Kalabhairava Ashtakam

Kalabhairava Ashtakam is a devotional hymn composed by the great poet Adi Shankaracharya, extolling the virtues and power of Lord Kalabhairava, a fierce form of Lord Shiva. Kalabhairava is revered as the deity who governs time and is believed to have the ability to control the flow of time itself. Each verse of this hymn emphasizes the significance of Lord Kalabhairava in freeing devotees from fears and guiding them toward a righteous path.

Reciting this Ashtakam is believed to remove all obstacles and bring blessings of prosperity and peace. Chanting it at sacred places like Varanasi, the abode of Lord Kalabhairava, is said to offer great spiritual benefits. Kalabhairava is considered the deity who bestows wisdom, courage, and wealth upon his devotees. Reciting this hymn with devotion brings tranquility to the mind and strengthens the faith of the devotee, ensuring divine protection and blessings.