Boston Universitys

HINDU STUDENTS COUNCIL

Prayer Book
revised Sept. 2006

Boston University Hindu Students Council

C/o Student Activities Office
George Sherman Union, 4th Floor
775 Commonwealth Avenue
Boston, MA 02215

Email: buhsc@bu.edu

Website: http://people.bu.edu/buhsc
 Table of Contents

Mission Statement 3

Introduction 3

Mantras and Slokas 5

Ganesha Bhajans 7

Mother Goddess Bhajans 8

Rama Bhajans 9

Krishna Bhajans 11

Shiva Bhajans 14

Murugan Bhajan 17

General Bhajans 17

Sri Hanuman Chalisa 20

Madhurashtakam 23

Aarthis 24

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 The Mission of the Boston Universitys Hindu Students Council

The Hindu Students Council's mission is to promote understanding among students and
others about Hindu heritage, to address issues affecting Hindus, and to serve those less
fortunate in society. Hinduism assists individuals in their quest for self-realization and
the pursuit of excellence. We accomplish our mission by developing our knowledge
about the universal ideals of Hindu Dharma. Towards this end, the Hindu Students
Council also strives to raise awareness about social, political and religious issues
affecting Hindus.

Introduction

What is Dharma?
Sanatan (eternal) Dharma as a universal tradition has room for all faiths and all
religious and spiritual practices regardless of the time or country of their origin. Yet it
places religious and spiritual teachings in their appropriate place relative to the ultimate
goal of Self-realization, to which secondary practices are subordinated. Sanatan
Dharma also recognizes that the greater portion of human religious aspirations has
always been unknown, undefined and outside of any institutionalized belief. Sanatan
Dharma thereby gives reverence to individual spiritual experience over any formal
religious doctrine. Where ever the Universal Truth is manifest; there is Sanatan
Dharmawhether it is in a field of religion, art or science, or in the life of a person or
community. Where ever the Universal Truth is not recognized, or is scaled down or
limited to a particular group, book or person, even if done so in the name of God, there
Sanatan Dharma ceases to function, whatever the activity is called.
-Dr. David Frawley
Expert on Hindu philosophy and religion.

By the laws of Dharma that govern body and mind, you must fear sin and act
righteously. Wise men by thinking and behaving in this way become worthy to gain
bliss both here and hereafter.
-Natchintanai Scripture

The Significance of the Symbol Om

The symbol Om (also called Pranava), is the most sacred symbol in Hinduism. Volumes
have been written in Sanskrit illustrating the significance of this mystic symbol.
Although this symbol is mentioned in all the Upanishads and in all Hindu scriptures, it
is especially elaborated upon in the Taittiriya, Chandogya and Mundaka Upanishads.

The goal, which all Vedas declare, which all austerities aim at, and which human desire
when they live a life continence, I will tell you briefly it is Om. The syllable Om is indeed
Brahman. This syllable Om is the highest. Whosoever knows this symbol obtains all
that he desires. This is the best support; this is the highest support. Whosoever knows
this support is adored in the world of Brahman.
-Katha Upanishad I, ii, 15-17

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The symbol of Om contains of three curves, one semicircle and a dot. The large lower
curve symbolizes the waking state; the upper curve denotes deep sleep (or the
unconscious) state, and the lower curve (which lies between deep sleep and the waking
state) signifies the dream state. These three states of an individuals consciousness, and
therefore the entire physical phenomenon, are represented by the three curves. The dot
signifies the Absolute (fourth or Turiya state of consciousness), which illuminates the
other three states. The semicircle symbolizes maya and separates the dot from the other
three curves. The semicircle is open on the top, which means that the absolute is
infinite and is not affected by maya. Maya only affects the manifested phenomenon. In
this way the form of Om symbolizes the infinite Brahman and the entire Universe.

Uttering the monosyllable Om, the eternal world of Brahman, One who departs leaving
the body (at death), he attains the superior goal.
-Bhagavad Gita, 8.13

Mantras and Prayers

A mantra is a sacred syllable, word or verse, which has been revealed to a sage in deep
meditation. A mantra, when recited with devotion, concentration, and understanding,
revitalizes the body and mind with mystic power, and harmonizes thought and action.

A mantra, when repeated constantly during meditation, first loudly and then through
silent and mental chanting, changes the consciousness.

Prayer is uplifting inspiring and fascinating for the mind and it has great power.
Therefore, it is very important that each of you learns to pray. Through prayer you
purify your mind and gain spiritual strength. Thus prayer is the foundation of success.

In the following pages, some of the famous and more popular mantras and prayers are
compiled together with most of their meanings translated into the English Language.

Kirtan and Bhajans

When a mantra is sung or chanted, whether by one self or in a group of devoted
aspirants, it is termed as Kirtanthe glorification of God. Prayers or symbolic stories of
God may also be sung in a Kirtan.

The singing and chanting of Kirtan creates an elevated mental condition for practicing
meditation or entering into an intense form of spiritual practice. Kirtan is a powerful
and unique method of recharging the subconscious with spiritual vibrations.

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 Mantras and Slokas
Om Mantra
Om, Om, Om Om is the original sound, the sound of Brahman, the supreme universal reality

Prayer for Education, Enlightenment and Success

Om Saha Naavavatu, Saha Nau Bhunaktu Om, may the Lord protect us both (guru and disciple),
Saha veeryam karavaavahai. may he cause us to enjoy (the supreme), May we exert
Tejasvi-navadhee-tamastu together. May our studies be through and faithfull (to
Maa vidvishaavahai become brilliant). May we never quarrel/hate each other.

Ganesh Sloka
Vakratunda Mahakaya O Lord Ganesha possessing a large body (mahakaya)
Surya Koti Samaprabha curved trunk (vakratunda), with the brilliance
Neervigna Kurume Deva of a million suns (surya koti), please make allmy work free
Sarva Karyeshu Sarvada of obstaclesalways.

Gayatri Mantra
The Gayatri Mantra is the most sacred of the RigVeda Mantras. Gayatri means, the savior of the singer.Reciting this
prayer protects one from harm, dispels the darkness of ignorance and illuminates the world.

Om Bhur Bhuva Swaha Mother who subsists as all three Kalas (Lapses of time: past, present and
Tat Savitur Varenyam future), in all three Lokas (worlds or realms of experience), and all three
Bhargo Devasya Dheemahi Gunas (Universal Attributes: harmony, agitation and inertial), I pray to
Dhiyo Yo Nah Prachodayat you to illuminate my intellect and dispel my ignorance, just as the
splendorous sunlight dispels all darkness. I pray to you to make my
intellect serene and bright.
Prayer to Saraswati
Yaa Kundendu Tushara Haara Dhawalaa May that Goddess Saraswati who is bedecked with
Yaa Shubhra Vastraavritra white kunda flowers, who has worn pure white clothes
Yaa Veena Vara Danda Mandita Karaa resembling snow and moon, who is holding a veena as
Yaa Shweta Padmaasanaa her danda or instrument to draw the attention of her
Yaa Brahmaachyuta Shankarah Prabhritibhih devotees/students, who is sitting on a white lotus and
Devaih Sadaa Vanditaa one who is worshipped at all times by Brahma, Vishnu
Saa Maam Paatu Saraswatee Bhagavatee and Shiva, may she remove my laziness and ignorance.
Nisheshaa Jaadyaa Tapahaa My salutations to such a Goddess of knowledge.

Prayer to the Teacher

The teacher is like Lord Brahma as he Generates the knowledge
Guru Brahma, Guru Vishnu, within us, like Lord Vishnu as he Operates the ideas/knowledge in
Guru Devo Maheshwara; our mind unto the right path and like Lord Mahesha (Shiva) as he
Guru Sakshat Parabrahma Destroys the wrong concepts attached to our knowledge, while
Tsmai Shri Guruve Namaha enlightening us on the desired path. Thus the teacher is like our
ultimate God and we should pray and give respect to our teacher.

Universal Prayer for Enlightenment and Immortality

In this mantra the devotee prays to the Lord for freedom from ignorance and attainment of immortality.

Asato Maa Sad Gamaya Oh Lord, lead me from untruth to truth, from darkness to light,
Tamaso Maa Jyotir Gamaya from death to immortality.
Mrityor Maa Amritam Gamaya
Om Shanti Shanti Shanti Peace, Peace Peace.

Shri Vishnu Stuti

Shantakaram Bhujagashayanam, I adore Lord Vishnu who is the embodiment of
Pad manabham Suresham peace,who lies on the serpent, whose navel is the source
Vishwadharan Gagansadrasham, of the lotus, whose complexion is swarthy like the
Meghavarnam Shubhangam clouds, whose body shines with heavenly beauty, who is
Lakshmikantam Kamalanyanam, the beloved of Goddess Lakshami, whose eyes are like
Yogibhirdhyangamyam lotus who is meditated upon by the yogis, who is the
Vande Vishnu Bhavabhayaharam, remover of the fear of the world-process.
Sarvalokaikanatham
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Shuklaambara Dharam Sloka
Shuklaambara Dharam Vishnum We mediate on Lord Ganesha who is clad in white (representing
Shashi Varnam Chatur Bhujam purity), who is all pervading (present everywhere), whose
Prasanna Vadanam Dhyaayet complexion is gray like that of ash (glowing with spiritual
Sarva Vighna Upashaanthaye splendor), who has four arms, who has bright countenance
(depicting inner calm and happiness) and who can destroy all
obstacles (in our spiritual and worldly path).

Shanti Mantra
Om Shanti Antarikshagunda May there be peace in the universe and the
Shanti Prithvi world.
Shanti Raapa May peace be on our earth.
Shanti Roshadaya May peace reside in nature and everything that
Shanti Vanaspataya is created.
Shanti Vishvayedeva
Shanti Brahma
Shanti Sarva Gunda
Shanti Shanti Reva
Shanti Saama
Shanti Redhi
Om Shanti Shanti Shanti Om

Shree Ganesha Slokham

Pranamya sirasa devam gauri putram vinayakam I respectfully offer my daily prayers
Bhaktavasam smarennityam-ayuh kamartha-siddhaye (1) to Lord Ganesa for a meaningful
Prathamam vakra-tundam ca ekadantam dvitiyakam life and right guidance. I invoke
Trtiyam krsna-pingaksam gaja-vaktram catuthakam (2) Sri Ganesa with the following
description: curved mouth, single
Lambodaram pancamam ca sastham vikatam-eva ch tusk, black eyes, elephant face, big
Saptamam vighna-rajam ca dhumra-varnam tathastamam stomach, giant structure, savior of
(3) all, grey colored, moon like
forehead, protector, ganapati, and
Navamam bhala-candram ca dasamam tu vinayakam Gajanana.
Ekadasam ganapatim dvadasam tu gajananam (4)

Dvadasaitani namani tri-sandhyam yah pathen-narah

Na ca vighna-bhayam tasya sarva-siddhi-karam prabho (5)

Morning Prayer
This mantra is recited as soon as one wakes up and is spoken while observing the right hand.
Karagre vasate laxmi, kara-madhye saraswati,
Kara-mule tu govindam; prabhate kara darshnam.
Prayer to the Supreme
This prayer is the universal oneness of the Brahma through the many manifestations.
Akashat patitam toyam, yada gachchati sagram,
Sarva devo namaskaraha, keshavam pratigachchati.
Meal Time Prayer
This prayer is chanted before a meal and expresses a feeling of gratefulness for the food that one is
about to benefit from.
Danaa detaa, paka karta, tahta bhogata, sukhi bhava.
Prayer for good fortune
This prayer is said in front of the deity when a diya (burning lamp) is lit.
Shubham karoti, kalyanam, arogyam, dhana sampada,
Shatru-buddhi vinashaya, deepat-jyoti namo-stute.
Peace Invocation
The following Upanishadic mantra affirms that this manifestation of Brahman
Om poornam-adah, poornam-idam, poor-nath
Poornam-udachyate; Poor-nasya poornam-adaya,
Poornam-eva-vashishyate.
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 Ganesha Bhajans
Devotional Singing always opens with a prayer to Lord Ganesh, the elephant headed son of Shiva, who helps us to overcome
obstacles.

Jai Jai Jai Gana Nayaka

Jai Jai Jai Gana Nayaka Jai Jai Vighna Salutations to Ganesha
Vinashaka who removes obstacles
Jai Shubha Mangala Dayaka Vidya and bestows
Buddhi Pradayaka auspiciousness intellect
Gajavadana Gauri Nandana (2x) and knowledge; to the
Gangadhara Shiva Shambo Nandana elephant faced son of
Gauri and Shiva.

Jai Jai Jai Jai Ganapathi Deva

Jai Jai Jai Jai Ganapathi Deva Gajanana Gajanana Victory to Lord Ganapathi. Victory to Lord
Gajanana Hey Ganapathi Deva Gajanana, the darling Prince of Mother
Jai Jai Jai Jai Ganapathi Deva Parvathi and Lord Mahadeva.
Matha Parvathi Pita Mahadeva Gajanana Gajanana
Gajanana Hey Ganapati Deva

Jai Ganesh, Jai Ganesh, Jai Ganesh Devaa

Jai Ganesh, Jai Ganesh, Jai Ganesh Devaa Oh, great Lord Ganesha whose mother is
Mataa Janki Parvati Pita Mahadeva, Parvathi, and father the great lord Shiva.
Laddvan Ka Bhog Lage Sant Karen Sevaa The saints offer you sweets as they pray to you.
Ek Dant Dayavant Chaar Bhujaa Dhaaree, Oh Ganesh, lord with one face and four arms, you
Maathe Sindoor Sohe Moose Ki Savaaree, wear the vermillion symbol on your head and ride
Andhen Ko Aankh Det Khodeen Ko Khaaya, the mouse. You give sight to the blind and magic
Laddvan Ka Bhog Lage Sant Karen Sevaa to the leprous people. You give son to the infertile,
Baanjhan Ko Putra Det Nirdhan Ko Maaya, and money to the poor. We offer you sweets and
Deenan Kee Laaj Raakh Shambhu Sutwaaree flowers. Oh, Lord Ganesh, we pray to you.

Gauri Ganesh Uma Mahesh

Gauri Ganesh Uma Mahesh Chant the name of Lord Ganesha, beloved son of Mother
Parvathi Nandana Parti Ganesh Gaun (also known as Uma and Parvathi). Surrender to
Sharanam Ganesh Sharanam Ganesh the beloved son of Lord Shiva; the Lord of Parvathi is the
Shiva Nandana Ganapati Ganesh embodiment of Lord Ganesha.

Mushiga Vahana
Mushiga Vahana Modaka Hasta He has the mouse as his vehicle, He always keeps a Modhaham
Chamara Karna Vilambitra Sutra (a traditional coconut jaggery sweet). His ears resemble a fan. He
Vaamana Roopa Mahesvara Putra wears a thread across his chest. He is short in height, the son of
Vikna Vinaiyaka Paada Namaste Lord Maheshvara. O! Lord Vinayaka who always anulls all
impediments, We worship your Divine Feet.

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 Mother Goddess Bhajans
Hey Ma
Hey Ma Hey Ma, Hey Ma Hey Ma Oh mother! You who plays the
Vina Vadhini Saraswati Mata veena (Mother Saraswathi). You
Jagat Palani Gouri Mata are the mother to all humans and
Umbey Bhavani Lakshmi Mata animals (Mother Gouri). You are
Gouri Mata Jaganani (2) benevolent (Mother Lakshmi).
Praise the Mother Goddess!

Vishnu Priyae
Vishnu priyae vara lakshmi namo namo amitha sowbhagya sundari (2)
Devi shubadae mata varade ashta aishwarya sampradae
Sakalabhagya daayini
Kamitharta pradayini
Vishnu priyae vara lakshmi namo namo amitha sowbhagya sundari (2)
Padmanayanae padmavarande padmasana shobitha
Padmanabha priyae matae
Padmalaya rakshamam
Aadi Divya Jyothi
Aadi Divya Jyothi Mahaa Kaali Maa Namo Oh Eternal, Effulgent Divine Light, Great
Devi Shakthi Mahaa Shakthi Kaali Maa Namo Goddess Kaali, Oh Great Power, dweller of the
Kaali Maa Namo, Sathya Sai Maa Namo snow-clad mountain tops, You have guarded us
Shringa Shaila Vaasini Kaali Maa Namo against pain and misery; You have brought
auspiciousness into our lives. You are called by
Sankata Haarini Mangala Kaarini Kaali Maa Namo the name Kaali. You are also called by the name
Kaali Maa Namo, Sathya Sai Maa Namo Sai. We bow to Thee, Divine Mother Sai.

Amba Shankari
Amba Shankari Sashi Shekhari Oh Mother, Consort of Shankar, Giver of Bliss, Thou
Parameshwari Amba art the universal Mother Thou art the Cause of all and
Sarveshwari Jagadeeshwari Queen of this world, Oh Mother Beautiful beyond
Parameshwari Amba words, Thou art the Repository of all traits and dearest
to Lord Shiva Universal Effulgence emanates from You
Sundari Guna Manjari Shiva Shankari Amba and being the ultimate Power, You are clad in brilliant
Kaadambari Shwetambari Hari Sodari Amba white The Sister of Hari, Oh Mother of the universe!

Hamsayukta Vimanacarini
Hamsayukta vimanacarini
Hamsayukta vimanacarini ambike jagadambike
Sarva mangala dayike sarvatha sidhi vidayike

Ganalole dhinapale mananiya surarcithe

Yaksakinnara sidhacarana lalika varapalike

Saptha sundara nila himagiri subhra sanuni vasike

Ghora kalusa vidhatri sankari viracarite ambike

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 Rama Bhajans
Aatmarama Aanandaramana
Aatmaraama Aanandaramana Oh self-reveling Rama, Lord of happiness Oh indestructible
Aachutakeshava Harinaryayana one, oh everpresent one One who takes away the fear of
Bhavyabhaya harana vandita charana rebirth, one whos feet we worship Lotus-eyed, One who was
Raghukula Booshana rajivalochana born in the Raghu family One who is an avatar of Vishnu, the
Adinarayana ananthashayana one who sleeps on the serpant Narayana himself, the one who
Satchidananda Satyanarayan stands for the three levels of consciousness (sat-existence, chit-
consciousness, ananda-bliss)

Kelati Mama
Kelati Mama Hridaya Sri Rama My heart is dancing Sri Ram
Kelati Mama Hridaya My hear is dancing

Moha Maharnava Taraka Kari (3) Oh Killer of Taraka, you remove all
Raga Dwesha Mukha Sura Mari my bad thoughts. You remove animosity and
Kelati Mama jealousy.

Shanti Videha Sutaa Sahachari (3) You are Sitas companion. You are
Dehar Ayodhya Nagara Vihari the one who lives in Ayodhya
Kelati Mama...

Parahamsa Samrajodari (3) You bless the world of Swami

Satyagnan Anandha Shariri Parahamsa. You give truth, knowledge and
Kelati Mama... happiness.

Ayodhya Vasi Ram

Ayodhya Vasi Ram, Ram Ram Dasharatha Nandana Ram Lord Rama, the resident of Ayodhya and
Pateetha Pavana Janaki Jeevana Seeta Mohana Ram the beloved son of King Dasharatha, is the
Ayodhya Vasi Ram, Ram Ram Dasharatha Nandana Ram savior of the fallen and the Lord of Janaki
Pateetha Pavana Janaki Jeevana Seeta Mohana Ram (Sita).

Atmanivasee Rama
Atmanivasee Rama, Atmanivasee Rama Praising the various names and deeds of Lord Rama.
Dasharathanandana Rama jaya jaya,
Janakijeevana Rama

Ayodhyavasee Rama, Ayodhyavasee Rama

Dasharathanandana Rama jaya jaya,
Janakijeevana Rama

Aranyavasee Rama, Aranyavasee Rama

Dasharathanandana Rama jaya jaya,
Janakijeevana Rama

Ahalya uddharaka Rama

Ahalya uddharaka Rama
Dasharathanandana Rama jaya jaya,
Janakijeevana Rama

Dashamukhamardana Rama
Dashamukhamardana Rama
Dasharathanandana Rama jaya jaya,
Janakijeevana Rama

Bhaktavasala Rama, Bhaktavatsala Rama

Dasharathanandana Rama jaya jaya,
Janakijeevana Rama

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Kamala Nayana Ram Hey Ram
Kamala Nayana Ram Hey ram hey ram
Vimala Charana Ram Hey ram hey ram
Kamala Nayana Vimala Charana
Pathitha Pavana Ram Tu hi maata tu hi pita hai
Janaki Jeevana Ram Tu hi maata tu pita hai
Pathitha Pavana Janaki Jeevana Tu hi to hai radha ka shyam (Hey ram)
Saadaka Sajjana Ram
(Kamala Nayana Ram) Tu antaryami sabka swami
Dasharatha Nandana Ram Tere charno me charo dhaam (Hey ram)
Dashamukha Mardana Ram
Sasharatha Nandana Dashamukha Mardana Tu hi data vishwavidata
Pathithe Pavana Ram Tu hi subah tu is shaam (Hey ram)
(Kamala Nayana Ram)
Ayodya Vasi Ram Tu hi bigare tu hi savare
Ananda Roopa Ram Is jag ke saare kaam (Hey ram)
Ayodya Vasi Ananda Roopa
Anantha Shayana Ram Tu hi maata tu hi pita hai
(Kamala Nayana Ram) Tu hi maata tu pita hai
Tu hi to hai radha ka shyam (Hey ram)

Prem Mudita Man Se Kaho

Prema mudita mana se kaho, Rama Rama Ram, With full devotion and love chant Lord Ramas
Shree Rama Rama Ram, Shree Rama Rama Ram name. Whoever takes Lord Ramas name will
be cleansed of their sins and troubles. Lord
Papa kate dukha mite, leta Rama nam Rama is like the ocean with His infinite love
Bhava sumudra sukhada nava, eka Rama nam. and comfort granting powers but He is one
Shree Rama Rama Ram, Shree Rama Rama Ram Name. Lord Rama is Supreme. He gives
support to the supportless. Sing the various
Parama Shanti Sukha nidhana, Divya Rama nam. names and benefits of chanting Lord Ramas
Niradhara ko adhara, eka Rama nam. Name.
Shree Rama Rama Ram, Shree Rama Rama Ram

Parama gopya parama ishta, Mantra Rama nam

Santa hridaya sada basata Eka Rama nam.
Shree Rama Rama Ram, Shree Rama Rama Ram

Mahadeva satata japata Divya Rama nam

Kashi marata mukti karata Kahata Rama Rama nam.
Shree Rama Rama Ram, Shree Rama Rama Ram

Maata Pita Bandhu Sakha, Sabihi Rama Nam.

Bhakta Janana Jeevna Nandana Eka Rama Nam.
Shree Rama Rama Ram, Shree Rama Rama Ram

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 Shri Ramachandra

Shri Ramachandra kripalu bhaju man

harana bhavabhay dharu nam
Navakanj lochan kanj mukhakar kanjapad kanjaaru namh
Sri Ram (4)

Kandarp aga nit amit chhabi

nav neelal niraj sundaram
patapit manahu ta rit ruchi suchi naumi janak sutavaramh
Sri Ram (4)

Bhaju din bandhu dinesh danav

daitya vansh anikandanam
Raghunand ananda kand koshal chand dasharath nandanam
Sri Ram (4)

Sira mukut kundal tilak charu

udar ang vibhushanam
Ajanubhuj sar chapadhar sangrama jita kharadushhanam
Sri Ram (4)

Iti vadati tulasiidaas shankar

shesh muni manaranjanam
Mama hridaya kanj nivas kuru kamadikhaladala ganja nam
Sri Ram (4)

Krishna Bhajans
Ananda Sagara Muralidhara
Ananda Sagara Muralidhara Victory to Krishna, beloved Prince of Yashoda. Thou
Meera Prabhu Radhe Shyama Venu Gopala art the ocean of bliss and player of captivating music
Ananda Sagara Muralidhara on flute and Lord of Meera (devotee), Radha and the
Nanda Yashoda Ananda Kishora entire Universe.
Jai Jai Gokula Bala Jai Venu Gopala

Bara Chitha Chora

Bara Chitha Chora Brindavan Sanchara Great stealer of hearts who moves in Brindavan, the
Gopala Gopala Hey Murali Gopala cowherd boy with the flute. Lifter of the
Govardhano Dhara Gopala Bala Govardhana Mountain, who captivates the hearts of
Gopi Manohara Radhe Gopala the Gopis (milkmaids), who is Radhas Lord

Murali Krishna Mukunda Krishna

Murali Krishna Mukunda Krishna Hail Krishna, who enchants us, with a beautiful
Mohana Krishna Krishna Krishna form, who holds the flute and liberates us; cowherd
Gopi Krishna Gopala Krishna boy who held the mountain, Radhas Krishna, who
Govardhana Dhara Krishna Krishna danced ecstatically with the gopis.
Radha Krishna Bala Krishna
Rasavilola Krishna Krishna

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 Chitha Chora Yashoda Ke Bal, Navanitha Chora Gopal
Chitha Chora Yashoda Ke Bal, Krishna is the stealer of the devotees
Navanitha Chora Gopal heart. As the child of Yashoda, he stole
Gopal Gopal Gopal, butter and He held aloft the
Govardhana Dhara Gopal Govardhana mountain.
Gopal Gopal Gopal Gopal,
Govardhana Dhara Gopal

Gopala Radha Lola

Gopala Radha Lola Gopala, the beloved of Radha. Lover of
Murali Lola Nandalala the flute, son of Nanda. O Keshava! O
Gopala Radha Lola Madhava! Thou art the Saviour of all
Keshava Madhava Janardhana humanity (Janardhana). Thou art the
Vanamala Brindavana Pala Protector (Pala) of Brindavan, the
Murali Lola Nandalala darling little son of Nanda.

He Nanda Nanda Gopala, Ananda Nanda Gopala

He Nanda Nanda Gopala, Son of Nanda, blissful Krishna, the

Ananda Nanda Gopala cowherd boy; Blissful son of the Yadu
He Nanda Nanda Gopala, clan, Nandas cowherd boy.
Ananda Nanda Gopala
He Nanda Nanda Ananda
Nanda Yadunanda Gopala

He Murali Sridhara

He murrali sridhara radhe krishna radhe shyam Hey, Murrali, the one who plays the
Keshava Madhave yadhave nandhana Radhe Krishna radhe shyam flute! One who is with Radha.
Player of the flute, the cowherd, You
Nandha nandhana radhe shyam dance with Radha! Oh son of
Navanitha chora radhe shyam Nandha! your adopted father. One
Keshava Madhave yadhave nandhana Radhe Krishna radhe shyam who stole butter. One with great
Bhakta vatsala radhe shyam affection to devotees. One whose
Bhagavata priya radhe shyam devotees love him. Lord of the city
Keshava Madhave yadhave nandhana Radhe Krishna radhe shyam of Pandaripura, Lord of those
people.
Pandu ranga radhe shyam
Pandari natha radhe shyam
Keshava Madhave yadhave nandhana Radhe Krishna radhe shyam

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Raadhe Raadhe Murali Manohara
Raadhe Raadhe Raadhe, Raadhe Govindaa Murali Manohara Radhae Sham,
Brindaavana Chandaa, Brindaavana Chandaa, Gopi Vallabha Radhae Sham
Anaatha Naatha Deenaa Bandu Raadhe Govindaa Devaki Nandana Radhae Sham,
Radhae Sham Jaya Radhae Sham
Nanda Kumaara Navanitha Chora Raadhe Govindaa
Brindaavana Chandaa, Brindaavana Chandaa Anantharakshaka Radhae,
Anaatha Naatha Deena bandu Raadhe Govindaa Apadhbhandava Radhae Sham
Devaki Nandana Radhae Sham,
Venu Vilola Vijaya Gopaala Raadhe Govindaa Radhae Sham Jaya Radhae Sham
Brindaavana Chandaa, Brindaavana Chandaa
Anaatha Naatha Deena bandu Raadhe Govindaa Nanda Kumara Radhae,
Navaneetha Chora Megha Sham
Pandari Naatha Paandu ranga Raadhe Govinda Devaki Nandana Radhae Sham,
Brindaavana Chandaa, Brindaavana Chandaa Radhae Sham Jaya Radhae Sham
Anaatha Naatha Deena bandu Raadhe Govindaa
Venu Villola Radhae Sham,
Jaya Jaya Vittala, Jaya Hari Vittala, Radhe Govindaa Vijaya Gopala Megha Sham
Brindavana Chanda, Brindavana Chandaa, Devaki Nandana Radhae Sham,
Anathanatha Deena bandhu Radhe Govindaa Radhae Sham Jaya Radhae Sham

Gopala Gopala
GopalaGopala We praise Lord
Gokulanandana Gopala. Krishna in His
Nandakumara Gopala. infinite forms as
Navaneetachora Gopala. everyones
GopalaGopala Protector and as
Gokulanandana Gopala. the One who
Apad-bandhava Anatha-rakshaka removes obstacles.
Akhiladhara Gopala

Hare Murare Madhu Kaitabhare

Hare Murare Madhu Kaitabhare Praising
Govinda Gopala Mukunda Shaure various names
Ananta Shreedhara Govinda Keshava of Lord Krishna
Mukunda Madhava Narayana who is Savior
Devakeetanaya Gopikaramana and Protector
Bhakta uddharana Trivikarama of devotees.

Choto So Mero, Madana Gopal

Choti Choti Gaiyan, Chote Chote Gwaal With all the little cows and little bullocks there is little
Choto so mero madana gopal (2) Krishna.

Aage Aage Gaiyan, Peeche Peeche Gwaal The cows are in front and the bullocks are in back, in the
Beecha mein mero madana gopal middle is little Krishna.

Kaare Kaare Gaiyan , Gore Gore Gwaal The cows are dark and the bullocks are fair, while little
Shyama Varana Mero Madana Gopal Krishna is radiating.

Ghas khave gaiya dudh pive gwaal The cows eat grass and the bullocks drink milk, little
Makhan khave mero madana gopal Krishna eats makhan.

Choti choti lakuti chote chote hath With his small hands and fingers little Krishna plays the
Bansi bajave mero madana Gopal flute.

Choti choti sakhiyam madhuban bal With all of the milkmaids, little Krishna plays raas in the
Raas rachave Mero madana Gopal Madhuban.

Choti Choti Gaiyan, Chote Chote Gwaal With all the little cows and little bullocks there is little
Choto so mero madana gopal Krishna.

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 Shiva Bhajans
Bolo Bolo Sab Mil Bolo Om Namah Shivaya
Bolo Bolo Sab Mil Bolo Om Namah Shivaya Chant in worship of Lord Shiva and surrender to
Om Namah Shivaya, Om Namah Shivaya Him. He bears the Ganges in His twisted locks of
Jhuta Jata Me Gangadhari hair. He holds the trident and His drum plays
Trishula Dhari Damaru Bajave Dama Dama. The atmosphere echoes with
Dama Dama Dama Dama Damaru Baja Shivas name.
Gunj Utha Om Namah Shivaya
Om Namah Shivaya (4x)

Bolanatha Hare Jagadeesha

Bolanatha Hare Jagadeesha Sing of Shiva, Sing of the Lord of the World,
Saileshwara Hara Uma Mahesha whose consort is Uma. He is the destroyer
Bolanatha Hare Jagadeesha of birth and death; from whose head the
Bhava Bhaya Haari Hey Tripurari River Ganga gushes out; who is none other
Shiva Gangadhara Sai Murari than Sai.
Bholanath Bholanath Sai Nath Sai Nath

Om Shiva Om
Om Shiva Om Shiva Paratpara Shiva Praising the
Omkara Shiva, tava Sharanam various names of
Namami Shankara Bhajami Shankara Shiva and Parvati
Umamaheshvara tava sharanam Om Shiva Ma.
Gauree Shankara Shambho Shankara
Samba Sadashiva tava Sharanam Om Shiva

Dhum Dhum Dhum Dhum Damaroo Bhaje

Dhum Dhum Dhum Dhum Damaroo Bhaje Praise the damarro
Hara Bolanatha Shiva Shambho Bhaje that goes Dhum! ,
Ghana Ghana Ghana Ghana Ghanta Bhaje Praise the beloved
Hare Gaurinatha Shiva Shambho Bhaje of Gauri!
Hara Sainatha Shiva Shambho Bhaje

Om Namah Shivaya
Om Namah Shivaya Bolo Om Namah Shivaya This great mantra of Lord Shiva is the
Shiva Shambhu Ka Maha Mantra Hai Mukti Ka Upaya path to your freedom. Oh devotees,
Om Namah Shivaya Bolo Om Namah Shivaya bestow your lives to Shri Ram. May
Shri Ram Ke Charano Mein Bhakto Yeh Jeevan Balidaan Ram and Sita be with us.
Om Namah Shivaya Bolo Om Namah Shivaya
Ram Siya Ram Siya Ram Jai Jai Ram
Han Bolo Ram Siya Ram Siya Ram Jai Jai Ram

He Indu Shekara Raja Shiva Raja Shankara

He Indu Shekara Raja Shiva Raja Shankara Chant the name of the moon-crested Lord
Shiva Raja Shankara Shiva, Shankar, Lord of all Lords, Who
Hara Hara Shiva Shiva Pinaka Vaibhava Raja Shankara holds the mighty powerful "Pinaka"
Shiva Raja Shankara Trident.)
Natankahaldhara Nruthya Sundara Raja Shankara
Shiva Raja Shankara

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Humko Maan Shakti Dena Sankara sadasiva
Humko Maan ke Shakti Dena Sankara sadasiva
Maan Vijaya Kare Sankara sadasiva chandrashekhara
Dusaro Ki Jaya Sey Pehla Chandrashekhara gaurishankara
Kudha Ko Jay Kare Nilakanta suladhari chandrashekhara
Phalanetra tripurari gaurishankara
Bhed Bhav Aapne Dil Se Saaf Sakhe
Dosaton Se Bhol Hoto Maaf Kar Sakhe Vedarupa visvanatha chandrashekhara
Joota Se Bacherea Saach Kadam Bare Kalaharana kamadahana chandrashekhara
Dusaro Ki Jaya Sey Pehla Kudha Ko Jay Kare
Humko Maan ke Shakti Dena Govinda naranaya keshava hare
Keshava hare madhava hare
Mushkiley Bare Tho Aampe Itana Karam Kar Vasudeva cakradhari keshava hare
Saatha Dey To Dharam Ka Chale Tho Dharam Par Meghashyama srimurari madhava hare
Khuda Pe Hosala Re Badhi Se Na Daare
Dusaro Ki Jaya Sey Pehla Kudha Ko Jay Kare Nanda tanaya indu vadana keshava hare
Humko Maan ke Shakti Dena Kamalanayana vimalasadana keshava hare
Maan Vijaya Kare

Shankara Chandrasheka Shankara Bhajarae Gursharanam

Shankara Chandrashekara Gangadhara Sumanohara Shankara Bhajarae Gursharanam
Pahimam Paremeshawara Mriyunjaya Vishweshwara Dhustarabhava Sagara tharanam

Neelakanta Palenethra Pasmabhushitha Sundhara Gurumaharaj Guru jai jai

Pahimam Abhaiyankara Vyagra Charmambhardhara Swami Natha sat gur jai jai
Om namas Shivaya Om namas Shivaya
Thandavapriya Jayanatesha Vishwanatha Maheswara Om namas Shivaya Shivaya namas Om
Pahimam Karunakara Girijesha Omkareshwara
Arunachala Shiva Arunachala Shiva
Shankara Chandrashekara Gangadhara Sumanohara Arunachala Shiva ArunaShivom
Pahimam Paremeshawara Mriyunjaya Vishweshwara Om namas Shivaya Om namas Shivaya
Om namas Shivaya Shivaya namas Om

Sankara Sankara
Sankara sankara
Sankara sankara sankara
Sankara abhayankara
Pahi mam krpakara
Pahi mam paramesvara

Sankara sankara sankara

Sankara abhayankara
Pahi mam krpakara
Pahi mam sarvesvara

Sankara sankara sankara

Sankara abhayankara
Pahi mam krpakara
Pahi mam jagadisvara

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Arunchala Siva
Arunchala Siva, Arunchala Siva,
Arunchala Siva, Arunchala!
Arunchala Siva, Arunchala Siva,
Arunchala Siva, Arunchala!
1.
Aru/n/chala/mena Arunachala! Thou dost root out the ego of those who
Aha/m/ninaip/pavar meditate on Thee in the heart, Oh Arunachala!
Aha/taiv/rarup/py
Arun/chal.
2.
Azha/hu/sundaram/pl May Thou and I be one and inseparable like Azhagu and
Aha/mum/n/yumutru Sundara, Oh Arunachala!
Abhin/nam/yirup/pm
Arun/chal.
3.
Aham/buhum/drt/tun Entering (my) home and luring me (to Thine) why didst
Aha/guhai/sira/yy Thou keep me prisoner in Thy heart's cavern, Oh
Amar/vitta/den/kol Arunchala?
Arun/chal.
4.
/ruk/k/venai Was it for Thy pleasure or for my sake Thou didst win me?
Yn/danai/yahat/ridil If now Thou turn me away, the world will blame Thee, Oh
Aki/lam/pazhit/tidum Arunachala!
Arun/chal.
5.
Ip/pazhi/tap/punai Escape this blame! Why didst thou then recall Thyself to
n/ninaip/pit/ty me? How can I leave Thee now, Oh Arunachala?
Ini/yr/vidu/vr
Arun/chal.
6.
n/dridum/an/naiyil (a) Kinder far art Thou than one's own mother. Is this then
Peri/darul/puri/vy Thy all-kindness, Oh Arunachala?
Idu/v/una/darul (b) Kinder indeed art Thou than one's own mother, such is
Arun/chal. thy love, Oh Arunachala!
7.
Unai/y/mt/ri (a) Sit firmly in my mind, lest it elude Thee, Oh Arunachala!
/d/dulat/tinml (b) Change not Thy nature and flee, but hold fast in my
Uru/diy/yiru/py mind, Oh Arunachala!
Arun/chal.
8. (a) Display Thy beauty, for the fickle mind to see Thee
r/sut/rulam/vid forever and to rest (in peace), Oh Arunachala!
Dunaik/kan/dadan/gida (b) The strumpet mind will cease to walk the streets if only
Un/nazha/haik/kt she finds Thee. Disclose thy beauty then and hold her
Arun/chal. bound, Oh Arunachala!
9. (c) The mind by her unsteadiness prevents my seking Thee
Enai/yazhit/tip/p and finding peace; (hold her and) grant me the vision of thy
Denaik/kala/v/vidil beauty, Oh Arunachala!
Idu/v/n/mai
Arun/chal. After abducting me if now Thou dost not embrace me,
10. where is Thy chivalry, Oh Arunachala?
/ninda/urak/kam
Enaip/pirar/izhuk/ka
Idu/vunak/kazha/h Does it become Thee thus to sleep when I am outraged by
Arun/chal. others, Oh Arunachala?
11.
Aim/bulak/kal/var Even when the thieves of the five senses break in upon me,
Ahat/tinil/puhum/b art Thou not still in my heart, Oh Arunachala?
Dahat/tiln/ilai/y
Arun/chal.

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12.
Oru/van/mun/nai One art Thou without a second; who then could dare elude Thee
Olit/tevar/varu/vr and come in? This is only Thy jugglery, Oh Arunachala!
Un/s/d/idu
Arun/chal.

Arunchala Siva

Murugan Bhajan
Subrahmanyam Subrahmanyam
Subrahmanyam Subrahmanyam Sing the names of Lord
Shanmukhanatha Subrahmanyam
Subramanyam, Lord with
Subrahmanyam Subrahmanyam six faces, Son of Shiva;
Shanmukhanatha Subrahmanyam
Sing the names of Lord
Shiva Shiva Shiva Shiva Subrahmanyam Subramanyam and of
Hara Hara Hara Hara Subrahmanyam Shiva; Sing in praise of
Shiva Shiva Shiva Shiva Subrahmanyam
Lord Subramanyam who
Hara Hara Hara Hara Subrahmanyam was born in the forest
Shiva Sharavanabhava Subrahmanyam called Sharavanabhava
Guru Sharavanabhava Subrahmanyam
and served as Shivas
Shiva Shiva Hara Hara Subrahmanyam guru.
Hara Hara Shiva Shiva Subrahmanyam

General Bhajans
Hari Hari
Hari Hari Hari Hari Chant and remember Lord Narayana.
Smrana karo. Concentrate and meditate on the power of His
Haricharanakamala feet. Serve the Lord by performing good deeds,
Dhyana karo. loving humanity, and with focused prayer and
Muralee-Madhava meditation. Sing His Name.
Seva karo.
Murahara Giridharee
Bhajana karo.
Hari Hari

Guru Deva Sharanam Deva

Guru Deva Sharanam Deva We surrender to our Guru and God, beautiful
Pahi Prabho Sharanam Deva Lord Hari.
Guru Deva Sharanam Deva
Sundara Rupa Shri Sahi Deva
Sharanam Sharanam Sadguru Deva

Jay Guru Om Kara

Jaya guru om kara, jaya jaya Victory to you the teacher Oh symbol of OM,
Sat guru om kara, om the symbol of our consciousness All of our
Bramha Vishnu Sadha Shiva trinity, Bramha, Vishnu and Shiva are
Om guru jaya guru mahadeva represented in you Victory to that guru!

Ab Somp Diya Is Jivanka

Ab somp diya is jivanka I surrender my life unto Thee, 0 Lord.
Saba bhaar tumhaare haathome, I hand my problems unto Thee.
Hai jeet tumhaare haathome, My success and failure are in Thy Hands.
Aur haar tumhaare haathome...

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Mera nischai bas ek yahi, I have made a firm decision to reach Thee.
Ek baar tumhe paa jaaun mein, I surrender all my love unto Thee.
Arpan kardoo duniya bhar ka
Saba pyaar tumhaare haathome...

Jo jagme rahoo tau saise rahoo If I have to live in the world, let it be (without
Jyo jalme kamalka phool rahe attachment) like lotus flower in water (which is
Mere saba guna dosh samarpiet ho untouched by water). I submit all my merits
Bhagawan tumhaare haathome. and demerits unto Thee.

Yadi maanavka mujhe Janma miele If born in human form, may I ever be a
Tau tava charano ka pujan banoo servant at Thy feet. I hand over all my
Isa pujak kie ek ek rag ka responsibilities to Thee.
Ho taar tumhaare haathome...

Jaba jaba samsaar ka kaidie bano Whenever I am enslaved in this world, let
Nishkaam bhaavse karma karoo mevwork for Your cause without desiring any
Phir anta samayame praan tajoo fruit of the results. At the end of my lifes
Niraakaar tumhaare haathome. joumey may I merge unto Thee.

Mujhme tujhme bas bhed yahee The difference between us, 0 Lord, is that
Mal nar hooh turn naaraayana ho You are limitless and I am limited. You are
Mai hooh samsaar ke haathome the Controller and I am the controlled.
Sansaar Tumhaare Haathome

Eh Malik Tere Bande Hum

Eh Malik Tere Bande Hum Oh God! We are your children, our deed should
Aise Ho Hamare Baram be that we should follow the path of goodness
Naake Par Chalen Aur Badhin Se Talain and keep away from bad deeds and acts, so we
Taaki Hastein Hua Nikle Dum can die happily.

Eh Malik Tere Bande Hum

Bada Kamzor Hai Aadmi We human beings are very weak; we have so
Abhi Laakhon Hai Isme Kami many deficiencies, but you exist; you are
Bada Kamzor Hai Aadmi benevolent and merciful.
Abhi Lakhon Hai Isme Kami Due to your mercy this world is surviving. You
Par Tu Jo Khara, Hai Dayaloo Bada have given birth to us and you will also tolerate
Teri Kripa Se Dharti Thami our all pains and evils. When we have to face
Diya Tune Hamein Jab Janam troubles and tortures in our life, then you are
Tu Hi Jhelega Hum Sab Ka Gham the only one who can hold us and give us light.
Naake Par Chalen Aur Badhin Se Talain
Taaki Hastein Hua Nikle Dum

Eh Malik Tere Bande Hum

When there are crimes and atrocities among us,
Jab Zulmon Ka Ho Saamna hold our hand and lead us to the right path. No
Tab Tu Hi Hamein Thamna matter who commits these crimes, we will
Jab Zulmon Ka Ho Saamna always do good and never have the want of
Tab Tu Hi Hamein Thamna revenge. May there be more and more love in
Who Burayee Karein, Hum Bhalayee Karein society and every kind of hate be erased from
Nahi Badle Ki Ho Kaamna within us.
Bad Uthe Pyar Ka Har Kadam
Aur Mite Vair Ka Yeh Badam
Naake Par Chalen Aur Badhin Se Talain
Taaki Hastein Hua Nikle Dum

Eh Malik Tere Bande Hum

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Hai Andera ghana Chha Raha Everywhere there is darkness and man is
Tera Insan Ghabra Raha getting nervous because of it. He is losing his
Hai Andhera Ghana Chha Raha identity and his sun is setting. Light him up in
Tera Insan Ghabra Raha your light which is so powerful that turns a new
Ho Raha Be Khabar, Kuchh Na Aata Nazar, moon into a full moon.
Us Ka Sooraj Duba Ja Raha
Hai Tere Roshni Mein Jo Dam
Tu Amavas Ko Kar De Poonam
Naake Par Chalen Aur Badhin Se Talain
Taaki Hastein Hua Nikle Dum
Eh Malik Tere Bande Hum
Aise Ho Hamare Baram
Naake Par Chalen Aur Badhin Se Talain
Taaki Hastein Hua Nikle Dum
Sharan Mein Aye
Sharan mein aye heyn hum tumari,
Daya karo hey dayalu bhagawan.
Sudharo bigdi dasha hamari,
Daya karo hey dayalu bhagawan.
Na hum mein bul hai, na hum mein shakti,
Na hum mein sadhan, na hum mein bhakti.
Teri daya ke hum bhikari,
Daya karo hey dayalu bhagawan (Sharan)
Jo hum ho thakur, jo hum pujari,
Jo hum ho data, jo hum bhikhari.
Daya ki drishti sada hi rakhna,
Daya karo hey dayalu bhagawan (Sharan)
Jo hum bhale heyn to hum heyn tere,
Jo hum bure heyn to hum heyn tere.
Kripa ki drishti sada hi rakhna,
Daya karo hey dayalu bhagawan (Sharan)

Urgi Amari, Shuno Shri Nathji

Urgi Amari, Shuno Shri Nathji Layja Jay Thara Please listen to my wish, Shri Nathji,
Dhama Ma, Hare Vale Take me to where you live.
Urgi Amari, Shuno Shri Nathji Layja Jay Thara O my helper during my end time,
Dhama Ma Dont push me away,
I have already arrived at your doorstep.
Hare Mara Antha Samai Na Bheli Take me to where you live.
Hare Have Maylo Nahi Hada Saali
Hare Hathi Avi Ubo Thame Dware Shri Nathji You are a sea of pity.
Layja Jay Thara Dhama Ma I just want one drop of it,
The sea wont dry up in just one drop.
Hare Nathe Karuna Thana Cho Sindhu Take me to where you live.
Hare Hatho Ye Chu Chu Ek Aja Bindhu
Hare Eke Bindu Mein Nai Thai Ochu Shri Read my insides if you like.
Nathji Layja Jay Thara Dhama Ma Just by looking at Mehndhi leaves you cant say
it colors red
Hare Mara Anthara Layjo Vachi Yet the red color is spread throughout the leaf.
Hare Nathi Mehndhi Ma Leli Lakathi Take me to where you live.
Hare Panay Panay Eh Prasari Jathi Shri Nathji
Layja Jay Thara Dhama Ma Who am I to make you understand?
If you want, I can open up my inside (heart)
Hare Thanay Samju Nay Shu Samjavu and show you.
Hare Ketho Anthar Koli Nay Bathavu Your devotee only has one hope.
Hare Thare Bhaktho Nay Ekaj Eshe Shri Nathji Take me to where you live.
Layja Jay Thara Dhama Ma
Urgi Amari, Shuno Shri Nathji Layja Jay Thara
Dhama Ma
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Raghupati Raghav Raja Ram
Raghupati Raghav Raja Ram O King of the Raghukul Dynasty, Ram!
Pati Tapavan Sita Ram Purifying all Evils, Sita Ram, Your Name Is
Eeshwar Allah Tero Naam God In Any Form. Bless Us All, 0 Divine One!
Sab Ko Sanmati De Bhagwan

Raghupati Raghav Raja Ram

Pati Tapavan Sita Ram

Jal Mein Ram Thal Mein Ram Ram Is In The Sea, Ram Is On Earth. You Are
Sare Jag Mein Tu Hi Ram Everywhere In Life. Ram, From Your Heart,
Ram Ram Ram Ram Say Jai Sita Ram!
Prem Se Bolo Jai Siya Ram

Raghupati Raghav Raja Ram

Pati Tapavan Sita Ram

Kaushalya Ke Pyare Ram The Beloved Son Of Kaushaliya The Victorious

Dashrath Raj Dulare Ram Successor Of King Dasrath. Ram, From Your
Ram Ram Ram Ram Heart, Say Jai Sita Ram!
Prem Se Bolo Jai Siya Ram

Raghupati Raghav Raja Ram

Pati Tapavan Sita Ram

Jag Mein So Sundar Naam There Are Two Beautiful Phrases In The World
Sita Ram Jai Jai Shri Hanuman Sita Ram And Jai Shri Hanuman.

Raghupati Raghav Raja Ram

Pati Tapavan Sita Ram

Shree Hanuman Chalisa

Shri Guru Charan Saroj Raj After cleansing the mirror of my mind with the pollen
Nij mane mukure sudhar dust of holy Guru's Lotus feet. I Profess the pure,
Varnao Raghuvar Vimal Jasu untainted glory of Shri Raghuvar which bestows the four-
Jo dayaku phal char fold fruits of life.(Dharma, Artha, Kama and Moksha).

Budhi Hin Tanu Janike Fully aware of the deficiency of my intelligence, I

Sumirau Pavan Kumar concentrate my attention on Pavan Kumar and humbly
Bal budhi Vidya dehu mohe ask for strength, intelligence and true knowledge to
Harahu Kalesa Vikar relieve me of all blemishes, causing pain.

Jai Hanuman gyan gun sagar Victory to thee, O'Hanuman! Ocean of Wisdom-All
Jai Kapis tihun lok ujagar hail to you O'Kapisa! (fountain-head of power,wisdom
and Shiva-Shakti) You illuminate all the three worlds
(Entire cosmos) with your glory.

Ram doot atulit bal dhama You are the divine messenger of Shri Ram. The
Anjani-putra Pavan sut nama repository of immeasurable strength, though known
only as Son of Pavan (Wind), born of Anjani.

Mahavir Vikram Bajrangi With Limbs as sturdy as Vajra (The mace of God Indra)
Kumati nivar sumati Ke sangi you are valiant and brave. On you attends good Sense
and Wisdom. You dispel the darkness of evil thoughts.

Kanchan varan viraj subesa Your physique is beautiful golden coloured and your dress
Kanan Kundal Kunchit Kesa is pretty. You wear ear rings and have long curly hair.

Hath Vajra Aur Dhuvaje Viraje You carry in your hand a lightening bolt along with a victory

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Kandhe moonj janehu sajai (kesari) flag and wear the sacred thread on your shoulder.

Sankar suvan kesri Nandan As a descendant of Lord Sankar, you are a comfort and pride
Tej pratap maha jag vandan of Shri Kesari. With the lustre of your Vast Sway, you are
propitiated all over the universe.

Vidyavan guni ati chatur You are the repository of learning, virtuous and fully accom-
Ram kaj karibe ko aatur plished, always keen to carry out the behest's of Shri Ram.

Prabu charitra sunibe ko rasiya You are an ardent listener, always so keen to listen to the
Ram Lakhan Sita man Basiya narration of Shri Ram's Life Stories. Your heart is filled with
what Shri Ram stood for. You therefore always dwell in the
hearts of Shri Ram, Lakshman and Sita.

Sukshma roop dhari Siyahi dikhava You appeared before Sita in a Diminutive form and spoke to
Vikat roop dhari lanka jarava her in humility. You assumed an awesome form and struck
terror by setting Lanka on fire.

Bhima roop dhari asur sanghare With over-whelming might you destroyed the Asuras
Ramachandra ke kaj sanvare (demons) and performed all tasks assigned to you by Shri Ram with
great skill.

Laye Sanjivan Lakhan Jiyaye You brought Sanjivan (A herb that revives life) and restored
Shri Raghuvir Harashi ur laye Lakshman back to life, Shri Raghuvir (Shri Ram) cheerfully
embraced you with his heart full of joy.

Raghupati Kinhi bahut badai Shri Raghupati (Shri Ram) lustily extolled your excellence
Tum mam priye Bharat-hi sam bhai and said: "You are as dear to me as my own brother Bharat."

Sahas badan tumharo yash gaave Thousands of living beings are chanting hymns of your glories;
Us kahi Shripati kanth lagaave saying thus, Shri Ram warmly hugged him (Shri Hanuman).

Sankadik Brahmadi Muneesa When prophets like Sanka, even the Sage like Lord Brahma,
Narad Sarad sahit Aheesa the great hermit Narad himself, Goddess Saraswati and Ahisha
(one of immeasurable dimensions).

Yam Kuber Digpal Jahan te Even Yamraj (God of Death) Kuber (God of Wealth) and the
Kavi kovid kahi sake kahan te Digpals (deputies guarding the four corners of the Universe)
have been vying with one another in offering homage to your
glories. How then, can a mere poet give adequate expression
of your super excellence.

Tum upkar Sugreevahin keenha You rendered a great service to Sugriv. You united him with
Ram milaye rajpad deenha Shri Ram and he installed him on the Royal Throne.

Tumharo mantra Vibheeshan mana By heeding your advice, Vibhishan became Lord of Lanka.
Lankeshwar Bhaye Sub jag jana This is known all over the Universe.

Yug sahastra jojan par Bhanu On your own you dashed upon the Sun, which is at a fabulous
Leelyo tahi madhur phal janu distance of thousands of miles, thinking it to be a sweet
luscious fruit.

Prabhu mudrika meli mukh mahee Carrying the Lord's Signet Ring in your mouth, there is
Jaladhi langhi gaye achraj nahee hardly any wonder that you easily leapt across the ocean.

Durgaam kaj jagat ke jete The burden of all difficult tasks of the world become light
Sugam anugraha tumhre tete with your kind grace.

Ram dware tum rakhvare, You are the sentry at the door of Shri Ram's Divine Abode.
Hoat na agya binu paisare No one can enter it without your permission,

Sub sukh lahai tumhari sarna All comforts of the world lie at your feet. The devotees enjoy all
Tum rakshak kahu ko dar na divine pleasures and feel fearless under your benign Protection.
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Aapan tej samharo aapai You alone are befitted to carry your own splendid valour. All the
Teenhon lok hank te kanpai three worlds (entire universe) tremor at your thunderous call.

Bhoot pisach Nikat nahin aavai All the ghosts, demons and evil forces keep away, with the
Mahavir jab naam sunavai sheer mention of your great name, O'Mahaveer!!

Nase rog harai sab peera All diseases, pain and suffering disappear on reciting regularly
Japat nirantar Hanumant beera Shri Hanuman's holy name.

Sankat se Hanuman chudavai Those who remember Shri Hanuman in thought, words and deeds
Man Karam Vachan dyan jo lavai with Sincerity and Faith, are rescued from all crises in life.

Sub par Ram tapasvee raja All who hail, worship and have faith in Shri Ram as the Supreme
Tin ke kaj sakal Tum saja Lord and the king of penance. You make all their difficult tasks
very easy.

Aur manorath jo koi lavai Whosoever comes to you for fulfillment of any desire with faith &
Sohi amit jeevan phal pavai sincerity, Will he alone secure the imperishable fruit of human life.

Charon Yug partap tumhara All through the four ages your magnificent glory is acclaimed far
Hai persidh jagat ujiyara and wide. Your fame is Radiantly acclaimed all over the Cosmos.

Sadhu Sant ke tum Rakhware You are Saviour and the guardian angel of Saints and Sages and
Asur nikandan Ram dulhare destroy all Demons. You are the angelic darling of Shri Ram.

Ashta sidhi nav nidhi ke dhata You can grant to any one, any yogic power of Eight Siddhis
Us var deen Janki mata (power to become light and heavy at will) and Nine Nidhis
(Riches,comfort,power,prestige,fame,sweet relationship etc.)
This boon has been conferred upon you by Mother Janki.

Ram rasayan tumhare pasa You possess the power of devotion to Shri Ram. In all rebirths
Sada raho Raghupati ke dasa you will always remain Shri Raghupati's most dedicated disciple.

Tumhare bhajan Ram ko pavai Through hymns sung in devotion to you, one can find Shri Ram
Janam janam ke dukh bisravai and become free from sufferings of several births.

Anth kaal Raghuvir pur jayee If at the time of death one enters the Divine Abode of Shri Ram,
Jahan janam Hari-Bakht Kahayee thereafter in all future births he is born as the Lord's devotee.

Aur Devta Chit na dharehi One need not entertain any other deity for Propitiation, as
Hanumanth se hi sarve sukh karehi devotion of Shri Hanuman alone can give all happiness.

Sankat kate mite sab peera One is freed from all the sufferings and ill fated contingencies of
Jo sumirai Hanumat Balbeera rebirths in the world. One who adores and remembers Hanuman.

Jai Jai Jai Hanuman Gosahin Hail, Hail, Hail, Shri Hanuman, Lord of senses. Let your victory
Kripa Karahu Gurudev ki nyahin over the evil be firm and final. Bless me in the capacity as my
supreme guru (teacher).

Jo sat bar path kare kohi One who recites Chalisa one hundred times, becomes free from the
Chutehi bandhi maha sukh hohi bondage of life and death and enjoys the highest bliss at last.

Jo yah padhe Hanuman Chalisa All those who recite Hanuman Chalisa (The forty Chaupais)
Hoye siddhi sakhi Gaureesa regularly are sure to be benedicted. Such is the evidence of no less a
witness as Bhagwan Sankar.
Tulsidas sada hari chera Tulsidas as a bonded slave of the Divine Master, stays perpetually
Keejai Das Hrdaye mein dera at his feet, he prays "Oh Lord! You enshrine within my heart & soul."

Pavantnai sankar haran, Oh! conqueror of the Wind, Destroyer of all miseries, you are a
Mangal murti roop. symbol of Auspiciousness.
Ram Lakhan Sita sahit, Along with Shri Ram, Lakshman and Sita, reside in my heart.
Hrdaye basahu sur bhoop. Oh! King of Gods.

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 Madhurashtakam
Mahaprabhu Srimad Vallabhacharya (1479-1531)is one of the greatest sage-philosophers of India. He belonged to a
Telugu family and was one of the foremost followers of Bhakti Marga. He established his philosophy of Pushti
Marga in north India during the 16th century.His bhakti was much more than devotion. It was becoming mad in
the thought of God. According to him, the devotee does not see anything except his Lord everywhere.
Madhurashtakam, written by him, sees sweetness in his Lord inch by inch. This translation into verse has taken the
liberty of adding the name of the Lord here and there so that the meaning is very clear and the translation becomes
a verse.
Adharam Madhuram, Vadanam Madhram, Sweet are thine lips, Krishna,
Nayanam Madhuram, Hasitham Maduram, So is thine sweet cherubic face,
Hrudhayam Madhuram, Gamanam Maduram, Sweet are thine jet black eyes, Krishna
Madhuradhipather Akhilam Madhuram So is thine soulful laugh,
Sweet is thine loving heart, Krishna
So is thine beautiful gait,
Hey king of all sweetness in this world,
Everything about Thee is sweet.

Vachanam Madhuram, Charitham Madhuram, Sweet are thine sweetest words, Krishna,
Vasanam Madhuram, Valitham Madhuram, So is thine divine story.
Chalitham Madhuram, Bramitham Maduram, Sweet is the place of your stay , Krishna,
Madhurathipather Akhilam Madhuram. So is thine greatness,
Sweet are thine movements, Krishna,
So is thine confusion.
Hey king of all sweetness in this world,
Everything about Thee is sweet.

Venur Madhura, Renur Madhura, Sweet is thine flute , Krishna,

Panir Madhura, Padhou Madhura, So is thine foot-dust,
Nrithyam Madhuram, Sakhyam Madhuram, Sweet are thine hands Krishna,
Madurathipather Akhilam Maduram So are thine feet.
Sweet is thine dance Krishna,
So is thine friendship.
Hey king of all sweetness in this world,
Everything about Thee is sweet

Geetham Madhuram, Peetham Madhuram, Sweet is thine song, Krishna,

Bhuktham Madhuram,Suptham Madhuram, So is what you drink,
Roopam Madhuram, Thilakam Madhuram Sweet is what you eat, Krishna,
Madhurathipather akhilam Madhuram. So is your sleep,
Sweet are thine looks , Krishna,
So is thine Thilaka,
Hey king of all sweetness in this world,
Everything about Thee is sweet.

Karanam Madhram, Tharanam Madhuram, Sweet are thine deeds, Krishna,

Haranam Madhuram, Ramanam Madhuram, So is thine path of salvation,
Vamitham Madhuram, Samitham Maduram, Sweet is thine theft , Krishna,
Madhurathipather Akhilam Madhuram. So is thine play of love,
Sweet are thine oblations, Krishna,
So is thine tranquility,
Hey king of all sweetness in this world,
Everything about Thee is sweet

Gunja Madhura, Mala Madhura, Sweet is thine necklace of berries, Krishnam

Yamuna Madhura, Veechi Madhura, So is thine garland,
Salilam Madhuram, Kamalam Madhuram, Sweet is thine river Yamuna, Krishna,
Madhurathipather Akhilam Madhuram. So are the ripples in the river,
Sweet is thine water , Krishna,
So is the lotus in the water,
Hey king of all sweetness in this world,
Everything about Thee is sweet

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Gopi Madhura, Leela Madhura, Sweet are thine Gopis , Krishna,
Yuktham Madhuram, Muktham Madhuram, So is thine playful sport,
Drishtam Madhuram,Sishtam Madhram, Sweet are thine right thoughts,Krishna,
Madhurathipather akhilam Madhuram So is thine salvation,
Sweet is what you see, Krishna,
So is what is left out,
Hey king of all sweetness in this world,
Everything about Thee is sweet

Gopa Madhura, Gavo Madhura, Sweet are thine Gopas , Krishna,

Yashtir Madhura, Srushtir Madhra, So are thine cows,
Dhalitham Madhram, Phalitham Madhuram, Sweet is thine staff, Krishna,
Madhurathipather akhilam Madhuram So is thine creation,
Sweet is what you trample , Krishna,
So are thine jokes,
Hey king of all sweetness in this world,
Everything about Thee is sweet

Aarthis
Om Jaya Jagadisha Hare
Om Jaya Jagadisha Hare Glory be unto the Lord.
Swami Jaya Jagadisha Hare He resolves in an instant all the problems of his
Bhakta Jano Ke Sankata worshippers.
Dasa Jano Ke Sankata Glory be unto the Lord.
Kshana Mein Door Kare
Om Jaya Jagadisha Hare

Jo Dhyaave Phal Paave He who praises is rewarded,

Dukha Binase Man Ka His mental agony is gone,
Swami Dukha Binase Man Ka Peace and riches may come home,
Sukha Sampati Ghar Aave Physical pain may go off.
Sukha Sampati Ghar Aave Glory be unto the Lord.
Kashta Mite Man Ka
Om Jaya Jagadisha Hare

Mata Pita Tum Mere You are my mother and my father

Sharana Padu Main Kisaki From who else can I seek refuge?
Swami Sharana Padu Main Kisaki No one but you is mine,
Tum Bina Aur Na Dooja On whom can I have hope?
Prabhu Bina Aur Na Dooja Glory be unto the Lord!
Aasa Karu Main Jisaki
Om Jaya Jagadisha Hare

Tuma Pooran Parmathmaa You are the perfect supersoul.

Tuma Antaryami You are the inner governor
Swami Tum Antaryami Transcendental supreme being
Para Brahma Parameshwara Youre the master of all
Para Brahma Parameshwara Glory be unto the Lord!
Tum Sab Ke Swami
Om Jaya Jagadisha Hare

Tuma Karuna Ke Saagar You are the ocean of mercy

Tuma Paalana Kartaa You are the provider.
Swami Tum Paalana Kartaa I am your servant, O Lord!
Mein Murakh Khal Kaamee Be kind, O Nourisher!
Mein Sevaka Tuma Swami Glory be unto the Lord!
Kripa Karo Bharataa
Om Jaya Jagadisha Hare
Tuma Ho Ek Agochar You are the sole immobile,
Sab Ke Pranapati You are the Lord of all souls,
Swami Sab Ke Pranapati How can I see, O kind Lord
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Kisa Vidha Milun Dayamaya To you, my perverted mind.
Kisa Vidha Milun Krupamaya Glory be unto the Lord!
Tum Ko Main Kumati
Om Jaya Jagadisha Hare

Deena Bandhu Dukh Hartaa O friend of the poor! Savior! You are my favorite God,
Tuma Rakshaka Mere Youre my savior Lord!
Swami Tuma Rakshaka Mere Extend your merciful hand! O hug me, dear Lord!
Karuna Hastha Uthaoo I am lying at your doorsteps.
Apne Sharana Badhao Glory be unto the Lord.
Dwaara Padaa Tere
Om Jaya Jagadisha Hare

Vishaya Vikara Mitao

Paap Haro Deva Eliminate all sensuality, absolve me of all my sins.
Swami Paap Haro Deva Absolve me of all my sins.
Shraddha Bhakti Badaoo Deepen the faith and devotion!
Shraddha Prem Badaoo Serve the godly beings,
Santana Ki Sevaa Glory be unto the Lord!
Om Jaya Jagadisha Hare

Tana Mana Dhana Body and riches are yours,

Sab Hai Tera O, all these are yours,
Swami Sab Kuch Hai Tera When offering yours to you,
Tera Tuj Ko Arpan It is no favor at all,
Tera Tuj Ko Arpan Glory be unto the Lord!
Kyaa Laage Mera
Om Jaya Jagadisha Hare

Om Jaya Jagadisha Hare Glory be unto the Lord

Swami Jaya Jagadisha Hare He resolves in an instant all the problems of his
Bhakta Jano Ke Santana worshippers.
Dasa Jano Ke Sankata Glory be unto the Lord.
Kshana Mein Doora kare
Om Jaya Jagadisha Hare

Maataji ni Aarti

Jaya aadhya shakti. Maa jaya adhya shakti

Akhand brahmand nibhavyan (2) padave pragatyan maa om jay om jay om maa jagdambe

Dwitiya bay swaroop Shiva shakti janoo. maa Shiva shakti janoo
Brahma Ganapati gaavun (2) har gaavun har maa om jay om jay om maa jagdambe

Tritiya tran swaroop. tribhuvanman betha. maa tribhuvanman betha

Traya thaki taraveni (2) tun taraverni maa om jay om jay om maa jagdambe

Chothe chatura mahalaxmi maa sacharachar vyapya maa sacharachar vyapya

Char bhuja chau deesha (2) pragatya dakshina maa om jay om jay om maa jagdambe

Panchame pancha rushi. maa panchame goon padama

Pancha sahast tyan sohiya (2) panche tatwo maa om jay om jay om maa jagdambe

Shasthi tun Narayani. mahisasur maaryo maa mahisasur maaryo

Nar naree na roope (2) vyapya saghade maa om jay om maa jagdambe

Saptami sapta pataal sandhya saveetri, maa sandhya saveetri

Gau ganga Gayatree (2) Gauri Geeta maa om jay om jay om maa jagdambe

Asthami astha bhooja aayee ananda maa aayee ananda maa

Suranar moonivar janamya (2) Devo daito maa omjay om jay om maa jagdambe

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Navami navakul naag. seve navadurga maa seve navadurga (2)
Navratri naa poojan. Shivratri naa archan kidha har brahama om jay om jay om maa jagdambe

Dashami dash avataar. jay vijiya dashmi. maa jay vijiya dashmi
Rame ram ramadya (2) Ravan rodyo maa om jay om jay om maa jagdambe

Ekadashi agiyarash, katyayani kaamaa maa katyayani kaamaa (2)

Kaam doorga Kaiika (2) Shyama ne Rama om jay om jay om maa jagdambe

Barase bala roop. Bahuchari Amba maa. maa Bahuchari Amba maa
Batuk bhairava sohiye. kal bhairava sohiye tara chhe tujamaa om jay om jay om maa jagdambe

Terase tulaja roop tun taruni mata. maa tun taruni mata
Brahma Vishnu sadashiv(2) Guna tara gata om jay om jay om maa jagdambe

Chaudashe chauda roop. chandi chamunda maa chandi chamunda

Bhava bhakti kain aapo, Potano kari stapho sinhavahani mata om jay om jay om maa jagdambe

Pooname kumbha bharyo. sambhalajo karoona maa sambhalajo karoona Vashistha deve vakhanya.
markanda deve vakhanya, gayee shubha kavita om jay om jay om

Savant sole sattavan solashe baavish maa solashe baavishe maa

Savant sole pragatyan (2) reva ne teere om jay om jay om maa jagdambe

Trambavati nagari. aayee roopavati nagari maa manchhavati nagari

Sola sahastra tyan sohiye(2) shama karo gauri maa daya karo gauri om jay om jay om....

Shivashakti ni aarti je koyee gaashe. Maa je bhave gaashe

Bhane Shivananda swami, sukha sampati thaasey. har kailashe jashey maa Amba dookha harashey om jay
om jay om maa jagdambe

Eke ek swaroop antar nava dharasho, maa antar nava dharasho

Bhola bhoodar ne bhajata, maa Ambane bhajata bhavasaagar tarasho om jay om jay om

Bhava na jaanoo, bhakti na jaanoo, nav jaanoo seva, maa nav jaanoo seva
Maata na das ne raakho (2) charanamrut leva om jay om jay om maa jagdambe.

Shri Satyanarayan Ji ki Aarti

Jau Lakshmi Shr Jai Lakshmi Ramana
Satyanarayan Swami jan patak harana : Tek :

Ratna judit sinhasan adabhut chhavi raje

Naarad karat niranjan ghanta dhwani baje : Om Jai :

Pragat bhaye kali karan dwij ko harsh diyo

Budha Brahman bankar kanachan mahal kiyo: Om Jai :

Durbal Bhil karal jin par kripa kari

Chandrachud ek raja jiska vipata hari : Om Jai :

Vaishya manorath payo shradha taj dini

So phal bhogyo Prabhuji pher stuti kini : Om Jai :

Bhav bhakti ke kaaran kshan-kshan roop dharyo

Shradha dharan kini tinko kaj saryo : Om Jai :

Gwal-bal sang raja van mein bhakti kari

Manvanchhit phal dina din dayal Hari : Om Jai :

Chadhat prasad sawaya kajali phal meva

Dhup, deep, tulsi se raji Satya Deva : Om Jai :

Shri Satyanarayanji ki jo aarti gave

Kahat Shivanand Swami manvachhit phal pave: Om Jai :

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Lakshmi Aarthi
Jai Lakshmi Mataa, Glory to you, O Mother, glory to you, mother
Maiyaa jaya Lakshmi Mataa Lakshmi. Shiva, Vishnu and Brahma meditate on
Tumako nishasina dhyaavata, you everyday and night.
Hara Vishnu vidhaataa
You are yourself the consort of Brahma, Rudra
Brahmaanii, Rudraanii, Kamalaa, and Vishnu and the mother of the world. The sage
Tuhi hai jaga Maataa Narada sings your praises and the Sun and the
Surya chandramaa dhyaavata, Moon meditate on you.
Naarada rishi gaata
As Durga, you grant both happiness and
Durgaa rupa nirantara, prosperity; and he who centres his attention on
Sukaha sampati daataa you becomes a recipient of all riddhis and siddhis-
Jo koi tumako dhyaavata, Prosperity and Accomplishment
Riddhi siddhi dhana pataa
None but you dwell in the nether regions of the
Tuhi hai pataala bansanti, earth and you alone ensure good luck, bring to
Tuhi shubha daataa light the effect of Karma (action) and protect all
Karma prabhaava prakaashaka, worldly treasures.
Jaganidhi ke traataa
All the virtues collect themselves where you have
Jisa ghara mein tuma rahati, your dwelling ; with your grace and favour even
Saba sadaguna aataa the impossible becomes possible without causing
Kara sake koi kara le, any nervous agitation.
Mana nahin ghabaraataa
No sacrifice can be performed without you (your
Tuma bina yagya na hove, grace), no one can obtain any garment (to cover
Vastra na koi paataa his body); it is from you that one obtains ones
Khaana paana ka vaibhava sustenance (food and drink).
Saba tumase hi aataa
O daughter of the Milky Ocean and the beauteous
Shubha guna mandira sundara, temple of all propitious virtues you are a living
Kshirodadhi jaataa mass of all the fourteen gems with which none
Ratana chaturdasha tuma hi, else is endowed.
Koi nahiin paataa

Aartii Lakshmi ji ki,

Jo koi nara gaataa
Ura ananda umanga ati,
Papa utara jaataa

Mantras after Aarthi

Karpur gauram karunaa avataaram, Twameva maata cha pitta twameva

Sansaar saaram bhujgendra haaram, Twameva bandhu chasaka twameva
Sadaa vasantam hridayaarvinde, Twameva Vidhya travenam twameva
Bhavam Bhavanni sahitam namaami Twameva Sarvam Mama Deva Deva.

Mangalam Bhagawaan Vishnu Kyena vachai manisin threvera

Mangalam Garuda Dhwaja Bhudhyat manava prakritra swabhava
Mangalam Pundari Kaaksha Karomi yadat sakalam parasmay
Mangalaaya Tanno Hari Narayanae ti samar payami

Sarva Mangala Maangalye Shri Krishna Govinda Hare Murari

Shive Sarvaatha Sadhike He Natha Naryana Vasudeva
Sharanye Tryambake Gauri Jhive Bipasvat Mrutha Metha Deva
Naaraayani Namoustute Govinda Damur Darama Davati

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 Om Shanti, Shanti, Shantih

Pictures taken from

http://www.balagokulam.org/kids/arts/color.php & http://www.4to40.com/activities/artcraft .

This compilation was possible by current and past HSC coordinators and members. We thank the
members of BUHSC for their continued contribution and enthusiasm to the BU community.
~ BUHSC Coordinators 2006-2007

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