Krodha Bhairava

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Krodha Bhairava is a form assumed by Shiva when he becomes infuriated upon seeing the pale Parvati. He is associated with anger and fury. The text does not elaborate on his specific role or powers beyond being a manifestation of Shiva's rage.

When

First attested
1500 CE
Attested period
1500 – 1600
Historical notes
Mentioned in the Shaktisamgama Tantra (c. 16th century).

Relationships

manifests as
Śiva
manifested by
Śiva
consort of
Parvati

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Sources

wikipedia (1)

Source passages

“upon seeing the pale Parvati, Shiva becomes infuriated and assumes the form of Krodha Bhairava.”

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