He protects his devotees from from enemies like greed, anger and lust. According to legend, this form of Lord Shiva destroys fear. Kaal Bhairav has great significance in Hinduism. Kaal Bhairav Jayanti: Date and timeĪshtami Tithi begins at 6:47 pm on December 7Īshtami Tithi ends at 5:17 pm on December 8 Significance of Kaal Bhairav Jayanti
Devotees of Kaal Bhairava make halwa puri as offering, especially on Saturdays to seek his blessings. Since Kaal Bhairava is seated on a dog, devotees also feed stray dogs. People worship Kaal Bhairav for courage and happiness. Kaal Bhairav is believed to be the form of Lord Shiva who is easily pleased with simple offerings. Kaal Bhairav Jayanti is also known as Kaal Bhairav Ashtami.
Kaal Bhairav, a fierce form of Shiva associated with annihilation. Every year on Margashirsha (the month after Kartik in the Hindu calendar) Krishna Paksha, Kaal Bhairav Jayanti is celebrated. Kaal Bhairav Jayanti this year will be observed on December 7. Kaal Bhairav Jayanti is an auspicious and significant day for devotees of Lord Shiva.