Doha
I bow my head with love at the feet of Lord Ganapati, Guru, and Gauri.
I begin this recitation of the Chalisa while worshipping Lord Shiva Bhairavnath.
Meaning: I humbly bow to the feet of Lord Ganesh, Guru, and Goddess Gauri with love, and I begin chanting the Chalisa while offering my devotion to Lord Shiva Bhairavnath.
Chaupai
Lord Bhairav, the remover of obstacles, the doer of good, and the compassionate one.
You have a dark complexion, a terrifying form, and your large red eyes are immensely powerful.
Meaning: O Lord Bhairav, you are the remover of obstacles, the bringer of auspiciousness, and full of compassion. Your body is dark in color, your form is fierce, and your large red eyes are immensely impactful.
Hail to the beloved son of Kali,
Hail to the guardian of Kashi.
Meaning: Hail to the beloved son of Goddess Kali! Victory to the guardian of Kashi!
Victory to Bhairav, the one who dispels fear.
Victory to Kaal Bhairav, the one who grants strength.
Meaning: Victory to Bhairav, the one who removes fear, and to Kaal Bhairav, who gives strength.
Victory to Lord Bhairav, known for his fame.
Victory to all Bhairavs, the bestowers of happiness.
Meaning: Victory to Lord Bhairav, whose fame is widespread, and victory to all Bhairavs who bring joy to everyone.
Lord Bhairav assumed the form of Shiva to alleviate the burden of the world.
Meaning: Lord Shiva took on the form of Bhairav to eradicate the sufferings of the world.
Hearing the sound of Bhairav’s name, all fears are dispelled,
and every wish is fulfilled.
Meaning: Chanting Lord Bhairav's name removes all fear and fulfills every desire.
The praises of Lord Bhairav have been sung by Shesh and Mahesh.
He is known as the guardian of Kashi.
Meaning: Lord Bhairav’s virtues have been praised by Lord Shesh and Lord Mahesh. He is famous as the protector of Kashi.
The moon adorns his matted hair,
and a crown beautifies his head.
Meaning: The moon shines on his matted locks, and a crown adorns his head.
On his waist, bells chime,
and seeing him, all fears vanish.
Meaning: Bells ring from the waistband of Bhairav, and the sight of him dispels all fears.
He granted life to his devotee,
and with his grace, his form was revealed.
Meaning: He gave life to his devotees, and through his grace, they recognized his divine form.
By his grace, Saraswati and Kali reside in speech,
and he has bestowed blessings, preserving his devotees’ honor.
Meaning: With his grace, Goddess Saraswati and Kali reside in his devotee's speech. By bestowing blessings, he elevates the honor of his devotees.
Bhairav, the destroyer of fear, is praised.
Victory to the delight of the mind and the destroyer of evil.
Meaning: Lord Bhairav, the destroyer of fear, is glorious. He delights the mind and vanquishes evil.
He holds a trident, drum, and pure rod in his hands.
His compassionate glance brings great fame.
Meaning: In his hands, Bhairav holds a trident, drum, and rod. His compassionate glance grants immense fame.
Those who sing the praises of Bhairav without fear,
attain the eight siddhis and nine treasures.
Meaning: Those who sing the praises of Bhairav fearlessly receive the eight siddhis and nine treasures.
His vast form destroys even the greatest of sorrows,
and his wrathful red eyes annihilate evil.
Meaning: His vast form removes the greatest of sorrows, and his angry red eyes destroy evil.
Countless spirits and ghosts accompany him,
chanting “Bam Bam Bam” in unison.
Meaning: Countless spirits and ghosts follow him, chanting “Bam Bam Bam.”
Rudra-like in form, the beloved of Kali,
stronger than even Mahakal.
Meaning: His form is like that of Rudra, and he is the beloved of Kali, more powerful than Mahakal.
When Lord Bhairav strikes with his rod,
even the greatest sins are erased.
Meaning: When Lord Bhairav strikes with his rod, even the heaviest sins are destroyed.
Through his grace, the body becomes pure,
and all worldly troubles and suffering are eradicated.
Meaning: His grace purifies the body and removes all worldly sufferings.
Lord Bhairav is the king of all spirits,
removing all obstacles and ensuring the success of righteous deeds.
Meaning: Lord Bhairav, the king of spirits, removes obstacles and ensures the success of noble deeds.
He relieved the suffering of Ailadi and others,
always managing his devotees’ affairs with grace.
Meaning: He removed the suffering of Ailadi and other devotees, always taking care of their needs with his grace.
With great affection, he was close to Sunder Das,
and he made Rishi Durvasa happy in Prayag.
Meaning: He had great affection for devotees like Sunder Das and made Rishi Durvasa happy in Prayag with his grace.
Victory to Lord Bhairav!
All desires are fulfilled by his grace.
Meaning: Victory to Lord Bhairav! All wishes are fulfilled by his grace.
Doha
Victory to the Lord Bhairav, the savior of the helpless, the remover of obstacles.
Please shower your grace on your servant and remove all my troubles. You are the incarnation of Lord Shiva.
Meaning: Victory to Lord Bhairav, the protector of the helpless and remover of obstacles. Kindly show your mercy to your servant and remove all my difficulties. You are the incarnation of Lord Shiva.
Benefits of Chanting Bhairav Chalisa
Chanting the Bhairav Chalisa is believed to be extremely effective in gaining Lord Bhairav’s blessings. Regular recitation brings the following benefits:
- Freedom from Fear and Suffering: Reciting the Bhairav Chalisa protects from fear, ghosts, spirits, and negative energies.
- Removal of Obstacles: Lord Bhairav is the remover of obstacles. Chanting the Chalisa clears all obstacles in one’s path.
- Justice and Protection: Known as the “Guardian of Kashi,” Lord Bhairav is the protector and provider of justice.
- Mental Peace and Happiness: Chanting the Chalisa brings peace of mind and positive energy into one’s life.
- Wealth and Prosperity: Worship of Bhairav brings wealth, prosperity, and success in business and career.
- Relief from Diseases and Suffering: The recitation provides relief from physical and mental ailments, improving health.
- Spiritual Progress: It aids in spiritual development, leading the devotee towards self-realization and devotion.
- Fulfillment of Wishes: Regular recitation fulfills the desires of the devotees.
- Support in Difficult Times: It is especially beneficial for those facing tough situations in life.
- Protection from Enemies: Lord Bhairav is believed to protect from enemies and reduce opposition.