श्री वैष्णो देवी आरती — Word-by-Word Meaning
श्री वैष्णो देवी आरती
Every Sanskrit word explained in English
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Complete Translation
Victory to you, Mother Vaishnavi; Mother, victory to Vaishnavi! With folded hands I stand before you and sing your aarti.
A canopy adorns your head and your image is lovely; the Ganga flows at your feet and a wondrous light shines.
Brahma ever recites the Vedas at your door and Shankara holds you in meditation; your attendants wave the fly-whisk and Narada dances in praise.
Your beautiful cave delights the heart greatly; again and again, O Mother, the heart longs to behold you.
Banners flutter on your abode and the bells resound; your lofty mountain (Trikuta) is dear to you, O Mother.
Paan, betel-nut, a banner, coconut, flowers, fruit and sweets are offered; your servants stand at your feet — grant us your darshan, O Goddess.
Whoever comes to your door with firm faith — that one's every wish, O Mother, is fulfilled.
Whoever sings this hymn of praise day and night — the devotee Dhyanu says — gains happiness and prosperity.
Origin & History
Source: Traditional Hindi devotional aarti
Author: Traditional
Period: Devotional era
Mata Vaishno Devi is worshipped as a manifestation of the Divine Mother — said to embody Maha Kali, Maha Lakshmi and Maha Saraswati — who dwells in a cave high in the Trikuta mountains near Katra, Jammu. Millions of pilgrims climb to her shrine each year crying 'Jai Mata Di.' This aarti, signed by the devotee Dhyanu Bhagat (to whom the Mother is said to have granted darshan), is sung at the close of her worship.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Vaishno Devi Aarti?▼
It is the traditional Hindi aarti sung in praise of Vaishno Devi, performed at the close of worship with a lamp and bell. This page gives the complete lyrics in Hindi with transliteration and verse-by-verse English meaning.
When should this aarti be sung?▼
Aarti is sung at the close of morning and evening worship, and especially on the deity's festival days. Light a lamp, circle it before the deity while singing, and conclude by taking the aarti blessing.
What is the benefit of singing this aarti?▼
Singing the aarti with devotion is believed to please the deity, remove obstacles and sorrows, and grant the heart's sincere wishes, peace and protection.
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