Maha Kalashtami 2012 Date, Kalabhairav Ashtami Date, When is Kala Bhairav Jayanti in 2012?, 6th December 2012
Kala Bhairav Jayanti (also called as Maha Kalashtami / Kala Bhairav Ashtami) is celebrated on the Kishna Paksha Ashtami of the Mrugashira month. As per Amavasyant calenders it falls in the month of Kartika. In 2012, Kala Bhairav Ashtami is on Thursday, 6th December. Bhairava Ashtami Vrat (Fast and worship) observed on this day.
God Kala Bhairava is that manifestation of Lord Siva. It is the destructive form of god Shiva. Vehicle of this god is the dog. He is considered as the Kshetrapalaka (Protector / guardian) of Varanasi temple. Lord Kala Bhairava is also the guardian of travelers.