श्री राधा जी की आरती

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Aarti

आरती श्री वृषभानुसुता की, मंजुल मूर्ति मोहन ममता की ॥

॥ आरती श्री वृषभानुसुता की.. ॥

त्रिविध तापयुत संसृति नाशिनि, विमल विवेकविराग विकासिनि ।

पावन प्रभु पद प्रीति प्रकाशिनि, सुन्दरतम छवि सुन्दरता की ॥

॥ आरती श्री वृषभानुसुता की.. ॥

मुनि मन मोहन मोहन मोहनि, मधुर मनोहर मूरति सोहनि ।

अविरल प्रेम अमिय रस दोहनि, प्रिय अति सदा सखी ललिता की ॥

॥ आरती श्री वृषभानुसुता की.. ॥

संतत सेव्य सत मुनि जनकी, आकर अमित दिव्यगुण गणकी ।

आकर्षिणी कृष्ण तन मनकी, अति अमूल्य सम्पति समता की ॥

॥ आरती श्री वृषभानुसुता की.. ॥

कृष्णात्मिका, कृष्ण सहचारिणि, चिन्मय वृन्दा विपिन विहारिणि ।

जगजननि जग दुखनिवारिणि, आदि अनादि शक्ति विभुता की ॥

॥ आरती श्री वृषभानुसुता की.. ॥

आरती श्री वृषभानुसुता की, मंजुल मूर्ति मोहन ममता की ॥

॥ आरती श्री वृषभानुसुता की.. ॥

Aarti

Aarti Shri Vrshabhanusuta Ki, Manjul Moorti Mohan Mamta Ki ॥

॥ Aarti Shri Vrshabhanusuta Ki.. ॥

Trividh Tapayut Sansriti Nashini, Vimal Vivekavirag Vikasini ।

Paavan Prabhu Pad Preeti Prakashini, Sundartam Chhavi Sundarta Ki ॥

॥ Aarti Shri Vrshabhanusuta Ki.. ॥

Muni Man Mohan Mohan Mohani, Madhur Manohar Moorati Sohani ।

Aviral Prem Amiya Ras Dohani, Priya Ati Sada Sakhi Lalita Ki ॥

॥ Aarti Shri Vrshabhanusuta Ki.. ॥

Santat Sevy Sat Muni Janaki, Aakar Amit Divyagun Ganaki ।

Aakarshini Krishna Tan Manki, Ati Amoolya Sampati Samata Ki ॥

॥ Aarti Shri Vrshabhanusuta Ki.. ॥

Krishnatmika, Krishna Sahacharini, Chinmaya Vrinda Vipin Viharini ।

Jagjanani Jag Dukhanivarini, Aadi Anadishakti Vibhuta Ki ॥

॥ Aarti Shri Vrshabhanusuta Ki.. ॥

Aarti Shri Vrshabhanusuta Ki, Manjul Moorti Mohan Mamta Ki ॥

॥ Aarti Shri Vrshabhanusuta Ki.. ॥

Highlights

Radha Aarti ("Aarti Shri Vrshabhanusuta Ki") is sung in praise of Radha Rani, described as the daughter of Vrishabhanu and Krishna's beloved companion.

It is sung with great devotion in Radha-Krishna temples, especially on Radha Ashtami.

The aarti describes Radha as the mother of the world who removes its sorrows.

Information

About Radha Aarti

Radha Aarti is a devotional hymn sung in praise of Radha Rani, the beloved of Lord Krishna. It describes her as the daughter of Vrishabhanu, Krishna's inseparable companion, and the divine wanderer of Vrindavan's groves. It is a regular part of worship in Radha-Krishna temples.

What does the Radha Aarti describe?

The aarti describes Radha's enchanting form, her compassion, and the glory of divine love. She is called "Krishnatmika" and "Krishna Sahacharini" - meaning one with Krishna's soul and his eternal companion. She is also called "Jagjanani Jag Dukhanivarini," the mother of the world who removes its sorrows.

Benefits of Radha Aarti

• Singing Radha Aarti is believed to deepen devotion and love (bhakti-bhav). • It is said to connect the mind to peace and the divine sentiment of Vrindavan. • Radha-Krishna's grace is believed to bring harmony and happiness into life. • Singing it on Radha Ashtami is considered especially auspicious.

Best Time to Recite Radha Aarti

1. It is traditionally sung along with or right after the Krishna Aarti. 2. It is sung with special devotion on Radha Ashtami (Bhadrapada Shukla Ashtami). 3. Temples in Vrindavan and Mathura recite it as part of the daily evening aarti.

How the Aarti is Performed

The aarti is sung before a combined image or idol of Radha-Krishna, waving a lit lamp and ringing a bell. Traditionally it is sung together with or immediately after the Krishna Aarti, and prasad is distributed to devotees afterward.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the Radha Aarti sung in praise of?

It is sung in praise of Radha Rani, described in the aarti as "Shri Vrshabhanusuta" - the daughter of Vrishabhanu.

When should Radha Aarti be sung?

It is usually sung along with or right after the Krishna Aarti, during daily evening worship, and especially on Radha Ashtami.

What does the aarti call Radha?

The aarti calls her "Krishnatmika," "Krishna Sahacharini," and "Jagjanani Jag Dukhanivarini" - Krishna's eternal companion and the mother of the world who removes its sorrows.

What are the benefits of singing Radha Aarti?

It is believed to deepen devotion and love, and to bring peace and happiness into life through Radha-Krishna's grace.

How does the aarti describe Vrindavan?

It calls Radha "Chinmaya Vrinda Vipin Viharini" - the divine one who wanders the sacred groves of Vrindavan.

What is Radha Ashtami and how does it relate to this aarti?

Radha Ashtami is celebrated as Radha Rani's appearance day, and this aarti is sung with special devotion in temples on this occasion.

Can Radha Aarti be sung on its own?

Yes, it can be sung independently, though it is more commonly sung together with the Krishna Aarti as a traditional pair.