Kal Bhairav Kashi

Bhairava Ashtami Sadhana

Preparation

  1. 1 Sit in a quiet place.
  2. 2 Perform Achamana as per the standard method.
  3. 3 Light a diya (ghee, mustard oil, or sesame oil) and incense (agarbatti/dhoop).
  4. 4 Take Sankalpa for your connection with Bhairava and his Anughara on you to do his Sadhana — "Never ask for material things, as connecting with Him will bring all fortune into your life. Your only prayer should be, 'I seek only You in my life.'"

Japa Process

• Meditate on Guru Swaroopa, Bhairava and begin chanting.

• After completing Japa, mentally offer it to the deity using this mantra:

"ॐ भैरवाय सर्वार्पणं नमः"
"Om Bhairavāya Sarvārpanam Namah"
Meaning: O Bhairava, I surrender all my efforts and time to You.

• Chant this before or after any sadhana, work, or daily activities to dedicate your actions to Him.

Offering (Prasadham) – Optional

• If offering bhog, place a disposable plate with sweets or preferred items in front during Japa.

• Check below for details on Prasadham (Dos and Don'ts).

Japa & Ashtakam Count

Main Mantra
ॐ भैरवाय नमः
(Om Bhairavaya Namah)

📿 Japa Count

  • Minimum: 11 malas (1 mala = 108 chants)
  • More counts can be done as per capacity.

🕉️ Kaal Bhairava Ashtakam

  • Recite at least 05 times along with Japa.
  • Japa can be done in multiple sessions during the Ashtami period.

Timings

📅 Perform on Krishna Ashtami Tithi (Check Panchanga or dates will be shared in group).
⏰ Check exact timings for your location on drikpanchang.com.

Sankalpa

You may state it in your own words or use this:

Mantra for Bhairava's Grace
"ॐ हं षं नं गं भैरवाय नमः"
"Om Ham Sham Nam Gam Bhairavaya Namah"
Meaning: I bow to Bhairava, the divine protector, and seek His grace for strength, wisdom, and auspiciousness in my life.
Note: You can chant this mantra after taking Sankalpa to invoke His divine blessings. (Don't use this mantra for Japa as it's only used for Sankalpa)

Suggested Prasadham Options and Why

1 Jaggery & Jaggery Sweets

Why Offer? Jaggery represents purity and energy. It is said to please Bhairava and bring success.

Examples: Gud (Jaggery), Gud Laddoo, Gud-based Kheer.

2 Urad Dal Dishes

Why Offer? Urad dal (black gram) is linked to Shani (Saturn), which affects karma. Since Bhairava controls planetary influences, Urad dal helps balance negative effects.

Examples: Urad Dal Vada, Dal Khichdi, Urad Dal Halwa

3 Imarti/Jalebi

Why Offer? Their spiral shape represents time (Kaal), which Bhairava rules. They also symbolize joy and good fortune.

4 Gulab Jamun or Laddoo

Why Offer? Sweets represent devotion and the blessings of Bhairava.

5 Tangy & Spicy Foods

Why Offer? These foods help calm Bhairava's fierce energy and invite His protection.

Examples: Lemon Rice, Tamarind Rice, With Pickles is good

6 Black Sesame (Til) & Mustard

Why Offer? These ingredients are used in rituals for protection from negative energies.

Examples: Black sesame laddoos, til-gud chikki.

7 Coconut & Dry Fruits

Why Offer? They symbolize prosperity and completeness, seeking Bhairava's blessings for abundance.

How to Offer Bhog to Bhairava

📍 Where to Place It? After prayer or mantra chanting, keep the food outside at a crossroads (Chauraha) or under a tree.
🚫 Do Not Eat It: This offering is meant for unseen energies, spirits, or dogs, not for personal consumption.
🐕 Feeding Dogs: Bhairava is closely linked to dogs. Feeding them is considered a direct offering to Him.
By offering these foods with Love, Surrender, faith and devotion, you can seek Bhairava's protection, wisdom, and blessings in life.
⚠️ Important: Avoid items with grapes, raisins, or chocolate, as they are harmful to dogs.

Mala Recommendation

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Only Rudraksha mala is ideal, but you can continue using your existing mala.

Note Sadhana Guidelines

🔱 Can also be undertaken as a Mandala Sadhana (48 Days) for deeper spiritual transformation.
📅 To be performed strictly on Ashtami Tithi (Krishna Paksha), or Start on Any Sunday (Overcoming karmic blocks), or Tuesday (For Strength & Power) or New Moon (Amavasya) (Removing negative influences), Chaturdashi (14th Tithi) Intense sadhana – This has to be done with Guru Guidance
📿 Mala Japa: 45, 54 or 108 malas for best results.
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May Bhairava's grace illuminate your path!

॥ ॐ भैरवाय नमः ॐ कामाख्यै नमः ॥