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Teekshna Danshtra Kalabhairava Ashtakam

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Teekshna Danshtra Kalabhairava Ashtakam

Yam' yam' yam' yaksharoopam' dashadishividitam' bhoomikampaayamaanam'
Sam' sam' sam'haaramoortim' shiramukut'ajat'aa shekharam' chandrabimbam |
Dam' dam' dam' deerghakaayam' vikri'tanakhamukham' chordhvaromam' karaal'am'
Pam' pam' pam' paapanaasham' pranamata satatam' bhairavam' kshetrapaalam || 1 ||

Ram' ram' ram' raktavarnam' kat'ikat'itatanum' teekshnadam'sht'raakaraal'am'
Gham' gham' gham' ghosha ghosham' ghaghaghagha ghat'itam' gharjaram' ghoranaadam |
Kam' kam' kam' kaalapaasham' dhri'ka dhri'ka dhri'kitam' jvaalitam' kaamadaaham'
Tam' tam' tam' divyadeham' pranamata satatam' bhairavam' kshetrapaalam || 2 ||

Lam' lam' lam' lam' vadantam' lalalala lalitam' deerghajihvaa karaal'am'
Dhoom' dhoom' dhoom' dhoomravarnam' sphut'avikat'amukham' bhaaskaram' bheemaroopam |
Rum' rum' rum' rund'amaalam' ravitamaniyatam' taamranetram' karaal'am'
Nam' nam' nam' nagnabhoosham' pranamata satatam' bhairavam' kshetrapaalam || 3 ||

Vam' vam' vam' vaayuvegam' natajanasadayam' brahmasaaram' parantam'
Kham' kham' kham' khad'gahastam' tribhuvanavilayam' bhaaskaram' bheemaroopam |
Cham' cham' cham' chalitvaa'chala chala chalitaachchaalitam' bhoomichakram'
Mam' mam' mam' maayiroopam' pranamata satatam' bhairavam' kshetrapaalam || 4 ||

Sham' sham' sham' shankhahastam' shashikaradhaval'am' moksha sampoorna tejam'
Mam' mam' mam' mam' mahaantam' kulamakulakulam' mantraguptam' sunityam |
Yam' yam' yam' bhootanaatham' kilikilikilitam' baalakel'ipradhaanam'
Am' am' am' antariksham' pranamata satatam' bhairavam' kshetrapaalam || 5 ||

Kham' kham' kham' khad'gabhedam' vishamamri'tamayam' kaalakaalam' karaal'am'
Ksham' ksham' ksham' kshipravegam' dahadahadahanam' taptasandeepyamaanam |
Haum' haum' haunkaaranaadam' prakat'itagahanam' garjitairbhoomikampam'
Vam' vam' vam' vaalaleelam' pranamata satatam' bhairavam' kshetrapaalam || 6 ||

Sam' sam' sam' siddhiyogam' sakalagunamakham' devadevam' prasannam'
Pam' pam' pam' padmanaabham' hariharamayanam' chandrasooryaagninetram |
Aim' aim' aim' aishvaryanaatham' satatabhayaharam' poorvadevasvaroopam'
Raum' raum' raum' raudraroopam' pranamata satatam' bhairavam' kshetrapaalam || 7 ||

Ham' ham' ham' ham'sayaanam' hasitakalahakam' muktayogaat't'ahaasam'
Nam' nam' nam' netraroopam' shiramukut'ajat'aabandhabandhaagrahastam | [dhandhandham']
T'am' t'am' t'am' t'ankaaranaadam' tridashalat'alat'am' kaamagarvaapahaaram'
Bhum' bhum' bhum' bhootanaatham' pranamata satatam' bhairavam' kshetrapaalam || 8 ||

Ityevam' kaamayuktam' prapat'hati niyatam' bhairavasyaasht'akam' yo
Nirvighnam' duh'khanaasham' surabhayaharanam' d'aakineeshaakineenaam |
Nashyeddhi vyaaghrasarpau hutavaha salile raajyasham'sasya shoonyam'
Sarvaa nashyanti dooram' vipada iti bhri'sham' chintanaatsarvasiddhim || 9 ||

Bhairavasyaasht'akamidam' shaanmaasam' yah' pat'hennarah'
Sa yaati paramam' sthaanam' yatra devo maheshvarah' || 10 ||

Sindooraarunagaatram' cha sarvajanmavinirmitam |
Mukut'aagryadharam' devam' bhairavam' pranamaamyaham || 11 ||

Namo bhootanaatham' namo pretanaatham'
Namah' kaalakaalam' namah' rudramaalam |
Namah' kaalikaapremalolam' karaal'am'
Namo bhairavam' kaashikaakshetrapaalam ||

Iti teekshnadam'sht'ra kaalabhairavaasht'akam ||

Meaning

The Teekshna Damshtara Kalabhairava Ashtakam praises the fierce, protective, and awe-inspiring form of Bhairava. This hymn describes Bhairava as the guardian of sacred spaces (Kshetrapala), the destroyer of evil forces, the remover of fear, and the embodiment of cosmic power. Through powerful bīja-like sonic patterns, the verses paint vivid portraits of His terrifying yet protective nature.

The first verse invokes Bhairava whose form shakes the earth, whose matted locks hold the moon, whose long body and sharp fangs terrify negativity, and who destroys sins instantly. He is the fierce guardian of all directions.

The second verse praises His blood-red form, dreadful roar, blazing fire-like energy, and the noose of time that destroys desire and ignorance. Bhairava burns impurities and grants purification.

The third verse highlights His smoke-colored body, long tongue, frightening face, skull-garland, wild energy, and red eyes — symbols of His capacity to destroy ego and delusion. His naked ash-smeared form signifies transcendence beyond material limitations.

The fourth verse describes His hurricane-like speed, sword-bearing form, ability to shake the earth, and power to dissolve illusion. Bhairava as wind, fire, and cosmic force clears obstacles from the devotee’s path.

The fifth verse reveals His divine conch, moon-like radiance, and supreme moksha-giving brilliance. Though fierce, He is kind to the devoted. He is the lord of spirits, the playmate of children, the hidden master of mantras.

The sixth verse portrays His devastating sword strikes, His blazing energy, His horrific roar that causes earthquakes, and His playful dance. Bhairava destroys poison, evil, and fear.

The seventh verse praises Bhairava as the giver of yogic powers, complete virtues, unity of Vishnu and Shiva, and one whose eyes are the sun, moon, and fire. He grants wealth, protection, and fearlessness.

The eighth verse depicts His cosmic laughter, His connection to the hamsa (parama-atma), His terrifying dance, His powerful hair-knot, and His destruction of lust and arrogance. He is the lord of all beings.

The concluding verses promise that regular recitation destroys misfortune, removes obstacles, wards off witches and evil spirits, protects from danger, and grants all siddhis. Six months of disciplined chanting leads to the abode of Maheshwara.

Benefits:
• Powerful protection from negativity, fear, spirits, and obstacles
• Destroys sins, karmic blocks, and harmful influences
• Grants courage, clarity, and spiritual strength
• Bestows siddhis, protection, and unwavering fearlessness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Teekshna Danshtra Kalabhairava Ashtakam?
It is a powerful eight-verse hymn praising the fierce and protective form of Lord Bhairava. Bhairava is described in this stotram as the guardian of sacred spaces (Kshetrapala), destroyer of sins, and remover of fear.
When and how should one recite this stotram?
It is generally auspicious to recite this stotram on Tuesdays or during Bhairava Ashtami. One should take a bath, sit with a pure mind before an image or idol of Bhairava, and recite it with devotion.
What are the benefits of reciting Teekshna Danshtra Kalabhairava Ashtakam?
Reciting this stotram offers protection from evil forces, removal of fear, eradication of life's obstacles, freedom from accidents, and spiritual upliftment. It bestows courage and peace upon devotees.
Who should recite this stotram?
Any devotee seeking to overcome obstacles in life, dispel fear, gain protection, or achieve spiritual progress can recite this stotram. It is particularly beneficial for those facing difficult challenges.
How many times should this Ashtakam be recited?
Generally, reciting it once or thrice daily is considered auspicious. In times of specific difficulty, chanting it 11, 21, or 108 times is believed to yield greater benefits.
What is the origin or source of this stotram?
The Teekshna Danshtra Kalabhairava Ashtakam originates from ancient Hindu scriptures and Tantric traditions. It is a potent mantra-stotra that extols the glory and power of Kalabhairava.

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