Jai Ganesh Deva Aarti — Word-by-Word Meaning
जय गणेश देवा आरती
Every Sanskrit word explained in English
Word-by-Word Breakdown
जय
Jai
Victory, glory, hail
गणेश
Ganesh
Lord of the Ganas (celestial attendants)
देवा
Deva
Divine lord, god
माता
Mata
Mother
जाकी
Jaki
Whose
पार्वती
Parvati
Goddess Parvati, daughter of the mountains
पिता
Pita
Father
महादेवा
Mahadeva
The great god, Lord Shiva
एक दन्त
Ek Dant
One-tusked — Ganesha's broken tusk
दयावन्त
Dayavant
Compassionate, merciful
चार भुजा
Char Bhuja
Four arms
धारी
Dhari
One who holds, bearer
माथे
Mathe
On the forehead
तिलक
Tilak
Sacred mark on the forehead
सोहे
Sohe
Looks beautiful, adorns
मूसे की सवारी
Muse Ki Sawari
Rides a mouse (his divine vehicle)
पान
Paan
Betel leaves
चढ़े
Chadhe
Are offered
फूल
Phool
Flowers
मेवा
Mewa
Dry fruits, sweets
लड्डुअन
Ladduwan
Laddus (round sweets)
भोग
Bhog
Food offering to the deity
सन्त
Sant
Saints, devotees
सेवा
Seva
Service, worship
अन्धन
Andhon
To the blind
आँख
Aankh
Eyes, sight
कोढ़िन
Kodhin
To lepers, those with skin disease
काया
Kaya
A healthy body
बाँझन
Banjhan
To the childless
पुत्र
Putra
A son, child
निर्धन
Nirdhan
To the poor
माया
Maya
Wealth, prosperity
दीनन
Deenan
Of the humble, the meek
लाज
Laaj
Honour, dignity
शम्भु सुतकारी
Shambhu Sutkari
Son of Shambhu (Shiva)
कामना
Kamna
Wish, desire
पूर्ण
Puran
Fulfil, complete
बलिहारी
Balihari
I sacrifice myself (in devotion)
Complete Translation
Glory to Lord Ganesh, glory to Lord Ganesh, glory to Lord Ganesh Deva!
Whose mother is Parvati and whose father is the great Lord Shiva.
The compassionate one-tusked lord who bears four arms,
A sacred tilak adorns his forehead, and a mouse is his divine mount.
Glory to Lord Ganesh...
Betel leaves are offered, flowers are offered, and dry fruits are offered,
Laddus are offered as food, and saints perform his worship.
Glory to Lord Ganesh...
He gives sight to the blind, a healthy body to the diseased,
He blesses the childless with sons and the poor with wealth.
Glory to Lord Ganesh...
Garlands are offered, flowers are offered, and dry fruits are offered,
Laddus are offered as food, and saints perform his worship.
Glory to Lord Ganesh...
Protect the honour of the humble, O son of Shambhu!
Fulfil my wishes — I am devoted to you completely.
Glory to Lord Ganesh...
Origin & History
Source: Traditional Hindu devotional composition
Author: Unknown (folk tradition)
Period: Medieval period
The Jai Ganesh Jai Ganesh Deva aarti is the most popular aarti in North Indian Hindu worship. Sung during evening prayers in millions of homes and temples daily. Its simple, melodic structure makes it accessible to everyone.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Jai Ganesh Deva Aarti?▼
Jai Ganesh Deva is the most popular and widely sung aarti dedicated to Lord Ganesha. It is traditionally performed during evening puja and at the start of any worship session, as Ganesha is always invoked first to remove obstacles. The aarti describes Ganesha's form, his offerings, and his power to grant boons to devotees.
When should I sing this aarti?▼
This aarti is most commonly sung during evening (Sandhya) puja, but it can be performed at any time of worship. It is especially important during Ganesh Chaturthi, Wednesdays (Ganesha's day), and before beginning any new project, journey or venture.
Who wrote the Jai Ganesh Deva Aarti?▼
The exact author of this aarti is not definitively known. It is a folk devotional composition that has been passed down through generations of Hindu worship tradition. Its simple, heartfelt language has made it the most universally recognized Ganesha aarti across India.
What offerings should I make during this aarti?▼
As described in the aarti itself, the traditional offerings include betel leaves (paan), flowers (phool), dry fruits (mewa), and laddus — Ganesha's favourite sweet. Modak (sweet dumplings) are also a beloved offering. Durva grass and red hibiscus flowers are especially sacred to Ganesha.
Can I chant this aarti without a puja setup?▼
Yes, you can recite or sing this aarti anywhere with sincere devotion. While a formal puja setup with lamp and offerings is ideal, the aarti can be chanted mentally or aloud during meditation, while travelling, or whenever you wish to invoke Ganesha's blessings.
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