Rama · Aarti
Shri Ram Aarti
Read Shri Ram Aarti with Hindi lyrics, an English meaning, and simple guidance for Rama worship at home and during Ram Navami.
Significance
Rama Aarti is sung during Rama puja, Ram Navami, Diwali traditions connected with Rama's return to Ayodhya, and regular family worship. Regional versions and melodies may differ.
How to Perform
Place a picture or murti of Rama, Sita, Lakshmana, and Hanuman respectfully. Offer water, flowers, or fruit, then sing the aarti while moving a safe diya in a gentle clockwise circle. End with a moment of gratitude and a resolve to practise truth and responsibility.
Lyrics
आरती कीजै श्री राम लला की। दुष्ट दलन रघुनाथ कला की॥
जाके बल से गिरिवर कांपे। रोग दोष जाके निकट न झांके॥
अंजनि पुत्र महाबलदाई। संतन के प्रभु सदा सहाई॥
धूप दीप नैवेद्य चढ़ावै। राम लला की आरती गावै॥
राम लला की आरती गावै। संकट हरै सुख संपत्ति आवै॥
सूर्यवंश कुल दीपक धारी। दशरथ सुत प्रभु जानकी प्यारी॥
आरती कीजै श्री राम लला की। दुष्ट दलन रघुनाथ कला की॥
Transliteration of the opening
Aarti kije Shri Ram lala ki, Dusht dalan Raghunath kala ki.
Jake bal se girivar kampe, Rog dosh jake nikat na jhanke.
Regional recitation may use slightly different words or lines. Use the version taught in your household or temple and listen to a trusted recitation while learning pronunciation.
Meaning
The opening welcomes the light of Rama and remembers his power to overcome destructive forces. The following lines connect Rama’s protection with courage and relief from fear, while Hanuman appears as a powerful servant and helper of devotees. Offerings of lamp, incense, and food express respect and gratitude rather than a transaction.
Rama worship is traditionally connected with dharma, truth, compassion, restraint, and responsibility. Reading the aarti with that meaning in mind turns it into a daily-life prayer: may strength be used wisely, may promises be kept, and may power protect rather than intimidate.
For related reading, explore the Rama Mantra, Ram Navami story and significance, and Hindu deities guide.
Overall Meaning
Shri Ram Aarti praises Rama as the ideal king, protector of dharma, and compassionate Lord. The prayer remembers his victory over Ravana, his faithful relationship with Sita, and the hope that devotion brings courage, truth, and a well-ordered life.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the meaning of Shri Ram Aarti?
Shri Ram Aarti praises Rama as the ideal king, protector of dharma, and compassionate Lord. The prayer remembers his victory over Ravana, his faithful relationship with Sita, and the hope that devotion brings courage, truth, and a well-ordered life.
Why is Shri Ram Aarti significant?
Rama Aarti is sung during Rama puja, Ram Navami, Diwali traditions connected with Rama's return to Ayodhya, and regular family worship. Regional versions and melodies may differ.