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Kalabhairava Ashtakam

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Kalabhairava Ashtakam 

Devaraaja Sevyamaana Paavanaanghri Pankajam
Vyaalayajnya Sootramindu Shekharam Kripaakaram |
Naaradaadi Yogibrinda Vanditam Digambaram
Kaashikaapuraadhinaatha Kaalabhairavam Bhaje || 1 ||

Bhaanukoti Bhaasvaram Bhavabdhitaarakam Param
Neelakantha Meepsitaardha Daayakam Trilochanam |
Kaalakaala Mambujaaksha Mastashoonya Maksharam
Kaashikaapuraadhinaatha Kaalabhairavam Bhaje || 2 ||

Shoolatanka Paashadanda Paanimaadi Kaaranam
Shyaamakaaya Maadideva Maksharam Niraamayam |
Bheemavikramam Prabhum Vichitra Taandava Priyam
Kaashikaapuraadhinaatha Kaalabhairavam Bhaje || 3 ||

Bhukti Mukti Daayakam Prashastachaaru Vigraham
Bhaktavatsalam Sthitam Samastaloka Vigraham |
Nikvanan-manojnya Hema Kinkinee Lasatkatim
Kaashikaapuraadhinaatha Kaalabhairavam Bhaje || 4 ||

Dharmasetu Paalakam Tvadharmamaarga Naashakam
Karmapaasha Mochakam Susharma Daayakam Vibhum |
Svarnavarna Keshapaasha Shobhitaanga Nirmalam
Kaashikaapuraadhinaatha Kaalabhairavam Bhaje || 5 ||

Ratna Paadukaa Prabhaabhiraama Paadayugmakam
Nitya Madviteeya Mishta Daivatam Niranjanam |
Mrityudarpa Naashanam Karaaladamshtra Bhooshanam
Kaashikaapuraadhinaatha Kaalabhairavam Bhaje || 6 ||

Attahaasa Bhinna Padmajaandakosha Santatim
Drishtipaata Nashtapaapa Jaalamugra Shaasanam |
Ashtasiddhi Daayakam Kapaalamaalikaa Dharam
Kaashikaapuraadhinaatha Kaalabhairavam Bhaje || 7 ||

Bhootasangha Naayakam Vishaalakeerti Daayakam
Kaashivaasi Loka Punyapaapa Shodhakam Vibhum |
Neetimaarga Kovidam Puraatanam Jagatpatim
Kaashikaapuraadhinaatha Kaalabhairavam Bhaje || 8 ||

Kaalabhairavaashtakam Pathanti Ye Manoharam
Jnyaanamukti Saadhakam Vichitra Punya Vardhanam |
Shokamoha Lobhadainya Kopataapa Naashanam
Te Prayaanti Kaalabhairavaanghri Sannidhim Dhruvam ||

Iti Shreemachchankaraachaarya Virachitam Kaalabhairavaashtakam Sampoornam |

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kalabhairava Ashtakam?
Kalabhairava Ashtakam is an eight-verse hymn composed by Adi Shankaracharya, dedicated to Lord Kalabhairava, a fierce manifestation of Lord Shiva and the guardian deity of Kashi (Varanasi). It praises the various attributes and glories of the deity.
When and how should one recite Kalabhairava Ashtakam?
This stotra can be recited daily in the morning or evening after bathing, with a pure mind. It is considered particularly potent on Sundays, Ashtami tithi, or on Bhairava Jayanti. Reciting it in front of an idol or picture of Lord Kalabhairava while lighting a lamp is recommended.
What are the main benefits of reciting Kalabhairava Ashtakam?
Reciting Kalabhairava Ashtakam offers numerous benefits, including the removal of fear, protection from enemies, relief from diseases, spiritual progress, and fulfillment of desires. Ultimately, it also aids in attaining liberation (moksha).
Who should recite Kalabhairava Ashtakam?
Anyone suffering from fear, anxiety, enemy troubles, debt issues, or those seeking spiritual advancement can recite this stotra. Any devotee desiring the blessings of Lord Kalabhairava may chant it.
How many times should Kalabhairava Ashtakam be recited for best results?
One can recite this stotra at least once daily. For greater benefits, it can be recited 11, 21, 51, or 108 times. Consistent and regular recitation yields the best results.
What is the origin or history of Kalabhairava Ashtakam?
Kalabhairava Ashtakam was composed by the great Advaita philosopher and saint, Adi Shankaracharya. It is believed that he wrote this hymn to extol the glory of Lord Kalabhairava during his stay in Kashi.

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