Kalashtami of Jyeshtha month
Kalashtami : A holy festival which is celebrated on the Ashtami date of Krishna Paksha of Jyeshtha month . On this day , Kaal Bhairav form of Lord Shiva is worshipped.
Importance of Kalashtami
- Blessings of Kaal Bhairav : By worshiping Lord Kaal Bhairav on the day of Kalashtami, one gets his blessings.
- Freedom from negative powers : By observing fast and worshiping on this day, one gets freedom from all types of negative powers, fear and enemies.
- Freedom from diseases : By performing puja with true heart, one gets relief from diseases also.
- Happiness and prosperity : All the family members also live a healthy and happy life.
kalashtami 2024
- Date : 3 March 2024
- Ashtami start : 03 March, 08:44 AM
- Ashtami ends : March 04, 08:49 AM
Auspicious time of Kalashtami
- Brahma Muhurta : 04:41 AM to 05:30 AM
- Morning and evening : 05:06 am to 06:20 am
- Abhijit Muhurta : 11:47 am to 12:34 pm
- Vijay Muhurta : 02:07 pm to 02:54 pm
- Twilight time : 05:58 pm to 06:23 pm
- Evening : 06:01 pm to 07:14 pm
- Amrit Kaal : 04:59 AM to 06:40 AM on March 03
Special Yoga :
- Tripushkar Yoga : From 07:53 AM to 02:42 PM
- Ravi Yoga : 06.20 am to 02.42 pm
kalashtami puja method
- Bath : Take bath before sunrise.
- Resolution : Take a resolution to observe Kalashtami fast.
- Worship : Sit facing east or north. Offer black sandalwood, Akshat, black flowers, incense, naivedya etc. to Lord Kaal Bhairav.
- Aarti : Perform the Aarti of Lord Kaal Bhairav with camphor or cow ghee lamp.
- Mantra : Chant the mantra ‘Om Hreem Bhairavaya Namah’.
- Arghya : Fill a copper vessel with clean water and add black sandalwood, Akshat and black colored flowers in it. While chanting the mantra ‘Om Hreem Bhairavaya Namah’, offer Arghya to Lord Kaal Bhairav.
Do these things on the day of Kalashtami
- Food to dogs : Feed food to a black dog because black dog is considered to be the vehicle of Lord Kaal Bhairav.
- Food to Brahmins : Brahmins at Hindu pilgrimage places like Kashi
What not to do on Kalashtami? (Things to Avoid on Kalashtami)
On the holy festival of Kalashtami, it is important to keep some things in mind, which should be avoided:
- Do not consume meat, alcohol and tamasic food : Those observing fast on the day of Kalashtami should not consume meat, alcohol and tamasic food. Eat satvik food.
- Avoid anger and violence : Stay away from anger and violence on this holy day. Maintain peace and adopt positive thoughts.
- Do not speak untruth : Speak the truth and do not harm anyone.
- Maintain purity : Keep the place of worship and yourself clean.
Popular Practices on Kaalashtami
Some popular events are also seen on Kalashtami day, which include:
- Special worship in temples : Lord Kaal Bhairav is especially worshiped in Shiva temples. Devotees perform Jalabhishek to the Lord and chant mantras to seek His blessings.
- Astrological rituals : Astrological rituals are also performed in some areas, which aim to reduce inauspicious effects and transmit positive energy.
- Bhandara (Food Distribution) : Bhandara is also organized at some places, where food is distributed to the poor and needy.
Conclusion of Kaalashtami
Kalashtami ends after sunrise the next day. Devotees observing fast take food only after sunrise. Charity also has special importance on this day.
The festival of Kalashtami is a golden opportunity to get the blessings of Lord Kaal Bhairav and bring happiness and prosperity in life. Come, let us celebrate this holy festival with reverence and devotion and receive the blessings of Lord Kaal Bhairav.
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