कालभैरव अष्टोत्तर शतनामावली — Word-by-Word Meaning
कालभैरव अष्टोत्तर शतनामावली
Every Sanskrit word explained in English
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Complete Translation
भगवान शिव के उग्र रक्षक स्वरूप व काल के स्वामी भगवान कालभैरव के १०८ नाम, प्रत्येक “ॐ” व “नमः” सहित — भक्तों के रक्षक व भय-नाशक रूप में पूजित।
Origin & History
Source: Traditional
Author: Traditional
Period: Classical
The Kala Bhairava Ashtottara Shatanamavali is a traditional garland of the 108 names of Kala Bhairava. The 108 names of Lord Kala Bhairava, the fierce guardian form of Lord Shiva and lord of time — each chanted with “Om” and “namaḥ”, invoked as the protector of devotees and remover of fear.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Kala Bhairava Ashtottara Shatanamavali?▼
The 108 names of Lord Kala Bhairava, the fierce guardian form of Lord Shiva and lord of time — each chanted with “Om” and “namaḥ”, invoked as the protector of devotees and remover of fear.
How is an Ashtottara Shatanamavali chanted?▼
It is chanted as an archana: each of the 108 names is recited with “Om” (ॐ) before it and “namaḥ” (नमः) after it, while offering a flower or a pinch of kumkum at the deity’s feet for each name. The complete garland of 108 names is offered in one sitting, especially on Mondays and during Maha Shivaratri and Shravan.
What does “Ashtottara Shatanamavali” mean?▼
“Ashtottara-shata” means “a hundred and eight” (108) and “namavali” means “a garland of names”. So it is the sacred list of the 108 names of Kala Bhairava, each a name of praise and meditation.
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