Sri Bhairavar 108 Potri

Lord Bhairava, the fierce manifestation of Lord Shiva and the guardian of time (Kaala), is the supreme deity for overcoming life’s most difficult hurdles. Chanting the Sri Bhairavar 108 Potri is a sacred practice believed to dissolve “Oozhvinai” (past karma), protect against “Dhrishti” (evil eye), and grant unwavering courage. Whether you are visiting a temple or lighting a lamp at home during the auspicious Rahu Kaalam or Theipirai Ashtami, these 108 names serve as a powerful shield.

Om Bhairavane Potri
Om Bhaya-nasagane Potri
Om Ashta-rubane Potri
Om Ashtami-thondrale Potri
Om Ayan-guruve Potri
Om Ara-kavalane Potri
Om Aganthai-azhippavane Potri
Om Adangarin-azhive Potri
Om Arputhane Potri

Om Asithanga Bhairavane Potri
Om Ananda Bhairavane Potri
Om Alaya-kavalane Potri
Om Innal-podippavane Potri
Om Idukaattil-iruppavane Potri
Om Ugra Bhairavane Potri
Om Udukkai-enthiyavane Potri
Om Uthiram-kudithavane Potri
Om Unmatha Bhairavane Potri

Om Urangaiyil-kappavane Potri
Om Oozhvinai-theerppavane Potri
Om Ellai-thevane Potri
Om Elithil-irangupavane Potri
Om Kabalathariye Potri
Om Kangala-moorthiye Potri
Om Garva-pangane Potri
Om Kalpantha Bhairavane Potri
Om Kathayuthane Potri

Om Kanal-veesum-kannane Potri
Om Karumega-nirane Potri
Om Katvanga-thariye Potri
Om Kalavaik-kulaippone Potri
Om Karunamoorthiye Potri
Om Kaala Bhairavane Potri
Om Kabalikar-thevane Potri
Om Karthigaiyil-piranthavane Potri
Om Kalashtami-nathane Potri

Om Kasinathane Potri
Om Kaval-theivame Potri
Om Kirotha Bhairavane Potri
Om Kondrai-priyane Potri
Om Sanda Bhairavane Potri
Om Chattai-nathane Potri
Om Samhara Bhairavane Potri
Om Sangadam-theerppavane Potri
Om Siva-thondrale Potri

Om Sivalayathu-iruppone Potri
Om Sikshagane Potri
Om Seerkazhi-thevane Potri
Om Sudar-chadaiyane Potri
Om Suthanthira Bhairavane Potri
Om Siva-amsane Potri
Om Suvecha Bhairavane Potri
Om Soolathariye Potri
Om Soozhvinai-aruppavane Potri

Om Semmeniyane Potri
Om Kshethrapalane Potri
Om Thatchanai-azhithavane Potri
Om Thalangalin-kavalane Potri
Om Theethu-azhippavane Potri
Om Dhur-soppana-nasagane Potri
Om Therku-nokkane Potri
Om Dhairiyam-alippavane Potri
Om Navarasa-rubane Potri

Om Narasimha-santhane Potri
Om Nalliravu-nayagane Potri
Om Naragam-neekkupavane Potri
Om Naai-vaganane Potri
Om Naadi-arulvone Potri
Om Nimalane Potri
Om Nirvanane Potri
Om Niraivalippavane Potri
Om Nindrarulvone Potri

Om Bhayangara-ayuthane Potri
Om Pagai-alippavane Potri
Om Parasu-enthiyavane Potri
Om Bali-peedathu-uraivone Potri
Om Pabam-theerppavane Potri
Om Bala Bhairavane Potri
Om Pambanindha-theivame Potri
Om Pralaya-kaalane Potri
Om Brahma-sirachethane Potri

Om Bhooshana Bhairavane Potri
Om Boothangalin-nathane Potri
Om Periyavane Potri
Om Bhairagiyar-nathane Potri
Om Mala-nasagane Potri
Om Magotharane Potri
Om Maha Bhairavane Potri
Om Malaiyai-uyarnthavane Potri
Om Maha-kundalane Potri

Om Marthanda Bhairavane Potri
Om Mukkannane Potri
Om Mukthi-arulvone Potri
Om Muneeswarane Potri
Om Moola-moorthiye Potri
Om Yama-vathanai-neekkupavane Potri
Om Yavarkkum-eliyavane Potri
Om Ruthrane Potri
Om Ruthraksha-thariye Potri

Om Vaduga Bhairavane Potri
Om Vadugoor-nathane Potri
Om Vadakizhakku-arulvone Potri
Om Vadai-maalai-priyane Potri
Om Varanasi-venthe Potri
Om Vamanarkku-aruliyavane Potri
Om Virumbiyathai-arulvone Potri
Om Vibeeshana Bhairavane Potri
Om Veezhamal-kappavane Potri Potri!

Sri Bhairavar 108 Potri Meaning

1. The Creator & Guardian (Names 1-12)

• Bhairavane: The one who protects (from the root Bhṛ) and removes fear.
• Bhaya-nasagane: The destroyer of fear.
• Ashta-rubane: He who has eight forms (Ashta Bhairavas).
• Ashtami-thondrale: The one who appeared on the eighth lunar day (Ashtami).
• Ayan-guruve: The teacher to Brahma (Ayan).
• Ara-kavalane: The protector of Dharma (Righteousness).
• Aganthai-azhippavane: The destroyer of ego.
• Alaya-kavalane: The guardian of the temple.

2. The Fierce & Mystical Forms (Names 13-30)

• Idukaattil-iruppavane: He who dwells in the cremation ground (symbolizing the end of the physical body).
• Ugra Bhairavane: The ferocious Bhairava.
• Udukkai-enthiyavane: He who holds the divine drum (Damaru).
• Oozhvinai-theerppavane: The one who settles/resolves the effects of past Karma.
• Kabalathariye / Kangala-moorthiye: He who carries a skull and the bones of the departed.
• Kanal-veesum-kannane: He with eyes that emit fire.
• Karumega-nirane: He who is the color of dark rain clouds.

3. Time & Protection (Names 31-50)

• Kaala Bhairavane: The Lord of Time (who governs its beginning and end).
• Karthigaiyil-piranthavane: He who was born in the Tamil month of Karthigai.
• Kasinathane: The Lord of Kashi (Varanasi), where he is the “Kotwal” or Chief Police.
• Kaval-theivame: The guardian deity.
• Samhara Bhairavane: The Bhairava associated with dissolution/destruction.
• Sangadam-theerppavane: The remover of miseries and obstacles.

4. The Compassionate Ruler (Names 51-75)

• Siva-amsane: An incarnation/part of Lord Shiva.
• Soolathariye: The wielder of the Trident (Trishula).
• Thatchanai-azhithavane: The one who destroyed the ego of Daksha.
• Dhairiyam-alippavane: The giver of courage.
• Nalliravu-nayagane: The Lord of the midnight hour (the peak time for Bhairava worship).
• Naai-vaganane: He whose vehicle (Vahana) is the dog.
• Nirvanane: The one who is “sky-clad” (beyond physical clothing/materialism).

5. The Supreme & Ancient (Names 76-108)

• Pabam-theerppavane: The absolver of sins.
• Bala Bhairavane: The youthful form of Bhairava.
• Brahma-sirachethane: The one who severed the fifth head of Brahma to curb his pride.
• Boothangalin-nathane: The Lord of the Ganas and elements.
• Maha Bhairavane: The Great Bhairava.
• Mukkannane: The three-eyed Lord.
• Yama-vathanai-neekkupavane: He who saves devotees from the agony of death (Yama).
• Vaduga Bhairavane: The “Lad” or youthful warrior form.
• Vadai-maalai-priyane: The one who loves garlands made of Vada (a traditional offering).
• Veezhamal-kappavane: The protector who prevents us from falling (into ruin or sin).

Worshipping Lord Bhairava is not just about seeking protection; it is about surrendering our ego and fears at the feet of the “Alaya Kavalane” (Temple Guardian). By reciting these 108 Potris regularly, especially on Sundays or during the midnight hours – devotees often experience a significant reduction in mental stress and financial obstacles. As you conclude your prayers, remember to offer a simple lamp with pepper (Milagu Deepam) if possible. May the grace of Swarna Akarshana Bhairava and Kaala Bhairava bring prosperity and peace into your home.

Om Bhairavaya Namaha!

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Umamaheswari Sivanesan

Vanakkam! I'm Uma, currently living in Chennai. I hold a Master’s degree in Chemistry (M.Sc.), but my true passion lies in spirituality and the rich cultural heritage of Tamil traditions.

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