Sri Kala Bhairava is fearsome of Lord Shiva. He is the protector of city of Kasi (Benares). Once Brahma insulted Lord Shiva and his fifth head teasingly laughed at Lord Shiva. From Lord Shiva came out the Kala Bhairava who tore off the fifth head of Lord Brahma. To keep away the sin (Decapitated head of Brahma) of beheading Lord Brahma, which is chasing him, Kala Bhairava entered the city of Kasi. The sin could not enter the city. kalabhairava was made as the protector of Kasi. he rides on a dog. A pilgrimage to Kasi[3] is not supposed to be complete without visiting the temple of Kalabhairava.
Lord Bhairava is the Lord of march of time, destroyer of time.Kala Bhairava Ashtakam composed by Shri Adi Shankaracharya is devoted to in Kala Bhairava. Kalabhairava would solve most of the problems which are pending for a long time. Those who wish to improve their time management skills also may worship him. Persons having malefic planets in the birth lagna (time) or in transit, worshipping Kala Bhairava is effective to reduce their negative effects. According to Indian Astrology worshipping Bhairav is helpful for those suffering from the malefic effects of Rahu in the horoscope. Bhairav is also a friend of Shani. Lord Bhairav, also like the Goddess Kali,is worshipped by Yogis and Tantriks to gain Siddhis. There's a shrine for Lord Kaala Bhairava in most Siva temples. He is a very easy to please and can be worshipped by offering Coconut, Flowers, Sindoor, Mustard oil, black til etc. Feeding and taking care of dogs is another way of showing our devotion to Lord Kala Bhairava. Bhairava himself has eight manifestations, Kala Bhairava, Asitanga Bhairava, Samhara Bhairava, Ruru Bhairava, Krodha Bhairava, Kapala Bhairava, Rudra Bhirava and Unmatta Bhairava.
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