Why Bhairava is the Crown Jewel of Tantra
“In the dead of night, when even gods sleep, the Tantrik whispers to Bhairava – the Lord who dances on ignorance and grants liberation through terror.”
Lord Bhairava is the ultimate Tantric deity – a bridge between the ferocious and the sublime. Unlike mainstream worship, Tantric Bhairava sadhana (practice) embraces the forbidden: midnight rituals, cremation grounds, and sacred taboos. This guide reveals:
- The secret symbolism behind Bhairava’s Tantric form.
- How Aghoris and Kaula Tantriks worship him.
- Warnings for curious seekers (why unguided practice is dangerous).
Bhairava & Bhairavi: The Divine Tantric Couple
🌺The Yin-Yang of Cosmic Power
Bhairava (consciousness) + Bhairavi (energy) represent the union of Shiva-Shakti in Tantra.
Reference: Bhairava Tantra describes them as the source of all mantras.
🌺 Kundalini Awakeneing
Bhairava’s trident (trishul) symbolizes piercing the 3 knots (granthis) blocking Kundalini.
Practice: Chanting “Hreem” (Bhairavi’s bija) + “Kreem” (Bhairava’s bija) under guidance.
Midnight Rituals: How Tantriks Worship Bhairava
🌺 The Sacred 12 AM Sadhana
Tantra considers midnight (Mahanisha) as Bhairava’s peak hour. Rituals include:
Panchamakara: The “5 M’s” (Madya-wine, Mamsa-meat, etc.) as symbolic offerings (not literal for beginners)
Kapala Kriya: Meditating with a skull (symbolizing detachment).
Aghori Connection
- Aghoris worship Smashan Bhairava (cremation-ground form) to transcend duality.
- Caution: Their extreme practices (like eating from skulls) are not for householder devotees.
Bhairava’s Tantric Mantras & Their Hidden Powers
For Protection
ॐ भैरवाय नमः
“Om Bhairavaya Namah”
Simple chant to remove black magic (from Mahanirvana Tantra).
For Destruction of Enemies (Tantric Use Only)
क्रीं क्रीं क्रीं हूं हूं भैरवाय फट् स्वाहा
“Kreem Kreem Kreem Hoom Hoom Bhairavaya Phat Swaha”
- Reference: Kularnava Tantra (Chapter 9) warns this requires diksha (initiation).
For Spiritual Awakening
ह्रीं बटुकाय आपदुद्धारणाय कुरु कुरु बटुकाय ह्रीं
“Hreem Batukaya Apaduddharanaya Kuru Kuru Batukaya Hreem”
- Rescues from crises (taught in Bhairava Agama).
Dangers of Unguided Bhairava Tantra
Taboos & Warnings
Never chant Bija mantras (Kreem, Hreem) without a guru – can trigger mental instability.
Avoid DIY rituals with bones/kapala – attracts negative entities.
Reference: Kaula Tantra texts mandate purification rites before Bhairava sadhana.
Safe Alternatives for Devotees
Offer black til (sesame) + light a mustard oil lamp on Tuesdays.
Recite Bhairava Ashtakam (no risks).
Bhairava’s Ultimate Gift – Fearlessness
💬 Tantric Bhairava isn’t about shock value but transcending fear. As the Vigyan Bhairava Tantra says:
“When one sees the universe as Bhairava’s play, even terror becomes bliss.”
🔔For Householders: Stick to Bhairava Ashtakam and temple visits.
🌐 For Serious Seekers: Find a guru – this path isn’t DIY.
