Shri Ram Lakshman Ji Ki Aarti
Brotherhood, righteousness, loyalty, courage, devotion, protection, virtue
Ati Sukh Kausilya Uthi Dhaai.
Mudit Badan Man Mudit Sadan Ten,
Aarti Saaji Sumitra Lyaai.
Janu Surabhi Ban Basati Bachchh Binu,
Parbas Pashupati Ki Bahraai.
Chali Saanjh Samuhaahi Stravat Than,
Umangi Milan Janani Dou Aai.
Dadhi-Phal-Doob Kanak-Kopar Bhari,
Saajat Saunj Bichitra Banaai.
Ami-Bachan Suni Hot Kolaahal,
Devan Divi Dundubhi Bajaai.
Baran-Baran Pat Parat Paanvade,
Beethin Sakal Sugandh Sinchaai.
Pulakit-Rom, Harash-Gadgad-Swar,
Jubatini Mangal Gaatha Gaai.
Nij Mandir Lai Aani Tilak Dai,
Duj Gan Mudit Asees Sunaai.
Siya-Sahit Sukh Baso Ihaan Tum,
"Soordas" Nit Uthi Bali Jaai.
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About Shri Ram Lakshman Ji Ki Aarti
The divine hymn "Ati Sukh Kausilya Uthi Dhaai" is a deeply poetic and emotionally charged Aarti composed by the legendary Bhakti-poet Mahatama Surdas Ji. This Aarti celebrates the joyful return of Lord Shri Ram and Prince Lakshman back to the loving embrace of Mother Kausalya and Mother Sumitra. Surdas Ji, famous for his unmatched depiction of Vatsalya Rasa (maternal love), beautifully captures the overwhelming ecstasy, maternal affection, and spiritual atmosphere of Ayodhya during the welcome of the divine brothers.
Detailed Breakdown & Spiritual Significance of the Verses:
1. Maternal Ecstasy & Ritual Preparation: Hearing of the divine arrival, Mother Kausalya rushes out in supreme happiness with a glowing face and joyous heart. Mother Sumitra quickly prepares the sacred Aarti platter, filled with pure devotion and auspicious materials.
2. The Metaphor of the Mother Cow: Surdas Ji uses a profoundly moving simile comparing the mothers to a cow living in a distant forest separated from her young calf. Just as a cow milk-bound and eager rushes toward her calf at dusk, Mother Kausalya and Mother Sumitra rush forward to embrace Ram and Lakshman.
3. Auspicious Offerings & Heavenly Celebrations: The Aarti plate is decorated with sacred golden vessels filled with curd, fresh fruits, and auspicious Durva grass. Hearing the sweet, nectar-like words of the divine sons, the gods in heaven start playing celestial drums (Dundubhi) in jubilation.
4. City Decorations & Joyful Hymns: The pathways of Ayodhya are laid with colorful royal silk cloths and sprinkled with aromatic perfumes. The women of Ayodhya sing auspicious songs in sweet, emotion-choked voices, their hair standing on end with divine thrill.
5. Royal Welcoming & Surdas Surrender: The divine brothers are escorted into the royal palace, where holy Brahmins perform Tilak and shower hearty blessings. Surdas Ji concludes with the devotional wish: "May You dwell here happily forever with Goddess Sita; Surdas daily surrenders himself at Your holy feet."
