बंशी शोभित कर मधुर, नील जलद तन श्याम।
अरुण अधर जनु बिम्बफल, नयन कमल अभिराम॥
पूर्ण इन्द्र, अरविन्द मुख, पीताम्बर शुभ साज।
जय मनमोहन मदन छवि, कृष्णचन्द्र महाराज॥
Krishna Chalisa
श्री कृष्ण चालीसा
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॥ Doha ॥
॥ Chaupai ॥
जय यदुनंदन जय जगवंदन।
जय वसुदेव देवकी नन्दन॥
जय यशुदा सुत नन्द दुलारे।
जय प्रभु भक्तन के दृग तारे॥
जय नट-नागर, नाग नथइया।
कृष्ण कन्हइया धेनु चरइया॥
पुनि नख पर प्रभु गिरिवर धारो।
आओ दीनन कष्ट निवारो॥
वंशी मधुर अधर धरि टेरौ।
होवे पूर्ण विनय यह मेरौ॥
आओ हरि पुनि माखन चाखो।
आज लाज भारत की राखो॥
गोल कपोल, चिबुक अरुणारे।
मृदु मुस्कान मोहिनी डारे॥
राजित राजिव नयन विशाला।
मोर मुकुट वैजन्तीमाला॥
कुण्डल श्रवण, पीत पट आछे।
कटि किंकिणी काछनी काछे॥
नील जलज सुन्दर तनु सोहे।
छवि लखि, सुर नर मुनिमन मोहे॥
मस्तक तिलक, अलक घुँघराले।
आओ कृष्ण बांसुरी वाले॥
करि पय पान, पुतनहि तार्यो।
अका बका कागासुर मार्यो॥
मधुवन जलत अगिन जब ज्वाला।
भै शीतल, लखितहिं नन्दलाला॥
सुरपति जब ब्रज चढ़्यो रिसाई।
मूसर धार वारि वर्षाई॥
लगत-लगत ब्रज चहन बहायो।
गोवर्धन नखधारि बचायो॥
लखि यसुदा मन भ्रम अधिकाई।
मुख महं चौदह भुवन दिखाई॥
दुष्ट कंस अति उधम मचायो।
कोटि कमल जब फूल मंगायो॥
नाथि कालियहिं तब तुम लीन्हें।
चरणचिन्ह दै निर्भय कीन्हें॥
करि गोपिन संग रास विलासा।
सबकी पूरण करी अभिलाषा॥
केतिक महा असुर संहारयो।
कंसहि केस पकड़ि दै मारयो॥
मात-पिता की बन्दि छुड़ाई।
उग्रसेन कहं राज दिलाई॥
महि से मृतक छहों सुत लायो।
मातु देवकी शोक मिटायो॥
भौमासुर मुर दैत्य संहारी।
लाये षट दश सहसकुमारी॥
दै भिन्हीं तृण चीर सहारा।
जरासिंधु राक्षस कहं मारा॥
असुर बकासुर आदिक मार्यो।
भक्तन के तब कष्ट निवारियो॥
दीन सुदामा के दुःख टारयो।
तंदुल तीन मूँठ मुख डारयो॥
प्रेम के साग विदुर घर मांगे।
दुर्योधन के मेवा त्यागे॥
लखि प्रेम की महिमा भारी।
ऐसे श्याम दीन हितकारी॥
भारत के पारथ रथ हांके।
लिए चक्र कर नहिं बल थाके॥
निज गीता के ज्ञान सुनाये।
भक्तन हृदय सुधा वर्षाये॥
मीरा थी ऐसी मतवाली।
विष पी गई बजाकर ताली॥
राना भेजा सांप पिटारी।
शालिग्राम बने बनवारी॥
निज माया तुम विधिहिं दिखायो।
उर ते संशय सकल मिटायो॥
तब शत निन्दा करी तत्काला।
जीवन मुक्त भयो शिशुपाला॥
जबहिं द्रौपदी टेर लगाई।
दीनानाथ लाज अब जाई॥
तुरतहिं वसन बने नन्दलाला।
बढ़े चीर भै अरि मुँह काला॥
अस नाथ के नाथ कन्हैया।
डूबत भँवर बचावत नैया॥
सुन्दरदास आस उर धारी।
दयादृष्टि कीजै बनवारी॥
नाथ सकल मम कुमति निवारो।
क्षमहु बेगि अपराध हमारो॥
खोलो पट अब दर्शन दीजै।
बोलो कृष्ण कन्हैया की जै॥
॥ Doha ॥
यह चालीसा कृष्ण का, पाठ करै उर धारि।
अष्ट सिद्धि नवनिधि फल, लहै पदारथ चारि॥
Highlights
Lord Krishna is regarded as the living embodiment of love, devotion, and wisdom, who gave the world the message of karma yoga through the Gita.
Reciting Krishna Chalisa on Janmashtami, Wednesdays, and Thursdays is considered especially auspicious.
The Chalisa describes Krishna's childhood pastimes, lifting Govardhan Hill, helping Sudama, and delivering the teachings of the Gita.
Information
About Krishna Chalisa
Krishna Chalisa is a devotional composition dedicated to Lord Krishna, traditionally associated with Sundardas. Across forty verses, it beautifully describes Krishna's childhood pastimes, his divine powers, and his boundless grace toward devotees. This Chalisa is extremely popular among Krishna devotees and is recited regularly.
What is Krishna Chalisa?
Krishna Chalisa is a poetic hymn describing Krishna's enchanting form — his peacock-feather crown, garland of forest flowers, and flute — along with famous stories such as the slaying of the demoness Putana, lifting Govardhan Hill, subduing the serpent Kaliya, helping the poor Sudama, and delivering the Bhagavad Gita's teachings to Arjuna. It is believed that reciting this Chalisa with devotion removes sorrow and suffering from a devotee's life.
Benefits of Krishna Chalisa
• It is believed that regular recitation removes life's troubles and obstacles.
• It is thought to bring love, devotion, and mental peace.
• It is believed to protect from crises and build self-confidence.
• It is said to bring prosperity and success.
• Reciting it on Janmashtami and Wednesdays is considered a way to receive Lord Krishna's special grace.
Best Time to Recite Krishna Chalisa
1. Reciting Krishna Chalisa daily after bathing in the morning is considered auspicious.
2. Wednesdays and Thursdays are considered especially fruitful days to recite it.
3. Reciting it on Janmashtami is considered extremely beneficial.
4. It can also be recited during the evening aarti.
Lyrics and Notes
Krishna Chalisa's Hindi lyrics are read and heard by millions of devotees every day. Here we present the complete text of Krishna Chalisa along with its meaning, so devotees can not only recite it but also understand the meaning of each verse.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Krishna Chalisa dedicated to?
Krishna Chalisa is dedicated to Lord Krishna, also known as Yadunandan, Nandlala, and Vasudev. The Chalisa describes his divine pastimes and powers.
Who wrote Krishna Chalisa?
Krishna Chalisa is traditionally associated with Sundardas, whose name is mentioned in the closing verses of the Chalisa itself.
When should Krishna Chalisa be recited?
Reciting Krishna Chalisa on Janmashtami, Wednesdays, and Thursdays is considered especially auspicious. Devotees can also recite it daily after bathing in the morning.
Why does Krishna Chalisa mention Govardhan Hill?
The Chalisa describes how, when torrential rains fell due to Indra's anger, Krishna lifted the Govardhan Hill on a single finger to protect all the people of Braj. This is regarded as a symbol of his divine power and love for his devotees.
Are there any rules for reciting Krishna Chalisa?
It is considered appropriate to bathe and wear clean clothes before reciting. Reciting with a calm mind and devotion is considered important, as it is believed to bring Lord Krishna's grace.
What are the benefits of reciting Krishna Chalisa?
It is believed that regularly reciting Krishna Chalisa removes suffering, fear, and mental unrest from life. Devotees believe it also brings love, devotion, and prosperity.
Can women recite Krishna Chalisa?
Yes, Krishna Chalisa can be recited by all devotees, both men and women. There is no restriction based on gender.
What is the significance of the Sudama story in Krishna Chalisa?
The Chalisa describes how, when the poor Sudama visited Krishna and offered him three fistfuls of rice, Krishna removed all of Sudama's poverty. This story illustrates the value of true friendship and selfless devotion.
How many times should Krishna Chalisa be recited?
Devotees may recite Krishna Chalisa once daily according to their faith and convenience, or 7, 11, or 21 times on special occasions.
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