श्री खाटू श्याम आरती — Benefits & How to Chant
श्री खाटू श्याम आरती
Complete guide to chanting correctly for maximum benefit
Benefits of Chanting श्री खाटू श्याम आरती
Sung to Khatu Shyam Ji (Barbarika, the grandson of Bhima, blessed by Krishna to be worshipped in the Kali Yuga by Krishna's own name 'Shyam').
Chanted for the fulfilment of wishes, removal of sorrows and the famous grace of the 'Haar ke Sahare' (support of the defeated/helpless).
Most powerful at Khatu Dham (Sikar, Rajasthan), on Falgun and on the eleventh lunar day (Ekadashi), Shyam Baba's special day.
Performed at the close of Shyam Baba's worship along with the Khatu Shyam Chalisa.
How to Chant श्री खाटू श्याम आरती
Instructions
Light a lamp (with ghee or camphor) and, holding it, perform the aarti by circling it before the deity while singing, ideally with a bell. Offer flowers and prasad, and conclude by taking the aarti's blessing (passing the hands over the flame and to the eyes). Sing with devotion and a clear heart.
Spiritual Significance
Krishna blessed Barbarika that he would become the refuge of the helpless and the defeated — 'Haare ka Sahara' — worshipped as Shyam. Devotees who come to Khatu Dham and sing this aarti with faith report that even their most impossible wishes are fulfilled by Shyam Baba.
Origin & History
Source: Traditional Hindi devotional aarti
Author: Traditional
Khatu Shyam Ji is Barbarika, the mighty grandson of Bhima, whose head — granted the boon to witness the entire Mahabharata war — was worshipped by Krishna. Pleased with his supreme sacrifice and devotion, Krishna granted that in the Kali Yuga he would be worshipped by Krishna's own name, Shyam, and would fulfil the wishes of his devotees. His shrine at Khatu (Sikar, Rajasthan) draws millions; this aarti is sung at the close of his worship.