Kalashtami December 2022: Know significance, date, time, ritual, more here

Kalashtami is considered one of the most auspicious days. It falls every month on Ashtami Tithi (8th day) in Krishna paksha. This day is dedicated to Lord Kaal Bhairav. Devotees keep a fast on this day to please Kaal Bhairav. A total of 12 Kalashtami are observed in a year. 

In December 2022, the Kalashtami will be observed on December 16, as per the Drik Panchang. The Subh muhurta for this Ashtami will begin at 1:39 am on December 16 and will end at 3:02 am on December 17. 

Kalashtami December 2022: Significance

As per Hindu mythology, Kaal Bhairav is the Rudra avatar of Lord Shiva. Devotees keep a fast on Kalashtami to get rid of their anger, greediness, and other addictions. Kaal Bhairav is believed to bless his devotees with good health, wealth, prosperity and spirituality. 

Kaal Bhairav is also known as Kshetrapaal, the protector of all temples. It is believed that those who worship Lord Kaal Bhairav with complete devotion, the Lord protect them from evil and darkness. 

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Kalashtami December 2022: Tithi, Subh muhurat

• Kalashtami to be observed on December 16
• Ashtami begins-- December 16, 1:39 am
• Ashtami ends-- December 17, 3:02 am. 

Kalashtami December 2022: Puja Vidhi

• Wake up early and take a bath
• Place Kaal Bhairav idol or yantra 
• Offer flowers and milk
• Light a diya
• Chant Kaal Bhairav Ashtakam
• Recite Kaal Bhairav Katha
• Offer special prasad 'Meetha Rott' to Kaal Bhairav
• Distribute prasad after evening pooja
• Break fast with satvik food.