Shri Bhairav Chalisa
Fear removal, protection from tantra obstacles, protection from negative energy, divine grace
Shri Ganpati Guru Gauri Pad,
Prem sahit dhari matha.
Chalisa vandan karo,
Shri Shiv Bhairavnath.
Shri Bhairav sankat haran,
Mangal karan kripal.
Shyam varan vikral vapu,
Lochan laal vishal.
॥ Chaupai ॥
Jai Jai Shri Kaali ke Laala,
Jayati Jayati Kashi-Kotwala.
Jayati Batuk-Bhairav bhay haari,
Jayati Kaal-Bhairav balkaari.
Jayati Nath-Bhairav vikhyata,
Jayati Sarv-Bhairav sukhdata.
Bhairav roop kiyo Shiv dharan,
Bhav ke bhaar utaaran kaaran.
Bhairav rav suni havai bhay doori,
Sab vidhi hoy kaamna poori.
Shesh Mahesh aadi gun gaayo,
Kashi-Kotwal kehlayo.
Jata joot shir chandra virajat,
Baala mukut bijayath saajat.
Kati kardhani ghunghroo baajat,
Darshan karat sakal bhay bhaajat.
Jeevan daan daas ko deenhyo,
Keenhyo kripa Nath tab cheenhyo.
Vasi rasna bani Saarad-Kaali,
Deenhyo var rakhyo mam laali.
Dhanya dhanya Bhairav bhay bhanjan,
Jai manranjan khal dal bhanjan.
Kar trishul damru shuchi koda,
Kripa kataksh suyash nahin thoda.
Jo Bhairav nirbhay gun gaavat,
Ashtasiddhi nav nidhi phal paavat.
Roop vishal kathin dukh mochan,
Krodh karal laal duhun lochan.
Aganit bhoot pret sang dolat,
Bam Bam Bam Shiv Bam Bam bolat.
Rudrakay Kaali ke Laala,
Maha Kaalahu ke ho Kaala.
Batuk Nath ho Kaal gambheera,
Shwet rakt aru Shyam shareera.
Karat teenhun roop prakasha,
Bharat subhaktan kah shubh aasha.
Ratna jadit kanchan singhasan,
Vyaghra charm shuchi naram suaanan.
Tumahi jaai Kashihin jan dhyaavahin,
Vishwanath kah darshan paavahin.
Jai Prabhu sanhaarak Sunand Jai,
Jai Unnat Har Uma Nand Jai.
Bheem Trilochan swaan saath Jai,
Vaijnath Shri Jagatnath Jai.
Maha Bheem bheeshan shareer Jai,
Rudra Trayambak dheer veer Jai.
Ashwanath Jai Pretnath Jai,
Swanaarudh Saychandra Nath Jai.
Nimish Digambar Chakranath Jai,
Gahat anaathan Nath haath Jai.
Treshlesh Bhootesh Chandra Jai,
Krodh Vats Amresh Nand Jai.
Shri Vaman Nakulesh Chand Jai,
Krityaau kirti prachand Jai.
Rudra Batuk Krodhesh Kaaldhar,
Chakra Tund Dash Paanivyaal Dhar.
Kari mad paan Shambhu gun gaavat,
Chausath Yogin sang nachaavat.
Karat kripa jan par bahu dhanga,
Kashi Kotwal adabanga.
Dey Kaal Bhairav jab sota,
Nasai paap mota se mota.
Janakar nirmal hoy shareera,
Mitai sakal sankat bhav peera.
Shri Bhairav bhooton ke Raja,
Baadha harat karat shubh kaaja.
Ailadi ke dukh nivarayo,
Sada kripa kari kaaj samhaarayo.
Sundar Das sahit anuraga,
Shri Durvasa nikat Prayaga.
Shri Bhairav ji ki Jai lekhyo,
Sakal kaamna pooran dekhyo.
॥ Doha ॥
Jai Jai Jai Bhairav Batuk,
Swami sankat taar,
Kripa daas par kijiye,
Shankar ke avtaar.
Jo yah Chalisa padhe,
Prem sahit sat baar,
Us ghar sarvanand ho,
Vaibhav badhe apaar.
About Shri Bhairav Chalisa
The Chalisa beautifully distinguishes between his different manifestations: Batuk Bhairav, the gentle child form, and Kaal Bhairav, the powerful destroyer of fear, negativity, and time itself, alongside Nath Bhairav and Sarv Bhairav. It describes his loyal vehicle, the dog, symbolizing vigilance and loyalty, and his divine cosmic dance with the 64 Yoginis after drinking sacred wine (mad), reflecting his command over powerful cosmic forces. The hymn lists an extraordinary chain of his names and forms — from Trilochan (three-eyed) to Chakranath, Pretnath and Bhootesh — each representing a different aspect of his protective and fierce nature.
The Chalisa also briefly recalls his compassionate intervention in resolving the troubles of his devotee Ailadi, reflecting his accessible, family-oriented grace even within his fearsome form.
According to Vedic astrology, the regular recitation of Shri Bhairav Chalisa is considered highly beneficial for reducing the adverse effects of Rahu, Ketu, and Saturn (Shani), removing negative energies, evil influences, and unseen obstacles. Devotees also believe it helps overcome enemies, legal disputes, and financial difficulties while bringing protection, peace, and prosperity.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Question: Why is Lord Bhairav called "Kashi Kotwal"?
Answer: The Chalisa describes him as the guardian deity and protector (Kotwal, meaning chief of police) of the holy city of Kashi (Varanasi), responsible for maintaining order and dispensing justice there.
Question: What is the difference between Batuk Bhairav and Kaal Bhairav in this Chalisa?
Answer: The Chalisa describes Batuk Bhairav as the gentle child form, while Kaal Bhairav represents the fierce, time-destroying aspect — together with Nath Bhairav and Sarv Bhairav, the hymn names all these manifestations.
Question: What is the significance of the 64 Yoginis mentioned in this Chalisa?
Answer: The Chalisa describes Lord Bhairav dancing in divine ecstasy with the 64 Yoginis, symbolizing his command over powerful cosmic feminine energies.
Question: Why does the Chalisa mention Bhairav''s dog (swan) companion?
Answer: The dog is described as his loyal vehicle and companion, symbolizing vigilance, loyalty, and his role as a protector who guards against evil at all times.
Question: What astrological doshas is Bhairav worship believed to help with?
Answer: Regular recitation is believed to reduce the adverse effects of Rahu, Ketu, and Saturn (Shani), along with removing negative energies and unseen obstacles.
Question: When should the Bhairav Chalisa be recited?
Answer: Sunday evening or night, and especially on Kalashtami (the monthly Krishna Paksha Ashtami), after lighting a mustard oil lamp, is considered most auspicious.
