As already mentioned on the previous page, Mahakala plays an important role in both Tibetan Buddhism and Hinduism. These twelve deities described here are Hindu and not Buddhist.
| 1. | Agni Bhairav is a fierce form of Shiva, He pertains to the Mahavidya goddess named Bhairavi |
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| 2. | Ruru Bhairav is also known as Guru Bhairav amongst locals, and is believed to bless his devotees by enhancing their knowledge to lead a successful life. |
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| 3. | Kapala Bhairav: There is a form of Lord shiva which appears in a terrifying and fierce form. By worshiping them a person gets a high level of energy,strength and self confidence. |
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| 4. | Vaayu Bhairav is related to the air element. Vayu means the air in the local language. It was built by Shantikar acharya to eliminate problems related to the air element. |
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| 5. | Bhishana Bhairav: This form is blood-red complexioned and has four arms in which the sword, skull cup, trident and pestle are held. Bhishana Bhairava nullifies the evil influences, spirits and all negativity. |
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| 6. | Krodha Bhairav: The fourth of the eight manifestations of bhairava. Who appears blues in color and rides an eagle. Chanting his mantra gives the power to make important decisions and removes obstacles |
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| 7. | Samhara Bhairav: The destroyer of strife and conflict is one of the eight main Bhairav. He is particularly known as the destroyer of all negativity, evils and obstacles and protector./tr>
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| 8. | Jal Bhairav is representative of infinite love and kindness. Jal bhairav has been bestowed with »Trikha Philosophy« which is actualized as the theology of universal consciousness and has its essence shared with Chit |
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| 9. | Asitang Bhairav bestows one with creative ability. Astianga Bhairav the first of the eight manifestations of Lord kala Bhairav is the remover of all curses. |
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| 10. | Chanda Bhairav is the third among the Astha Bhairavas [8 forms of Bhairav]. Worshipping him can fill you with immense energy and enthusiasm. |
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| 11. | Prithivi Bhairav |
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| 12. | Unmattha Bhairav helps an individual control their ego and arrogance, narcissism |
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