Shri Raghav Ji Ki Aarti
Righteousness, courage, compassion, devotion, protection, victory, virtue
Aaj Bani Chhabi Bhaari.
Sahit Jaanaki Ratna-Singhaasan,
Raajat Avadh-Bihaari.
Ravi, Shashi Koti Dekhi Chhabi Laaje,
Tilak Patal Dyutikari.
Badan-Mayank Taapatray-Mochan,
Mand Haas-Ras Nyaari.
Baam Ang Shri Sita Sohain,
Hanumat Aagyaakaari.
Gaur Shyaam Sundar Tan Sohain,
Chandra-Badan Ujiyaari.
Ratna-Jatit Aabhooshan Sohai,
Motin Ki Chhabi Bhaari.
Kreet Mukut Makaraakrit Kundal,
Gal Banmaala Pyaari.
Baahu Vishaal Vibhooshan Sundar,
Kar Shuchi Saarangdhaari.
Kati Pat Peet Basan Ki Sobha,
Mohan Madan Nihaari.
Munijan Charan Saroruh Sevat,
Dhyaan Dharat Tripuraari.
Chatur Sakhi Mili Karat Aarti,
Saj Kanchan Ki Thaari.
Sevak-Ram Jaydhvani Ucharat,
Gaavat Pur Nar-Naari.
Maatu Kausila Let Balaiya,
Tan-Man Sarbas Vaari.
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About Shri Raghav Ji Ki Aarti
The glorious prayer "Aaj Bani Chhabi Bhaari" is a deeply poetic Aarti dedicated to Lord Shri Ram as Shri Raghav Ji, seated majestically on a jewel-studded throne in Ayodhya alongside Mother Sita. This hymn is an extraordinary celebration of divine beauty, supreme royalty, and spiritual grace. It captures not only the physical magnificence of the Lord and His attire, but also emphasizes the profound Vedantic reality that meditating upon Lord Ram’s lotus-face frees the soul from the three forms of worldly suffering (Taapatraya—Adhyatmik, Adhibhautik, and Adhidaivik).
Detailed Breakdown & Spiritual Significance of the Verses:
1. Throne and Cosmic Radiance: Lord Awadhbihari sits upon a celestial gem-encrusted throne with Mother Janaki. The divine radiance of His forehead tilak is so immense that even the collective brilliance of millions of suns and moons pales in comparison.
2. Liberation & Divine Companions: His moon-like face and sweet smile relieve the devotee of all worldly anxieties. To His left sits Goddess Sita, while Lord Hanuman stands attentively awaiting His divine command. The fair complexion of Sita and the dark-cloud complexion of Ram create a striking spiritual harmony.
3. Adornments & Royal Regalia: The Lord is adorned with gem-studded ornaments, radiant pearl necklaces, a majestic crown (Kreet Mukut), fish-shaped earrings (Makaraakrit Kundal), and a fragrant garland of forest flowers (Vanamala).
4. Divine Weaponry & Attire: His long, powerful arms are decorated with armlets, holding the sacred bow Saranga. Wearing brilliant yellow silk garments (Peeta Vasan) around His waist, His beauty surpasses even Kamadeva (the god of love).
5. Adoration by Sages and Gods: Great sages serve His lotus feet, and Lord Shiva (Tripurari) Himself remains absorbed in meditating upon His form. Sakhis gather with golden platters to perform the sacred Aarti.
6. Cosmic Joy & Maternal Love: Citizens of Ayodhya sing praises while chanting victory shouts (Jai-Dhvani). Seeing her divine son in all His glory, Mother Kausalya affectionately wards off evil eyes (Let Balaiya) and surrenders her entire body, mind, and soul at His feet.
