Bhairav Worship and Significance
Bhairav Worship and Significance
Lyrics with Meaning
View lyrics page →Introduction to Bhairav
Original
जय जय भैरव देवा । शंकर स्वरूपा ।
Transliteration
Jaya jaya Bhairava deva. Shankara svarupa.
Meaning / Translation
Glory to Lord Bhairava, the embodiment of Lord Shiva.
Bhairav's Cosmic Form
Original
त्रिनयन, त्रिशूल धर, भस्म लेपन विभूषित ।
Transliteration
Trinayana, trishula dhar, bhasma lepan vibhushit.
Meaning / Translation
With three eyes, holding a trident, adorned with ashes.
Invoking Bhairav's Protection
Original
भैरवास्त्रक्षमापय, मामुद्धर पातकानि ।
Transliteration
Bhairavastarakshamapaya, mam uddhara patakanii.
Meaning / Translation
Protect me with your weapon, O Bhairava, and save me from my sins.
Bhairav as Guardian of Time
Original
कालभैरव कल्याणी, कष्टनिवारण प्रभु ।
Transliteration
Kalabhairava kalyani, kashtanivaran prabhu.
Meaning / Translation
Lord Bhairava, the benevolent one, who removes hardships.
Seeking Refuge in Bhairav
Original
तव चरण कमलों में, मम शरणागति ।
Transliteration
Tava charana kamalon me, mama sharanagati.
Meaning / Translation
I take refuge in your lotus feet.