The hymn is also said to bring prosperity and peace to those who recite it with sincerity and devotion. It is believed that reciting the hymn will help devotees overcome their fears and anxieties.
Benefits of Kalabhairava Ashtakam
Kalbhairav Ashtakam is a powerful Sanskrit hymn invoking Lord Kalabhairava, the fierce form of Lord Shiva. It is believed that the regular chanting of this hymn brings great spiritual benefits. According to Hindu scriptures, Lord Kalbhairava is the lord of time and is believed to bestow great powers on those who recite this hymn with devotion. Some of the benefits of chanting Kalbhairav Ashtakam include:
It helps to remove all kinds of fear and anxiety.
It brings peace and harmony into one's life.
It helps in developing strong willpower and determination.
It increases focus and concentration.
It helps to remove negative thoughts and energies.
It brings success and prosperity.
It helps in effective time management.
It helps in attaining spiritual perfection.
It helps to build a strong connection with the divine.
It helps to enhance one's spiritual growth.
How to recite Kalabhairava Ashtakam lyrics
Reciting Kalabhairava Ashtakam lyrics is a great way to honor Kalbhairava. To recite Ashtakam, first find a peaceful, quiet place where you can focus your meditation. Then, begin by taking a few deep breaths to clear your mind and connect with divine energy. Now, slowly start reciting the hymn, either in Sanskrit or its English translation (depending on your familiarity with the language). As you recite, focus on the lyrics and their meaning, and feel the power of the words and the power of Lord Kalabhairava. When you finish the Stotra, sit in silence for a while and express your gratitude for the blessings that Lord Kalbhairava has bestowed upon you. Reciting Ashtakam is a powerful way to show your devotion to Lord Kalbhairava and get his blessings.
Kalabhairava Ashtakam Lyrics in Hindi & English with meaning
Verse-01
देवताओं के राजाओं द्वारा सेवित पवित्र चरणकमल
सर्प की बलि का धागा चंद्रमा का शिखर है, और यह दयालु है।
नारद जैसे योगियों के यजमानों द्वारा दिगंबर की पूजा की जाती है
मैं काशिकपुराधिनाथ कालभैरव की पूजा करता हूं।
Deva-Raaja-Sevyamaana-Paavana-Angghri-Pankajam
Vyaala-Yajnya-Suutram-Indu-Shekharam Krpaakaram |
Naarada-[A]adi-Yogi-Vrnda-Vanditam Digambaram
Kaashikaa-Pura-Adhinaatha-Kaalabhairavam Bhaje ||1||
Salutations to the Supreme Lord Kalabhairava of Kasi, whose lotus flower is revered by Lord Indra, the king of the gods; He who has a snake like a sacrificial thread, has the moon on his head and is very kind; who is praised by Narada, the sage of the gods, and other yogis; One who is a Digambara wears the sky as his garment, a symbol of his independent being.
Verse-02
करोड़ों सूर्यों की चमक सत्ता के सागर का तारा है
उसकी नीली गर्दन और तीन आंखें हैं और वह मनोवांछित फल देता है।
काल, काल, कमल नयन, फरसा-भाला, पत्र
मैं काशिकपुराधिनाथ कालभैरव की पूजा करता हूं।
Bhaanu-Kotti-Bhaasvaram Bhavaabdhi-Taarakam Param
Niila-Kannttham-Iipsita-Artha-Daayakam Trilocanam |
Kaala-Kaalam-Ambuja-Akssam-Akssa-Shuulam-Akssaram
Kaashikaa-Pura-Adhinaatha-Kaalabhairavam Bhaje ||2||
Salutations to the Supreme Lord Kalabhairava of Kasi, who has the effulgence of millions of suns, who protects the devotees from the cycle of rebirths, and who is the Supreme; Who has a blue throat, who grants our wishes and who has three eyes; Who himself is death for death and whose eyes are like lotuses; Whose trident supports the world and who is immortal.
Verse-03
भाले, टैंक, रस्सी, छड़, हाथ आदि का कारण
काले शरीर वाले मूल देवता शब्दांश और उपचार करने वाले हैं।
भयानक पराक्रम के देवता और अजीब नृत्यों के शौकीन
मैं काशिकपुराधिनाथ कालभैरव की पूजा करता हूं।
Shuula-Tanka-Paasha-Danndda-Paannim-Aadi-Kaarannam
Shyaama-Kaayam-Aadi-Devam-Akssaram Nir-Aamayam |
Bhiimavikramam Prabhum Vichitra-Taannddava-Priyam
Kaashikaa-Pura-Adhinaatha-Kaalabhairavam Bhaje ||3||
Obeisance to the Supreme Lord Kalbhairava of Kashi, who holds in his hands the trident, the matka, the noose and the team; Whose body is dark, who is the primordial Lord, who is immortal and free from the diseases of the world; One who is very powerful and who likes the wonderful Tandava dance.
Verse-04
भुक्तिमुक्तिदायकम् प्रशस्तचारुविग्रहम्
वे अपने भक्तों के प्रति स्नेही हैं और सभी लोकों के अवतार हैं।
उसने एक आकर्षक सुनहरे मनके वाला कमरबंद पहना था
मैं काशिकपुराधिनाथ कालभैरव की पूजा करता हूं।
Bhukti-Mukti-Daayakam Prashasta-Caaru-Vigraham
Bhakta-Vatsalam Sthitam Samasta-Loka-Vigraham |
Vi-Nikvannan-Manojnya-Hema-Kinkinnii-Lasat-Kattim
Kaashikaa-Pura-Adhinaatha-Kaalabhairavam Bhaje ||4||
Salutations to Kalabhairava, the Supreme Lord of Kasi, who bestows both desire and salvation, whose beautiful appearance; Who is affectionate to His devotees, who is established as the deity of all the worlds; who wears a golden belt around his waist with bells that make a melodious sound as he moves.
Verse-05
यह धर्म के सेतु की रक्षा करता है और अधर्म के मार्ग को नष्ट करता है
वह सर्वशक्तिमान है, जो हमें कर्म की रस्सियों से मुक्त करता है और हमें अच्छी शांति देता है।
सुनहरी शेष रस्सियों से सुशोभित अंगों का एक घेरा
मैं काशिकपुराधिनाथ कालभैरव की पूजा करता हूं।
Dharma-Setu-Paalakam Tva-Adharma-Maarga-Naashakam Karma-Paasha-Mocakam Su-Sharma-Daayakam Vibhum |
Svarnna-Varnna-Shessa-Paasha-Shobhitaangga-Mannddalam
Kaashikaa-Pura-Adhinaatha-Kaalabhairavam Bhaje ||5||
Salutations to Kalbhairava, the Supreme Lord of Kashi, who ensures that dharma (righteousness) prevails, who destroys the path of Adharma (unrighteousness); who saves us from the bonds of karma, thereby liberating our soul; And whose body is surrounded by golden snakes.
Verse-06
राम के दो चरण रत्नमय पादुकाओं की शोभा से युक्त हैं
वह नित्य, अद्वितीय, प्रिय और समस्त कामनाओं से रहित है।
मृत्यु के अभिमान को नष्ट कर, भयानक विषाद को मुक्त कर
मैं काशिकपुराधिनाथ कालभैरव की पूजा करता हूं।
Ratna-Paadukaa-Prabhaabhi-Raama-Paada-Yugmakam
Nityam-Advitiiyam-Isstta-Daivatam Niramjanam |
Mrtyu-Darpa-Naashanam Karaala-Damssttra-Mokssannam
Kaashikaa-Pura-Adhinaatha-Kaalabhairavam Bhaje ||6||
Salutations to the Supreme Lord Kalabhairava of Kashi, whose feet are adorned with two golden sandal stones with jewels; Who is Eternal, Advaita Ishta Devata (God who bestows our desires); who destroys the pride of Yama (god of death); Whose terrible teeth set us free.
Verse-07
अत्तहसभिन्नपद्मजंदकोशसंतिम
दृष्टि और कठोर नियम से पाप का जाल नष्ट हो जाता है।
अष्टसिद्धिदायकम् कपालमालिकाधरम
मैं काशिकपुराधिनाथ कालभैरव की पूजा करता हूं।
Atttta-Haasa-Bhinna-Padmaja-Anndda-Kosha-Samtatim
Drsstti-Paata-Nasstta-Paapa-Jaalam-Ugra-Shaasanam |
Asstta-Siddhi-Daayakam Kapaala-Maalikaa-Dharam
Kaashikaa-Pura-Adhinaatha-Kaalabhairavam Bhaje ||7||
Salutations to Kalabhairava, the Supreme Lord of Kashi, whose loud roar destroys the veil of creation (ie the illusion of our mind) of the lotus-born Brahma; Whose sight is sufficient to destroy all our sins; who gives us the eight siddhis (achievements); And the one who wears the garland of skulls.
Verse-08
भूतों के यजमान का नेता और महान यश देने वाला
वह सर्वशक्तिमान है जो काशी में पवित्र और पाप कर्मों की दुनिया को शुद्ध करता है।
दुनिया के प्राचीन स्वामी, जो नैतिकता का मार्ग जानते थे
मैं काशिकपुराधिनाथ कालभैरव की पूजा करता हूं।
Bhuuta-Samgha-Naayakam Vishaala-Kiirti-Daayakam
Kaashi-Vaasa-Loka-Punnya-Paapa-Shodhakam Vibhum |
Niiti-Maarga-Kovidam Puraatanam Jagatpatim
Kaashikaapuraadhinaathakaalabhairavam Bhaje ||8||
Salutations to Kalbhairava, the Supreme Lord of Kasi, who is the leader of demons and demons, who bestows glory; Who frees the people of Kashi from their sins and pious deeds; Who guides us to the path of righteousness, who is the most ancient (eternal) Lord of the universe.
जो रमणीय कालभैरव अष्टकम का पाठ करते हैं
ज्ञान मुक्ति का साधन है और अद्भुत गुणों को बढ़ाता है।
यह दु:ख, मोह, दरिद्रता, लोभ, क्रोध और कष्टों का नाश करता है
पुरुष निश्चित रूप से कालभैरव के चरणों की उपस्थिति में जाते हैं।
Kaalabhairavaassttakam Patthamti Ye Manoharam
Jnyaana-Mukti-Saadhanam Vicitra-Punnya-Vardhanam |
Shoka-Moha-Dainya-Lobha-Kopa-Taapa-Naashanam
Prayaanti Kaalabhairava-Amghri-Sannidhim Naraa Dhruvam ||9||
Salutations to the Supreme Lord Kalbhairava of Kashi. One who recites these eight verses of Kalbhairava Ashtakam, which is beautiful, which is the source of knowledge and liberation, which promotes various forms of goodness in one, which destroys sorrow, addiction, poverty, greed, anger, and heat - (after death) Lord Kalbhairava (Lord Shiva) will gain feet.
Kalabhairava Ashtakam is an ancient Sanskrit prayer. It is chanted to bring about peace, prosperity, and safety. It is said to bring peace of mind, emotional balance, and spiritual fulfillment to those who are going through a difficult time or struggling with negative emotions. It is also thought to bring good luck and success, as well as an increase in knowledge and understanding and financial stability. Finally, it is said to protect against evil, misfortune, and negative energies, as well as to bring good health, luck, and divine intervention.