श्रीकृष्ण की आरती

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Aarti

आरती कुंजबिहारी की, श्री गिरिधर कृष्ण मुरारी की ॥

आरती कुंजबिहारी की, श्री गिरिधर कृष्ण मुरारी की ॥

गले में बैजंती माला, बजावै मुरली मधुर बाला ।

श्रवण में कुण्डल झलकाला, नंद के आनंद नंदलाला ।

आरती कुंजबिहारी की, श्री गिरिधर कृष्ण मुरारी की ॥

गगन सम अंग कांति काली, राधिका चमक रही आली ।

लतन में ठाढ़े बनमाली भ्रमर सी अलक, कस्तूरी तिलक, चंद्र सी झलक,

ललित छवि श्यामा प्यारी की, श्री गिरिधर कृष्ण मुरारी की ॥

आरती कुंजबिहारी की, श्री गिरिधर कृष्ण मुरारी की ॥

कनकमय मोर मुकुट बिलसै, देवता दरसन को तरसैं ।

गगन सों सुमन रासि बरसै; बजे मुरचंग, मधुर मिरदंग, ग्वालिन संग;

अतुल रति गोप कुमारी की, श्री गिरिधर कृष्णमुरारी की ॥

आरती कुंजबिहारी की, श्री गिरिधर कृष्ण मुरारी की ॥

जहां ते प्रकट भई गंगा, सकल मन हारिणि श्री गंगा ।

स्मरन ते होत मोह भंगा; बसी शिव सीस,जटा के बीच, हरै अघ कीच;

चरन छवि श्रीबनवारी की, श्री गिरिधर कृष्णमुरारी की ॥

आरती कुंजबिहारी की, श्री गिरिधर कृष्ण मुरारी की ॥

चमकती उज्ज्वल तट रेनू, बज रही वृंदावन बेनू ।

चहुं दिसि गोपि ग्वाल धेनू; हंसत मृदु मंद,चांदनी चंद,कटत भव फंद॥

टेर सुन दीन दुखारी की, श्री गिरिधर कृष्णमुरारी की ॥

आरती कुंजबिहारी की, श्री गिरिधर कृष्ण मुरारी की ॥

आरती कुंजबिहारी की, श्री गिरिधर कृष्ण मुरारी की ॥

आरती कुंजबिहारी की, श्री गिरिधर कृष्ण मुरारी की ॥

Aarti

Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki, Shri Girdhar Krishna Murari Ki ॥

Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki, Shri Girdhar Krishna Murari Ki ॥

Gale Mein Baijanti Mala, Bajave Murali Madhur Bala ।

Shravan Mein Kundal Jhalakala, Nand Ke Anand Nandlala ।

Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki, Shri Girdhar Krishna Murari Ki ॥

Gagan Sam Ang Kanti Kali, Radhika Chamak Rahi Aali ।

Latan Mein Thadhe Banamali

Bhramar Si Alak, Kasturi Tilak, Chandra Si Jhalak,

Lalit Chavi Shyama Pyari Ki, Shri Girdhar Krishna Murari Ki ॥

Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki, Shri Girdhar Krishna Murari Ki ॥

Kanakmay Mor Mukut Bilse, Devata Darsan Ko Tarse ।

Gagan So Suman Raasi Barse

Baje Murchang, Madhur Mridang, Gwaalin Sang;

Atual Rati Gop Kumari Ki, Shri Girdhar Krishna Murari Ki ॥

Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki, Shri Girdhar Krishna Murari Ki ॥

Jahaan Te Pragat Bhayi Ganga, Sakal Man Haarini Shri Ganga ।

Smaran Te Hot Moh Bhanga

Basi Shiv Shish, Jataa Ke Beech, Harei Agh Keech;

Charan Chhavi Shri Banvaari Ki, Shri Girdhar Krishna Murari Ki ॥

Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki, Shri Girdhar Krishna Murari Ki ॥

Chamakati Ujjawal Tat Renu, Baj Rahi Vrindavan Benu।

Chahu Disi Gopi Gwaal Dhenu

Hansat Mridu Mand, Chandani Chandra, Katat Bhav Phand॥

Ter Sun Deen Dukhari Ki, Shri Girdhar Krishna Murari Ki ॥

Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki, Shri Girdhar Krishna Murari Ki ॥

Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki, Shri Girdhar Krishna Murari Ki ॥

Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki, Shri Girdhar Krishna Murari Ki ॥

Highlights

Krishna Aarti ("Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki") is one of the most popular aartis sung in praise of Lord Krishna, calling him Girdhar and Murari.

It is sung with special devotion on Janmashtami and during daily evening worship in Krishna temples.

The aarti beautifully describes Krishna's divine form - his peacock-feather crown, flute, and Vaijanti garland.

Information

About Krishna Aarti

Krishna Aarti, known as "Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki," is one of the most widely sung hymns in praise of Lord Krishna. It describes him as one who wanders in the groves of Vrindavan, as Girdhar (lifter of Govardhan Hill), and as Murari.

What does the Krishna Aarti describe?

The aarti beautifully describes Krishna wearing a Vaijanti garland, playing his sweet flute, with earrings glinting and a golden peacock-feather crown on his head. It also mentions Radhika's radiance, the gopis of Vrindavan, and the Ganga originating from his feet and residing in Shiva's matted hair.

Benefits of Krishna Aarti

• Singing Krishna Aarti is believed to awaken devotion and love in the heart. • It is said to reduce worry and mental stress, bringing inner peace. • It is thought to bring happiness, prosperity, and positive energy into the home. • It is sung with the wish for liberation from worldly attachments (bhav-bandhan).

Best Time to Recite Krishna Aarti

1. Singing it daily during morning and evening worship is considered auspicious. 2. It is sung with special grandeur on Janmashtami. 3. It is also recited on Govardhan Puja and other festivals associated with Krishna.

How the Aarti is Performed

The aarti is sung before an image or idol of Krishna with a lit lamp and bell. Devotees stand together to sing, and at the end the plate is circled before the deity, after which prasad (often makhan-mishri or sweets) is distributed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the popular name of the Krishna Aarti?

It is known as "Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki," describing Krishna as the one who wanders in the groves of Vrindavan.

When should Krishna Aarti be sung?

It is sung daily during morning and evening worship, and especially on Janmashtami and Govardhan Puja.

What does the aarti call Krishna?

The aarti calls him "Kunj Bihari," "Girdhar" (lifter of Govardhan Hill), and "Murari."

Why is the Ganga mentioned in the Krishna Aarti?

One line describes the Ganga as originating from Krishna's feet and residing in Lord Shiva's matted hair, reflecting Krishna's identity as a form of Vishnu.

What are the benefits of singing Krishna Aarti?

It is believed to increase devotion, bring mental peace, and pave the way toward freedom from worldly attachments.

What ornaments of Krishna does the aarti describe?

It mentions his Vaijanti garland, glinting earrings, and golden peacock-feather crown - part of his traditional sixteen adornments (solah shringar).

Is this aarti sung only on Janmashtami?

No, it is part of daily evening worship, though it is sung with special devotion and grandeur on Janmashtami and Govardhan Puja.