Sukhkarta Dukharta (Ganpati Aarti) — Word-by-Word Meaning
सुखकर्ता दुःखहर्ता आरती
Every Sanskrit word explained in English
Word-by-Word Breakdown
सुखकर्ता दुःखहर्ता
Sukhkarta Dukharta
The giver of joy (sukha) and the remover of sorrow (dukha) — Lord Ganesha
मंगलमूर्ती
Mangalmurti
The auspicious-formed one; the most common name by which Ganesha is hailed in Maharashtra
गौरीकुमरा
Gauri-kumara
The son (kumara) of Gauri (Parvati)
लंबोदर
Lambodara
The large-bellied one, a beloved name of Ganesha
दास रामाचा
Das Ramacha
'The servant Ramdas' — the saint-poet Samarth Ramdas, who composed this aarti
Complete Translation
Giver of joy, remover of sorrow, you who ward off every obstacle; whose grace lets no devotee's love go wanting but fulfils it. Your whole form is beautiful, anointed with shendur (vermilion); on your neck glistens a garland of pearls. Jay Dev, Jay Dev, O auspicious-formed Lord (Mangalmurti); by your mere sight the heart's every desire is fulfilled.
A jewel-studded shrine is set for you, O son of Gauri; anointed with sandal-paste, kumkum and saffron. A diamond-studded crown adorns you well; the anklets jingle softly upon your feet. Jay Dev, Jay Dev, O auspicious-formed Lord (Mangalmurti); by your mere sight the heart's every desire is fulfilled.
O pot-bellied one (Lambodara), clad in yellow silk, worshipped by the king of serpents; with straight trunk, curved tusk (Vakratunda) and three eyes. Your servant Ramdas waits at your door; in calamity come to my aid, at the final hour protect me, O Lord worshipped by the gods. Jay Dev, Jay Dev, O auspicious-formed Lord (Mangalmurti); by your mere sight the heart's every desire is fulfilled.
Origin & History
Source: Composed by Samarth Ramdas
Author: Samarth Ramdas
Period: 17th century CE
Sukhkarta Dukharta was composed by the Marathi saint Samarth Ramdas, the guru who inspired the Maratha spirit of his age. In three loving verses he beholds Ganesha adorned with vermilion, pearls and a diamond crown, and signs himself 'Das Ramacha' (Ramdas, the servant), waiting at the Lord's door and begging his protection in calamity. It has become the heartbeat aarti of Ganesh Chaturthi.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Sukhkarta Dukharta aarti?▼
Sukhkarta Dukharta is the most popular aarti of Lord Ganesha, composed by the 17th-century saint Samarth Ramdas. Its name means 'giver of joy, remover of sorrow'. It is the signature aarti of Ganesh Chaturthi, sung before the Ganpati idol morning and evening.
Who wrote the Sukhkarta Dukharta aarti?▼
It was composed by Samarth Ramdas (1608–1681), the Marathi saint and guru, who signs the final verse as 'Das Ramacha' (the servant Ramdas). It has since become the best-known Ganesha aarti across India.
When is Sukhkarta Dukharta sung?▼
It is sung daily, morning and evening, before an image of Ganesha, and is the central aarti during Ganesh Chaturthi and the ten days of Ganeshotsav. It is also sung at the start of weddings, housewarmings and other auspicious beginnings.
What does 'Mangalmurti Morya' mean?▼
'Mangalmurti' means the auspicious-formed Lord (Ganesha), and 'Morya' is a cry of devotion linked to the saint Moraya Gosavi of Chinchwad. After the aarti, devotees joyfully chant 'Ganpati Bappa Morya, Mangalmurti Morya' to hail the Lord.
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