Kalashtami 2020: History, significance and importance of this festival

Kalashtami is one of most important festivals amongst Hindu Devotees. festival Kalashtami is dedicated to Lord Bhairav. It is celebrated on eighth day during waning phase of moon. On 8th day after Astani Tithi, it is considered as most favourable day to seek blessings of Lord Bhairav. Re history and significance of this auspicious day which will be celebrated on May 14, 2020.

History and Significance of Kalashtami  

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It was believed that once during discussion between Lord Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh, Lord Shiva got angry due to comments passed by Lord Brahma. Some say Kaal Bhairav is fierce avatar of Lord Shiva.

It is said that Lord Shiva took avatar of Mahakaleshwar and cut 5th he of Lord Brahma. Since n, devotees also worship Kaal Bhairav avatar of Lord Shiva. People thus worship Lord to refrain him from getting angry and stay safe from Lord’s anger.

significance of Kalashtami is mentioned in one of Puranas. itya Purana is said to be main deity who worships Lord Kaal Bhairav. According to Hindi mythology, Kaal means time and Bhairav means manifestation of Lord Shiva.

Thus, Kaal Bhairav is kwn as God of Time. This day is considered very auspicious for devotees of Lord Siva and y celebrate and worship Lord Bhairav with devotion.

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How to celebrate Kalashtami?

Kalashtami is an important day for devotees of Lord Shiva and here are a few rituals to follow to celebrate this day:

• Wake up before sunrise and take an early bath.

• Perform a special pooja for Kaal Bhairav and seek blessings and forgiveness for all your sins.

• You can also observe fast on this day to be blessed with prosperity, happiness and success in life.

• Donate food, clos and money to brahmins.

• Some even believe in feeding black dog who is considered vehicle of Lord Bhairav. You can feed m milk, curd and sweets.

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