Kalabhairav Jayanti, or Maha Kala Ashtami, marks the divine birth of Lord Kalabhairava, a fierce and protective manifestation of Lord Shiva. Celebrated on the Ashtami Tithi of Krishna Paksha (8th waning lunar day) in the month of Kartik, this sacred day offers an opportunity to:
• Nullify the malefic effects of Rahu and Saturn.
• Overcome enemies—both internal (greed, anger, delusion) and external.
• Realign with the divine ruler of time and dissolve patterns of negativity.
Kalabhairav Jayanti Timings
🇮🇳 Chennai, India –
Ashtami Tithi Begins – 06:07 PM on Nov 22, 2024
Ashtami Tithi Ends – 07:56 PM on Nov 23, 2024
You can find the exact timing to perform Kalabhairav Jayanti rituals according to your location here
Significance of Kalabhairav
Hence, Kalabhairav is the divine force that governs the cosmic time, often referred to as Maha Kaal. Lord Bhairava serves as a protector, shielding his devotees from adversaries such as greed, jealousy, lust, anger, and delusion—issues commonly associated with the 6th house in astrology.
Kalabhairav Jayanti Rituals
- Chant the Kalabhairav mantra: Aum Kalabhairavaya Namah (minimum of 27 times).
- Meditate on or recite the Kalabhairav Ashtakam by Sri Adi Shankaracharya
