- By Kashish Rai
- Wed, 19 Feb 2025 04:10 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Kalashtami February 2025: The Hindu event of Kalashtami or Kala Ashtami is dedicated to Lord Bhairav. It takes place every month on the eighth day of the moon's waning phase. Devotees worship Lord Kaal Bhairav on this day and fast to win his favour. They believe that worshipping him on this specific day brings blessings and protection. Lord Bhairav is revered as a powerful deity who shields his followers from harm. By observing Kalashtami, devotees seek his guidance and care. This monthly festival is an opportunity for devotees to connect with Lord Bhairav and seek his divine protection. This year, Kalashtami in the month of Falgun will be observed on 20th February 2025.
Devotees can perform certain remedies on this sacred day to fulfil their earnest wishes and seek the blessings of Lord Kaal Bhairav. Below is the list of 7 effective remedies to perform on Falgun Kalashtami Vrat:
Kalashtami February 2025: 7 Effective Remedies To Perform On Falgun Kalashtami Vrat To Fulfill Your Desires
1. Remedy To Enhance Your Prosperity
To boost your prosperity, light a clay lamp filled with mustard oil in front of Lord Bhairav on Kalashtami. Recite the mantra "Om Hreem Batukaya Apaduddharanaya Kuru Kuru Batukaya Hreem Om" twice while lighting the lamp. Additionally, offer a heartfelt prayer to Lord Bhairav, seeking his blessings for increased prosperity and happiness. This simple yet powerful ritual can help attract positive energies and bring good fortune into your life.
2. Remedy To Overcome Life's Challenges
Are you facing difficulties in your life? To overcome your challenges, offer a mustard oil-soaked roti to a black dog on Kalashtami. While applying the oil to the roti, focus on Lord Bhairav and recite "Om Hreem Batukaya Apaduddharanaya Kuru Kuru Batukaya Hreem Om" five times. This act of kindness and devotion can help you find solutions to your problems and bring peace to your life.
3. Remedy To Conquer Your Fears
Do you struggle with persistent fears or anxieties? Place a black thread at Lord Bhairav's feet and let it remain there for five minutes. During this time, recite the mantra "Om Hreem Batukaya Apaduddharanaya Kuru Kuru Batukaya Hreem Om" to seek Lord Bhairav's protection. Then, tie the thread around your right ankle to carry the divine energy with you. This simple ritual can help you overcome your fears and feel more confident and secure.
4. Remedy To Remove Negative Influences And Obstacles
To remove negative influences or obstacles hindering your child's progress, take a handful of black sesame seeds and focus on Lord Bhairav, circle your child's head seven times (six clockwise and one counterclockwise). Then, dispose of the sesame seeds in a flowing water body while reciting the mantra "Om Hreem Batukaya Apaduddharanaya Kuru Kuru Batukaya Hreem Om." This remedy can help eliminate negative energies and promote your child's well-being.
Kalashtami honours Lord Kaal Bhairav, a powerful deity shielding followers from harm. Observing this day brings blessings and protection. (Image Source: Canva)
5. Remedy To Overcome Confusion and Negativity
To overcome confusion, negativity or stagnant energy in your home, perform these rituals today. Offer water and a thread of yarn at the root of a Shami tree. Then, silently recite Lord Bhairav's mantra "Om Hreem Batukaya Apaduddharanaya Kuru Kuru Batukaya Hreem Om." Alternatively, tie a thread with seven knots on your main gate, reciting the mantra with each knot. These actions can help dispel negativity and promote a harmonious environment.
6. Remedy To Enhance Prosperity And Financial Growth
To boost your financial growth and prosperity, worship Lord Bhairav. Follow the prescribed rituals for his worship and offer him jalebi as a sweet offering. Recite his mantra "Om Hreem Batukaya Apaduddharanaya Kuru Kuru Batukaya Hreem Om" to seek his blessings. This worship can help attract positive energies and promote financial growth and stability in your life.
7. Remedy To Remove Your Partner’s Suffering
To alleviate your partner's distress and your own, perform an easy remedy on Kalashtami. Begin by bathing and then sit on a mat in front of a Shiva idol. Recite the Shiva Chalisa to seek Lord Shiva's blessings. After completing the recitation, chant the Bhairav mantra once: "Om Hreem Batukaya Apaduddharanaya Kuru Kuru Batukaya Hreem Om." This remedy can help ease your partner's struggles and bring harmony to your relationship.
(Disclaimer: This is based on general public information. Jagran English does not confirm its veracity. Before adopting any measures, consult an expert in the relevant field.)
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