Bhajans and Shlokas

The Hindu Student Council Bhajans and Shlokas

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Cover Design by Ashwin Shahani Compilation of this book by Anish Borkar, Ajay Phadke, Ragini Sharma, Abhi Ramakrishnan and Nayana Palanivel

Table of Contents Gayatri Mantra ...... 7

Beginning and Other Common Shlokas ...... 8

MedhaSuktam ...... 9

Vagdevi ...... 10

Ganesha Shloka ...... 10

Prayer to Teacher ...... 10

Shiva Shloka ...... 10

Rama Shloka ...... 11

Vishnu Shloka ...... 11

Shubham Karoti Kalyaanam ...... 11

Shri Lingaashtakam ...... 12

Shrii Acyutashtakam ...... 13

Shrii Krishnaashtakam ...... 14

Sankatamochan Hanumanaashtak ...... 15

Shrii Ranganaatha Aashtakam ...... 17

Madhuraashtakam ...... 18

Dashaavataara Stotram ...... 19

Hamako Mana Kii Shakti Dena ...... 20

Shrii Venkatesha Mangalam ...... 21

Abha Saunpa Diyaa ...... 22

Achyutam Keshavam ...... 23

Siitaa Raama Naama Bhajo ...... 24

Subraamanyam Subraamanyam ...... 24

Sundara Mukha Shrii Gajaananaa ...... 24

Jaya Jagadiisha Hare, Jaya Govinda Hare ...... 24

Vigneshvara Vinaayakaa ...... 25

Natavara Krishna ...... 25

Giridhara Gopaalaa ...... 25

Tumhii Ho Maataa ...... 26

Devii Bhavaanii Jagata Jananii ...... 26

Badaa Chitta Choraa ...... 26 3

Gopaalaa Raadhaa Lolaa ...... 26

Krishnaa Jinakaa Naama Hai ...... 27

Bhajomana Govinda Gopaalaa ...... 27

Jaba Koii Nahiin Aataa ...... 28

O Paalanhaare ...... 28

Krishnaa Kaa Naama Anamola Bolo ...... 29

Shiva Shambho Shambho ...... 29

Kshiirabdi Shayanaa Naaraayanaa ...... 30

Raghupati Raaghava Raajaa Raama ...... 30

Gajavadanaa Gananaathaa ...... 31

Shiva Kailaaso Ke Vaasii ...... 31

Shiva Shambho Hara Hara Shambo ...... 31

Raghupate Raaghavaa Raajaa Raamaa ...... 32

Raadhikaa Jiivanaa ...... 32

Namaha Paarvatii Pataye ...... 32

Atmanivaasii Raama ...... 33

Maatanga Vadanaa Aananda Sadanaa ...... 33

Prema Mudita Mana Se Kaho ...... 34

Maa He Maa ...... 34

Ai Maalika Tere Bande Hama ...... 35

Bhasma Bhuushitanga Saaii Chandrashekhara ...... 36

Maiyaa Morii ...... 36

Ganesha Sharanam ...... 36

Shiva Shiva Mahaadevaa ...... 37

Aananda Saagara Muralidharaa ...... 37

Gajaananaa He Shubhaananaa (I) ...... 37

Gajaananaa He Shubhaananaa (II) ...... 37

Vel Muruugaa Vel ...... 38

Kalaimagallam ...... 38

Ganesha Pancharatnam ...... 39

Bhaagyaadaa Lakshmii Baarammaa ...... 40

Jaya Paanduranga Prabho Vitthalaa ...... 41

Raama Sumiiramana ...... 41

Maanasaa Bhajare ...... 41

He Parmeshwar ...... 42

Varuvai Amma ...... 42

Ayodhyaa Vaasii Raama ...... 42

Vaishnava Jana To ...... 43

Aatmaa Raamaa Aaananta Raamaa ...... 43

Thumaka Chalata Raamachandra ...... 44

Baabaa Aao Mere Kiirtana Mein ...... 44

He Govinda He Aananda Nanda Gopaalaa ...... 44

Shrii Raamachandra ...... 45

Raama Naama Ati Miithaa ...... 46

Jaya Jaya Prabhu Giridhaari ...... 46

Bholaa Bhandaarii Baabaa ...... 46

Chitta Choraa Yashodaa Ke Baala ...... 47

Paayo Jii Maine ...... 47

Shirdii Saaii Parthii Saaii ...... 47

Bhuulisha Huu Jagata ...... 48

Bhakti Karata Chhute ...... 49

Durge Durge ...... 49

Kovil Munnai ...... 50

Jaya Radha Maadhava ...... 50

Bolo Bolo, Sabamila Bolo, Om Namaha Shivaaya ...... 51

Govinda Krishna Vitthala ...... 51

Govinda Krishna Jaya ...... 51

Sharanu Siddhi Vinaayakaa ...... 52

Viira Maaruti ...... 52

Darshan Do Ghansyam ...... 53

Govindaa Gopaalaa ...... 54

Gangaa Jataadhara ...... 54

Chetti Mandaaram Tulasi ...... 55

Dehaachii Tizorii ...... 55

Sharada Stotram ...... 56 Raksha Raksha Jagan Matha ...... 57 Manikka Veenai Endum ...... 57 Sri Kamakshi—Dhuka Nivarana Ashtakam ...... 58 Paluke Bangaramayena ...... 59 Vishnu Priye ...... 59 Hari Bolo ...... 59 Vaishnav Jan To ...... 60 Jai Shivashankar, Jai Ganghadar ...... 60 Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki ...... 61 Sankat Mochan Naam Tiharo ...... 62 Thoda Dhyan Laga ...... 63 Mangal Bhavan Amangal Haari ...... 64 He Ram He Ram ...... 65 Sundar Te Dhyan ...... 65 Ramachandraya Janaka ...... 66 Anandaache Dohi Anand Tarang ...... 66 Krishna Krishna Govinda Madhava ...... 67 He Murali Madhava ...... 68 Bholanath Uma Pate ...... 68 Narayanam Bhaje Narayanam ...... 69 O Palanhare (Full) ...... 70 Aigiri Nandini ...... 70 Shrii Hanumaana Chaaliisaa ...... 73 Mantra Pushpam ...... 76

Ganesha Aaratii ...... 78

Durga Aaratii ...... 79

Lakshmii Aaratii ...... 80

Saraswati Aaratii ...... 81

Sankatamochana Hanumaana Aaratii ...... 82

Om Jaya Jagadiisha Hare (Aarti) ...... 83

Ending Shlokas ...... 84

Gayatri Mantra (Sanskrit)

Om bhuura bhuvah svah Tat saviturvarenyam Bhargo devasya dhiimahi Dhiyo yo nah prachodayaat

We meditate on the effulgent glory of the divine Light, The Creator of the Universe; May Thou enlighten us and guide our intellect.

Beginning and Other Common Shlokas

Hariihi Om Shrii Gurubhyo Namah Hariihi Om

Shuklaambaradharam Vishnum, All-pervading Lord Ganesha, who wears a Shashivarnam chaturbhujam white, who has a bright complexion and four Prasannavadanam dhyaayet, arms; Who has an ever smiling face, Sarva vighnopashaantaye Upon that God, I meditate for removal of obstacles. Agajaanana padmaarkam, I worship day and night that elephant faced Lord, Gajaananam aharnisham Aneka Who is like sun to the lotus face of Mother Parvati. dantam bhaktaanaam Giver of many boons, the single tusked Ganesh, I Ekadantam upaasmahe salute Thee to grant me a boon.

Gyaanaananda mayam devam To the blissful and all-knowing Nirmala sphatikaakritim God, Pure as crystal in form, Aadharam sarva vidyaanam To give a strong foundation to my knowledge, Hayagriivam upaasmahe I salute Lord Vishnu (Hayagriva).

Sarawati namastubhyam Oh! Goddess, Saraswathi, my salutations to Thee, Varade kaamaruupini The fulfiller of all my wishes. Vidyaarambham karishyaami I start my studies with the request that Siddhiirbhavatu me sadaa Thou will bestow Thy blessings on me. Yaa kundendu tushaara haaradhavalaa, May She, who is as fair as jasmine and the full moon, Yaa shubhra vastraavritaa who is adorned by a garland of flowers, Yaa viinaavara dandamanditkaraa, Whose hands are adorned by the veena, Yaa shvetapadmaasanaa and whose seat is the white lotus, Yaa Brahmaachyuta Shankara For Whom Brahma, Vishnu, Shankara, and all prabhritibhiir Devaih sadaa vanditaa Gods have eternal respect, Saa maam paatu Sarasvatii Remove my, her devotee’s, Bhagvatii, Nihshesh jaadyaapahaa Mental slowness.

Kastuurii tilakam lalaatapalake Vakshasthale kaustubham Hail to Thee, Who wears the sacred musk paste on his forehead, and the precious gem of Kaustubha on his Naasaagre navamauktikam karatale chest; Who wears the pearl nose ring, holds the flute Venum kare kankanam and wears and beautiful gold bangle; Sarvaange harichandanam chhagalyam Who wears sandalwood paste all over his body, kanthesha muktaavali rare gems around his neck; Gopastrii pariveshtito vijayate Who plays with the Gopis, jewel of the cowherd, and Gopaala chuudaamani victory to Thee!

Om saha naavavatu May He Protect us Saha nau bhunaktu May He cause us to enjoy Saha viiryam karavaavahai May we exert together Tejasvinaavadhiitamastu maa vidvishaavahai May our studies be thorough & faithful May we never Om shantih shantih shantih quarrel with each other. Om Peace, Peace, Peace.

MedhaSuktam (For Saraswati)

Om Medhaa Devi jushamaanaa na aagaa dvishvaachi May the all-pervasive Goddess of intelligence who is bhadraa sumanas yamaanaa happy with us, who brings prosperity and kindness, visit us

Tvayaa jushtaa nudamaanaa duruktaan bruhadva Oh Goddess we were indulging in futile gossip before dema vidathe suviiraah your visit but now by your grace we got the talent to speak like disciples

Tvayaa jushtaa rushir bhavati Devi tvayaa Oh Goddess admired by you, one becomes a Rishi, one Brahmaa aagatshrii ruta tvayaa becomes the knower of Brahma and attains an abundance of wealth Tvayaa jushtaa shchitram vindate vasu saano jushasva I pray to that Goddess of intelligence to grant us the dravino na Medhe various forms of wealth

Medhaam ma Indro dadaatu Medhaam Devi Saras- May Lord Indra grant us the inner knowledge, vatii may Goddess Sarasvati grant us intelligence

Medhaam me Ashvinaa vubhaavaa May the two Ashwins, wearing garlands made of Lo- dhattaam pushka rasrajaa tus flowers, grant us wisdom

Grant us that intelligence for this, our Apsara Aapsaraasu cha yaa Medhaa gandhar veshhu cha yanmanah

Daiviim Medhaa Sarasvatii saa maam Medhaa su- Let the divine intelligence awaken in us which spreads rabhir jushataam svaahaa at the Vedic law and has fragrance

Aamaam Medhaa surabhir vishvaruupaa hiranya- The one who grants intelligence, who spreads like per- varnaa Jagatii Jagamyaa fume, who bears the golden letters and is immortal, may that Goddess be kind to us. Uurjasvatii payasaa pinva maanaa saa maam Medhaa Medha Devi with glowing countenance, seat of supratiikaa jushantaam strength who brings us up with milk and other wealth, whom seekers of Truth pursue!

Mayi Medhaam Mayi Prajaam Mayyagnistejo dadhaa- May the Fire God grant us the intelligence and the glow of the vedic chanting. tu Mayi Medhaam Mayi Prajaam Mayi Indra May Lord Indra grant us intelligence and the strength arising from the control of one's senses. Indriyam dadhaatu Mayi Medhaam Mayi Prajaam Mayi Suuryo May the Sun God grant us intelligence and the bhraajo dadhaatu strength to create fear in the enemy's heart.

Vagdevi

Vagdevi Cha Vidmahe Bramha Patni Cha May we realize the Goddess of Knowledge and Wis- Dhiimahi Tanno Vaanii Prachodayaat dom. Let us meditate on the spouse of Lord Brahma and may Goddess Sarasvati enlighten us.

Ganesha Shloka

Vakratunda Mahaakaaya Suryakotii Samaprabha The Lord with the curved trunk and a mighty body, Nirvighnam Kuru Mey Deva Sarva Kaaryeshu who has the magnificance of a Million suns, I pray to Sarvada Om Gam Ganapataye Namaha you Oh Lord, to remove the obstacles from all the actions I intend to perform.

Prayer to Teacher

Gurur Brahma Gurur Vishnu The teacher is like Lord Brahma as he Generates Gurur Devo Maheshwara knowledge within us, Gurur Saakshaat Parabrahmaa As he Drives ideas and knowledge into our mind unto Tasmai Shrii Guruve Namaha the right path, Om Gum Gurubhyo Namaha And in destroying the ill-conceived ideas that come from our knowledge, like Lord Mahesha (Shiva) He enlightens us and help- ing us stay on the right path.

Shiva Shloka

Trayumbakam Yajammahe We Meditate on the Three-eyed reality which nourish- Sugandhim Pushti Vardhanam es and increases the sweet fullness of life. Like a cu- Urvaarukam iva Bandhananaat cumber from its stem may we be separated ("liberat- Mrityor Mukshiiya Maamritaat ed"), not from immortality but from death. Om Namah Shivaya

Rama Shloka

Aapadaam apahataaram daataaram sarva Sampa- Om, Oh most compassionate Rama please send your daam healing energy right here to the earth, to the earth Lokaabhiraamam Shri Ramam (twice for emphasis.) Bhuyo Bhuyo Namamyaham Om Shri Ram Jai Ram Jai Jai Ram

Vishnu Shloka

Shaantaakaaram Bhujagashayanam Padmanaabham I bow to Lord Vishnu the One Master of the Universe, Suresham who is ever peaceful, who reclines on the great ser- Vishvaadhaaram Gagana Sadrusham Meghavarunam pent bed, from whose navel springs the Lotus of the Shubhaangam Creative Power, who is the Supreme Being, who sup- Laxmikaantam Kamalanayanam Yogi ports the entire universe, who is all-pervading as the birdhyaana Gamyam sky, who is dark like the clouds and has a beautiful

Vande Vishnum Bhava Bhaya Haram Sarve Lokayi form; the Lord of Lakshmi, the lotus-eyed One, whom ka Naatham the yogis are able to perceive through meditation, He, Om Mahavishnuye Namah who is the destroyer of the fear of Samsar.

Shubham Karoti Kalyaanam

Shubham karoti kalyaanam, aarogyam dhana sampadaa I salute the One who is the light that brings auspi- Shattrubuddhi vinaashaaya, diipajyotir namostute ciousness, prosperity, good health, abundance of wealth, and the destruction of the intellect's enemy.

Diipojyotir Parabrahma, Diipojyotir Janardanaha The One who is Brahma, and Lord of the Diipoharatumhii paapam, sandhyadiipa namo’stute People, Who cleanses sin, this Light I salute.

Shri Lingaashtakam (Sanskrit)

Brahmamuraari suraarchita Lingam The Linga that is worshipped by Brahma, Vishnu, and all the Nirmalabhaasita shobhita Lingam Gods, The Linga that is pure of speech and radiant, Janmaja duhkha vinaashaka Lingam The Linga that destroys the sorrow arising from birth, Tat pranamaami Sadaashiva To that Shivalinga representing Lord Shiva, I bow. Lingam The Linga that is worshipped by all the Devamuni pravaarchita Lingam sages, The compassionate destroyer of Kaamadahama karunaakara Lingam desires, Destroyer of the arrogant Ravana To Raavana darpa vinaashana Lingam that Shivalinga, my prostrations. Tat pranamaami Sadaashiva Lingam The Linga that is well anointed with fragrant pastes, and Is the cause of the growth of intellect, Sarvasugandhi sulepita Lingam Who has been worshipped by demi-gods, and demons alike, Buddhivivardhana kaarana Lingam To that Shivalinga, my prostrations. Siddha suraasura vandita Lingam Tat pranamaami Sadaashiva The Linga adorned with gold and precious jewels, Lingam Radiant and has the king of serpents coiled around him, He who destroyed the sacrifice of Daksha Prajapati, To Kanakamahaamani bhuushita Lingam that Shivalinga, my prostrations. Phanipati veshtita shobhita Lingam Dakshasuyagnya vinaashana Lingam The Linga anointed with saffron and sandal paste and Tat pranamaami Sadaashiva Lingam Appears radiant with a garland of lotuses, The Linga that destroys accumulated sins, Kumkuma chandana lepita Lingam To that Shivalinga, my prostrations. Pankaja haara sushobhita Lingam Sanchita paapa vinaashana Lingam The Linga who is worshipped by demi- Tat pranamaami Sadaashiva gods, Possessed with devotional emotions, Lingam The Linga who is resplendent like the light from a million suns, To that Shivalinga, my prostrations. Devaganaarchita sevita Lingam Bhaavairbhakti bhireva cha Lingam The Linga that is enveloped with eight-petaled flowers, Dinakara koti prabhaakara Lingam And is the cause of all creation and Tat pranamaami Sadaashiva That which destroys the eight types of poverty, Lingam To that Shivalinga, my prostrations.

Ashta dalopari veshtita Lingam The Linga who is worshipped by the demi-gods and Indira, Sarva samudbhava kaarana Lingam Who is offered wildflowers in worship by the demi-gods, Ashta daridra vinaashita Lingam The Linga who is higher than the highest, the Supreme Self, Tat pranamaami Sadaashiva To that Shivalinga, my prostrations. Lingam

Anyone who chants the holy octet of the Lingam, Suraguru suravara puujita Lingam In the holy presence of Lord Shiva, Suravana pushpa sadaarchita Lingam Would in the end reach the world of Shiva, Paraatparam Paramaatmaka Lingam And remain in his company. Tat pranamaami Sadaashiva Lingam 12 Lingaashtakam Idam Punyam Yah Pateth Siva Sannidhou Shiva Lokam Avaapnoti Shivena Saha Modate

Shrii Acyutashtakam (Sanskrit)

Achyutam Keshavam Raamanaarayanam I sing praise of Lord Ram, known as Achyuta (infallible), Krishna Daamodaram Vaasudevam harim Keshav, Narayan, Krishna, Damodara, Vasudeva, Hari, Shriidharam Maadhavam Gopikaavallabham Shridhara (possessing Lakshmi), Madhava, Gopikaval- Jaanakii naayakam Raamachandram bhaje labha (Dearest of Gopis), Janakinayaka (Lord of Janaki or Sita). Achyutam Keshavam Satyabhaamaadhavam I salute the infallible One, consort of Satyabhama (Krish- Maadhavam Shriidharam Raadhikaa raadhakam na), Known as Madhav and Shridhar, longed-for by Indiraa mandiram chetasaa sundaram Radhika; Who is like a temple of Lakshmi (Indira), Devakeenandanam nandajam sandadhe beauti-ful at hear; Who is the son of Devaki, and Who is the Dear One of all. Vishnave jishnave shankhine chakrine Salutations to Vishnu, Who holds a conch and a discus, Rukminiiraagine Jaanakiijaanaye Who is the affectionate of Rukmini, and consort of Janaki Vallavii Vallabhaayaarchitaayaatmane Dear to cowherdesses, the Soul Who is offered in sacri- Kamsa vidhvamsine vamshine te namah fices, The flute-player Who is the destroyer of Kansa. O Krishna! O Govinda! O Raam! O Narayan! Krishna Govinda he Raama Naaraayana Shriipate Vaasudevaajitaa Shriinidhe O Shripati! O Vasudeva, Who attained the Achyutaananta he Maadhavaadhokshajaa Lakshmi! O Immeasurable, infallible one! O Dwaarakaanaayakaa Draupadiirakshakaa Madhav! O Adhokshaja! O Leader of Dvarika, protector of Draupadi! Raghav, Who upset the demons, Who adorned Sita, Raakshasakshobhitah Siitayaa Shobhito Who purified the forest called Dandaka, Dandakaaranyabhuu punya taakaaranah Lakshamanenaanvito vaanaraih sevito Was accompanied by Lakshman and served by monkeys, Agastya sampuujito Raaghavah Paatu Maam and was revered by Agastya, save me.

Dhenukaarishtakaa nishtakrud Veshinaam He Who destroyed disguised demons Dhenuka and Keshihaa Kamsahrida Vamshikaa Arishtak; Who slayed Keshi and Kansa, Who plays Vaadakah Puutanaakopakah suurajaa the flute; Who got angry on Putana, khelano Baalagopaalakah paatu maam Baby Gopal (Krishna), save me always. sarvadaa Of the Lotus-eyed Lord adorned by a lightening yellow robe, Vidyud Udyotavat Praspuradvaasasam Praavridambhodhavat Prollasadvigraham Whose body is like a cloud of the rainy-season, Vanyayaa maalayaa shobhitorastalam Who is Adorned by a forest-garland at His Lohitaanghridvayam Vaarijaaksham bhaje chest, And Who has two feet of copper-red color, I sing praises

I praise He Whose face is adorned by falling curly Kunchitaih kuntalaih bhraajamaanaananam tresses, Ratnamoulim lasata kundalam gandayoh With jewels at His forehead,shiny earrings on the cheeks, Haarakeyuurakam kankana projvalam Who is adorned with a garland of the Keyur flower, Kinkine manjulam shyaamalam Tam bhaje Who has a shiny bracelet, and melodious anklet.

Shrii Krishnaashtakam

(Sanskrit)

Vasudevasutam devam, Krishna, the son of Vasudeva, Kamsa-chaanuura mardanam, Who killed the demons Kansa and Chanoora, Devakii paramaanandam, And gave immense joy to Devaki – Krishnam vande jagadgurum. To this Master of the universe, I offer my salutations

Atasiipushpa sankaasham, Krishna, Who decorates himself with flowers, Haaranuupura shobhitam, Who shines in garlands and anklets, Ratnakankana keyuuram, And wears a bracelet of jewels in his right hand – Krishnam vande jagadgurum. To this Master of the universe, I offer my salutations

Kutilaalaka samyuktam, Krishna, Who is blessed with black curly hair, Puurnachandra nibhaananam, Who is very similar to the full moon, Vilasat kundala dharam, And who shines in his ear drops – Krishnam vande jagadgurum. To this Master of the universe, I offer my salutations.

Mandaara ganda samyuktam, Krishna, Who has the sweet scent of mandara flowers, Chaaruhaasam chaturbhujam, Who has a beautiful smile and four arms, Barhi pinjaava chuudaangam, And who decorates his hair with peacock feathers – Krishnam vande jagadgurum. To this Master of the universe, I offer my salutations

Utphulla padma patraaksham, Krishna, Whose eyes resemble fully open lotuses, Niila jiimutaha sannibham, Who has the blue color of full clouds, Yaadavaanam shiroratnam, And who is the chief gem of the clan of Yadavs – Krishnam vande jagadgurum. To this Master of the universe, I offer my salutations.

Rukminii keli samyuktam, Krishna ,Who is engaged in playing with Rukmani, Piitaambara sushobitham, Who shines in yellow silks, Avaapta tulasiigandham, And is attracted by scent of ocimum, Krishnam vande jagadgurum. To this Master of the universe, I offer my salutations.

Gopikaanaam kuchadvandvam, Krishna, Who is embraced by the two busts of Gopis, Kunkumaankita vakshasam, Whose chest has the marks of saffron, Sriniketam maheshvaasam, Who lives with Lakshmi and has a big bow – Krishnam vande jagadgurum. To this Master of the universe, I offer my salutations.

Shriivatsaankam mahoraskam, Krishna, Who has the mole Sri Vatsa on his chest, Vanamaalaa viraajitam, Who is decorated by garlands of forest flowers, Shanka chakra dharam devam, And who holds the conch and the holy wheel – Krishnam vande jagadgurum. To this Master of the universe, I offer my salutations.

Krishnaashtakam idam punyam, If one reads this as soon as he awakes in the morning, Praathar utthaaya yah pathet, This divine octet of Lord Krishna without fail, Koti janma kritam paapam, Sins committed in billions of lives, Smaranena vinashyati. Would be destroyed by thinking about him.

Sankatamochan Hanumanaashtak (Sanskrit)

Baala samaya rabi bhakshi liyo tab During childhood, You swallowed the tiinahun loka bhayo andhiyaro. Sun. Then the whole world became dark. Taahi son traasa bhayo jaga ko Thus, the world was troubled,

yaha sankata kaahu son jaata na taro. And no one was about to rectify the situation. Devana aani karii bintii taba The demi-gods came and requested You, And chhaandi diyo rabi kashta nivaaro. You released the Sun from Your mouth. Who Kau nahiin jaanata hai jaga mein kapi in this world does not know that You are the Sankatamochana naama tihaaro remover of obstacles, O Lord!

Baali ki traasa kapiisa basai giri jaata Due to fear of Bali, Sugriva lived on a mountain. He saw Lord rāma on His way. mahaaprabhu pantha nihaaro. Chaunki mahaa muni saapa diiyo taba He could not leave the mountain due to a curse, but You found a solution. chaahiya kauna bichaara bichaaro. Kai dvija ruupa livaaya mahaaprabhu You took a form of seer and brought Lord Ram, and so tuma daasa ke soka nivaaro. Kau relieved his suffering. nahiin jaanata...

Angada ke sanga lena gaye Siya You went with Angada to find Sita khoja kapiisa yaha baina ujaaro. Jeevata naa bachihau hama so ju And Angada said, ‘We will not remain alive unless binaa sudhi laae ihaan pagu dhaaro. we return with the information.’

Heri thake tata sindhu sabai taba The rest of the party got tired seeing the ocean, then laae Siya-sudhi praana ubaaro. Kau You brought the information and saved everyone. nahiin jaanata...

Raavana traasa dayi Siya ko saba Ravan ordered that Sita should be troubled raakshasi saun kahi soka nivaaro. By all the female demons.

Taahi samaya Hanumaana mahaaprabhu Sita asked to remove Her troubles. At that moment, jaaya mahaa rajaniichara maaro. You went and killed many demons there.

Chaahata Siya asoka son aagi su de Wanting to see her happy, You dispelled Sita’s trou- Prabhu mudrikaa soka nivaaro. bles by giving her the ring of her Lord. Kau nahiin jaanata...

Baana lagyo ura Lakshmana ke taba When Meghanad’s arrow struck Lakshman in the praana taje suta Raavana maaro. Lai heart, He was almost dead. graha baidya Sushena sameta tabe You brought the healer Suṣeṇa with his home, Giri Drona su biira upaaro. Aani And then Mount Droṇa, sajiivana haatha dayi taba From which you took the magical herb, Srijivani,

Lakshmana ke tuma praana ubaaro. With which You rescued Lakshman’s life. Kau nahiin jaanata...

Raavana juddha ajaana kiyo taba Ravan fought a war while remaining invisible and chained everyone in links of cobras. naaga ki phaansa sabe sira daaro. Shrii Raghunaatha sameta sabe dala Along with Sri Ram, everyone was deluded and Moha bhayo yaha sankata bhaaro. thought it to be a great trouble.

Aani khagesa tabe Hanumaana ju You brought Garuda from bandhana kaati sutraasa nivaaro. Vaikunth, Who ripped apart the Kau nahiin jaanata... chains.

Bandhu sameta jabai Ahiraavana lai Raghunaatha pataala sidhaaro. When Ahiravan and his brother Debihin puuji bhalii bidhi son bali kidnapped Ram and Lakshman, deu sabai mili mantra bichaaro. And prayed to Goddesses Jaaya mahaaya bhayo taba hii In preparation to sacrifice poor Ram,

Ahiraavana sainya sameta sanhaaro. Then You went as a helper to Ram and Kau nahiin jaanata... killed Ahiravan along with his army.

Kaaja kiyo bada devana ke tuma biira mahaaprabhu dekhi bhichaaro. You have done deeds for great noble Ones. Kaun so sankat mora gariiba ko O brave lord, cast a glance on my destitute self jo tumson nahiin jaata hai taaro? And then, what pain is there Begi haro Hanumaana mahaaprabhu That will remain? jo kachhu sankata hoya hamaaro. O great Lord Hanuman! Kau nahiin jaanata... Absolve our any existing troubles quickly.

Doha:

Laala deha laalii lase, aru dhari laala languura, Doha: Bajra deha daanava dalana, jaya jaya jaya kapi suura. Redness shines over Your red body, O Red Monkey! Your body is tough as diamond and You destroy demons. Be victorious again and again, O bravest of monkeys!

Shrii Ranganaatha Aashtakam

(Sanskrit)

Aananda ruupe nijabodha ruupe, Let my mind revel in the form of Ranga: Brahma svaruupe shrutimuurti ruupe, Whose form is happiness and true knowledge Shashaanka ruupe ramaniiya ruupe, Whose form is as told in the Vedas, Shriiranga ruupe ramataam mano me And whose beautiful form is of the comforting moon;

Kaveritiire karunaa vilole, Who on the banks of Kaveri playfully gives mercy, Mandaaramuule dhrita chaarukele, Who is below the Mandhara tree, where he plays, Daityaantakaale akhila lokaliile, And who destroys all asuras, Shriiranga liile ramataam mano me By his play spread over the whole world;

Lakshmii nivaase jagataam nivaase, In whom goddess Lakshmi and the Universe exist, Hritapadma vaase ravibimba vaase, Who lives in the lotus of our hearts and the face of the Kripaanivaase gunavrinda vaase, Sun, Shriiranga vaase ramataam mano me Who is the abode of mercy, and resides where there is

good conduct; Brahmaadi vandye Jagadeka vandye, Who is venerated by Brahma and the entire universe, Mukunda vandye, suranaatha vandye, Who is venerated as Mukunda, lord of Gods, Who is Vyaasaadi vandye, Sanakaadi vandye, venerated by sages like Vyasa and Sanaka; Shriiranga vandye ramataam mano me

Brahmaadi raaje, garudaadi raaje, Who is the king of Brahma and the holy bird, Vaikunttha raaje suraraaja raaje, Garuda, King of Vaikunta and the other Gods, Trailokya raaje , akhilaloka raaje, Of the three worlds, and the entire universe; Shriiranga raaje ramataam mano me

Amogha mudre Paripuurna nidre, Whose sign is never failing, Shriiyoga nidre, shashamudhra nidre, Who is in perfect Yogic sleep on the ocean, Shriitaika bhadre, jagadeka nidre, Who takes care of goddess Lakshmi, And Shriiranga bhadre ramataam mano me in whom the whole world sleeps

Sachitra shaayii, bhujagendra shaayii, Who sleeps pretty as a picture on the king of serpents, Nandaanga shaayii, kamalaanka shaayii, Who sleeps on the lap of Nanda and Lakshmi, Who Ksheerabdhi shaayii, vatapatra shaayii, sleeps on the ocean of milk and banyan leaf. Shriiranga shaayii, ramataam mano me

Idam hi rangam tyajataamihaangam, He who sheds his body in this ranga (ground) Punarnashaangam yadi shangameti, Never gets embodiment again Paanau rathaangam charanembu kaangam, As Ranga has chakra in His hand, Yaane vihangam shayane bhujangam The Garuda is His vehicle, the serpent His bed And his feet are wetted by river Ganga. Ranganaathaashtakam punyam Praatarutthaaya yah patthet

Sarvaan kaamaanavaanpoti Rangisaayujyamaanpuyaat

Madhuraashtakam (Sanskrit)

Adharam madhuram vadanam madhuram Sweet are Your lips, sweet is Your face, sweet are Your Nayanam madhuram hasitam madhuram eyes, sweet is Your smile, sweet is Your Hridayam madhuram gamanam madhuram heart, sweet is Your gait, O Lord of Mathura, Mathuraa dhipate rakhilam madhuram every-thing about You is sweet.

Vacanam madhuram caritam madhuram Sweet are Your words, sweet is Your story, sweet are Vasanam madhuram valitam madhuram Your garments, sweet is Your presence, Calitam madhuram bhramitam madhuram sweet are Your movements, sweet are Your roamings, Mathuraa dhipate rakhilam madhuram O Lord of Mathura, everything about You is sweet.

Venur madhuro renur madhurah Sweet is Your flute, sweet is the dust of Your feet, Paanir madhurah paadau madhurau sweet are Your hands, sweet are Your feet, Nrityam madhuram sakhyam madhuram sweet is Your dance, sweet is Your friendship, O Mathuraa dhipate rakhilam madhuram Lord of Mathura, everything about You is sweet.

GItam madhuram pItam madhuram Sweet is Your song, what is drunk by You is Bhuktam madhuram suptam madhuram sweet, what is eaten by You is sweet, and sweet is Roopam madhuram tilakam madhuram Your sleep. Sweet is Your form, sweet is the mark on Mathura dhipate rakhilam madhuram Your forehead, O Lord of Mathura, everything about You is sweet. Karanam madhuram taranam madhuram Sweet are Your works, sweet is Your conquest, sweet Haranam madhuram smaranam madhuram is Your theft, sweet is Your remembrance, Vamitam madhuram samitam madhuram sweet are Your offerings, sweet is Your cure, O Lord Mathuraa dhipate rakhilam madhuram of Mathura, everything about You is sweet. Gumjaa madhuraa maalaa madhuraa Sweet is Your murmuring, sweet is Your Yamunaa madhuraa vici madhuraa garland, sweet is the Yamuna River, sweet are Salilam madhuram kamalam madhuram the Mathuraa dhipate rakhilam madhuram waves, sweet is the water, sweet is the lotus flower, O Lord of Mathura, everything about You is sweet. Gopi madhuraa leela madhuraa Yuktam madhuram bhuktam madhuram Sweet are the Gopis, sweet is Your divine Drishtam madhuram sishtam madhuram sporting, sweet is Your union, sweet are Your Mathuraa dhipate rakhilam madhuram experiences, what You behold is sweet, sweet are Your left overs, O Lord of Mathura, everything about You is Gopaa madhuraa gaavo madhuraa sweet. Yashtir madhuraa srishtir madhuraa Sweet are the Gopas, sweet are the cows, sweet are Dalitam madhuram phalitam madhuram the pearls around Your neck, sweet is Mathuraa dhipate rakhilam madhuram Your creation, sweet are Your victories, sweet are Your jokes, O Lord of Mathura, everything about You is sweet.

Dashaavataara Stotram

(Sanskrit)

Naama smaranaa dhanyopaayam Except chanting Your name and meditating upon Nahi pashyaamo bhavatarane You, I see no means of crossing this wordly ocean, Raama hare, Krishna hare, Oh Ram, Oh Krishna, Tava naama vadaami sadaa nrihare I will eternally speak your name, man-lion.

Vedhoddhaara vichaaramate To protect the works of the Vedas, Somaka daanava samharane You destroyed the Demon By Meenaakaara shariira namo, taking the form of a fish. Hara bhaktan te paripaalaya maam Oh Lord, please protect me, your devotee.

Manthaanaachala dhaaranaheto, You steadied the mountains Meru from the Devaasura paripaalana vibho churning ocean, to protect Gods and Demons Kuurmaakaara shariira namo, By taking the form of a tortoise. Hara bhaktan te paripaalaya maam Oh Lord, please protect me, your devotee.

Bhuuchorakaharara punyada muurte, krododhrita bhuudeshahare Krodaakaara shariira namo, By taking the form of a wild boar Haraa bhaktan te paripaalaya maam Oh Lord, please protect me, your devotee.

Hemakashipu tanudhaaranaheto, You followed Demon Hiranyakashipu Prahlaada aasura paalana bho And protected Prahlaad Narasimaachyuta ruupa namo, By taking the form of an invincible half-lion. Hara bhaktan te paripaalaya maam Oh Lord, please protect me, your devotee.

Balimada bandhana vitatamate, You harnessed the expansion of King Bali’s Paadadvayakrita loka krite sacrifice, and captured three worlds with your Patubatu vesha manogya namo, steps by taking the form of a clever child. Oh Hara bhaktan te paripaalaya maam Lord, please protect me, your devotee.

Kshitipati vamsha sambhava muurte, You saved the Earth from Kshitipati rakshaakshata muurte destruction, O protector of the Earth, Bhrigupati Raama varenya namo, By manifesting yourself as the son of Brigu. Hara bhaktan te paripaalaya maam Oh Lord, please protect me, your devotee.

Siitaavallabha Daasharathe, Husband of Sita and son of Dasharath, Dasharatha nandana lokaguro You are the teacher of the three worlds. Raavana mardana Raama namo, You destroyed the Demon Ravan. Hara bhaktan te paripaalaya maam Oh Lord, please protect me, your devotee.

Krishnaananda kripa jaladhe, Blissful Krishna, ocean of mercy, Kamsaare kamalesha Hare Kaaliiya Lord of Lakshmi, You destroyed Demon mardana Krishna namo, Hara Kansa, And overpowered the serpent Kali. bhaktan te paripaalaya maam Oh Lord, please protect me, your devote

Tripurasatii maanaviharana, Salutations to the Lord of Tripura, who eliminates Tripuraa vijaya maargana ruupa ego, Who will show the way to the three cities, Lord Shuddha gyaana vibuddha namo, Buddha who is enlighted by true knowledge, Oh Hara bhaktan te paripaalaya maam Lord, please protect me, your devotee.

Dushtavimardana shishta Hare, To destroy evil and protect the virtuous Kalituragottama vaahana re In the Kaliyug, riding on a horse, Kalkin karakaravaala namo, With sword in hard, you will come. Hara bhaktan te paripaalaya maam Oh Lord, please protect me, your devotee.

This piece describes the ten incarnations that Vishnu took for the purpose of purging evil on Earth. The incarna-tions described are: Matsya (fish), Kurma (turtle), Varaha (boar), Narasimha (half lion, half man), Vamana (short Rishi), Parashurama (warrior Rishi), Rama (Prince), Krishna (Prince), Buddha (Prince turned Sage), and Kalki (predicted to be a horseman, yet to incarnate).

Hamako Mana Kii Shakti Dena (Hindi)

Hamako mana kii shakti denaa, mana vijaya kare, Oh God, give us (mental) strength. Duusronkii jaya se pahale, khudakii jaya karein. That before we try to defeat others, we gain victory over our own minds.

Bheda-bhaava apane dilase saafa kara sakein, May our hearts be free from any kind of discrim-ination, Doston se bhuula ho to maafa kara sakein. Jhuuttha se bache rahein, sacha kaa dama bharein, May we always be ready to forgive an erring friend, Duusronkii jaya se pahale, khudakii jaya karein. May we be saved from lies and have the strength to let the truth prevail? Hamako mana kii shakti denaa …

Mushkilein padein to hama pe itnaa karama kara, If we find ourselves in difficulties, please do this much, Saatha dein to dharma kaa, chalein to dharma kar. Khuda pe hausalaa rahe, badii se naa darein, Give us strength that we may follow the right- eous path, Duusronkii jaya se pahale, khudakii jaya karein. Remain confident, and fear not evil.

Hama ko mana kii shakti denaa …

Shrii Venkatesha Mangalam (Sanskrit)

Shriya Kaantaaya Kalyaana Nidhaye Nidhayerdhinaam May the auspiciousness be to Srinivasa, who is the Lord of Lakshmi, treasure-trove of sup- Shrii Venkatanivaasaaya Shriinivaasaaya Mangalam plicants and dwells on the Venkatachala! Lakshmi Savibhramaaloka Subhruvibhrahma Chaksushe May auspiciousness be to Sri Venkatesa, whose charming eyes with beautiful brows gaze at Chaksushe Sarvalokaanaam Venkateshaaya Mangalam Lakshmi with flurry, and who is the eye of all of Shrii Venkataadri Shrungaagra Mangalaa Bharanaanghraye the worlds. May auspiciousness be to Sri Srinivasa, whose feet Mangalaanaam Nivaasaaya Shriinivaasaaya Mangalam are an auspicious ornament to the crest of Venka- tachala, who is an abode of auspiciousness. Sarvaavaya Saundarya Sampadaa Sarvachetasaam Sadaa May auspiciousness be to Sri Venkatesa whose Sammohanaayaastu Venkateshaaya Mangalam Nityaaya wealth of bodily charm causes stupor to all living beings. Nirvadyaaya Satyaananda Chidaatmane Sarvaantaraatmane May auspiciousness be to Sri Venkatesa, who is Shriimada Venkateshaaya Mangalam Svatassarvavide eternal, blemishless, of the form of existence, consciousness and bliss, the inner soul of all. Sarvashaktaye Sarvasheshine Shulabhaaya Shushiilaaya May auspiciousness be to Sri Venkatesa, who is Venkateshaaya Mangalam Parasmai Brahmane omniscient, omnipotent, principal of all, easily at- tainable and of good nature. Puurnakaamaaya Paramaatmane Prayunje Paratatvaaya May auspiciousness be to Sri Venkatesa, who is Venkateshaaya Mangalam Aakaala Tatva Mashraantam the Supreme Brahman and Soul, whose desires are fulfilled. Aatmaanaamanupashyataam Atruptamrutaruupaaya May auspiciousness be to Sri Venkatesa, whose Venkateshaaya Mangalam Praayasvacharanau Punshaan ever-charming form is nectar-like to the living beings that gaze upon Him incessantly for all time Sharanyatvena Paaninaa Krupayan Dishate Shriimada May auspiciousness be to Sri Venkatesa, who, with His right hand shows His feet, as refuge to all Venkateshaaya Mangalam Dayaamruta human beings. Taranginyaastarangairiva Shiitalaih Apaangai Sinchite May auspiciousness be to Sri Venkatesa, who moistens the Universe with glances, cool like the Vishwan Venkateshaaya Mangalam Sragbhuushaambara waves of the river of nectar of compassion. Hetiinaam Sushamaahavamuurtaye May auspiciousness be to Sri Venkatesa, whose form lends splendor to the garlands, ornaments, Sarvaartishamanaayaastu Venkateshaaya Mangalam Shrii garments, and weapons, who subdues afflictions. Vaikunttha Viraktaaya Swaami Pushkariniitate Ramaya May auspiciousness be to Sri Venkatesa, who, giving up all attachment to Sri Vaikunta, sports Ramamaanaaya Venkateshaaya Mangalam Shrii gracefully with Lakshmi, on the banks of Swami Matsundara Jaamaatru Munimaanasa Vaasine Sarvaloka Pushkarini. May auspiciousness be to Sri Srinivasa, who Nivaasaaya Shriinivaasaaya Mangalam Mangalaashaasana dwells Parairmadaachaarya Purogamaih Sarvaischa in sage Manavala’s heart and all the worlds. May auspiciousness be to Sri Venkatesa, who has Puurveraachaarye Satkrutaayaastu Mangalam been worshipped by my teachers and their early

teachers, and all those devoted to reciting this Mangalasaasana.

Abha Saunpa Diyaa (Hindi, Arya Samaaji)

Abha saunpa diyaa isa jiivana kaa sabha bhaara tumhaare haathon mein. Hai jiita tumhaare haathon mein aura haara tumhaare haathon mein.

Meraa nishchaya basa eka yahi: eka baara tumhe paa jaauun main, Arpana kara duun duniyaa bhara kaa sabha pyaara tumhaare haathon mein.

Jo jaga mein rahuun to aise rahuun, jo jala mein kamala kaa phoola rahe. Mere avaguna dosha samarpita hon, Bhagavaana, tumhaare haathon mein.

Jaba jaba sansaara kaa kaida banuun, nishkaama bhava se karma karuun. Phira anta samaya mein praana taju, Nirakaara, tumhaare haathon mein.

Mujha mein tujha mein bheda yahii: main nara huun, tuma Naaraayana ho. Main huun sansaara ke haathon mein, sansaara tumhaare haathon mein.

O Lord, I now surrender into Your Hands all the problems and strains of my life because I realize that victory and defeat can be had only from Your Hands.

My sole resolve is to come into contact with You even once, and so I dedicate into Your Hands all the love I can find in this world.

Either I remain aloof from the world, or I reside in the world with the consciousness of Your blessed hands on all sides.

Whenever I am re-born as a prisoner in this world, I always come to Your Court to have the final decision regarding my life's actions, because the power of fair judgement is only in Your Hands.

The fundamental difference between me and You, O Lord, is that while I am human, You are Master of all humans. I am in the hands of the world and the world rests in Your Hands.

Achyutam Keshavam

Achyutam Keshavam Krishnaa I adore He who is infallible, named Keshav, Krishn, Daamodaram, Raama Naaraayanam Daamodar, Ram, Naaraayan, husband of Jaanaki (all names Jaanakiivallabham, Kauna kehataa hai of Ram) Who says God does not come? Bhagavaana aate nahiin Bhakta Miiraa ke You don’t call Him with the devotion of Meera. jaise bulaate nahiin,

Achyutam Keshavam Krishnaa Daamodaram, Raama Naaraayanam Who says God does not eat? Jaanakiivallabham, Kaun kehataa hai You don’t feed him ber (a fruit) as Shabari fed him.

Bhagavaana khaate nahiin, Bera Shabrii ke jaise khilaate nahiin.

Achyutam Keshavam Krishnaa Daamodaram, Raama Naaraayanam Who says God does not sleep? Jaanakiivallabham, Kauna kehataa hai You don’t make him sleep as Mother Yashoda did.

Bhagavaana sote nahiin, Maa Yashodaa ke jaise sulaate nahiin,

Achyutam Keshavam Krishnaa Daamodaram, Who says God does not dance? Raama Naaraayanam Jaanakiivallabham, You don’t make him dance the way the Gopis did. Kauna kehataa hai Bhagavaana naachte nahiin, Gopiyon ki tarah tuma nachaate nahiin.

Siitaa Raama Naama Bhajo

Siitaa Raama Naama Bhajo Sing the name of Lord Ram and his wife Madhura madhura Siiyaa naama bhajo Sita, The sweet, sweet name of Lord Ram Sing the name of Ram and Sita, Siitaa Raama Hare naama bhajo Raadhe Shyaama Hare naama bhajo Sing the name of dark-faced beloved of Radha The sweet, sweet name of Lord Ram Madhura madhura Siiyaa naama bhajo

Subraamanyam Subraamanyam

Subraamanyam Subraammanyam Shanamukhanaathaa Subraamanyam Shiva Shiva Shiva Shiva Subraamanyam, Hara Hara Hara Hara Subraamanyam Shiva Shiva Hara Hara Subraamanyam, Hara Hara Shiva Shiva Subraamanyam Shiva Sharavana Bhava Subraamanyam, Guru Sharavana Bhava Subraamanyam Shiva Shiva Hara Hara Subraamanyam, Hara Hara Shiva Shiva Subraamanyam Subraamanyam Subraamanyam Shanamukhanaathaa Subraamanyam

Worship the good six- faced Lord Subramanyam. Born of six lotuses on a lake in the forest, He is the second son of Lord Shiva, the destroyer of evils.

Sundara Mukha Shrii Gajaananaa

Sundara mukha Shrii Gajaananaa Pleasant-faced is Lord Ganesha. Eka danta Shrii Gajaananaa He is the Lord with a single tusk. Sundara mukha Shrii Gajaananaa Pleasant-faced is Lord Ganesha. I first salute Thee, elephant-faced Lord Ganesha Prathama namaami Gajaananaa You are the One praised by all sages. Rishi muni vandita Gajaananaa Gajaananaa Om Gajaananaa (3x)

Jaya Jagadiisha Hare, Jaya Govinda Hare

Jaya Jagadiisha Hare, Jaya Govinda Hare Glory to the Lord of the Universe, Lord Govinda, Nrityaananda Brahmaananda jaya Gopaala Hare the eternally and perpetually blissful cowherd Arunaachala Shiva Om, Trishuuldhaari Om Hari boy. Glory to Lord Shiva, who carries the trident Naaraayana Om, Hari Naaraayana Om and dwells on the Arunachala mountain Glory to Naranayan Jaya Devii Bhaaratii Vidyaa Glory to the Mother Goddess, who bestows strength Daayinii Annapoorna Maataa Om and knowledge.

Vigneshvara Vinaayakaa (Sanskrit)

Vigneshvara Vinaayakaa Obeisance to Lord Ganesha, Vishvadhaaraa namo’stute The supporter of the Universe, Namo’stute, namo’stute The remover of obstacles. Vishvadhaaraa namo’stute. Obeisance to Lord Vinayaka, Suramuni vandita Vinaayakaa, To Whom the Saints and Sages prayed Bhavabhavya naasha Vinaayakaa, To remove their bondage of births and deaths. Charanam sharanam Vinaayakaa (2X) Let us surrender at the Lotus Feet of Lord Vinayaka.

Natavara Krishna Natavara Krishna, natavara Krishna Raadhe O Son of Nanda, Radha’s beloved, Divine Nan-dalaalaa, dancer, Krishna! Hare Maadhava Hare Gopika Lolaa, Gopis and Gopalas dance in ecstasy with you.

Krishna ghana ghana niila Hare Krishna Gokula O blue-skinned, eternally youthful one of Gokula baala Hare Maadhava Hare Gopika Lolaa, All Gopis and Gopalas dance in ecstasy with you

Giridhara Gopaalaa

Maadhava murahara madhura manohara Giridhara gopaalaa. Hail Krishna, the cowherd boy who held He Giridhara gopaalaa, he Giridhara gopaalaa, he Giridhara aloft the mountain, who killed the demon gopaalaa. Mura; Lord of Lakshmi with sweet and Maadhava murahara madhura manohara Giridhara gopaalaa. beautiful form.

Nanda kumaaraa, navaniita choraa, Brindaavana sanchaaraa, Son of Nanda with charming form, he moves bhakthodhaaraa baala Gopaalaa, Giridhara Gopaalaa . through Brindavan; Lord who plays the flute He Giridhara Gopaalaa, he Giridhara Gopaalaa, he and protects the Saints and sustains his devo- Giridhara Gopaalaa. tees.

Muralii lolaa, munijana paalaa, Raadhaa hridaya vihaaraa, He wears pearls and protects his devotees navaniita choraa, nanda kumara, Giridhara Gopaalaa. and charms Radha's heart; the child He Giridhara gopaalaa, he Giridhara gopaalaa, he Giridhara cowherd; stealer of butter, who held aloft the gopaalaa. mountain Giridhara.

Tumhii Ho Maataa (Hindi)

Tumhii ho maataa, pitaa tumhiii ho, You are my Mother, You are my Father Tumhii ho bandhu, sakhaa tumhii ho. You are my Relative, You are my Friend Tumhii ho saathii, tumhii sahaare, You are my Companion, You are my Support Koii na apanaa sivaa tumhaare. Other than You I have no one to call mine Tumhii ho naiyyaa tumhii khevaiyyaa, You are the Boat, You are the Oarsman Tumhii ho bandhu sakhaa tumhii ho. You are the Relative, You are the Friend Jo khila sake naa vo phuula hama hain, We are those flowers that could not bloom Tumhaare charanon ki dhuula hama hain, We are the dust of Your Feet Dayaa ki drishti sadaa hii rakhanaa, Please look upon us always with compassion Tumhii ho bandhu sakhaa tumhii ho. You are the Relative, You are the Friend

Devii Bhavaanii Jagata Jananii

Devii Bhavaanii jagata Jananii Manda Goddess Amba is the mother of Universe. She has beautiful smiling face, haasinii aananda daayinii Mangala kaarini kaarunya ruupinii Naaraayanii, She confers bliss and auspiciousness. Devii Naaraayanii Mahishaasura Worship Goddess Narayani, mardhini Ambe Bhavaanii Annihilator of demon Mahisasura.

Badaa Chitta Choraa

Badaa chitta choraa, Brindaavana sanchaaraa, Great stealer of hearts roams in Brindavan, Gopaalaa gopaalaa he muralii gopaalaa. The Cowherd Boy who lifted Govardhana Mountain, Govardhanodhara gopaala baalaa, Radha's Lord Krishna, who captivated the hearts of Gopii manohara Raadhe gopaalaa the Gopis (milk-maids).

Gopaalaa Raadhaa Lolaa

Gopaalaa Raadhaa Lolaa Muralii Krishna, protector of souls, the joy of Radha; lolaa nandalaalaa Keshava The beloved son of Nanda gives joy with His Maadhava Janaardhanaa flute; Beautiful-haired Krishna, Lord of all beings, Vanamaalaa Brindavana baalaa A boy of Brindavan who wears a garland of Muralii lolaa nandalaalaa flowers The beloved son of Nanda gives joy with His flute

Krishnaa Jinakaa Naama Hai (Hindi)

Krishnaa Jinakaa naama hai He Whose name is Krishnaa Gokula Jinakaa dhaama hai Who resides in Gokul Aise Shrii Bhagavaana ko This is the God toWhom Meraa baarama baara pranaama hai I repeatedly offer my respects.

Yashodaa Jinakii maiyaa hai The One Whose mother is Yashodaa Nandajii baapaiyaa hai Whose father is Nandji Aise Shrii Gopaala ko To this One named Gopaala Meraa baarama baara pranaama hai I offer my respects.

Raadhaa Jinakii chhaayaa hai The One Whose shadow is Raadhaa Adbhuta Jinakii maayaa hai And Whose wonder is unlimited Aise Shrii Ghanashyaama ko To this Illustrious One Meraa baarama baara pranaama hai I offer my respects.

Loota Loota dadhi maakhana khaayo The one who always stole and ate butter Gwaala baala sanga dhenu charaayo Who ground grain with the other children Aise Leela Dhaam Ko To this glorious and charming One I offer Meraa baarama baara pranaama hai my respects.

Drupada sudhaa ko laaja bachaayo The one who saved Draupadi’s honor Grah se gaja ka phanda chhudaayo Who freed the elephant’s trunk from the alligator Aise kripaa dhaama ko To this merciful one Meraa baarama baara pranaama hai I offer my respects

Bhajomana Govinda Gopaalaa

Bhajomana Govinda Gopaalaa Chant in your mind the name of the pleasant cowherd Lord- Govinda gopaalaa, gopaalaa Radha's beloved, Lord Krishna* Bhajomana govinda gopaalaa Govinda bolo Hari Gopaala bolo *Also known by the names Govind, Gopaal, and many others Raadhaa ramana Hari Govinda bolo Govinda bolo Hari Gopaala bolo Govinda gopaalaa, gopaalaa

Jaba Koii Nahiin Aataa

Jaba koii nahiin aataa meraa shyaama aataa hai When nobody comes for me, my dark one* comes Mere dukha ke dinon mein voh badaa kaama aataa hai In my days of sadness, he is very helpful

Meri naiyaa chalati hai patavaara nahiin dikhati My boat sails, but I cannot see Kisii aura ki ab mujhko darkaar nahiin hoti I don’t need anyone else anymore Darkaar pade jab bhii voh daudaa aataa hai Whenever I need someone, he comes running Mere dukha ke dinon mein voh badaa kaama aataa hai In my days of sadness, he is very helpful

Koii yaada kare usko dukha halkaa ho jaaye When one remembers him, sorrows are lightened Koii pyaara kare isse ye uskaa bana jaaye If one loves him, he becomes theirs Yeh bina bole dukha ko pehchaan jaataa hai Without a spoken word, he understands people’s Mere dukha ke dinon mein voh badaa kaama aataa hai sorrows In my days of sadness, he is very helpful

Yeh itnaa badaa hokara dukhiyon se pyaara kare He is so important, but loves even sad people Chaahe chhote ho yaa bade sabha ko sveekaara kare Be they important or not, he welcomes everyone Hama bhakhton kaa kehnaa voh maana jaataa hai He listens what we, his devotees, say Mere dukha ke dinon mein voh badaa kaama aataa hai In my days of sadness, he is very helpful.

*epithet for Krishnaa, who is often referred to by his dark-skinned (“shyamvarn”) appearance

O Paalanhaare

O Paalanhaare, niraguna aura nyaare, O Divine Nurturer! You are beyond all tumhre bina hamaraa kauno nahiin. traits We have no one other than You Hamrii uljhana suljhaao Bhagavana, O God! please resolve our difficulty tumhre bina hamaraa kauno nahiin. We have no one other than You

Only You keep us supported Tumhai hamako ho sambhaale, tumhai hamare rakhavaale. Tumhre Only You are our protector bina hamaraa kauno nahiin We have no one other than You

O Paalanhaare…

Krishnaa Kaa Naama Anamola Bolo

Krishnaa kaa naama anamola bolo Krishnaa Krishnaa Krishna’s name is precious, say Krishnaa Kaanhaa ka naama anamola bolo Krishnaa Krishnaa Krishnaa Kaanha’s* name is precious, say Krishnaa Krishnaa Brahmaa bhii bole Krishnaa Vishnu bhii bole Krishnaa Brahmaa says Krishnaa

Vishnu also says Krishnaa Shivjii ke damaru se avaaz aaye Krishnaa Krishnaa Krishnaa kaa naama… From the drum of Shivaa comes the sound Krishnaa Krishnaa Chandaa bhii bole Krishnaa Suuraj bhii bole Krishnaa The moon says Krishnaa

Taaron ki jhilmila se avaaz aaye Krishnaa The sun also says Krishnaa Krishnaa Krishnaa kaa naama… The twinkling of the stars says Krishnaa Krishnaa

Gangaa bhii bole Krishnaa Yamunaa bhii bole Krishnaa Gangaa (a river) says Krishnaa Saagara ki lehron se avaaz aaye Krishnaa Yamunaa (a river) also says Krishnaa Krishnaa Krishnaa kaa naama… From the waves of the ocean comes the sound Krish- naa Krishnaa Gaiyaa bhii bole Krishnaa Bachhdaa bhii bole Krishnaa The cow says Krishnaa Gokula ki galiyon se avaaz aaye Krishnaa Her calf says Krishnaa Krishnaa Krishnaa kaa naama… From the streets of Gokul comes the sound Krishnaa Krishnaa Tum bhii bolo naa Krishnaa Ham bhii bolenge Krishnaa

Bhakton ke hridaya se avaaz aaye Krishnaa You say Krishnaa, too We will also say Krishnaa Krishnaa Krishnaa kaa naama… From the hearts of the devotees comes the sound Krishnaa Krishnaa

*another name for Krishnaa

Shiva Shambho Shambho

Shiva Shambho Shambo, Shiva Shambho Mahaadevaa The great Lord Shiva is the destroyer of evil, Hara Hara Hara Hara Mahaadevaa, Shiva Shambho Mahaadevaa He who swallowed the deadly poison, and is Halaahaladhara Shambho, anaatha naathaa Shambho the Protector of the defenseless Hari Om, Hari Om, Hari Om Namah Shivaaya Praise Him, for he purifies those who speak Hari Om Om Om, Hari Om Om Om, Hari Om namah Shivaaya His name.

Kshiirabdi Shayanaa Naaraayanaa

Kshiirabdi Shayanaa Naaraayanaa Lord who reclines on the ocean of Shrii Lakshmii ramanaa milk, Husband and Lord of Goddess Naaraayanaa Naaraayanaa Hari Lakshmi, Protects his destitute Naaraayanaa Natajana paripaala devotee; Lord who resides in heaven, Naaraayanaa Vaikunttha vaasaa Enchanter of Sita's* mind Naaraayanaa Vaidehi mohana Incarnates in the form of man with a lion head#. Naaraayanaa *Vaidehi is another name for Sita #Reference to Shiv’s avatar Nara-singh (literally man-lion)

Raghupati Raaghava Raajaa Raama (Hindi)

Raghupati Raaghava Raajaa Oh King of the Raghukul Dynasty, Ram! Raama Patita paavana Siitaa Purifying all Evils, Sita’s husband, Raama Iishvara Allaah Tero naama Ram. Your name is “God” in any form. Sabko sanmati de Bhagavaana Bless us all, Oh Divine Grace!

Raghupati Raaghava…

Jala mein Raama, thala mein Raama Ram is in the oceans, Ram is on Earth Saare jaga mein tuu hii Raama You are everywhere in the world, Ram Raama Raama jaya raajaa Raama With Love, chant “Jai Sita Ram!” Prema se bolo jaya Siya Raama Raghupati Raaghava…

Kaushalyaa ke pyaare Raama The beloved son of Kaushalya, Dasharatha raja dulhaare Raama The victorious successor of King Dasrath, Ram. Raama Raama jaya raajaa Raama With Love, chant “Jai Sita Ram!” Prema se bolo jaya Siya Raama Raghupati Raaghava…

Jaga mein do sundara hain naama There are two beautiful names in this world, Siitaa Raama jaya Shrii Hanumaana Those of Raama and Hanumaana, his greatest devotee Raghupati Raaghava…

Gajavadanaa Gananaathaa

Gajvadanaa Gananaathaa Gajvadanaa Elephant-faced Ganesha, leader of the horde, Protector of the helpless, diina naathaa Siddhi daataa Shiva tanayaa Siddhi pradhaayaka Gajaananaa Shiva's son, the bestower of liberation, Paarvatii nandana bhava bhaya bhanjana Lord Ganesha is the giver of intellegence, Yuga yuga vandita jaya Shrii Ganesha He is Parvati's son, the one who destroys worldly fears, Glory to Lord Ganesha who is praised through the ages.

Shiva Kailaaso Ke Vaasii (Pahadi)

Shiva kailaaso ke vaasii Shiv, dweller of Mt. Kailash Dholii dhaaro ke raajaa He who wields the dholi (drum) Shankara sankat haranaa, Shankar ji, remover of our sorrows O baabaa, mangala mangala karanaa O sage! Bring upon us auspicious times

Tere kailaaso jogii jo ramade To those who wander on your mountain, Santa kare jaya jaya kaaraa Even saints pay their respects.

O bhole baabaa santa kare jai jai kaaraa Shiva kailaaso ke vaasii…

Tere kailaaso ki adbhuta maayaa Of your mountain’s wondrous magic, Kisii ne anta na paayaa Nobody has ever seen the end.

O bhole baabaa kisii ne anta na paayaa Shiva kailaaso ke vaasii…

Shiva Shambho Hara Hara Shambo

Shiva Shambho Hara Hara Shambho O Lord Shiva! Destroyer of evil Bhavanaashaa Kailaasha Nivaasaa And of wordly ties, Who dwells on Mount Kailash. Paarvatii pate, Hare pashupate Parvati's Lord, and Lord of all creatures, Gangaadharaa Hara Gaurii pate Gauri's Lord Shiva Who wears the celestial River Ganga

Raghupate Raaghavaa Raajaa Raamaa

Raghupate Raaghavaa Raajaa Raamaa. King of the Raghu Dynasty, O Raajaa Raamaa, Lord Ram, O Siitaa Raamaa. Sita’s husband, Dasharatha nandana Raajaa Raamaa, Kaushalyaatmaja sundara Son of Dasharatha and Raamaa. Kaushalya, Raama, Raama, jaya Raajaa Raamaa, Raaghava mohana meghaa Beloved cloud(dark)-faced lord shyaamaa. of the Raaghavas; Jaya jaya Raama, jaya jaya Raama, Praise Sita’s Lord Ram, Jaya jaya Raama, jaya jaya Raam, jaya jaya Raama Raama Siitaa Purifier of all evils, Raama, Lord Ram, Patita paavana Siitaa pate Raamaa, Sita’s husband. O Raajaa Raama, O Siitaa Raama.

Raadhikaa Jiivanaa

Raadhikaa jiivanaa, Soul of Radha, Krishna Janaardhanaa, Lord Krishna of the people, Radhe Govindaa Radhe Gopaalaa, Radha’s cowherd, bliss to the senses, Devakii nandanaa, Child of Devaki, Radhikaa jiivanaa. Is Radha’s soul. Nandanandanaa, he gopika ranjanaa, Child who delighted the Gopis Muralii mohanaa, And played the sweet-sounding flute, Shrii Madhusuudhanaa Lord Shri Krishna

Namaha Paarvatii Pataye

Namaha Paarvatii pataye Hara Hara Bow to Parvati’s Lord Shiva Supreme Lord Shiva, Hara Hara Shankara Mahaadeva Hara Hara Hara Hara Mahaadeva Bestower of Good and Destroyer of Shiva Shiva Shiva Shiva Evil Unchanging Supreme Lord Great, Sadaashiva Mahaadeva Sadaashiva unchanging Lord, Sadaashiva Mahaadeva Great, unchanging Lord

Atmanivaasii Raama

Ram, who lives in the soul, Aatmanivaasii Raama, aatmanivaasii Raama, Dasharathanandana Raama, Jaya Victory to Rama, son of Dasharatha jaya Jaanakii jiivana Raama. Soul of Sita.

Ram, who lives in Ayodhya, Ayodhyavaasii Raama, Ayodhyavaasii Raama, Dasharathanandana Raama, Jaya jaya Victory to Rama, son of Dasharatha, Jaanakii jiivana Raama. Soul of Sita.

Aranyavaasii Raama, aranyavaasii Ram, who dwells in the forest, Raama, Dasharathanandana Raama, Jaya Victory to Rama, son of Dasharatha, jaya Jaanakii jiivana Raama. Soul of Sita.

Ahalya uddhaaraka Raama, Ahalya uddhaaraka Raama, Ram, who liberated Ahalya from penance, Dasharathanandana Raama, Jaya jaya Jaanakii jiivana Victory to Rama, son of Dasharatha Soul Raama. of Sita.

Dashamukhamardana Raama, Dashamukhamardana Raama, Rama, who slew ten-faced Ravan, Dasharathanandana Raama, Victory to Rama, son of Dasharatha, Jaya jaya Jaanakii jiivana Raama. Soul of Sita.

Bhaktavasala Raama, bhaktavasala Raama, Rama, who loves His devotees as Dasharathanandana Raama, Jaya jaya children, Victory to Rama, son of Jaanakii jiivana Raama. Dasharatha, Soul of Sita.

Maatanga Vadanaa Aananda Sadanaa

Maatanga vadanaa aananda sadanaa, Thou art the Lord with elephant face, beaming with blissfulness. Mahaadeva Shiva Shambho nandana, O son of Lord Shiva, the destroyer of evil!

Maathanga vadanaa aananda sadanaa, Thou art the Lord with elephant face, beaming with blissfulness, Maayaa vinaashaka muushika vaahana, Who destroys illusion and who has the mouse as his vehicle, Son of Maataa Maheshwari Bhavaanii nandana, Devi Bhavaani (Parvati), the Great Mother Goddess, Great Lord Mahaaganapate mangala charanaa of the hordes, Thy feet are auspiciousness itself.

Prema Mudita Mana Se Kaho

Prema mudita mana se kaho With a heart filled with love, say Ram's name. Raama, Raama, Raama, Raama, Raama, Raama, Raama, Raama, Raama, Shrii Raama Raama Raama

Paapa kate dukha mite, leke Raama naama Ram's name removes all sins and sorrows

Bhava sumudra sukhada naava, eka Raama naama. Ram's name is the auspicious boat with which the Raama, Raama, Raama… ocean of life can be crossed.

Parama shaanti sukhada nidhaana, eka Raama naama. Ram's divine name gives great peace; Niraadhaara ko adhaara, eka Raama naama. His name gives support to those who have none. Raama, Raama, Raama…

Parama gopya parama iishta, mantra Raama naama His name is the greatest secret and divine mantra; Santa hridaya sadaa basata eka Raama naama. He always resides in the hearts of saints and devotees. Raama, Raama, Raama…

Maata, pitaa, bandhu, sakhaa, sabha hii Raama His name is mother, father, relation, friend and naama. all; Ram's name is life's treasure, for all devotees.

Bhakta janana jiivana dhana eka Raama naama. Raama, Raama, Raama…

With a heart filled with love, chant Ram's name. Prema mudita mana se kaho Raama Raama Raama…

Maa He Maa

Maa, he Maa, Mother Ambe, glory to You, He Maa, he Maa, O Mother! Ambe Maataa jaya jagata jananii Mother of the universe. Maa, he Maa O Mother! Viinaa vadinii Sarasvatii Maataa You are Saraswati* who plays the veena, Jagata paalinii Gaurii Maataa Protector of the Universe, you are Gauri* Ambe Bhavaanii Lakshmii Maataa You are Amba, Bhavani, Lakshmi* Ambe Maataa jaya jagata jananii Mother Ambe, glory to You, Mother of all universe.

*other names and forms of the goddess

Ai Maalika Tere Bande Hama (Hindi)

Ai Maalika tere bande hama Oh, God, we are your followers Aise hon hamaare karama May our deeds should be such that Nekii para chalein, aur badii se talein We walk on the path of good and keep away from evil Taaki hanste hue nikle dama So that we leave this world contentedly.

Ai Maalika tere bande hama Oh, God, we are your followers…

Yeh andheraa ghanaa chhaa rahaa A thick darkness descends Teraa insaana ghabraa rahaa Your human is afraid Ho rahaa bekhabara kuchha naa aataa nazara He remains unaware, nothing comes in sight Sukha kaa suuraja chhupaa jaa rahaa The sun of contentment is being obscured

Hai terii roshnii mein jo dama, Your light has so much strength that Tuu amaavasa ko karde puunama It makes a new moon turn into a full moon Nekii para chalein, aur badii se talein May we walk on the path of good and keep away Taaki hanste hue nikle dama from evil So that we leave this world contentedly. Ai Maalika tere bande hama Oh, God, we are your followers…

Badaa kamzora hai aadmii Man is very weak Abhii laakhon hain ismein He has thousands of shortcomings kamii But you are very generous Para tuu jo khadaa hai dayaaluu badaa The Earth stands because of your kindness Terii kirpaa se dhartii thamii Since you have given us birth Diyaa tuune hamein jaba janama Only you will tolerate our Tuu hii jhelegaa hama sabake gama pain Nekii para chalein, aur badii se talein May we walk on the path of good and keep away Taaki hanste hue nikle dama from evil So that we leave this world contentedly. Ai Maalika tere bande hama Oh, God, we are your followers…

Jaba zulmon kaa ho saamanaa When we face injustice and atrocities You take a hold of us and lead us righteously Taba tuu hii hamein thaamanaa Vo buraaii karein hama bhalaaii karein They inflict harm, we pour compassion Nahiin badle kii ho kaamanaa May we not have any wishes for revenge

Badhha uthhe pyaara kaa hara kadama May each step of love take hold Aura mite baira kaa ye bharama And break the shroud of unkindness Nekii para chalein, aur badii se talein May we walk on the path of good and keep away Taaki hanste hue nikle dama from evil So that we leave this world contentedly.

Ai Maalika tere bande hama (1st verse repeat) Oh, God, we are your followers

Bhasma Bhuushitanga Saaii Chandrashekhara

Bhasma bhuushitanga Saaii Chandrashekharaa Lord Sai, Your ornament is holy ash, and the crescent. Phaala netra shuula dhaarii Saaii Shankaraa On Your forehead Your third eye shines and You hold the trident. Bhasma bhuushitanga Saaii Chandrashekharaa Saama gaana priyakaraa Saaii sundaraa Your ornament is holy ash, the crescent adorns your Hara Hara Hara Shiva Shambho natana shekaraa fore-head. Parti vaasa Saaii Deva, Saaii Shankaraa Saaii In all songs You are extolled as our benefactor, Shankaraa, Satya Saaii Shankaraa Shiva, origin of goodness, You dance the cosmic round. Divine Sai, from Your residence Puttaparti You bring well-being to all the world.

Maiyaa Morii Maiyaa morii, main nahiin maakhana khaayo Oh Mother, I did not eat the butter!

Kahata sunat mein aakar kaahe jhuuthaa dosha lagaayo? Why do you listen to others and accuse me? Ri maiyaa morii, main nahiin maakhana khaayo Mother, I did not eat the butter.

Yamuna ke tata para gvaala baala sanga chaara sahara On the banks of the Yamuna River, I main khelaa, played with the other children all day.

Gaiya charaavata bansi bajaavata saanja kii belaa, I tended to the cows and played my flute ‘til Bhuuka lagii to daudata daudata siidhaa main ghara aayo, dusk; I was hungry so I ran straight home. Ri maiyaa morii, main nahiin maakhana khaayo But Mother, I did not eat the butter!

Naa koii maine matakii phodii naa koii kii hai chorii, I have not broken any pots nor stolen, Why did Jaana liyaa kyuun mujhako jhuutaa tuune maiya morii? you think I had lied, dear Mother? How did Apane anga ko kaise samjhaa tuune aaja paraayo? you think you own child could be such a Ri maiyaa morii, main nahiin maakhana khaayo stranger? Mother, I did not eat the butter.

What reason have I to steal? Main to Baabaa nanda ke laalaa kaahe chora kahaaun? Apne ghara mein kaun kamii jo bahara maakhana khaaun? What shortcoming is there in our house that I Baata sunii to maataa Yashodaa hansakara kanttha lagaayo would steal from another’s? Mother Yashoda Phira bolii – heard this, held him close and laughingly said- Tuu nahiin maakhana khaayo, No, you did not eat the butter.

Ganesha Sharanam

Ganesha sharanam, sharanam Ganeshaa (4x) Surrender to Lord Ganesha, Vaagiisha sharanam, sharanam Vaagiishaa (4x) Surrender to the eloquent Lord, Saariisha sharanam, sharanam Saariishaa (4x) Surrender to the true form of the Lord

Shiva Shiva Mahaadevaa

Shiva, Shiva, Mahaadevaa, namah Shivaaya Sadaashivaa, Supreme Lord Shiva, we bow to you.

Shiva, Shiva, Mahaadevaa, namah Shivaaya Sadaashivaa,

Kaalii, Kaalii, Mahaamaataa namah Kaliike namo Great Mother Kali, we bow to you. namah, Kaalii, Kaalii, Mahaamaataa namah Kaliike namo namah,

Great Godess Durga, we bow to you. Durgaa, Durgaa, Mahaamaayaa, namah Durgaaya namo namah, Durgaa, Durgaa, Mahaamaayaa, namah Durgaaya namo namah,

We bow to Supreme Lord Namah Shivaaya Sadaashivaa, Shiva, To Great Mother Kali, Namah Kaliike namo namah, And Great Goddess Durga Namah Durgaaya namo namah

Shiva, Shiva, Mahaadevaa, namah Shivaaya Sadaashivaa,

Aananda Saagara Muralidharaa

Aananda saagara muaralidharaa Thou art the ocean of bliss, wielding a flute, Miiraa Prabhu Raadhe Shyaama venu gopaalaa Radha’s Dark-colored Lord, a flute-playing cowherd, Aananda saagara muralidharaa Thou art the ocean of bliss, wielding a flute, Nanda Yashodaa aananda kishoraa Jaya jaya Gokula baala jaya venu gopaala Yashoda’s son, a pleasant youth, Victory to Krishna of Gokul

Gajaananaa He Shubhaananaa (I)

Gajaananaa he shubhaananaa Pray and worship the pleasant, elephant-faced Lord, Parama niranjana gajavadanaa For He is Supreme purity.

Vakratundadhara vighna vinaashaa Round-bellied destroyer of all Pranava swaroopa partipuriishaa obstacles, Life force of all beings,

Siddhi Vinaayaka aananta daayaka Eternally merciful bestower of Parama niranjana gajavadanaa success, He is Supreme Purity.

Gajaananaa He Shubhaananaa (II)

Gajaananaa he shubhaananaa Elephant-face Lord, bestower of good luck, Gaurii manohara priya nandanaa Is the delight of Mother Gauri (Parvati); Pashupati tanaya Gajaananaa The son of Shiva, ruler of all living Parama niranjana shubhanana creatures, He is Supreme Purity.

Vel Muruugaa Vel (Tamil)

Vel, vel, vel, vel, vel Muruugaa vel. Oh Lord Muruga, who holds the Vel Muruugaa, Maa Palani, Velaayudaa vel, vel vel And dwells in the hills of Palani.

Kaanta Kadambaa Kumaaraa Kaartike-yaa Karunaiyullam Kondavanai Velaayudaa vel You are Kanta, the one who killed the demon Kadamba. vel Vel, vel, vel, vel… You have six faces and a compassionate heart for devotees.

Shaktiivadi Velaavanai Shivaakumaaraa Sharanaagata Rakshaaganai Velaayudaa Vel You are the form of your mother, Shakti, and son of Shi- va. Vel Vel, vel, vel, vel…

You help the devotees who surrender themselves at your feet.

Suura Samhaarama Seidha Subhramnnyaa Vallii Devayanii Manal Kaarthikey-yaa You killed Sura, Oh Subramania, you are the Vel, vel, vel, vel… beloved husband of Valli and Devayani.

Kalaimagallam

(Tamil)

Kalaimagallam malaimagallum Oh daughter of the arts! Oh daughter of the Mountain! Oh potridum thiirumagal alaimagale daughter who has risen foam of the waves.

Alaikadal uditha Adilakshmii The one who has risen from the waves of the sea is Aadi Lakshmi. Selvamagala alitidum Dhanalakshmii The one who brings with her riches is Dhana Lakshmi. Thiiruvarul thanthidum The one who nurtures by her divine grace is Dhaanya Lakshmi. Dhanyalakshmii Bhavabayam pokidum The one who rids all of the fears is Dhairya Lakshmi.

Dhairyalakshmii

Charanam

She who sits on a lotus, surrounded by elephants, is Gaja Thamarai puuvil Gajalakshmii Laksh-mi; She who holds her son on her lap is Santaana Lakshmi. Maga udan madiyil Santaana Lakshmii Viirathai alithidum Vijaya She who gives physical strength is Vijaya Lakshmi. Lakshmii Arivai alithidum Vidya The one who gives knowledge is Vidhya Lakshmi. Lakshmii Mahaalakshmii aval Oh Great Lakshmi! Varalakshmii Mangala ruupini ashta These are the eight forms of Goddess Lakshmi, granter of boons! Lakshmii Aval mangala ruupini ashta Lakshmii

Ganesha Pancharatnam

Mudaakaraatha modakam sadaa vimukti I salute that remover of obstacles, saadhakam who always bestows salvation and Kalaadharaavatamsakam vilaasiloka rakshakam Who wears a part of moon on his head and protects Anaaya kaika naayakam vinaashitebha daityakam this world which is varied; Nataashubhaashu naashakam namaami tham Who is the leader of those who cannot be lead; Who Vinaayakam. destroys demons and all things which are bad.

Natetaraati bhiikaram navoditaarka bhaasvaram I bow before that great Lord permanently, Who Namat suraari nirjanam nataadhi kaapa duddharam creates fear in the enemies of his devotee; Sureshvaram nidhiishvaram Gajesvharam Ganesh- Who sparkles like the just risen Sun, and is saluted by varam Gods and Asuras; Maheshvaram samaashraye paraatparam niranta- Who destroys obstacles of his devotees, Who is the ram. God of all devas, all wealth, all elephants, And who is the leader of the army of Lord Shiva.

Samasta loka Shankaram nirasta daitya kunjaram I bow to that Ganapati who shines like the Sun, Who Daredarodaram varam vare bhavaktra maksharam bestows peace to all the worlds; Who removed the Krupaakaram kshamaakaram mudaakaram Gajamukhasura from this world, and has a very big yashaskaram paunch; Who has an elephant-face which blesses,And Manaskaram namaskrutaam namaskaromi who shows kindness and is tolerant; bhaasvaram. Who is full of blessing, and showers great fame To those who salute Him.

Akimchanaarti maarjanam chirantanokti bhaajanam I salute the very ancient elephant-god Who destroys the Puraari puurva nandanam suraari garva charvanam wants of the have nots; Who has been worshipped Prapancha naasha bhiishanam dhananjayaadi since ancient times, and is the eldest son of the lord bhuushanam who destroyed cities; Who eats away the pride of the Kapola daana vaaranam bhaje Puraana vaaranam. enemies of the gods, and is awesome at the time of final deluge; Who wears serpents like Dananjaya as ornaments and is fierce like the elephant in rut.

Nitaantikaanta dantakaanti mantakaanta I meditate always only on that God with single tusk, kaatmajam Whose ever lustrous tusk is very pretty; Who is the son Achintya ruupa mantahiina mantaraaya kruntanam of Lord who killed the God of death, Who has a form Hrudantare nirantaram vasantameva yoginaam beyond one’s imagination; Who is endless, Tamekadanta meva tam vichintayaami santatam. tearing asunder all obstacles; And who dwells forever in the heart of Yogis like the season of spring.

Phalasruthi Benefit of Chanting Ganesha Pancharatnam Mahaaganesha Pancharatna Maadharena He, who remembers with respect every morning, Yo’nvaham These five gems of the great Lord Ganapati, Pragaayati Prabhaatake Hrudi Smaran Ganeshvaram And who meditates in his heart the leader of ganas, Arogadhamadhosataam susaahithiim suputrataam Will soon be blessed with a healthy life, Samaahithaayurshta bhuuti mapyupaiti so’chiraat Free of all problems, endowed with great peace Great sons, longevity and spiritual and physical wealth.

Bhaagyaadaa Lakshmii Baarammaa

(Kannada)

Bhaagyaadaa Lakshmii Baarammaa, Oh, Goddess of Fortune. Lakshmidevi! Nammamma nii saubhaagyaadaa Lakshmii Do come to us, goddess of infinite auspiciousness! Baarammaa

Hejjaya mele hejjaya nikkuta O, Shri Lakshmi, who places her steps behind Gejjaya kaalagala dhvaniyaa toruta Krishna, With anklets making sweet sounds as she Sajjana saadhuu puujaya velage runs, Come to us as we pray, Majjige olagina benne ante Like butter out of buttermilk when it is churned! Bhaagyadaa...

Kanaka vrishtiyaa karayuta baare, Come and shower on us a rain of Mana kaamaanava siddhiya tore gold, And fufilll our desires! Dinakara kotthi tejadi holeyyuvaa Come with the brightness of crores of rays of sunlight! Janaka raayanaa kumaari beraa Oh, daughter of King Janaka, come bless us! Bhaagyaadaa...

Attittalagalade bhaktara maneyali Your devotees never face troubles; Nitya mahotsava nitya sumangala Every day for them is a festival, auspicious! Satyava toruva saadhu sajjanara You, who shine in the hearts of great sages! Chittadi holeyyuva puttali bambe Welcome to You! Bhaagyaadaa...

Shankhe illada baagyava kottu, Oh, lotus-eyed pride of Mahavishnu! You shower good Kankana kaiyya tiruguta baare fortune upon your devotees; Appear before us with the Kunkumanaankitaa pankaj lochana shining golden bracelets and auspicious vermilion! Oh, Venkata ramanan mohada raanii consort of Shri Venkataramana! Bhaagyaadaa...

Sakkare thuppavaa laaluve harisi Shukravaaradhaa puujaya velage Rivers of ghee flow toward us from your feet During Friday’s puja time; Akkare ullaa alagiri rangana Chokka purandara vittalana raanii Oh, merciful, eternal queen of Alagiri, Bhaagyaadaa... Eternal queen of Shri Purandara Vitthala!

Jaya Paanduranga Prabho Vitthalaa

Jaya Paanduranga Prabho Vitthalaa Victory to the Lord, Jagadoddhaaraa Hari Vitthalaa Savior of the entire universe,

Paanduranga Vitthalaa, Pandhari naatha Vitthalaa Known as Paanduranga, Vitthala, Lord of Shrii Ramanii hridayaanta rangaa Pandhari Captor of Ramanii’s heart,

Mangala kara karunaanta rangaa Who compassionately does auspicious deeds, Aashrita diina janaavana rangaa (2x) And is the support of His miserable Jagadoddhaaraa Hari Vitthalaa followers. Savior of the entire universe, Paanduranga Vitthalaa, Pandhari naatha Vitthalaa Paanduranga, Vitthala, Lord of Pandhari

Raama Sumiiramana

Raama Sumiiramana, Raama sumiiramana O mind! Remember Raama, Raama surmiiramana Raama, Remember Raama, Jaanakii vallabha Dasharatha nandana Janaki’s beloved, son of Dasharatha, Raamachandra Shrii Raama (3x) King Ramchandra. Bhajomana Siitaa Raama Raama, bhajomana Siitaa Raama Sing praises of Sita and Raama, Bhajomana Raadhe Shyaama Shyaama, bhajomana Raadhe Of Radha and Krishna, Shyaama Sita and Raama Bhajomana Siitaa Raama Raama, bhajomana Siitaa Raama

Maanasaa Bhajare

Maanasa bhajare Guru charanam, Worship the lotus feet of the Guru Without dustara bhavasaagara taranam which one cannot cross the ocean of life and death. Guru Mahaaraaja Guru jaya jaya Glory to the supreme Guru, Lord Sai. Saaii Naatha Sadguru jaya jaya Surrender to Lord Shiva, Om Namah Shivaaya, Om Namah Shivaaya, Om

Namah Shivaaya, Shivaaya Namah Om. Of the Arunachala mountain, Arunaachala Shiva, Arunaachala Shiva, Arunaachala Shiva, Arunaa Shiva Om. And to Baba who is Om personified. Omkaaram Baabaa, Omkaaram Baabaa, Omkaaram Baabaa, Om Namo Baabaa

He Parmeshwar

He Parmeshwar mangala daataa chiiye aame sau Oh! Lord, giver of auspicious things we are all taaraa baala, Your children

De darshan tuj divya manohar, vandan kariye vaar- Give us your beautiful and divine darshan. We bow amavaar… down to you again and again

Savaar pade ne pankhi jaage, kil kil gaaye taaru naam, In the morning, birds wake up and sing Your glory. Zaalara zanane mandir gunje jai jai thaaye taaru Bells ring in the temple echoing with the victory of naam… Your name.

He parameshwar… Swami! You are the benefactor of all, and the ultimate foundation of the entire Par hit kaari, tu chhe Swami, sakal jagatno sara- vaadhar, universe. You are the only salvation of all humans - young and old. Naanaa motaa sau maanavano, ek ja tu chhe taranhaar… O Lord! Give us proper education and He parameshwar… development, Your devotion and Your knowledge

Bhanatar ganatar evu deje, deje bhakti ne tuj gnaan, so that we receive the joyful blessings of our mother Maata pita ne sant gurunaa raaji paanu karie paan…. and father, our saints and our guru. He parameshwar…

Varuvai Amma

Varuvai Varuvai Varuvai Ammaa Come, come, come Amma. Come in the form of wealth, (Undhana) Tiruvai Uruvai Varuvai Ammaa (Endhana) Irulai neekkida Come to remove the darkness (ignorance) in my life, Varuvai Ammaa Undhan Arulai Come to shower your blessings on me. Come, Pozhindidu Varuvai Ammaa Varuvai Mother Goddess. Varuvai Varuvai Ammaa

Devi, You are known by many names - Kalyaani, Kalyaanii Karumaarii Kaamaakshii niiye Karumaari, Kaamaakshi, Mahalakshmi, Mahaalakshmii Maatangii Meenaakshii Maatangi, Meenaksi; Varalakshmi, Vaarahi and niiye Varaalakshmii Vaarahii Vishalaakshii Vishalaaksh, And Maya Prashanthi who rules the niiye Ulagelum Maaye Prashaanti Taaye universe. Mother...Mother...Mother...Mother Ammaa...Ammaa...Ammaa...Ammaa

Ayodhyaa Vaasii Raama

Ayodhyaa Vaasii Raama, Raama, Raama Lord Raama of Ayodhya, Dasharatha Nandana Raama The beloved son of King Dasharatha, Patita paavana, Jaanakii jiivana, Siitaa mohana Raama Is savior of the fallen, Janaki’s* Lord, beloved of Siitaa

*The adopted daughter of King Janak of Mithila, Sita is also known as Janaki

Vaishnava Jana To

Vaishnava jana to tene kahiye je One who is a Vaishnav Piida paraayii jaane re. Knows the pain of others.

Para dukkhe upakaara kare toye Does good to others, especially to those in misery Mana abhimaana na aane re. And does not let pride enter his mind Vaishnava jana to...

Sakala loka maan sahune vande, A Vaishnav tolerates and praises the the entire world, Nindaa na kare kenii re. Does not say bad things about anyone, Vaacha kaachha mana nishchala raakhe, And keeps his words, actions and thoughts pure. Dhana-dhana jananii tenii re. O Vaishnav, your mother is blessed! Vaishnava jana to...

Samdrishiti ne trishna tyaagii, A Vaishnav sees everything equally, rejects greed and Parasthii jene maata re. avarice, Considers someone else's wife or daughter as his Jiivha thakii asatya na bole mother.

Pardhana nava jhaale haatha re His tongue may tire, but will never speak lies Vaishnava jana to... And he will not touch another’s property.

Mohamaaya vyaape nahiin jene Dridha vairaagya jena mana maa re A Vaishnav does not succumb to worldly attachments Raama naama shuu taalii laagii Is devoted to staunch detachment from worldly pleasures Sakal tirath tenaa mana maa re He has been addicted to the elixir that is Ram’s name Vaishnava jana to... For whom all the religious sites are in the mind

Vanlobhii ne kapata-rahita chhe A Vaishnav has no greed or deceit, Kaama-krodha nivaaryaa re And has renounced anger and lust of all types. Bhane narsaiyyo tenu darshana karataa The poet Narsi will like to see such a person Kula ekotera taaryaa re By whose virtue, the entire family gets salvation.

Vaishnava jana to tene kahiye je…

Aatmaa Raamaa Aaananta Raamaa

Aaatmaa Raamaa Aananta Raamaa Let us adore Rama whose name is happiness... Who is beautiful, blissful, infinite Love. Aananda mohana Shriiparandhaamaa Mayyavi Raamaa maanasa premaa, He is the embodiment of virtues, and has assumed the Sundara naamaa sugunabhi Raamaa form of the human being due to His love for mankind.

Thumaka Chalata Raamachandra

Thumaka chalata Raamchandra baajata painjaniyaan Baby Ram walks, swaying unsteadily, anklets ringing Kilaki kilaki uthata dhaaya girata bhuumi latapataaya, in tune with his steps; Laughing joyously he stumbles Dhaaya maata goda leta Dasharatha kii raniyaan. around on the ground and is fondly picked up by King Thumaka chalata… Dasharath’s queens.

Anjala raja anga jhaari vividha bhaanti so dulaari, They cover him with saris, dusting off dirt, caressing Tana mana dhana vaari vaari kahata mrudu bachani- his bruises; And offer loving and reassuring words of yaan. devotion to make him feel better.

Thumaka chalata….

Vidruma se aruna bolata mukha madhura madhura, Baby Ram’s ruby red lips speak sweet melodious Subhaga naasikaa mein chaaru latakata latakaniyaan. words; Ornaments decorate his nose and waist Thumaka chalata….

Tulasiidaasa ati aananda dekha ke mukhaaravinda, Poet Tulsidas is thrilled at the face of Ram, which has Raghuvara chhabi ke samaana Raghuvara chhabi the glory of the Sun; Baby Ram is exactly what he im- baniyaan. agined him to be. Thumaka chalata…

Baabaa Aao Mere Kiirtana Mein

Baabaa aavo mere kiirtana mein. Lord Sai, come to my prayer Antarayaamii darasha dikhaao, ceremony! You, who dwells within, Naiyyaa hamaarii paara lagaao, show Yourself, Help my boat cross the water, Lord Sai, come when I pray Baabaa aavo mere kiirtana mein. Antara jyoti jalaao Saaii, Jiivana Light the lamp (of self-realization) within jyoti tuma ho Baabaa. me, For You are the guiding light of this life.

He Govinda He Aananda Nanda Gopaalaa

He Govinda, he aananda nanda gopaalaa, O Lord Krishna, embodiment of bliss, young Mohana muraliidharaa shyaama gopaalaa, cowherd, With the bewitching flute, dark- He Govinda, he aananda nanda gopaalaa, complexioned One, O Lord Krishna, embodiment of Sundara Giridhaari Hare natavara laalaa, bliss, young cowherd, Beloved dancer who lifted the Maadhavaa, Keshavaa, Madana gopaalaa. Govardhana mountain, O Maadhava, Keshava, Madana Gopala!

Shrii Raamachandra

Shrii Raamachandra kripaalu bhaju mana harana bhavabhaya daarunam Navakanja lochana kanja mukhakara kanjapada kanjaarunam Shrii Raamachandra…

Kandarpa aganita amita chhabi nava niila niiraja sundadram Pata peeta maanahu tadita ruchi-shuchi naumi janaka sutaavaram Shrii Raamachandra…

Bhuja diinabandhu dinesha daanava daitya vamsha nikandanam Raghunanda aananda kanda kaushala chanda dasharatha nandanam Shrii Raamachandra…

Sira mukuta kundala tilaka chaaru udaaru anga vibhuushanam Aajaanubhuja shara chaapa-dhara sangraam-jita-khara duushanam Shrii Raamachandra…

Iti vadati Tulasiidaasa, Shankara shesha muni mana ranjanam Mama hridaya kanja nivaasa kuru kaamaadi khaladala ganjanam Shrii Raamachandra…

O mind! Sing in praise of Shree Ramachandra, who rescues us from the fearful cycle of rebirth, Whose eyes, face, hands and feet are lotus-like, with the hue of crimson dawn.

His image, magnificent like a fresh, blue-hued cloud, exceeds that of cupid Kaamdev. The amber robes of this groom of Janak’s daughter appear pure and captivating like lightening.

Praise the brother of the destitute, Lord of the Sun, who destroyed the demon clans of Danu-Diti, Son of Dasharatha, dear progeny of Raghu, like a moon to Kosalas, He brings limitless joy.

His head boasts a crown, ear pendants, tilak; His well-adorned, shapely limbs are resplendent, Long arms, studded with bows and arrows, which won battles against Khar and Dooshan.

Thus speaks Tulsidas – such an enticer of Shankara, Sheshnag, and sages Resides lotus-like in my heart and destroys the evils generated by desire

Raama Naama Ati Miithaa

Raama naama ati miithaa hai koii gaake dekha le Sing Ram’s name, so sweet it is! Aa jaate hain Raama koii bulaake dekha le Try calling to Him, he comes

The mind is God’s temple, don’t let it dirty Ye mana hai bhagvaana kaa mandira maila na aane denaa Hiiraa janama anmola hai ise vyarth gavaa naa denaa This birth is precious as a diamond, don’t give Raama naama ke motii koii lutaake dekha le it up

Aa jaate hain Raama koii bulaake dekha le Try stealing the pearl that is His name, Try calling to Him, He comes.

Jisa mana mein abhimaana badaa bhagavaana kahaan se In a mind which has a large ego, how can aaye God enter?

Ghara me geheraa andheraa hai mehmaana kahaan se In a home with great darkness, how can guests aaye enter?

Raama naama ki jyotii koii jalaake dekha Light the lamp that is Ram’s name, le Aa jaate hain Raam koii bulaake dekha Try calling to Him, He comes. le When someone calls, Ram comes

Aa jaate hain Raama koii hai bulaanevaalaa When someone is ready to pay, he can be pur- Bika jaate hain Raama koii mola chukaanevaalaa chased.

Raama naama ke motii koii churaake dekh le Steal the pearl that is Ram’s name, Aa jaate hain Raama koii bulaake dekha le Try calling to Him, he comes.

Jaya Jaya Prabhu Giridhaari

Jaya jaya Prabhu Giridhaari natavara nandalaalaa, O Lord who lifted Govardhan mountain, Natavara nandalaala, he Giridhara gopaalaa, Principal dancer, O beloved of Nanda, O Giridhara gopaalaa, he Giridhara gopaalaa, he Gi- Lord Giridhari, the cowherd. ridhara gopaalaa.

Bholaa Bhandaarii Baabaa

O Lord Sai Baba! Incarnation of Shiva, Bholaa Bhandaarii Baabaa, Shiva Shiva Shiva Saaii Baabaa, Anaatha rakshaka, diina dayaalaa, patita paavana Saaii Baabaa, You are the support, sustainer and shelter of Yogeshvara Saaii muraarii, yogeshvara he tripuraarii, the fallen and miserable; incarnation of Nityaanandaa, Brahmaanandaa, Premaanandaa Saaii Baabaa Krishna from Tripura, You are Eternal, Brahmaan, and Loving.

Chitta Choraa Yashodaa Ke Baala

Chitta choraa Yashodaa ke baala, Steeler of hearts, child of Yashoda steals the butter, Navaniita chora Gopaala Praise the cowherd boy

Gopaala, Gopaala, Gopaala, Govardhanadhara Gopaala Who held aloft Mt. Govardhan. Gopaala, Gopaala, Gopaala, Gopaala Govardhanadhara Gopaal

Paayo Jii Maine

Paayo jii maine Raama ratana dhana paayo, I have recieved a treasure of God's (Rama) name.

Paayo jii maine Raama ratana dhana paayo

Vastu amolika dii mere sataguru My true Guru gave me this invaluable gift and Kirapa kari apanaayo gratefully, I accepted it. Paayo jii maine…

Janama janama kii puunjii paaii I have lost my worldly possessions, but gained a Jaga mein sabhii khovaayo treasure that can take several births to aquire. Paayo jii maine…

Kharachai na khuutai, chora na luutai No thief can steal this treasure (of His name), Dina dina badhata savaayo Which multiplies day by day even if I spend it Paayo jii maine… freely.

Sata kii naava khevatiyaa Sataguru Bhavasaagara tara aayo With this vessel of truth and my guru to guide me, Paayo jii maine… I crossed this occean of life

Miiraa ke prabhu, Giridhara naagara Harasha harasha jasa gaayo Mira Bai’s Lord is the Lord Giridhara, Whose praises I merrily, merrily sing.

Shirdii Saaii Parthii Saaii

Shirdii Saaii, Paarthi Saaii, hamako diijo Prema O Lord Sai of Puttaparti, give us the elixir of love, the elixir of love. amrita dhaaraa, prema amrita dhaaraa. Tava seva ke avasara diijo, Satya Saaii Mahaadeva. Gana Give us a chance to serve you, O Lord Sai, amrita me bhaava bhii diijo, And in the same elixir, give to us emotion, Prema Saaii Bhagavaaana, Prema Saaii Bhagavaaana. Loving Lord Sai.

Bhuulisha Huu Jagata

Bhuulisha huu jagata nii maayaa, I will forget the worldliness of this world, Gurujii nahiin bhuuluun tamane, Guruji, but I will never forget you, Jiivana aadhaara dinbandhuu, You are my life line, Gurujii nahiin bhuuluun tamane. Guruji, I will never forget you,

Kadaapii mahala maa suuto, Perhaps sleeping in a mansion, rakhadto shahara ke raaste; or roaming about the city streets, Sukhii hau ke dukhi hau, Even if I am happy or sad, Gurujii nahiin bhuuluun tamane. Guruji, I will never forget you… Bhuulisha huu..

Even as politician or king, Banuun huun ranka ke raajaa, kadaapi sheth duniyaano; even if I am the richest man of the world, Amiirii ke fakiirii maa, In richness or poverty, Gurujii nahiin bhuuluun tamane. Guruji, I will never forget you… Bhuulisha huu..

Jivananaa dhampachhaadaa maa, In the racket of this life, agar mrutyuu biichhaanaa maa; or on my death bed,

Marana naa shvaasa letaa pana, Even as I take my last breath of life, Gurujii nahiin bhuuluun tamane. Guruji, I will never forget you… Bhuulisha huu..

Dukhonaa dungaro tuute, kadii Even if mountains of pain torture me, aakhuu jagata ruutthe; Parantu or if the entire world is against me, praana naa bhoge, Gurujii nahiin Even at the cost of my life, bhuuluun tamane. Bhuulisha Guruji, I will never forget you… huu..

Puuryaa mana mandire Mahaaraaja, You have filled all the temples with pachhii thii kyaa javaanaa chho? God, where will you go next? Diiwaano daasa Rasika kahe chhe, Servant Rasik says, Stay with me, Gurujii nahiin bhuuluun tamane. Guruji, I will never forget you… Bhuulisha huu..

Bhakti Karata Chhute

Bhakti karata chhute maaro praana prabhujii, evuu May I leave this world chanting your name, maanguu re Oh Lord this I beseech.

Rahe janama janama taaro saatha prabhujii, evuu maanguu May I receive your blessing for all lives, Oh Lord this I beseech. re

Taaruu mukhudu mano hara joyaa karu, May I keep seeing your beautiful face, Raata dahado bhajana taaru bolyaa karu May I sing songs in your praise all night, Svaase svaase rahe taaru naama prabhujii, evuu maanguu re May your name remain on my every breath, Oh Bhakti karata chhute… Lord this I beseech.

Please do not dash my hope, Maari aasha niraashaa karaso nahiin, Please do not take to heart all my vices Maaraa avaguna hayama dharaso nahiin May I think of you at the end of my life, Oh Rahe anta samaya taru dhyaana prabhuji, evuu maanguu re Lord, this I beseech. Bhakti karata chhute…

Mara taapa ne paapa samaavi lejo Please all my sins be consumed by my penance Please make this child your servant Tara baalakane daasa banaavi lejo Dejo aavine darashana daana prabhuji, evuu maanguu re Please come and give a glimpse of you, Oh Lord, this I beseech.

Bhakti karata chhute maaro praana prabhujii, evuu May I leave this world chanting your name, maanguu re Oh Lord this I beseech. Rahe janama janama taaro saatha prabhujii, evuu maanguu May I receive your blessing for all lives, Oh re Lord, this I beseech.

Durge Durge

Durge Durge, Durge Jaya Jaya Maa Victory to the Mother, (Ambaa) Durge Durge, Durge jaya jaya Maa Victory to Mother Amba Karunaa saagari Maa, Ocean of compassion, Kaalii kapaalini Maa, Goddess Kaali, bearer of skulls*, Jagadoddhaarini Maa Uplifter of the Universe, (Ambaa) Durge Durge, Durge jaya jaya Maa (2x) Victory to the Mother Goddess

*Goddess Durga is also worshipped as Ambaa and the fierce Kaali, who wears a necklace of skulls of the demons she slew

Kovil Munnai

Kovil munnai kuudi nindru koti janma paapam tiiru We gather in front of your temple to remove all Guruvaayuurappa namaskaaram sheyindrom the sins we committed in last thousand lives and we do namaskaram. Thirumeni dharishanam nirmaalya maagavekandu We are here to do namaskaram for your first Giridhara unnai namaskaaram sheyindrom. darshan of the day.

Kovil munnai …

*ChandhanaKaapookaalatriThailamPoosikondunirkum Oh the son of Nadagopa, we worship you with *Nandagopaalane namaskaaram sheyindrom. Kovil the perfumed oil and cover your body with san- munnai … dal paste.

Ennai snaanam shaidi kaiyil vaazhapazham thuudanirkum Oh Kanna, we worship you as you hold the *Kanna un paadhathil namaskaaram sheyindrom. ba-nana after your sacred oil bath. Kovil munnai …

Kudam kuda maaga paalai abhishekam sheyum velai Govinda we worship you as we do the pala- Govindhane unnai namaskaaram sheyindrom. bishekam (bathe the idol with milk). Kovil munnai …

Kondrai mayil piiliminna manjal pattu kattikondum Krishna, we worship you who wears peacock Kulal uudhum Krishnaa namaskaaram sheyindrom. feathers on your head, wearing a yellow silk Kovil munnai … dothi, and playing the flute.

Thecchi mandaaram tulasi taamarai puu maalai saathi Achutha, you are wearing thetchi, mandaram, Achyutane unnai namaskaaram sheyindrom. thulasi, and lotus garlands (a variety of flowers Kovil munnai … and plants).

Divya Naaman Sholli Kondu Shiirveli We worship you as you come around the temple Shutrivandhu *Shriidhara unkku namaskaaram on a decorated elephant. sheyindrom. Kovil munnai …

Thiiravinai thiirthavaiththu koruvaram aliththidum You are one who removes all the curses and Naaraayana, gives all the blessings. Naaraayana unnai namaskaaram sheyindrom. Kovil munnai … Jaya Radha Maadhava

Jaya Raadhaa Maadhavaa, Kunja Bihaarii Radha’s divine lover, Krishna, wantders the groves of Vrinda- Gopi jan vallabha, giri vara dharii van Yashoda Nandana, Braja jana ranjana Divine lover of the gopis, the held up Mt. Govardhan. Yamuna tiira vana chaarii Son of Yashoda, he delights the inhabitants of Vraja And wanders in forests along the banks of the Yamuna.

Bolo Bolo, Sabamila Bolo, Om Namaha Shivaaya

Bolo, bolo, sabamila bolo Om Namaha Shivaaya Sing, sing, everyone together in worship of Lord Shiva, Bow, surrender to Lord Shiva. Om namaha Shivaaya, Om namaha Shivaaya Bolo, bolo, sabamila bolo Om Namaha Shivaaya Sing, sing, everyone together in worship of Lord Jhuuthajataame Gangaa dhaarii, Shiva, He bears the river Ganga in his twisted locks Trishuula dhaari damaru bajaave, of hair; He holds a trident and his damaru (drum), Which plays "Dama Dama"; Dama dama dama dama damaru bajaa, Guunjh uthaavo namaha Shivaaya Om The atmosphere echoes with Shiva's name; namaha Shivaaya (4x) Bow, surrender to Lord Shiva

Govinda Krishna Vitthala

Govinda Krishna Vitthalaa Victory to Lord: Govinda; Krishna; Gopala; Pan- Venu Gopaala Krishna duranga and Vitthala (all names of Krishna), lord Vitthalaa of Pandhari. Paanduranga Vitthalaa jaya Pandhari naatha Vitthalaa Govinda Vitthalaa Gopaala Vitthalaa Paanduranga Vitthalaa Pandhari naatha Vitthalaa Vitthala Vitthala Paanduranga (4x)

Govinda Krishna Jaya

Govinda Krishna jaya Gopaala Krishna jaya, gopaala baala baala Raadhaa Krishna jaya, Krishna jaya, Krishna jaya, Krishna jaya, Krishna, Krishna, Krishna, Krishna Jaya, Govinda Krishna jaya Gopaala Krishna jaya, gopaala baala baala Raadhaa Krishna jaya,

Gopikaa maala haara pyaarii, maayii Miiraa mana vihaarii madana mohana muralidhaari Krishna jaya, Krishna jaya, Krishna jaya, Krishna jaya, Krishna, Krishna, Krishna, Krishna Jaya, Krishna jaya, Raama Krishna jaya, Raadha Krishna jaya, baala Krishna Krishna Krishna Krishna Jaya.

Victory to Krishna, Cowherd Boy.

Raadha’s Lord Krishna, Who wears the garlands of the gopis and plays in Mira's heart, Lord of Love, who holds the enchanting flute.

Sharanu Siddhi Vinaayakaa

Sharanu Siddhi Vinaayaka, Surrender to Divine Ganesha, Sharanu vidyaa pradaayaka, Surrender to the giver of knowledge, Sharanu Paarvatii tanaya muuruti Surrender to the son of Parvati, Sharanu muushika vaahana Surrender to the God whose vehicle is the mouse.

Sharanu sharanu sharanu (3x)

Nitila netrane Devii sutane, Son of the Goddess, with eyes on forehead, Naaga bhuushana priyane, God who loves to wear serpent ornament, Tatila taankita komalaangane Pretty God who is decorated with gingelly, Karna kundala dhaarane And who wears studs in his ears.

Sharanu sharanu sharanu (3x)

Batta muttina padaka haarane, God who wears pearl studded anklets, Baahu hastha chatushtane, Who has four hands and arms.

Itta todugeya hema kankana God who wears golden bangles and other ornaments, Paasha ankusha dhaarane And holds rope and the goad.

Sharanu sharanu sharanu (3x)

Kukshi mahaalambo dharane God who has a big paunch belly, Iikshu chaapana gelidhane Who is the devotee of the God Pakshi vaahana Shrii Purandara Who won over the God who holds a sugar cane bow, Vitthalana nija daasane And Purandara Vittala who travels on a bird.

Sharanu sharanu sharanu (3x)

Viira Maaruti

Viira Maaruti, gambhiira Maaruti, O brave Son of the Wind, profound Lord Hanuman, Dhiira Maaruti, ati shuura Maaruti, Wise and strong Son of the Wind, brave Hanuman, Giita Maaruti, sangiita Maaruti, Daasa Is praised in songs. Maaruti, Raama daasa Maaruti Bhakta Servant of Ram, Maaruti, paramabhakta Maaruti Greatest devotee (of Ram)

Darshan Do Ghansyam (Hindi)

Darashana do Ghanashyaama naatha, O Lord Krishna, show Yourself to Morii ankhiyaan pyaasii re. me, For my eyes thirst for You! Mana mandira kii jyoti jagaado, ghata ghata Baasii re. Light the temple of my heart, Omnipresent one.

Mandira mandira muurata terii, Thy idols are found in every temple, Yet Phira bhii naa dikhe suurata terii. Thy true face is not seen anywhere. Yuga biite naa aaii milana kii puuranamaasii Ages have gone by, yet the full-moon of our meeting re. Darashana do Ghanashyaama… is yet to come.

Dvaara dayaa kaa jaba tuu khole, When Thou openest the doors of compassion, Panchama sura mein guungaa bole. The dumb being to sing, Andhaa dekhe, langadaa chala kara pahunche Kaasii re. The blind see, and the lame walk all the way to Vara- Darashana do Ghanashyaama… nasi.

Paanii pii kara pyaasa bujhaauun, I drink water to slake my thirst, Nainon ko kaise samajhaauun? but how to explain to my eyes? Aankha michauli chhodo aba mana ke baasii re. Give up this hide-and-seek now, O dweller of Darashana do Ghanashyaama… every-one's heart!

Nirbala ke bala dhana nidharna ke, You are the strength of the weak, money to the poor, Tuma rakhavaale bhakta janon ke You are the protector of Your devotees. Tere bhajana mein saba sukha paauun, mite udaasii re. In singing to You, I find all contentment, and forget Darashana do Ghanashyaama… my sorrows.

Naama jape para tujhe naa jaane, Even those who speak Your name but don’t truly Unko bhii tuu apanaa mane. know You, You consider them your own. Terii dayaa kaa anta nahiin hai, he dukha naashii re. O remover of sorrows! Your mercy is endless. Darashana do Ghanashyaama…

Aaja phainsalaa tere dvaara para, Today, the decision will be made at your Merii jiita hai terii haara para. doorstep; My victory lies in Your defeat, Haara jiita hai terii main to charana upaasii re. But true victory and defeat are all Yours; I am but Darashana do Ghanashyaama… a servant.

Dvaara khadaa kaba se matavaalaa, For so long, this devotee has been standing at your Maange tuma se haara tumhaarii. door, Asking for your defeat; Narasii kii ye binatii sunalo, bhakta vilaasii re. Please grant this boon to Narasi, O object of Darashana do Ghanashyaama… devo-tees’ affections.

Laaja naa luta jaaye prabhu terii, If You want to preserve Your honor, Naatha karo na dayaa mein derii. Lord, do not delay your compassion longer, Tiina loka chhoda kara aao, Gangaa nivaasii re. Please leave your heavenly abodes and come to me! Darashana do Ghanashyaama….

Govindaa Gopaalaa

Govindaa Gopaalaa Naaraayana Hari O Govinda, Gopala, Narayana, Hari (all Naaraayana Hari, Naaraayana Hari, Naaraayana Hari, different appellations of Lord Krishna),

Naaraayana Hari Govindaa Gopaalaa Naaraayana Hari

Jagadoddhaaraa Naaraayana Hari Thou art uplifter of this world, Bhaktoddhaaraa Naaraayana Hari Thou art the uplifter of the devotee, Parthipuriishwara Naaraayana Hari Thou art the Lord of Puttaparthi Naaraayana Hari Naaraayana Hari Naaraayana Hari Naar- Victory to Thee. aayana Hari

Gangaa Jataadhara

Ganga Jataadhara Gaurii Shankara Salutations to Shiva, Lord of Gauri, Girijaa mana ramanaa, Who holds Ganga in His matted hair. Mrityum jaya Mahaadeva Maheshvara He is the Immortal One, the divine dancer Mangala subha charanaa, Whose very footsteps are auspicious. Nandi vaahanaa naaga bhuushana, He has the bull Nandi as His vehicle. Nirupama guna sadanaa, And is the repository of incomparable qualities. Natana manohara Niilakanttha Hari, Adorned with serpents around His blue neck, Niiraja dala nayanaa. Lord Shiva is like a lotus petal

Chetti Mandaaram Tulasi

Chetti mandaaram tulasi pichaka maalakal chaarti Lord Guruvayuurappa, we would like to get a vision Guruvayuurappa ninne kaanikaanenam of you, adorned with garlands made of Chetti, Man- Chetti mandaaram… daaram, Tulasi, and Pichaka flowers.

Maayil piilii chuudikondum manja thukil We would like to have a sight of you draped in yellow chuttikon-dum garments and peacock feathers, and sporting a jewel Manikkuzhaluutikondum kaanikaanenam flute. Chettimandaram…

Vakacharthu kazhiyumbol vaasana puuvaaniyumbol While putting on those fragrant flowers during the Gopiikamar kothikkunnoruudal kaanenam conclusion of Vaakacharthu, we long to have a Chetti mandaaram… glimpse of your beautiful body, Gopikas so desired.

Aagatiyaa maadiyante ashruviinukuthirnnoru Avalpothikaikkolluvan kaanikanenam May You show mercy to accept a little rice (poha) Chetti mandaaram… ball, soaked in the tears of this destitute servant of yours.

Dehaachii Tizorii (Marathi)

Dehaachii tizorii, bhaktiichaacha tthevaa Oh Lord, please open the door and see, this vault Ughada daara devaa aataa, ughada daara devaa of flesh has all the treasures of my devotion.

Pite duudha dole mituunii, jaata maanjaraachii The cat's nature is to drink milk with her eyes closed Manii choratyaachyaa kaa re bhitii chaandanyaanchii Why does the thief fear moonlight in his heart? Why Saraavalyaa haataanaahii kaanpa kaa sutaavaa do even the expert’s hands tremble when doing something wrong?

Ujedaata hote punya, andhaaraata paapa Good deeds are done in daylight; evil, always in Jyaache tyaache haatii aahe kartavyaache maapa the darkness; everyone’s responsibility is in his Dushta durjanaanchii kaisii ghate loka saave hands. How can evil doers serve the people?

Svaartha januu bhintiivarachaa aarasaa bilorii Greed is like the tricky mirror on the wall The greed in our own reflection is the enemy. Aapuliicha pratimaa hote, aapuliicha vairii Ghadoghadii aparaadhyaamchaa tola saavaraavaa Oh Lord, time and again, please enlighten the culprits to bring them back on the right path.

Shrii Sharadha Stotram (Sanskrit)

1) namasthe sharade devi 1) Salutations to Goddess Sharada who lives in kashmeera pura vasini Kashmir, thwam aham prathaye nithyam I pray you daily and so give me knowledge as gift. vidhya dhanam cha dehimay

2) ya shradha dharana medha 2) You are attention, understanding , wisdom, vagh devi vidhi vallabha goddess bhaktha jihwagra sadhana s of speech and consort of Brahma, shamadhi guna dhayini Sitting at the tip of the toungue of your devotees , you grant peace and all that is good. 3) namami yaminim nadha lekha alankrutha kunthalam 3) Salutations to her who decorates her tresses with bhavaneem bhava santhapa the darkness of night and sound of writing, nirvapana sudha nadheem And to Goddess Bhavani who cures sorrow due to life like a river of nectar. 4) bhadra kalyai namo nithyam sarasvathyai namo nama 4) I salute daily you as Bhadra kali as well as salute veda vedanga vedantha her as Saraswathi, vidhya sthanebhya eva cha As you are the home of Vedas, branches of Vedas , philosophy and knowledge. 5) brahma swaroopa paramaa jyothi roopa sanathani 5) Salutation to Vani who is the goddess of all types sarva vidhyadhi devi ya of learning, thasyai vanyai namo nama Who has the form of Brahma , the ultimate light and is for ever. 6) yaya vinaa jagat sarva sasva jeevan mrutham bhaveth 6) Salutations to Goddess Saraswathi , who is the jnanadhi devi ya thasyai supreme goddess of wisdom, saraswathyai namo nama Without whom the entire universe would appear dead even though it is alive. 7) yaya vinaa jagat sarvam mooka munmathavad sadaa 7) Salutations to goddess Vani , who presides over ya devi vaghadhishtathri the act of speaking, thasyai vanyai namo nama Without whom this world would be dumb, confused and mad.

Rasksha Raksha Jagan Matha (Tamil) Raksha Raksha Jagan Matha Protect me, oh mother of the world, the all powerful! Hail Sarva Sakthi Jaya Durga to durga!

Mangala Varam Sollida Vendum You must chant the verses on the auspicious yet fearsome Mangala Kannigai Slogam devi on Tuesday. Raksha... Ithai Onbathu Vaaram Solluvathalle The benefit from chanting these verses for nine weeks is Umayaval Thiruvarul Serum that the divine grace of parvati will come. Raksha… She is the powerful one - she is the one who creates, who Padaippaval Avvalle Kappavval Avvalle sustains/protects and who destroys. For those that seek Alippaval Avvalle Sakthi her refuge by asking or their fears to be removed, she will Abayam Endru Avallai Saran Pugunthalle offer them asylum. Hail to thee, the one who creates Adaikkallam Avalle Sakthi auspiciousness, the fair one, the delightful one, the one Jaya Jaya Sankari Gowri Manoghari who granted us lives free of fear, the mother-goddess, the Abayam Aliththarul Ambigai Bairavi consort of bhairava/Siva! Oh auspicious consort of Siva Siva Sankari Sakthi Magheshwari Sankara (Sankari), the powerful and supreme goddess, Thiruvarul Tharuvai Devi please grant (us) your divine grace. Raksha… With compassion that flows like the ganges, the sister of Karunaiyin Gangai Kannanin Thangai vishnu, it is enough if you just open (and look at us) from Kadaikan Thiranthall Pothum the corner of your eyes. If that happens, the good fortune Varugira Yogam Valarpiraiyagum that is bound to come our way will wax like the growing Arul Mazhai Pozhival Nallum crescent moon, and she will shower torrents of grace Neela Niraththodu Nanam Alanthaval daily. She is the one who measured the world, and Kalliyenna Thirisoolam Eduthtaval wielded the trident as kali, the emerald-hued one. She has Bakththerukkellam Pathai Vaguthaval set/described the path for all her devotees, she will grant Namam Sonnall Nanmai Tharubaval prosperity if we chant (her) name. Raksha... Maanika Veenai Endum (Tamil) Manikka Veenai Endum…Maa Devi Kalaivani Then Thamizh Sol Eduttuthu…Paada Vandhom Amma

Arul Vai Nee…Iasi Thara Vai Nee Ingu Varuvai Nee…Layam Tharum Veni Amma Manikka…

Namanakka Paadi Nindral…Nyanam Valarpaai Poomanakka Poojai Seithal…Poovai Nee Maghizhvai Manikka…

Vellai Thamaraiyil Veetiruppai…Engal Ulla Kovililae Uraindiruppai Kallamillamal Thozhum Anbarukkae Endrum…Alli Arivai Tharum Annaiyum Nee

Vani Saraswathy Madhavi Bharathi Vaagadeeshwari Malini Kaanum Porulil Thondrum Kalaimani Vendum Varam Tharum Vaenee Nan Mughan Nayaki Mogana Roopini Nanmarai Potrum Devi Nee Vanavark Kamudhae Thaenarul Sindhum Gaana Manohari Kalyani 57

Shrii Kamakshi—Dhukka Nivarana Ashtakam (Tamil)

Mangala roopini madhiyani soolini manmadha paaniyale, sangadam neengida saduthiyil vandhidum shankari soundariye, kangana paaniyan kanimugam kanda nal karpaga kaminiye, jaya jaya shankari gowri krupakari dhukka nivarani kamakshi. Kaanuru malarena kadhiroli kaatti kaathida vandhiduvaal, thaanuru thavaoli thaaroli madhioli thaangiye veesiduvaal, maanuru vizhiyaal maadhavar mozhiyaal maalaigal soodiduvaal, jaya jaya shankari gowri krupakari dhukka nivarani kamakshi.

Shankari soundari chaturmugan pottrida sabayinil vandhavale, pongari maavinil ponnadi vaithu porinthida vandhavale, enkulam thazhaith thida ezhil vadivudane ezhunthanal durgayale, jaya jaya shankari gowri krupakari dhukka nivarani kamakshi.

Thana thana thann thana thaviloli muzhangida thanmani nee varuvaay, kana kana kann kana kadhiroli veesida kanmani nee varuvaay, pana pana pam pana paraioli koovida panmani nee varuvaay, jaya jaya shankari gowri krupakari dhukka nivarani kamakshi.

Panchami bhairavi parvatha putri panchanal paaniyale, konjidum kumaranai gunamigu velanai koduththanal kumariyale, sangadam theerthida samaradhu seythanal sakthi enum maaye, jaya jaya shankari gowri krupakari dhukka nivarani kamakshi.

Enniyapadi nee arulida varuvaay en kula deviyale, panniya seyalin palan adhu nalamaay palgida aruliduvaay, kannoli adhanaal karunayai kaatti kavalaigal theerpavale, jaya jaya shankari gowri krupakari dhukka nivarani kamakshi.

Idar tharum thollai inimel illai endru nee solliduvaay,

sudar tharum amudhe suruthigal koori sugamathai thandhiduvaay, padar tharum irulil paridhiyaay vandhu pazhavinay ottiduvaay, jaya jaya shankari gowri krupakari dhukka nivarani kamakshi.

Jaya jaya bala chamundeeshwari jaya jaya sridevi, jaya jaya durga sriparameshwari jaya jaya sridevi, jaya jaya jayanthi mangala kaali jaya jaya sridevi, jaya jaya shankari gowri krupakari dhukka nivarani kamakshi.

Paluke Bangaramayena (Telugu)

Paluke bangara mayana kodanda pani

Paluke bangara maye pilachina paluka vemi kalalo nee nama smarana marava chakkani tandri

Enta vedina gani suntaina daya radu pantambu seya ne nentati vadanu tandri

Saranagata trana birudankitudavu gada karuninchi bhadrachala vara rama dasa poshaka

Vishnu Priye (Sanskrit)

Vishnu priye varalakshmi namo namo Amitha sao bhagya sundari

Devi subhathe mathe varade Ashta ishwarya sampathe Sakala bhagya dayini kamithartha pradayini

Padma nayane padma vadane Padmasana shobite Padmanabha priye mathe Padmalaye Rakshamam

Hari Bolo (Hindi)

Hari bolo hari bolo hari bolo bhai Hari na bole vako ram duhai

Kahe ko padtha chin chin githa Hari gun gatha tho sab kuch patha

Tere mera karke kya phal paya Hari ke bhajan bina janma gavaya

Kehtha kabira hari guna gana Nachatha Gavatha vekunta jana

Vaishnav Jan To (Hindi)

Vaishnava Jana To, Tene Kahiye Je One who is a Vaishnav Peed Paraayi Jaane Re, Knows the pain of others Para Duhkhe Upakāra Kare To Ye Does good to others Mana Abhimāna Na Āne Re without letting pride enter his mind.

Sakala Loka Mā Sahune Vande, A Vaishnav, Tolerates and praises the the entire Nindā Na Kare Kenī Re, world. Vāca Kācha Mana Niścala Rākhe, Does not speak ill of others Dhana Dhana Jananī Tenī Re Keeps his promises, actions and thoughts pure your mother is blessed indeed. Sama-Drishthi Ne Trishnā Tyāgī, Para-Strī Jene Māta Re, A Vaishnav sees everything equally, rejects greed Jihvā Thakī Asatya Na Bole, and avarice Para-Dhana Nava Jhāle Hātha Re respects women as he respects his own mother though his tongue may tire he will utter no untruth Moha Māyā Vyāpe Nahi Jene, Never touches the property of others. Dridha-Vairāgya Jenā Manamā Re, Rāma-Nāma Śhu Tālī Re Lāgī, A Vaishnav does not succumb to worldly attachments Sakala Tīratha Tenā Tanamā Re he has renounced lust of all types and anger The poet Narsi will like to see such a person by Vana-Lobhī Ne Kapata-Rahita Chhe, whose virtue, Kāma Krodha Nivāryā Re, the entire family gets salvation. Bhane Narasaiyo Tenu Darasana Karatā, Kula Ekotera Tāryā Re

Jai Shivashankar Jai Ganghadar (Sanskrit)

Jai shiv shankar jai gangadhar karunakar kartaar hare jai kailasi jai avinashi sukhrasi sukhsaar hare

jai shashishekhar jai damarudhar jai jai premadhar hare jai tripurari jai madhaari amit anant apaar hare

jai rameshwar jai nageshwar vaidyanath kedaar hare kashi pati shree vishwanath jai mritunjaya avikaar hare

Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki (Hindi)

Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki We sing this aarti to Lord Krishna (Kunj Bihari) Shri Girdhar Krishna Murari Ki x 2 Who is Giridhara who roams in the gardens

Gale Mein Baijanti Mala He has a garland from Lord Vishnu around his neck Bajave Murali Madhur Bala Who as a child plays a melodious flute Shravan Mein Kundal Jhalakala, Who has shining hoops in his ears Nand Ke nand, shri anand kand, Mohan brijchand A dear one of Nanda Radhika Raman bihari ki Who is a cloud of happiness Shri Giradhar Krishnamuraari Ki The moon for the village of Vraja Dear to Radhika

Gagan Sam Ang Kanti Kali, Radhika Chamak Rahi Who has a body like clouds and a dark complexion Aali Who has a shining friend Ratan Mein Thadhe Banamali Who stands in the creepers and the shrubs Bhramar Si Alak, Kasturi Tilak, Chandra Si Jhalak Who has dark locks of hair Lalit Chavi Shyama Pyari Ki A wild turmeric mark on his forehead Shri Giradhar Krishnamuraari Ki Whose glance is like the moon The dear one of Shyama

Kanakmay Mor Mukut Bilse, Devata Darsan Ko He has a gold crown of peacock feathers Tarse Who the demi-gods flock for a glimpse of Gagan So Suman Raasi Barse Who is showered with flowers from the sky Baje Murchang, Madhur Mridang, Gwaalin Sang The harp and drums play when he is with the cow Atual Rati Gop Kumaari Ki maids Shri Giradhar Krishna Murari Ki Who has immeasurable charm Who is the child of Gopa

Jahaan Se Pragat Bhayi Ganga, Kalush Kali Haarini Where his feet land, the river Ganga flows Shri Ganga The river Ganga washes away all the dirt from within Smaran Se Hot Moh Bhanga us Basi Shiv Shish, Jataa Ke Biich, Harei Agh Kiich; The river which destroys desire Charan Chhavi Shri Banvaari Ki The river that is matted in Lord Shiva's hair Shri Giradhar Krishnamuraari Ki He who is Banvari

Chamakati Ujjawal Tat Renu, Baj Rahi Vrindavan The flowers are blooming on the banks of the Benu Yamuna Chahu Disi Gopi Gwaal Dhenu The flutes are playing in Vrindavan Hansat Mridu Mand, Chandani Chandra, Katat Bhav The moon is smiling its moonlight Phand There are cows, milkmen and milkmaids everywhere Ter Sun Diin Bhikhaarii Kii The shackles of life are destroyed upon hearing the Shri Giradhar Krishnamuraari Ki songs of Shri Krishna Who destroys the grief of the weak

Sankat Mochan Naam Tiharo (Hindi)

Baala samai ravi bhaksha liyo, Taba teenahu loka When a child, you gulped the Sun, the three worlds bhayo andhiyaaro went dark The world thus got into trouble, A crisis as such none Taahi so traasa bhayo jaga-ko, Yaha sankata kaahu could dispel so jaata na taaro The gods then prayed to you, Sparing the sun, you eased their woe Dewan-aani kari binatee, Taba chaari diyo ravi Your title as the Danger Dispeller O Kapi, Who in kashta niwaaro the world doesn’t know Scared of Bali, Sugriv dwelt on the hill, Sent you to Ko nahi jaanata hai jaga may, kapi sankat mochan the Great Lord and return did await naam tihaaro The startled sage’s curse then, And what advice he needed you did deliberate Baali ki traasa kapeesa basai giri jaata mahaa prabhu Guised as a brahmin, you fetched the Great Lord, pantha nihaaro Thus you relieved the devotee of sorrow Your title as the Danger Dispeller O Kapi, Who in Chownkee maha muni sraapa diyo, taba chaahiyay the world doesn’t know? kowna bichaar bichaaro Alongwith Angad you went to fetch Sita, “Find her”, the ape king did declare Lai dwija roopa liwaaya mahaa, prabhu so tuma “None of you I’ll spare, “Without her trace if you set daasa kay shoka niwaaro in foot here!” On the seaside when all were sick and tired, you Ko nahi jaanata hai jaga may kapi sankat mochan found out Sita and saved their lives thus and so naam tihaaro Your title as the Danger Dispeller O Kapi, Who in the world doesn’t know? Angad kay sanga layna gayay, siya khoja kapisha When Ravan struck fear into Sita, And asked all yaha baina uchaaro demonesses to ease his sorrow Then O Hanuman, Lord the Great, You reached there Jeewata-na bachihow hum-so, jubina sudhi laayi-ihaa And to the huge demons, dealt a death blow; When paga dhaaro Sita sought fire from the Ashok tree, Giving her the Lord’s ring, you eased her woe Hayri thaki tatta sindhu sabai, taba laayi siyaa sudhi Your title as the Danger Dispeller O Kapi, Who in praana ubaaro the world doesn’t know? When an arrow struck Lakshman’s chest, A deathly Ko nahi jaanata hai jaga may kapi sankat mochan one that Ravan’s son did shoot naam tihaaro You brought the house and physician Sushen along Then mount Drona with the shrub you did easily Rawana traasa-dayi siya ko, saba raakshashi so kahi uproot shoka nivaaro Arrived on time to hand over Sanjivani then, You helped save Lakshman’s life thus and so Taahi samaya hanumana mahaa prabhu, jaaya Your title as the Danger Dispeller O Kapi, Who in mahaaraj nicharamaaro the world doesn’t know?

Chaahita-siya ashoka so-aagi, soo-dai prabhu mudrika soka niwaaro

Ko nahi jaanata hai jaga may kapi sankat mochan When Ravan carried on foolish war, And serpent naam tihaaro noose over heads of all did throw Shri Raghunath and the whole corps, Deluded, it Baanlagyo ura Laksmana kay, taba praana tajay suta dealt a hard blow rawana maaro Then arrived Garuda, thanks to Hamuman, He cut loose the bonds and ended the woe Lai-graha vaidya sushen sameta, tabahi giri drona su Your title as the Danger Dispeller O Kapi, Who in beera ubaaro the world doesn’t know? When Ahiravan abducted Raghunath, Along with the Aani sanjeewana haatha dayay, taba lakshkmana kay younger brother to the nether region, tuma praana ubaaro To propitiate the goddess ritually and offer sacrifice, He called in all for deliberation; Ko nahi jaanata hai jaga may kapi sankat mochan You reached for help at that instant, Ahiravan and naam tihaaro the army were then laid low, Your title as the Danger Dispeller O Kapi, Who in Rawana juddha ajaana kiyo, taba naaga ki phaasa the world doesn’t know ? sabai sira daaro Great feats for the gods you carried out, O Brave, Lord the Great, look and think over Sri Raghunatha sameta sabai, dala-moha bhayo yaha Which crisis besetting poor me, You cannot blow sankat bhaaro over O Hanuman, Lord the the Great, take away fast, Any danger towards us that may flow Your title as the Danger Dispeller O Kapi, Who in the world doesn’t know? Red body anointed with red vermilion, Sporting as long-tailed red Simian; Thunder-bolt like body that crushes the demons, Hail, hail, hail Kapi the Champion.

Thoda Dhyan Laga (Hindi)

Thoda dhyan laga Thoda dhyan laga sai dode dode aayenge, thoda dhyan laga Thoda dhyan laga sai dode dode aayenge, thuje gale se lagayenge

Ankhiyaan man ki khol Ankhiyaan man ki khol tujko darshan woh karayenge, ankhiyaan man ki khol Ankhiyaan man ki khol tujko darshan woh karayenge, tuje gale se lagayenge

Thoda dhyan laga Thoda dhyan laga sai dode dode aayenge, thoda dhyan laga

Mangal Bhavan Amangal Haari (Hindi)

Mangal bhavan amangal hari He who is the abode (bhavan) of all happiness and drabahu sudasarath achar bihari prosperity (mangal), and who removes or defeats ram siya ram siya ram jai jai ram (haari) all misery and unhappiness (amangal), ram siya ram siya ram jai jai ram He who used to dwell (vihari) playfully (as a child) in Ho, hoi hai vahi jo ram rachi raakha Dashrath’s (Lord Rama’s father’s) frontyard (Ajir), ko kare tarak badhaaye saakha please let your heart melt (Drawahu) for me (show ram siya ram siya ram jai jai ram mercy on me) ram siya ram siya ram jai jai ram Only that happens (hoi hai wahi) which has been drafted (rachi) by Lord Ram, so why do you (ko kare) Ho, dhiraj dharam mitr aru naari argue (tarak) needlessly and increase the commotion aapad kaal parakhiye chaari (saaka) in your life? ram siya ram siya ram jai jai ram ram siya ram siya ram jai jai ram Patience (dheeraj), dharma (eternal faith), friend (Mitr) and wife (nari):these four (chaari) are tested Ho, jehike jehi par satya snehu in crisis time (aapad kaal). so tehi milay na kachhu sandehu If you really love (snehu) someone (meaning Lord ram siya ram siya ram jai jai ram Ram) truly (satya), you (tehi) will get (miliye) him ram siya ram siya ram jai jai ram ultimately, there is no (na kachu) doubt (sandehu) about it. Ho, jaaki rahi bhavna jaisi prabhu murti dekhi tin taisi Depending on the kind of feelings (bhavna) one ram siya ram siya ram jai jai ram nurtures for the divine, Lord Rama’s (prabhu) image ram siya ram siya ram jai jai ram (moorti) appears to him in that form. It has been the eternal tradition (reet) of the lineage Ho raghukul reet sada chali aayi of Lord Ram (Raghu Kul), yo honor one’s word Praan jaaye par vachan na jaayi (vachan), even at the cost of one’s life (praan). Ram siya ram siya ram jai jai ram Lord Rama (Hari) is infinite (Ananta), and so are the Ram siya ram siya ram jai jai ram stories (Katha) about his glory. All learned seers (Santa) narrate (kahahi) these and listen (sunahi) to Ho hari anant hari katha ananta them in many different ways (bahu vidhi) Kahahi sunahi bahuvidhi sab santa Ram siya ram siya ram jai jai ram Ram siya ram siya ram jai jai ram Ram siya ram siya ram jai jai ram

He Ram He Ram (Hindi) He Ram he Ram (2x) O Ram O Ram Jag me sancho tero naam In the world, True is Your name He Ram he Ram (2x) O Ram O Ram Tu hi mata tu hi pita hai (4x) You alone are the Mother, …Father Tu hi to Radha ka Shyam You are none other than Radha’s Shyam He Ram he Ram (2x) O Ram O Ram Tu antaryami sabka swami (4x) You are the Master and inner ruler of all Tere charno mein charo dham The four dhAms are at Your feet He Ram he Ram (2x) O Ram O Ram Tu hi bigade tu hi sawaren (4x) You are the one Who disturbs and rectifies Iss jag ke sare kam all deeds of this world. He Ram he Ram (2x) O Ram O Ram Tu hi jagdata viswavidhata (4x) You are the giver and supporter of this Universe Tu hi subah tu hi shaam You alone are the Morning and Evening. He Ram he Ram (4x) O Ram O Ram

Sundar Te Dhyan (Marathi) Sunder te dhyan ubhe vitewari (2x) Beautiful, it is, the object of my meditation Kar katawari thehuniya Sunder te dhyan ubhe vitewari, sunder te dhyan standing on a brick, hands placed on waist. Beautiful, it is, the object of my meditation

Tulasi har gala kanse pitamber (2x) A garland of "tulasi" leaves adorns his neck, yellow silken cloth, wrapped around his waist. I adore this Aawde nirantar (2x) techi roop image, unceasingly Sunder te dhyan ubhe vitewari, sunder te dhyan Beautiful, it is, the object of my meditation Crocodile shaped earrings, shine brilliantly by his Makr kundale talapti shrawani (2x) ears, A pearl called "Kaustubha" regally adorns the Kanti koustubhmani virajati necklace. Sunder te dhyan ubhe vitewari, sunder te dhyan Beautiful, it is, the object of my meditation

Tuka mahne maze hechi sarv sukha (2x) Tuka says, this is my, only happiness Pahin shrimukh aawadine I will visualize, the face of this image, with Sunder te dhyan ubhe vitewari, sunder te dhyan enthusiasm.

Beautiful, it is, the object of my meditation

Ramachandraya Janaka (Telugu)

Ramachandraya Janaka Rajaja Manoharaya Mamaka Bhistadaya Mahita Mangalam

Kosaleshaya Manda Hasa Dasa Poshanaya Vasavadi Vinuta Sarva Raya Mangalam

Vimala Rupaya Vividha Vedanta Vedyaya Sumukha Chrita Kamitaya Shubra Mangalam

Ramadasaya Mrudula Hrudaya Kamala Vasaya Swamibhadra Giri Varaya Sarwa Mangalam

Anandaache Dohi Anand Tarang (Marathi)

Anandaache dohi Anand Tarang (3x) Anandache anga anandache anga (2x) Anandaache dohi Anand Tarang (3x)

Kaay saango jhaale kaihichiyaabaahi Pudhe chaali naahi (2x) awadine Anandaache dohi Anand Tarang (2x)

Garbhaache awadi, maatecha dohala (2x) Tethincha jiwhaala tethe binbe Anandaache dohi Anand Tarang (2x)

Tuka mhane taisa otalaase thhasa (2x) Anubhaw sarisa (2x) mukha ala Anandaache dohi Anand Tarang (2x)

anandache anga anandache anga (2x) Anandaache dohi Anand Tarang (2x)

Krishna Krishna Govinda Madhava (Sanskrit)

Krishna Krishna Govinda Madhava Radhe Krishna Krishna Ananda Keshava Krishna Krishna Narayana Hare Radhe Krishna Krishna Gopala Shri Hare

Hare Krishna Krishna Govinda Madhava Radhe Krishna Krishna Ananda Keshava

Nanda Tanaya Indu Vadana Madhava Hare Devaki Vasudeva Bala Keshava Hare Venu Nada Vijaya Bala Madhava Hare Bhakth Hrudaya Sulbhnath Keshava Hare

Hare Krishna Krishna Govinda Madhava Radhe Krishna Krishna Ananda Keshava

Krupa Nidhe Partha Sakhe Madhava Hare Satyabhama Pathe Lakshmi Natha Keshava Hare Pahi Pahi Vasudeva Madhava Hare Dehi Dehi Satya Sulabha Keshava Hare

Hare Krishna Krishna Govinda Madhava Radhe Krishna Krishna Ananda Keshava

Krishna Krishna Narayana Hare Radhe Krishna Krishna Gopala Shri Hare Hare Krishna Krishna Govinda Madhava Radhe Krishna Krishna Ananda Keshava

He Murali Madhava (Telugu)

He Murali Madhava Radhe Krishna Keshava Keshava Madhava Yadava Nandana Radhe Krishna Jai Gopal

Nanda Nandana Radhe Shyam Indu Vadana Megha Shyam Nanda Nandana Radhe Shyam Indu Vadana Megha Shyam Keshava Madhava Yadava Nandana Radhe Krishna Jai Gopal

Kaliya Narthana Radhe Shyam Kamsa Nishudana Megha Shyam Kaliya Narthana Radhe Shyam Kamsa Nishudana Megha Shyam Keshava Madhava Yadava Nandana Radhe Krishna Jai Gopal

Pandu Ranga Radhe Shyam Pandari Natha Megha Shyam Pandu Ranga Radhe Shyam Pandari Natha Megha Shyam Keshava Madhava Yadava Nandana Radhe Krishna Jai Gopal

Bhaktha Vastala Radhe Shyam Bala Gopala Megha Shyam Bhaktha Vastala Radhe Shyam Bala Gopala Megha Shyam Keshava Madhava Yadava Nandana Radhe Krishna Jai Gopal

He Murali Madhava Radhe Krishna Keshava Keshava Madhava Yadava Nandana Radhe Krishna Jai Gopal

Bholanath Uma Pate (Hindi) Bholanath Uma Pate… Shambo Shankara Pashu Pate

Nandi Vahana Naaga Bhushana… Chandra Shekara Kaladhara

Ganga Dhara Gowri Manohara… Girija Ramana Sada Shiva

Jaya Bholanath Uma Pate… Shambo Shankara Pashu Pate

Kailasa Vasa Kanaka Savesha… Gaja Charmambara Vishwesha

Smashana Vasa Digambaresha… Neela Kantha Mahadeva

Jaya Bholanath Uma Pate… Shambo Shankara Pashu Pate

Shula Dhara Jyoti Prakasha… Vibhuti Sundara Paramesha

Dam Dam Dam Dam Damaruka Natha… Parvathi Ramana Sada Shiva

Jaya Bholanath Uma Pate… Shambo Shankara Pashu Pate

Narayanam Bhaje Narayanam (Sanskrit)

Narayanam Bhaje Narayanam Lakshmi Narayanam Bhaje Narayanam

Brindavana Sthita Naryanam Deva Brinda Bhavasthita Narayanam (Narayanam…)

Pankaja Vilochana Narayanam Bhakta Sankata Vimochana Narayanam (Narayanam…)

Agnana Nashaka Narayanam Bhakta Vignana Pashaka Narayanam (Narayanam…)

Shri Vatsa Bhooshana Narayanam Nanda Govatsa Poshana Naraynam (Narayanam…)

Srungara Nayaka Narayanam Pada Ganga Vidayaka Narayam (Narayanam…)

Shrikanta Sahasra Narayanam Divya Vykunta Suravara Narayanam (Narayanam…)

O Palanhare (Full) (Hindi)

O palanhare, nirgun aur nyare -2, tumare bin hamara kaunon nahee Hamaree uljhan suljhao bhagwan, tumare bin hamara kaunon nahee Tumhe hamaka ho sambhale, tumhe hamare rakhwale Tumare bin hamara kaunon nahee - (3)

Chanda me tumhe toh bhare ho chandni, suraj me ujala tumhe se Yeh gagan hai magan, tumhe toh diye ho isse tare Bhagwan yeh jivan tumhe naa sanwaroge, toh kya koee sanware O palanhare nirgun aur nyare, tumare bin hamara kaunon nahee -2

Jo suno toh kahe prabhuji hamaree hai binati, dukhi jan ko dhiraj do Hare nahee woh kabhee dukh se Tum nirbal ko raksha do, reh paye nirbal sukh se Bhakti ko shakti do - (2) Jag ke jo swami ho, itani toh araj suno Hai path me andhiyare, dedo vardan me ujiyare

O palanhare, nirgun aur nyare, tumare bin hamara kaunon nahee

Hamaree uljhan suljhao bhagwan, tumare bin hamara kaunon nahee - (3)

Mahishasuramardini Stotram (Sanskrit)

Ayi giri nandini, nanditha medini, visva vinodini, nanda nuthe Giri vara vindhya shirodhini vasini vishnu vilaasini jisnu nuthe Bhagavati he shiti kanta kutumbini bhoori kutumbini bhoori kruthe Jaya jaya he mahishaasura mardhini ramyaka pardhini shaila suthe

Suravara varshini durdhara dharshini durmukha marshini harsha rathe Tribhuvana poshini shankara toshini kilbisha moshini ghosha rathe Danujani roshini ditisuta roshini durmada shoshini sindhu suthe Jaya jaya he mahishaasura mardhini ramyaka pardhini shaila suthe 70

Ayi jagadamba madamba kadamba vanapriya vaasini haasa rathe Shikhari shiromani tunga himaalaya shringani jaalaya madhya gathe Madhu madhure madhu kaitabha ganjini kaitabha bhanjini raasa rathe Jaya jaya he mahishaasura mardhini ramyaka pardhini shaila suthe

Ayi shata khanda vikhandita runda vitundita shunda gajaadhi pathe Ripugaja ganda vidaarana chanda paraakrama shunda mrigaadhi pathe Nijabhuja danda nipaatita khanda vipatita munda bhataadhi pathe Jaya jaya he mahishaasura mardhini ramyaka pardhini shaila suthe

Ayi rana durmada shatru vadhodita durdhara nirjara shakti bhruthe Chaturavi chaara dhureena maha siva duta krita pramathaadhi pathe Durita dureeha duraashaya durmati daanava duta krutaanta mathe Jaya jaya he mahishaasura mardhini ramyaka pardhini shaila suthe

Ayi sharanaa gata vairiva dhoovara veerava raabhaya daaya kare Tribhuvana mastaka shoola virodhi sheerodhi kritaamala shoola kare Dumidumi taamara dundubhi naada maho mukharee krita tigma kare Jaya jaya he mahishaasura mardhini ramyaka pardhini shaila suthe

Ayi nija hunkriti maatra niraa krita dhoomra vilochana dhoomra shathe Sama ravi shoshita shonita beeja samudbhava shonuta beeja lathe Shiva shiva shumbha nishumbha mahaa hava tarpita bhuta pishaacha rathe Jaya jaya he mahishaasura mardhini ramyaka pardhini shaila suthe

Dhanuranu sanga ranakshana sanga parishphura danga natat katake Kanakapi shanga prishatkani shanga rasadbhata sringa hataa batuke Krutachatu ranga balakshithi ranga ghatadbahu ranga ratad batuke Jaya jaya he mahishaasura mardhini ramyaka pardhini shaila suthe

Jaya jaya japya jaye jaya shabda parasthuthi thath para vishva nuthe Bhana Bhana Bhinjhimi Bhin kritha noopura sinjitha mohitha bhootha pathe Natitha nataardha nateenatha naayaka naatitha naatya sugaana rathe Jaya jaya he mahishaasura mardhini ramyaka pardhini shaila suthe

Ayi sumanah sumanah sumanah sumanah sumano hara kaanthi yuthe Shritha rajanee rajanee rajanee rajanee rajanee kara vakra vruthe Sunayana vibhramara bhramara bhramara bhramara bhrama raadhi pathe Jaya jaya he mahishaasura mardhini ramyaka pardhini shaila suthe

Sahita mahaahava mallama tallika mallitha rallaka malla rathe Virachitha vallika pallika mallika bhillika bhillika varga vruthe Sita krutha phullisa mullasi thaaruna thallaja pallava salla lithe Jaya jaya he mahishaasura mardhini ramyaka pardhini shaila suthe

Avirala ganda galanmada medura matha mathangaja raaja pathe Tribhuvana bhooshana bhootha kalaanidhi roopa payonidhi raaja suthe Ayi suda theejana laalasa maanasa mohana manmatha raaja suthe Jaya jaya he mahishaasura mardhini ramyaka pardhini shaila suthe

Kamala dalaamala komala kaanthi kalaakali thaamala bhaala lathe Sakala vilaasa kalaa nilaya krama kelicha latkala hamsa kule Alikula sankula kuvalaya mandala maulimi ladbaku laali kule Jaya jaya he mahishaasura mardhini ramyaka pardhini shaila suthe

Kara muralee rava veejitha koojitha lajjitha kokila manju mathe Militha pulinda manohara gunjitha ranjitha shaila nikunja gathe Nijaguna bhootha mahaa shabaree gana sadguna sambhrutha keli thale Jaya jaya he mahishaasura mardhini ramyaka pardhini shaila suthe

Katita tapeeta dukoola vichithra mayookha tiraskritha chandra ruche Pranatha suraasura mauli manisphura damshula sannakha chandra ruche Jithakana kaachala mauli padorjitha nirbhara kunjara kumbha kuche Jaya jaya he mahishaasura mardhini ramyaka pardhini shaila suthe

Vijitha sahasra karaika sahasra karaika sahasra karaika nuthe Kruta sura thaaraka sangara thaaraka sangara thaaraka soonu nuthe Suratha samaadhi samaanasa maadhi samaadhi samaadhi sujaatha rathe Jaya jaya he mahishaasura mardhini ramyaka pardhini shaila suthe

Pada kamalam karunaa nilaye vari vasyati yonu dinam sa shive Ayi kamale kamalaa nilaye kamalaa nilayahsa katham na bhaveth Tava padameva param pada mityanu sheelayatho mama kim na shive Jaya jaya he mahishaasura mardhini ramyaka pardhini shaila suthe

Kanaka lasat kala sindhu jalai ranu sinchi nute guna ranga bhuvam Bhajathi sa kim na sachi kucha kumbha thatee pari rambha sukhaanu bhavam Thava charanam sharanam kara vaani nataa mara vaani nivaa si sivam Jaya jaya he mahishaasura mardhini ramyaka pardhini shaila suthe

Tava vimalendu kulam vadha nendu malam sakalam nanu koola yathe Kimu puru hootha pureendu mukhee sumukhee bhirasau vimukhee kriyathe Mama thu matham siva naama dhane bhavatee kripayaa kimutha kriyathe Jaya jaya he mahishaasura mardhini ramyaka pardhini shaila suthe

Ayi mayi deena dayaalu thayaa krupa yaiva thvayaa bhavi thavya mume Ayi jagatho jananee krupa yaasi yathaasi thathaa nubhi thaasi rathe Yadu chitha mathra bhavathyu raree kuruthaa duruthaa pama paa kuruthe Jaya jaya he mahishaasura mardhini ramyaka pardhini shaila suthe

Ekadantaya vakratundaya (Sanskrit)

Gananayakaya ganadaivataya Ganadhyakshaya dheemahi Guna shariraya guna manditaya Guneshanaya dheemahi Gunadhitaya gunadhishaya Guna pravishtaya dheemahi... Ekadantaya vakratundaya Gauri tanaya dheemahi… [2 times]

Ganachaturaya ganapranaya Ganantaratmane Gaanotsukhaya gaanamattaya Gannotsukha mana se Guru pujitaya guru daivataya Guru kulasthaine Guru vikramaya guiyya pravaraya Gurave guna gurave Gurudaitya kalakchhetre Guru dharma sada radhyaya Guru putra paripratre Guru pakhanda khanda khaya

Geeta saraya geeta tatvaya Geeta gotraya dheemahi Gudha gulfaya gandha mattaya Gojaya pradaya dheemahi Gunadhitaya gunadhishaya Guna pravishtaya dheemahi Ekadantaya vakratundaya Gauri tanaya dheemahi …

Gandharva rajaya gandhaya Gandharva gana shravan pranaime Gaadha anuragaya granthaya Geetaya grantartha tatvamide Ide gunavate ganapataye..

Grantha gitaya grantha geyaya granthantaratmane Gita linaya gitashrayaya gita vadya patave Geya charitaya gayaka varaya gandharva priya krite Gayakadhina vigrahaya ganga jala pranyavate Gauri stanandhayaya gauri hridaya nandanaya Gaura bhanu sutaya Gauri ganeshvaraya

Gauri pranayaya gauri pravanaya gaurabhavaya dheemahi Gosahasraya Govardhanaya gopa gopaya dhimahi Guna titaya guna dhishaya guna pravishtaya dhimahi Ekadantaya vakratundaya Gauri tanaya dheemahi… [2 times]

Shrii Hanumaana Chaaliisaa

Shriiguru charana saroja raja, Having cleansed the mirror of my mind with the dust of the Nija manu mukuru sudhaari lotus feet of Sri Gurudev, I proceed to describe the untar- Baranau raghubara bimala jasu, nished glory of Rama, most excellent of the Raghus, Who Jo daayaku phala chaari. bestows the duty, meaning, desire and liberation. Realizing Buddhihiina tanu jaanake, the inadequacy of my intellect,

sumiraun pavana kumaara I meditate on you, Hanuman, son of the wind God; Bala buddhi bidyaa dehu mohiin, Ggrant me strength, intelligence and true knowledge, Harahu kalesa bikaara. And remove all my afflictions and blemishes.

Jaya Hanumaana gyaana guna saagara Glory to Hanuman, ocean of knowledge and good qualities. Jaya kapiisa tihun loka ujaagara Lord of the monkeys, whose fame in known in the three Raama duuta atulita bala dhaamaa worlds; Glory to the divine messenger and servant of Sri Anjani putra Pavan-suta naamaa Rama; Known as son of the Wind and Mother Anjana.

Mahaabiira bikrama bajrangii O Hanuman, you have unlimited courage and strength, You destroy ignorance and grant wisdom. Kumati nivaara sumati ke sangii Kanchana barana biraaja subesaa Your complexion is golden like the morning Kaanana kundala kunchita kesaa sun, Your hair is curly and you wear ear-rings.

Haatha bajra au dhvajaa biraaje In one hand you hold the divine mace, in the other your Kaandhe muunjha janeuu saaje flag; Your shoulder is decorated with the holy thread. Shankara suvana kesariinandana You are the son of Lord Shiva and Mother Keshari. Your Teja prataapa mahaa jaga bandana great prowess is famous all over the world.

Bidyaavaana gunii ati chaatura You have the greatest wealth of divine knowledge. Virtuous Raama kaaja karibe ko aatura and intelligent, you are always ready to serve Lord Ram, And Prabhu charitra sunibe ko rasiyaa your greatest pleasure is listening to His glories. Rama, Raama Lakhanda Siitaa mana basiyaa Laksmana and Sita always reside in your heart.

Sushma ruupa dhari siyahin dikhaavaa You appeared before Sita in a very small Bikata ruupa dhari Lanka jaraavaa form, But you burned Lanka with a terrifying Bhiima ruupa dhari asura samhaare form, And killed the demons with a gigantic Raamachandra ke kaaja sanvaare form. In this way you served Lord Ram.

When Lakshman was injured, Laaya sajiivana lakhana jiyaaye You brought the medicinal herb to revive Him, Shriiraghubiira harashi ura laaye Raghupati kiinhii bahuta badhaaii And overcome with joy, Rama embraced and glorified you, Saying that He loves you as He loves His brother Bharata. Tuma mama priya bharatahi sama bhaaii

Sahasa badana tumhro jasa gaavein Sesanaga with his thousands mouths is singing your glories: Asa kahi shriipati kantth lagaavein With these words, Rama embraced you.

Sanakaadika brahmaadi muniisaa So vast are your glories that they cannot be adequately de- Naarada saarada sahita ahiisaa scribed by even the Kumaras, Narada, Sarasvati

Yama kubera digpaala jahaan te Even Yama, Kuvera, the lords of the directions, poets Kabi kobida kahi sake kahaan te and sages are incapable of fully describing your glories. Tuma upakaara sugriivahin kiinhaa You introduced Rama to Sugriva, Raama milaaya raaja pada diinhaa Causing him to become the king of the Vanaras.

Tumhro mantra Bibhiishana maanaa Vibhisana followed your advice, Lankeshwara bhaya saba jaga jaanaa Became the king of Lanka – this everyone knows.

Juga sahastra jojana para bhaanuu You grabbed the sun, millions of kilometers away in the Liilyo taahi madhura phala jaanuu sky, Taking it for a ripe fruit.

Prabhu mudrikaa meli mukha maahiin You crossed the ocean keeping Rama's ring in your Jaladhi laanghi gaye acharaja naahiin mouth as a token for Sita. Durgama kaaja jagata ke jete You could perform such a miraculous task, Sugama anugraha tumhre tete For with your grace, even impossible tasks become simple.

Raama duaare tuma rakhavaare You always guard the door of Sri Rama, Hota na aagyaa binu paisaare And none can enter without your permission.

Saba sukha lahe tumhaari sharanaa By taking shelter in you, all the joys of life are obtained, Tuma rakshaka kaahuu ko dara naa And one under your protection has nothing to fear.

Aapana teja samhaaro aapein Your radiance is supreme,

Tiinahu lok haanka tein kaanpein And the three worlds tremble when you move. Bhuuta pisaacha nikata nahiin aavai All the ghosts and demons are chased away Mahaabiira jahaan naama sunaavai When one chants Your name, O Great One!

Naase roga hare saba piidaa All diseases and sufferings are destroyed

Japata niratara Hanumata biiraa By the constant repetition of the name of Hanuman, Sankata tein Hanumaana chhudaavai For Hanuman saves from all sorrows Mana krama bachana dhyaana jo laavai Those who meditate on him in mind, heart and deeds.

Saba para Raama tapasvii raajaa Rama is the Lord of all who do yoga, Tin ke kaaja sakala tuma saajaa And all your actions are dedicated to Him. Aura manhorata jo koi laavai All desires conceineved in one’s mind Soyi amita jiivana phala paavai Are granted by your grace.

Chaaron yuga parataapa tumhaaraa In all four eras, you are famous for your prowess and Hai parisiddha jagata ujiyaaraa tal-ents, Your glories are spread all over the universe.

Saadhu santa ke tuma rakhavaare You protect the devotees and the sages, Asura nikandana Raama dulhaare And destroy the demons, Ram's beloved.

Ashta siddhi nau nidhi ke daataa The power to grant the eight spiritual perfections and nine Asa bara diina Jaanakii maataa material properities were given to you by Mother Sita, Raama rasaayana tumhre paasaa And Sri Ram gave you the power to heal. You are always Sadaa raho Raghupati ke daasaa His humble servant.

Tumhre bhajana Raama ko pavai By meditating on you, one reaches Lord Rama,

Janama janama ke dukha bisraavai And thus eliminates the sufferings of many lifetimes. Anta kaala raghubara pura jaaii After death, your devotee will reach the abode of Ram, Jahaan janma hari-bhakta kahaaii Where he will always be a devotee of the Lord.

Aura devataa chitta na dharaii The other demi-gods do not care for the sufferings of hu- Hanumata soii sarba sukha karaii mans; Hanuman only is the source of all joys, And all Sankata kate mite saba piiraa sufferings disappear Jo sumirai Hanumata balbiiraa When one remembers him.

Jaya Jaya Jaya Hanumaana gosaayiin Victory and glory to lord Hanuman! Kripaa karahu guru deva ki naaiin O Divine Guru, bless us with your grace. Jo sata baara paattha kara koii By repeating this mantra one hundred times, Chhuutahi bandi mahaa sukha hoii One is liberated from problems and obtains unlimited joy.

Jo yaha padhe Hanumaana Chaliisaa He who reads these forty verses glorifying Lord Hoi siddhi saakhii gauriisaa Hanuman Obtains all the spiritual perfections. Tulasiidaasa sadaa hari cheraa Kiijai Tulasidasa, the eternal servant of the Lord, says: naatha hridaya mahan deraa O lord, may you always reside in my heart.

Doha: Doha: Pavana tanaya sankata harana, O Son of the Wind, you destroy all difficulties. Mangala muurati ruupa Your form is all auspicious,

Raama Lakhanda Siitaa sahita, And with Ram, Lakshman and Sita, Hridaya basahu sura bhuupa You always reside in my heart.

Mantra Pushpam Sanskrit Om Yo’paam pushpam veda He who understands the flowers of water, Pushpavaan prajaavaan pashumaan bhavati He becomes the possessor of flowers, children and cattle. Chandramaa vaa apaam pushpam Moon is the flower of the water, Pushpavaan prajaavaan pashumaan bhavati He who understands this becomes the possessor of all Ya evam veda, And he who understands this, Yo’paamaayatanam veda He who knows the source of water, Aayatanavaan bhavati Becomes established in himself.

Agnirvaa apaamaayatanam Fire is the source of water. Aayatanavaan bhavati He who knows this becomes established in himself. Yogneraayatanam veda He who knows the source of fire Aayatanavaan bhavati Becomes established in himself. Aapovaa agneraayatanam And water is the source of fire. Aayatanavaan bhavati He who knows this becomes established in himself. Ya evam veda And he who understands this, Yo’paamaayatanam veda He who knows the source of water, Aayatanavaan bhavati Becomes established in himself.

Vaayurvaa apaamaayatanam Air is the source of water. Aayatanavaan bhavati He who knows this becomes established in himself. Yo vaayoraayatanam veda He who knows the source of air Aayatanavaan bhavati Becomes established in himself. Aapo vai vaayoraayatanam And water is the source of air. Aayatanavaan bhavati He who knows this becomes established in himself. Ya evam veda And he who understands this, Yo’paamaayatanam veda He who knows the source of water, Aayatanavaan bhavati Becomes established in himself.

Asau vai tapannapaamaayatanam Scorching sun is the source of water. Aayatanavaan bhavati He who knows this becomes established in himself. Yo’mushyatapata aayatanam veda He who knows the source of the scorching sun Aayatanavaan bhavati Becomes established in himself. Aapo vaa amushyatapata aayatanam And water is the source of scorching sun. Aayatanavaan bhavati He who knows this becomes established in himself. Ya evam veda And he who understands this, Yo’paamaayatanam veda He who knows the source of water, Aayatanavaan bhavati Becomes established in himself.

Chandramaa vaa apaamaayatanam The moon is the source of water. Aayatanavaan bhavati He who knows this becomes established in himself. Yashchandramasa aayatanam veda He who knows the source of the moon Aayatanavaan bhavati Becomes established in himself. Aapo vai chandramasa aayatanam And water is the source of the moon. Aayatanavaan bhavati He who knows this becomes established in himself. 77

Ya evam veda And he who understands this, Yo’paamaayatanam veda He who knows the source of water, Aayatanavaan bhavati Becomes established in himself.

Nakshatraani vaa apaamaayatanam Stars are the source of water. Aayatanavaan bhavati He who knows this becomes established in himself. Yo nakshatraanaamaayatanam veda He who knows the source of the stars Aayatanavaan bhavati Becomes established in himself. Aapo vai nakshtraandaamaayatanam And water is the source of the stars. Aayatanavaan bhavati He who knows this becomes established in himself. Ya evam veda And he who understands this, Yo’paamaayatanam veda He who knows the source of water, Aayatanavaan bhavati Becomes established in himself.

Parjanyo vaa apaamaayatanam Clouds are the source of water. Aayatanavaan bhavati He who knows this becomes established in himself. Yah parjanyasyaayatanam veda He who knows the source of coulds Aayatanavaan bhavati Becomes established in himself. Aapo vai parjanyasyaayatanam And water is the source of clouds. Aayatanavaan bhavati He who knows this becomes established in himself. Ya evam veda And he who understands this, Yo’paamaayatanam veda He who knows the source of water, Aayatanavaan bhavati Becomes established in himself.

Samvatsaro vaa apaamaayatanam The rainy season is the source of water. Aayatanavaan bhavati He who knows this becomes established in himself. Yah samvatsarasyaayatanam veda He who knows the source of the rain Aayatanavaan bhavati Becomes established in himself. Aapo vai samvatsarasyaayatanam And water is the source of rain. Aayatanavaan bhavati He who knows this becomes established in himself. Ya evam veda And he who understands this Yo’psu naavan pratishtitaam veda Pratyeva tishtati

A comprehensible explanation: The world is all made of water, which is the basis of everything and thus worthy of our prayers. As water is cool, so also the moon is cool. The moon is the source of water as it controls the tides. Fire is also a producer of this water, and air fuels fire. The sea water rises as vapor to the clouds and falls as rain to give us the warmth and prosperity, and so the Sun is related to the water. The astrological positions of the stars determine rain and therefore prosperity, so we see the relation of stars for all this prosperity through water. Each year, as we get the rainy season to get our rains, granting us prosperity. The world revolves around this water like a boat sailing in the ocean. He who under-stands these basic facts of nature will become prosperous in progency, crop and cattle. It is customary to recite the Mantra Pushpam, or a short version of it, at the conclusion of all major prayer rituals in the temples and at home puja functions. The Mantra Pushpam is found in the Yajurveda, and its worship of the elements ra- ther than a deity indicates the role of religion in passing down important information about nature.

Ganesha Aaratii

Jaya Ganesha, jaya Ganesha, jaya Ganesha Devaa, Glory to you, O Lord Ganesha! Maataa jaki Paarvati, pitaa Mahaadevaa. Born of Parvati, daughter of the Himalayas, and great Lord Shiva.

O Lord of compassion, you have a single tusk, Eka danta dayaavanta, chaara bhuja dhaarii, four arms, Maathe para tilaka sohe, muuse kii savaari. A vermilion mark on your forehead, and ride on Paana chadhe, phuula chadhe, aura chadhe mevaa a mouse. Laduana kaa bhoga lage, santa karein sevaa. People offer you betel leaves, blossoms, fruits And sweets, while saints and seers worship you.

Jaya Ganesha, jaya Ganesha, jaya Ganesha Devaa Glory to you, O Lord Ganesha! Maataa jaki Paarvati, pitaa Mahaadevaa. Born of Parvati, daughter of the Himalayas, and great Lord Shiva.

Andhan ko aankha deta, kodhin ko kaayaa, You bestow vision on the blind, chastened body on the leprous, Baanjhan ko putra deta, nirdhana ko maayaa. Surya shaama sharana aaye, safala kiije sevaa, Children on the sterile, and wealth on the destitute. Maataa jaki Paarvati, pitaa Mahaadevaa. We pray to thee day and night; please bestow success upon us. Born of Parvati, daughter of the Himalayas, and great

Lord Shiva.

Glory to you, O Lord Ganesha! Jaya Ganesha, jaya Ganesha, jaya Ganesha Devaa Born of Parvati, daughter of the Himalayas, and great Maataa jaki Paarvati, pitaa Mahaadevaa. Lord Shiva.

Durga Aaratii

Jaya Ambe Gaurii, Maiya jaya Shyaamaa Gaurii, Victory to mother Gauri, Victory to the dark colored Gauri, Tumako nishadina dhvaavata Hari Brahmaa Shivajii, Jaya Ambe Gaurii Who is being daily meditated by Vishnu, Brahma and Lord Shiva; Say victory to mother Gauri.

Maanga sinduura biraajata tiikau mriga mada kau, With Vermillion in your part made with musk from the deer, Ujjvala se douu nainaa chandrabadana niikau, Jaya Ambe Gaurii You have two shining eyes on your moon like face, Say victory to mother Gauri.

Kanaka samaana kalevara raktaambara raajai, With the gold-colored body, wearing blood red silk, Rakta-pushpa galamaalaa, kantthana para saajai, Your neck is adorned by a necklace and garland of Jaya Ambe Gaurii red flowers; Say victory to mother Gauri.

Kehari-vaahana raajata khandaga khappara dhaarii You ride on the splendid tiger and hold a sword and skull Sura nara munijana sevata, tinake dukhahaarii, Jaya Ambe Gaurii And are served by Devas, men and sages, whose sorrows, you drive away; Say victory to mother Gauri.

Kaanana-kundala shobhita naasaagre motii, You shine with ear studs and a pearl on the tip of your nose, Kotika Chandra divaakara samaraajan jyotii, Jaya Ambe Gaurii And shine like billions of suns and moons, with a great halo of radiance; Say victory to mother Gauri.

Shambu nishumbha sidhaare mahishaasura-ghaatii, O killer of Shumbha and Nishmbha, slayer of Mahi-shasura, Dhuumra bilochana nisha dena madamaatii, Jaya Ambe Gaurii Your eyes are dark with rage, On killing of Dhoom-ralochana, Say victory to mother Gauri.

Lakshmii Aaratii

Om jaya Lakshmii Maataa, Maiyyaa jaya Glory to you, O Mother, glory to you, mother Lakshmi; Lakshmii Maataa, Shiva, Vishnu, and Brahma meditate on you everyday Tumako nishadina sevata, Hara Vishnu and night. Daataa. Om jaya Lakshmii Maataa

Umaa ramaa brahmaani, Tuma hii jaga Maataa, You are yourself the consort of Brahma, Rudra and Suurya chandrama dhyaavata, Naarada Rishii gaataa. Vishnu and the mother of the world; the Sun and the Om jaya Lakshmii Maataa Moon meditate on you and Sage Narada sings your

praises.

Durgaa ruupa niranjani, Sukha sampati Daataa, As Lakshmi, you grant both happiness and prosperity Jo koii tuma ko dhyaavata, Riddhi siddhi dhana He who centres his attention on you becomes a recipi- paataa. ent of prosperity and accomplishment. Om jaya Lakshmii Maataa

Tum paataala nivaasini, Tuma hii shubha Daataa, None but you dwell in the nether regions of the earth Karama prabhaava prakaashini, Bhava nidhi kii and you alone ensure good luck; Bring to light the ef- traa-taa. fect of karma, and protect all worldly treasures. Om jaya Lakshmii Maataa

Jisa ghara tuma rahatii ho, Saba sadaguna aataa, All the virtues collect themselves where you have your Saba sambhava ho jaataa, Mana nahiin ghabraata. dwelling; Even the impossible becomes possible, and Om jaya Lakshmii Maataa the mind is at peace.

Tuma bina yagya na hove, Vastra na ho paataa, No sacrifice can be performed without you, and no Khaana paana kaa vaibhava, Saba tumase aataa. one can obtain any garment; it is from you that one Om jaya Lakshmii Maataa obtains one’s sustenance.

Shubhaguna mandira sundara, Shiirodadhii jaataa, O! Daughter of the Ocean of Milk and the beauteous Ratna chaturdasha tuma bina, Koii nahiin paataa. temple of all propitious virtues; you are a living mass Om jaya Lakshmii Maataa of all fourteen gems with which none else is endowed.

Mahaalakshmii jii ki aaratii, Jo koii nara Whosoever hymns this prayer to Lakshmi is purged of gaataa, Ura aananda samaataa, Paapa utara his sins and experiences the ecstasy of joy. jaataa. Om jaya Lakshmii Maataa

Saraswati Aaratii

Jaya Saraswatii Maata, Maiyya jaya Saraswatii maata Glory, glory, all glory to you, O Mother Saraswati; Sadaguna vaibhava shaalini, Tribhuvana vikhyaataa. you are renowned throughout the three spheres as the Om jaya Saraswatii Maataa. treasure-house of all great noble virtues. Let all sing to the glory of your name!

Chandravadani padmaasini, Dyuti mangalakaare, O infinitely radiant Goddess, you are beautiful and Sohe shubha hansasavaare, Atula teja dhaarii. right as the moon and are seated in lotus posture; you Om jaya Saraswatii Maataa. are lustrous in appearance and source of all blessings; your vehicle, the auspicious swan, looks

elegant.

Baaein kara mein viinaa, Daaein kara maalaa, Shiisha mukuta mani sohe, Gala motiyana maala. In your left hand, O Mother Saraswati, is the lute Om jaya Saraswatii Maataa. (Veena) and in the right a wreath; on your head lies a splendid coronet of gems and around your neck a string of pearls.

Devii sharana jo aaye, Unakaa uddhaara kiyaa, Paithii mantaraa daasii, Raavana sanghaara kiyaa. O Goddess, whosoever sought refuge in you was re- Om jaya Saraswatii Maataa. leased from the cycle of birth and death. By perverting the mind of Kaikayee’s dull-witted handmaid, Man- thara, you became instrumental in the destruction of Ravana.

Vidyaa gyaana pradaayini, Gyaana praakasha bharo, O bestower of learning and skill, illumine the world Moha agyaana aura timira kaa, Jaga se naasha karo. with light of knowledge and dispel the darkness of ig- Om jaya Saraswatii Maataa. norance and infatuation.

Dhuupa diipa phalamevaa, Maa sviikaara karo, O Mother, pray accept my gift of incense, light, both Gyaana chakshu de Maataa, Jaga nistaara karo. green and dry fruits and endowing the world with Om jaya Saraswatii Maataa. eyes of knowledge ferry it across the ocean of this phenomenal world.

Maa Saraswatii ki aarati jo koii jana Gaave, Whosoever sings this hymn to Mother Saraswati be- Hitakaari sukhakaari, Gyaana bhakti pave. comes a recipient of knowledge and devotion, both of Om jaya Saraswatii Maataa. which are beneficial and yield great happiness.

Sankatamochana Hanumaana Aaratii

Aaratii kijai Hanumaana lalaa kii, Sing in praise of Lord Hanumaana, Dushtadalana Raghunaatha kalaa kii Who is of the Raghu dynasty,

Jaake bala se Girivara kaanpai, Seeing whose might even mountains quake, Roga-dosha jaake nikata na jhaanpai And who sickness and wickedness dispels.

Anjani putra mahaa baladaaii, Son of Anjani bestows great might on votaries Santana ke prabhu sadaa sahaaii And provide succour to gods and sages.

De biiraa Raghunaaatha patthaaye, He courageously reduced Lanka to ashes, Lankaa jaari Siita sudhi laaye And brought information about Sita.

Lankaa so kota samudra sii khaaii, To reach Lanka, he had to cross an Jaata pavanasuta baara na laaii. ocean, In the twinkling of an eye. Lankaa jaari asura samhaare, Having set Lanka on fire he slew the fiends Siyaaraamajii ke kaaja sanvaare. And accomplished the task Rama had assigned him.

Lakshmana muurchhita pade sakaare When Lakshman lay wounded, Aani sajiivana praana ubaare. He brought the herb to cure him,

Paitthi pataala tori jama-kaare, You entered Yama, breaking the prison-gates Ahiraavana kii bhujaa ukhaare. And tore off Ahiravan’s arm.

Baayon bhujaa asura dala mare, With his left hand, he slays demons, Dahine bhujaa santajana haare. With his right, he saved the Gods and sages. Sura nara muni aaratii utaare, All men and sages sing his praises, Jaya jaya jaya Hanumaana uchaare. Saying “victory, victory, victory to Hanuman!”

Kanchana thaara kapuura lau chhaaii, In a golden platter decorated with camphor, Aaratii karata Anjanaa maaii. Mother Anjani sang his praises.

Jo Hanumaanajii kii aaratii gaavai Who soever sings this aarti for Basi Baikunttha paramapada paavai. Him, Shall attain Baikuntha (heaven).

Om Jaya Jagadiisha Hare (Aarti)

Om jaya Jagadiisha Hare, Swaamii jaya Jagadiisha Oh Lord of the whole Universe Hare Bhakta janon ke sankata, kshana mein duura kare The sorrows of Your devotees, You remove instantly Om jaya Jagadiisha Hare

Jo dhyaave phala pave, dukha binashe mana kaa He who is immersed in devotion bears the fruit Sukha sampati ghara aave, kashta mite tana kaa Of a mind without sorrow; Joy and prosperity enter Om jaya Jagadiisha Hare his home; He is cured of physical suffering

Maata pitaa Tuma mere, sharana gahuun main kisa kii You are my Mother and Father, To Whom else would Tuma bina aura na duujaa, aasa karuun main jisakii I go for shelter? I have none other but You, To whom Om jaya Jagadiisha Hare else would I surrender?

Tuma puurana Paramaatmaa, Tuma Antarayaamii You are the ancient great soul, You are the one Who Paara Brahma Parameshwara, Tuma saba ke Swaamii resides within; Your are the True, Supreme God Om jaya Jagadiisha Hare Father of all existence, You are Lord of all beings

Tuma karunaa ke saagara, Tuma paalana kartaa You are an ocean of mercy, You are the protector Main muurakh khalakaamii, kripaa karo Bharataa I am a simpleton with wicked wishes, a humble serv- Om jaya Jagadiisha Hare ant and You my Lord, Grant me your grace

Tuma ho eka agochara, saba ke praana pati You are beyond our ability to comprehend, Lord of Kisa vidha miluun dayaamaya, tuma ko main everyone’s souls; What law shall I follow, Merciful kumati Om jaya Jagadiisha Hare one that I with wicked thoughts may find You?

Diina bandhu dukha hartaa, thaakura tuma mere Friend of the wretched, You rid them of sorrows, Karunaa hastha badhaao, dwaara pada main tere You are my Lord; Give me Your compassionate Om jaya Jagadiisha Hare hands, I wait at Your gate

Vishaya vikaara mitaao, paapa haro Devaa Removing earthly desires, God who rids us of sins, Shraddhaa bhakti badhaao, santana kii sevaa God who removes our grievances, Spread faith and Om jaya Jagadiisha Hare devotion, and allow me to serve You eternally

Om jaya Jagadiisha Hare, Swaamii jaya Jagadiisha Oh Lord of the whole Universe Hare Bhakta janon ke sankata, kshan mein duura kare The sorrows of Your devotees you remove instantly Om jaya Jagadiisha Hare

[Naaraayana Naaraayana Om Satya Naaraayana Naaraayana Om Naaraayana Naaraayana Om Satya Naaraayana Naaraayana Om Satya Naaraayana Naaraayana Om, Om Jai Sadguru Deva] (as necessary)

Ending Shlokas

Tvameva maata cha pitaa tvameva Tvameva bandhuscha sakhaa tvameva Tvameva vidyaa dravidam tvameva Tvameva sarvam mama deva deva

Om Sarve bhavantu sukhinaha Sarve santu niramayaah Sarve bhadraani pashyantu Ma kashchid dukha bhaag bhavet

Om Asato maa sadgamaya Tamaso maa jyotirgamaya Mrityormaa amritam gamaya

Om puurnamadah puurnamidam puurnaat puurnamudachyate Puurnasya puurnamaadaaya puurnamevaavashishyate

Om shaantih shaantih shaantih

Harihi Om shri gurubhyo namaha, harihi Om

Thou art my mother, Thou art my father, Thou art my relative, Thou art my friend, Thou art my knowledge, Thou art my wealth, Thou art my all-in-all, O God of gods.

May All become Happy, May All become free from Illness. May All see what is Auspicious, Let no one Suffer.

Lead us from Unreal to the Real, Lead us from the Darkness to the Light, Lead us from the Fear of Death to the Knowledge of Immortality.

That (Brahman) is whole; this (Creation) is also whole; from that Brahman, The whole of this Creation has come; Yet even though this whole has come out of that whole, that whole (Brahman) remains whole only.