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Evening Aarti Guide — Sandhya Aarti at Home

Sandhya Aarti (evening aarti) is one of the most beautiful Hindu traditions — lighting a lamp at dusk to dispel darkness and invite divine blessings into your home. This guide covers everything you need: which aartis to sing, how to perform the ritual, and the complete lyrics for daily evening worship.

Om Jai Jagdish Hare — The Universal Evening Aarti

The most popular aarti sung in Hindu homes across India. It can be offered to any deity and is the default evening aarti in most households.

Om Jai Jagdish Hare Aarti

ॐ जय जगदीश हरे, स्वामी जय जगदीश हरे।

Ganesh Aarti — Jai Ganesh Deva

Always start your aarti sequence with Lord Ganesha. Jai Ganesh Deva is sung first to remove obstacles and seek blessings before worshiping other deities.

Jai Ganesh Deva Aarti

जय गणेश जय गणेश जय गणेश देवा।

Sukhkarta Dukhharta — Ganesh Aarti

सुखकर्ता दुखहर्ता वार्ता विघ्नाची।

Hanuman Aarti — Aarti Kije Hanuman Lala Ki

Sung after Ganesh Aarti, especially on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Lord Hanuman provides protection and courage.

Hanuman Aarti

आरती कीजै हनुमान लला की।

Krishna Aarti — Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki

The beloved Krishna aarti sung with deep devotion. Especially auspicious on Wednesdays and during Janmashtami.

Krishna Aarti — Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki

आरती कुंजबिहारी की।

Lakshmi Aarti — Om Jai Lakshmi Mata

Sung on Fridays and during Diwali. Invokes Goddess Lakshmi for wealth and prosperity in the home.

Om Jai Lakshmi Mata Aarti

ॐ जय लक्ष्मी माता, मैया जय लक्ष्मी माता।

Shiva Aarti — Om Jai Shiv Omkara

Sung on Mondays and during Maha Shivaratri. The Shiva aarti brings peace, health, and spiritual growth.

Om Jai Shiv Omkara Aarti

ॐ जय शिव ओमकारा, स्वामी जय शिव ओमकारा।

Durga Aarti — Jai Ambe Gauri

Sung on Fridays and during Navratri. The Mother Goddess aarti brings protection and strength.

Durga Aarti — Jai Ambe Gauri

जय अम्बे गौरी, मैया जय श्यामा गौरी।

Sai Baba Aarti

Sung on Thursdays and at Sai Baba temples. Shirdi Sai Baba devotees perform this aarti daily.

Sai Baba Aarti (Aarti Sai Baba)

आरती साईं बाबा, सौख्यदातारा जीवा।

Frequently Asked Questions

How to perform evening aarti at home?
Light a ghee or oil lamp (diya). Place it on a plate with flowers and kumkum. Ring a bell with your left hand while moving the aarti plate clockwise with your right hand — 7 times at the deity's feet, 4 times at the navel, 1 time at the face, and 7 times around the entire form. Sing the aarti while doing this.
What is the correct order of aarti?
Start with Ganesh Aarti (Jai Ganesh Deva), then pray to your family deity, followed by Om Jai Jagdish Hare. On specific days, add the day's deity aarti (e.g., Hanuman Aarti on Tuesday, Lakshmi Aarti on Friday).
What time should evening aarti be performed?
Sandhya Kaal (dusk/sunset time) is ideal — approximately 6:00-7:00 PM depending on sunset. In temples, evening aarti is performed at a fixed time. At home, perform it as close to sunset as possible.
Can evening aarti be done without an idol?
Yes. You can perform aarti in front of a photo, a lamp, or even mentally. The devotion and sincerity matter most, not the physical setup. A simple diya and a heartfelt aarti is more powerful than an elaborate puja without devotion.

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