- By Kashish Rai
- Tue, 19 Nov 2024 10:33 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Kaal Bhairav Jayanti 2024: The sacred occasion of Kalashtami or Kaal Bhairav Jayanti honours the fierce form of Lord Shiva, known as Baba Kaal Bhairav. This significant festival falls on the eighth day (Ashtami) of the dark moon phase (Krishna Paksha) in Margashirsha month. Also celebrated as Kalashtami or Kaal Bhairav Ashtami, it commemorates Lord Kaal Bhairav's birth. According to Hindu legends, on this day, devotees worship Lord Kaal Bhairav with traditional rituals, pleasing him and receiving his blessings. This sacred day holds great importance for followers, seeking the powerful deity's protection and favour. By observing Kaal Bhairav Jayanti, devotees connect with Lord Shiva's potent energy, ensuring spiritual growth and well-being.
Check out the correct date, significance and other important rituals associated with this sacred day below:
Kaal Bhairav Jayanti 2024: 21 Or 22 November, When Is Kaal Bhairav Ashtami?
This year, Kaal Bhairav Jayanti or Kalashtami will be celebrated on 22nd November 2024. Ashtami Tithi will begin at 06:07 PM on 22nd November 2024 and end at 07:56 PM on 23rd November 2024.
Kaal Bhairav Jayanti honours Lord Shiva's fierce form, Baba Kaal Bhairav, promoting spiritual growth and protection on Ashtami day. (Image Source: Canva)
Kaal Bhairav Jayanti 2024: Significance And Rituals
Worshipping Kaal Bhairav, the fierce form of Lord Shiva, holds great significance, as mentioned in the Narada Purana. Devotees believe that worshipping Kaal Bhairav fulfils dreams, frees them from diseases and bodily ailments, and brings overall well-being. On Kaal Bhairav Jayanti, followers observe a day of reverence and spiritual growth.
To observe Kaal Bhairav Jayanti, devotees wake up at Brahma Muhurta, bathe, and purify themselves with Gangajal. They take a pledge to fast. The sacred mantra "Hrim Unmatt Bhairavaya Namah" is chanted throughout the day, considered highly auspicious.
Worship rituals take place at midnight, offering incense, black sesame, lamps, urad, and mustard oil to Lord Kaal Bhairav. After the fast, feeding sweet rotis to a black dog is believed to bring additional benefits. By following these traditions, devotees seek Kaal Bhairav's blessings, protection, and guidance. This sacred day nurtures spiritual connection, well-being, and devotion to the powerful deity, Lord Kaal Bhairav.
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