जय गणपति सदगुण सदन,
कविवर बदन कृपाल।
विघ्न हरण मंगल करण,
जय जय गिरिजालाल॥
Ganesh Chalisa
गणेश चालीसा
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॥ Doha ॥
॥ Chaupai ॥
जय जय जय गणपति गणराजू।
मंगल भरण करण शुभः काजू॥
जै गजबदन सदन सुखदाता।
विश्व विनायका बुद्धि विधाता॥
वक्र तुण्ड शुची शुण्ड सुहावना।
तिलक त्रिपुण्ड भाल मन भावन॥
राजत मणि मुक्तन उर माला।
स्वर्ण मुकुट शिर नयन विशाला॥
पुस्तक पाणि कुठार त्रिशूलं।
मोदक भोग सुगन्धित फूलं॥
सुन्दर पीताम्बर तन साजित।
चरण पादुका मुनि मन राजित॥
धनि शिव सुवन षडानन भ्राता।
गौरी लालन विश्व-विख्याता॥
ऋद्धि-सिद्धि तव चंवर सुधारे।
मुषक वाहन सोहत द्वारे॥
कहौ जन्म शुभ कथा तुम्हारी।
अति शुची पावन मंगलकारी॥
एक समय गिरिराज कुमारी।
पुत्र हेतु तप कीन्हा भारी॥
भयो यज्ञ जब पूर्ण अनूपा।
तब पहुंच्यो तुम धरी द्विज रूपा॥
अतिथि जानी के गौरी सुखारी।
बहुविधि सेवा करी तुम्हारी॥
अति प्रसन्न हवै तुम वर दीन्हा।
मातु पुत्र हित जो तप कीन्हा॥
मिलहि पुत्र तुहि, बुद्धि विशाला।
बिना गर्भ धारण यहि काला॥
गणनायक गुण ज्ञान निधाना।
पूजित प्रथम रूप भगवाना॥
अस कही अन्तर्धान रूप हवै।
पालना पर बालक स्वरूप हवै॥
बनि शिशु रुदन जबहिं तुम ठाना।
लखि मुख सुख नहिं गौरी समाना॥
सकल मगन, सुखमंगल गावहिं।
नाभ ते सुरन, सुमन वर्षावहिं॥
शम्भु, उमा, बहुदान लुटावहिं।
सुर मुनिजन, सुत देखन आवहिं॥
लखि अति आनन्द मंगल साजा।
देखन भी आये शनि राजा॥
निज अवगुण गुनि शनि मन माहीं।
बालक, देखन चाहत नाहीं॥
गिरिजा कछु मन भेद बढायो।
उत्सव मोर, न शनि तुही भायो॥
कहत लगे शनि, मन सकुचाई।
का करिहौ, शिशु मोहि दिखाई॥
नहिं विश्वास, उमा उर भयऊ।
शनि सों बालक देखन कहयऊ॥
पदतहिं शनि दृग कोण प्रकाशा।
बालक सिर उड़ि गयो अकाशा॥
गिरिजा गिरी विकल हवै धरणी।
सो दुःख दशा गयो नहीं वरणी॥
हाहाकार मच्यौ कैलाशा।
शनि कीन्हों लखि सुत को नाशा॥
तुरत गरुड़ चढ़ि विष्णु सिधायो।
काटी चक्र सो गज सिर लाये॥
बालक के धड़ ऊपर धारयो।
प्राण मन्त्र पढ़ि शंकर डारयो॥
नाम गणेश शम्भु तब कीन्हे।
प्रथम पूज्य बुद्धि निधि, वर दीन्हे॥
बुद्धि परीक्षा जब शिव कीन्हा।
पृथ्वी कर प्रदक्षिणा लीन्हा॥
चले षडानन, भरमि भुलाई।
रचे बैठ तुम बुद्धि उपाई॥
चरण मातु-पितु के धर लीन्हें।
तिनके सात प्रदक्षिण कीन्हें॥
धनि गणेश कही शिव हिये हरषे।
नभ ते सुरन सुमन बहु बरसे॥
तुम्हरी महिमा बुद्धि बड़ाई।
शेष सहसमुख सके न गाई॥
मैं मतिहीन मलीन दुखारी।
करहूं कौन विधि विनय तुम्हारी॥
भजत रामसुन्दर प्रभुदासा।
जग प्रयाग, ककरा, दुर्वासा॥
अब प्रभु दया दीना पर कीजै।
अपनी शक्ति भक्ति कुछ दीजै॥
॥ Doha ॥
श्री गणेश यह चालीसा,
पाठ करै कर ध्यान।
नित नव मंगल गृह बसै,
लहे जगत सन्मान॥
सम्बन्ध अपने सहस्त्र दश,
ऋषि पंचमी दिनेश।
पूरण चालीसा भयो,
मंगल मूर्ती गणेश ॥
Highlights
Ganesh Chalisa is a devotional hymn dedicated to Lord Ganesha, narrating the story of his birth, his divine form, and his glory.
Besides Wednesdays, reciting the Ganesh Chalisa on the auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi is also considered especially fruitful.
It is traditional to remember Ganesha, the remover of obstacles, before starting any new task, worship, or journey — and this Chalisa is an extension of that very tradition.
Information
About Ganesh Chalisa
Ganesh Chalisa is a traditional devotional composition sung in praise of Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles. Through forty verses, it beautifully describes Ganesha's divine form, the story of his birth, and his glory. This Chalisa has been sung and heard by devotees for generations, and it continues to be recited regularly in Hindu households today.
What is Ganesh Chalisa?
Ganesh Chalisa is a poetic hymn describing Lord Ganesha's divine form, the birth story connected to his parents Shiva and Parvati, and the glory of his wisdom and cleverness. The Chalisa also includes the well-known legend of how Ganesha came to have an elephant head and became the deity worshipped first among all. It is believed that reciting it regularly removes obstacles from one's life and increases wisdom and discernment.
Benefits of Ganesh Chalisa
• It is believed that reciting Ganesh Chalisa removes obstacles and difficulties from life.
• For students, this recitation is considered helpful in improving intelligence and concentration.
• Reciting it before starting a new business, moving into a new home, or beginning a journey is considered auspicious.
• It is believed to help maintain happiness, prosperity, and positive energy at home.
• Regular recitation is also considered beneficial for reducing mental stress and anxiety.
Best Time to Recite Ganesh Chalisa
1. Reciting Ganesh Chalisa daily after bathing in the morning is considered auspicious.
2. Wednesday is regarded as the day dedicated to Ganesha, making recitation on this day especially fruitful.
3. Reciting it during Ganesh Chaturthi and the Ganesh festival is considered extremely auspicious.
4. Traditionally, reciting Ganesh Chalisa before beginning any new task is considered a good omen.
Lyrics and Notes
The forty verses of Ganesh Chalisa, along with its opening and closing dohas, are read by devotees in both Hindi and English. Here we provide the Hindi lyrics of Ganesh Chalisa, along with their simple meaning and English translation, so that every devotee can understand and recite it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What story does the Ganesh Chalisa describe?
The Ganesh Chalisa narrates the story of Lord Ganesha's birth — how he was born from Mother Parvati's penance, how his head was severed by Shani Dev's gaze, and how Lord Vishnu brought the head of an elephant to restore him, after which he came to be known as Ganesh. It also includes the story of the wisdom test, in which he circled his parents to earn the boon of being worshipped first.
Who wrote the Ganesh Chalisa?
Ganesh Chalisa is a traditional devotional composition whose authorship is not established with the same certainty as the Hanuman Chalisa (composed by Tulsidas). It has been passed down through oral and written tradition among devotees for generations and continues to be sung in the same form today.
When should Ganesh Chalisa be recited?
Ganesh Chalisa can be recited every morning, though Wednesdays and Ganesh Chaturthi are considered especially auspicious. It is also traditionally recited before beginning any new task, worship, or journey.
Can Ganesh Chalisa be recited daily?
Yes, Ganesh Chalisa can be recited every day. Regular recitation is believed to maintain positive energy at home and bring the grace of Ganesha, the remover of obstacles.
How did Ganesha get an elephant head?
According to the legend, the child Ganesha's head was suddenly separated due to Shani Dev's gaze. Lord Vishnu then mounted Garuda, brought the head of an elephant, and placed it on the child's body. Lord Shiva chanted the life-giving mantra to restore him, and he was named Ganesh.
Why is Ganesha considered the first to be worshipped?
According to the legend, when Lord Shiva asked his sons to circle the earth as a test of wisdom, Ganesha instead circled his own parents, showing that they represent the entire creation. Pleased by this wisdom, he was granted the boon of being worshipped first among all deities.
What are the benefits of reciting Ganesh Chalisa?
It is believed that regular recitation of Ganesh Chalisa removes obstacles from life, increases wisdom and concentration, and brings success in new endeavors. It is considered especially beneficial for students and those starting a new business.
Can women recite Ganesh Chalisa?
Yes, Ganesh Chalisa can be recited by devotees of all genders. There is no specific restriction mentioned, and it can also be recited together by the whole family.
How many verses does Ganesh Chalisa have?
Ganesh Chalisa consists of one opening doha, thirty-eight chaupais, and one closing doha, describing Lord Ganesha's glory, his birth story, and devotional praise.
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