Kala Bhairava Gayatri Mantra is a unique and powerful mantra to invoke Lord Kala Bhairava, who is symbolised as the guardian of time (kala) and the one who wards off fear, negativity, and obstacles.
Regarded as one of the powerful mantras to do sadhana on Lord Kala Bhairava, it is said to help devotees gain strength, spiritual clarity, and protection from unseen energies.
Kala Bhairava Gayatri Mantra with Meaning
ॐ कालकालाय विद्महे
कालभैरवाय धीमहि
तन्नो भैरवः प्रचोदयात् II
Oṃ Kālakālāya Vidmahe
Kālabhairavāya Dhīmahi
Tanno Bhairavaḥ Pracodayāt II
Meaning: Om, we meditate upon the Supreme One who is the controller of time, Kalakala.
We contemplate upon the divine Lord Kalabhairava, who governs and transcends time.
May that Lord Bhairava guide and awaken our intellect.
Kala Bhairava Gayatri Mantra Meaning (Word-by-Word)
Om — I meditate upon the primordial cosmic sound Om
Kalakalaya — The One who is the controller of time
Vidmahe — We contemplate upon you
Kalabhairavaya — To the Lord Kala Bhairava, (the Lord who governs and transcends time)
Dhimahi — We meditate upon you
Tanno — May You
Bhairavah — Lord Bhairava
Prachodayat — Awaken our intellect
Benefits of Kala Bhairava Gayatri Mantra
Reciting the Kala Bhairava Gayatri Mantra invokes Lord Kalabhairava, the fierce guardian of time whose presence dispels negative energies and wandering spirits.
Even the utterance of His sacred name is believed to shield devotees from unseen challenges.
Chanting this mantra with sincerity purifies the mind, removes evil thoughts, and brings clarity, courage, and spiritual protection.
It is believed that reciting this mantra, especially on Kalashtami and Kaal Bhairav Jayanti, is highly auspicious for devotees. Bringing divine grace and protection of Lord Kala Bhairava, as well as bestowing a favourable time ahead.
