Kalabhairava, the fierce and awe-inspiring manifestation of Lord Shiva, is revered in Hindu mythology as the guardian of the universe, the vanquisher of evil, and the bestower of boons. The Kalabhairavashtakam is a powerful hymn dedicated to this enigmatic deity, composed by the esteemed sage Adi Shankaracharya.
The Kalabhairavashtakam holds immense significance in Hindu spiritual practices:
The Kalabhairavashtakam consists of eight verses (ashtakam) that describe Lord Kalabhairava's divine attributes and implore his blessings. Each verse ends with the sacred mantra "Om Namah Shivaya."
Devotees who chant the Kalabhairavashtakam regularly enjoy numerous benefits:
The Kalabhairavashtakam should be chanted with devotion and focus. Here are some tips:
కాలభైరవాష్టకం
1. వక్రతుండం హయగ్రీవం కాలాంబం విశ్వవిశ్వరం |
సర్వోపద్రవశమనం ప్రణామ్యం కాలభైరవం || 1 ||
2. శైలేంద్రపుత్రం సురవಂದితం సర్వక్షోభనివారకం |
శత్రుస్థంభనకారకం ప్రణామ్యం కాలభైరవం || 2 ||
3. కపాలమాలాద్యుధపాణినం శివసూనుం సురారాధితం |
భక్తార्तిహరం వరదం ప్రణామ్యం కాలభైరవం || 3 ||
4. భాస్కరమండలాభం సర్వలోకం త్రాసయంతం |
భక్తప్రియం మందస్మితం ప్రణామ్యం కాలభైరవం || 4 ||
5. జ్వలత్కేశం త్రినయనం భాస్వరద్దంష్ట్రత్రిశూలం |
అకస్మాత్పతతం విశ్వం రక్ష రక్ష ప్రియకరం || 5 ||
6. దిగ్భాండాలం నిషంపాణం యో భూతం పాలయంత్యుమాం |
సర్వస్య శరణం ভাবি হৃদ্যং তথা || 6 ||
7. సర్వభూతేషు సర్వేషు విద్యాం దదాసి দানব |
పాహిమాం కాలభైరవాৎ సর্বదా সর্বতঃ শিব || 7 ||
8. భైరవాయానయేన్నित్యం యో ముక్తశ్చైవ দুঃখতঃ |
కాలభైరవ పాదాంబుజం नत्वा શુભમ ভਵति || 8 ||
ఓం నమః శివాయ
Verse | Meaning | Benefits |
---|---|---|
1 | Salutation to Kalabhairava | Protection from all dangers |
2 | Destructive power and protection | Removal of obstacles, victory over enemies |
3 | Fierce form and divine grace | Fulfillment of desires, wealth and prosperity |
4 | Illuminating and cosmic aspect | Spiritual empowerment, clarity of mind |
5 | Terrifying but protective | Removal of fear, courage in times of crisis |
6 | Omnipresent and universal | Universal protection, peace and harmony |
7 | Knowledge and liberation | Removal of ignorance, spiritual awakening |
8 | Salvation and liberation | Release from suffering, eternal happiness |
The Kalabhairavashtakam is a powerful spiritual tool that:
The Kalabhairavashtakam is a timeless hymn that has been revered for centuries by devotees seeking protection, spiritual empowerment, and material prosperity. By chanting this sacred composition with faith and devotion, we can harness the transformative power of Lord Kalabhairava and overcome the challenges of life's journey.
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