Kalabhairav Jayanti

The appearance day of Kala Bhairava, the fierce guardian form of Shiva, on the Ashtami of the waning fortnight of Margashirsha. Devotees fast, keep a night vigil and worship at Bhairava shrines, notably Kashi where he is the city's kotwal.

Also known as Kaal Bhairav Jayanti · Kalashtami Jayanti · Bhairava Ashtami · Kala Bhairava Ashtami