu festival dedicated to the birth anniversary of Lord Bhairav, a fierce manifestation of Lord Shiva. Celebrated on the eighth day, i.e. Ashtami of the waning moon in the Hindu month of Margashirsha (in North India) & Kartik (in South India), it is also known as "Maha Kaal Bhairava Ashtami" or "Kaal Bhairav Ashtami."
As per the Gregorian Calendar, it lies in the month of November or December.
This special day is considered even more auspicious when it happens on a Tuesday or Sunday because these days are specifically devoted to Lord Kaal Bhairav.
This year, "Kaal Bhairav Jayanti" is on the 22nd of November ‘24.
As per Drik Panchang, the "tithi" for "Kaal Bhairav Jayanti" in ‘24 is as follows:
Kalabhairav Jayanti on Friday, 22nd of November ‘24
?Ashtami Tithi Begins - 06:07 p.m. on 22nd of November ‘24
Ashtami Tithi Ends - 07:56 p.m. on 23rd of November ‘24
Significance of Kaal Bhairav Jayanti:
The day of "Kaal Bhairav Jayanti" is considered most auspicious by the devotees of MahaKaal as it is observed as the day when Lord Shiva took the form of Bhairav to protect the universe from negative forces. Kaalbhairav is said to be the fierce form of Mahadev. Hindu people also worship him as the "Hindu God of Time."
Bhairava, stemming from the root 'Bhr,' signifies the cosmic sustainer, holding the universe in nurturing embrace. 'Rava,' denoting self-awareness, adds depth to the meaning, suggesting Bhairava as the embodiment of heightened consciousness. Alternatively, the term connects with the apprehension of the cyclic nature of suffering, as 'rava' symbolises intensified awareness arising from the inherent dread or fear, encapsulated in 'Bhiru,' of the perpetual cycle of pain and existence.
Lord Bhairava, a powerful form of Lord Shiva linked with destruction, punishes those who do wrong and safeguards devoted followers. Among the 64 Bhairavas, 8 are the main ones, and all of them are under the rule of Lord Kala Bhairava.
The essence of Kaal Bhairav lies in being a guardian against the dual forces of time and fear. The name suggests the protector (Bhairav) from the impacts of time and the anxieties that accompany it. For someone grappling with fear or apprehension, invoking Kaal Bhairav serves as a reminder and source of strength. It encourages individuals to face their fears by seeking protection and support from the timeless and formidable aspect represented by Kaal Bhairav.
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4 个月Lord Shiva is my eternal protector, and learning about his fierce form as Lord Bhairav has been a powerful and enlightening experience. Thank you for sharing this insightful article on Kaal Bhairav Jayanti!