श्री गिरिराज की आरती (Shri Giriraj Ji Ki Aarti)

॥ श्री गिरिराज जी की आरती ॥

ओउम जय जय जय गिरिराज, स्वामी जय जय जय गिरिराज।
संकट में तुम राखौ, निज भक्तन की लाज।। ओउम जय ।।

इन्द्रादिक सब सुर मिल तुम्हरौ ध्यान धरैं।
रिषि मुनिजन यश गावें, ते भव सिन्धु तरैं।। ओउम जय ।।

सुन्दर रूप तुम्हारौ श्याम सिला सोहें।
वन उपवन लखि-लखि के भक्तन मन मोहे।। ओउम जय।।

मध्य मानसी गंग कलि के मल हरनी।
तापै दीप जलावें, उतरें वैतरनी।। ओउम जय।।

नवल अप्सरा कुण्ड सुहावन-पावन सुखकारी।
बायें राधा कुण्ड नहावें महा पापहारी।। ओउम जय।।

तुम्ही मुक्ति के दाता कलियुग के स्वामी।
दीनन के हो रक्षक प्रभु अन्तरयामी।। ओउम जय।।

हम हैं शरण तुम्हारी, गिरिवर गिरधारी।
देवकीनन्दन कृपा करो, हे भक्तन हितकारी।। ओउम जय।।

जो नर दे परिकम्मा पूजन पाठ करें।
गावें नित्य आरती पुनि नहिं जनम धरें।। ओउम जय।।

Shri Giriraj Ji Ki Aarti

Shree Govardhan Maharaj Maharaj Maharaj
Tere Maathe Mukut Viraj Raho

Tope Paan Chade Tope Phool Chade
Tope Paan Chade Tope Phool Chade
Tope Chade Dhoodh Ki Dhaar Ki Dhaar
Tope Chade Dhoodh Ki Dhaar Ki Dhaar
Tere Maathe Mukut Viraj Raho

Shree Govardhan Maharaj Maharaj Maharaj
Tere Maathe Mukut Viraj Raho

Maharaj Ki Jai Ho
Maharaj Ki Jai Ho

Teri Saat Kos Ki Parikamma
Teri Saat Kos Ki Parikamma
Chakleshwar Hai Vishraam
Chakleshwar Hai Vishraam
Tere Maathe Mukut Viraj Raho
Tere Maathe Mukut Viraj Raho

Giriraj Maharaj Ki Jai Ho
Govardhan Naath Ki Jai Ho

Shri Radhe Hari Bol

Tere Gale Me Kantha Saaj Raheyo
Tere Gale Me Kantha Saaj Raheyo
Thodi Pe Heera Laal Ho Laal Laal
Tere Maathe Mukut Viraj Raho
Tere Maathe Mukut Viraj Raho

Shree Govardhan Maharaj
Ho Maharaj Maharaj
Tere Maathe Mukut Viraj Raho

Tere Kanan Kundal Chamak Raheyo
Tere Kanan Kundal Chamak Raheyo

Teri Jhaaki Bani Vishal Vishal Vishal
Tere Maathe Mukut Viraj Raho

Shree Govardhan Maharaj
Ho Maharaj Maharaj
Tere Maathe Mukut Viraj Raho

Ho Giriraj Dharan Prabhu Teri Sharan
Prabhu Teri Sharan Prabhu Teri Sharan
Prabhu Teri Sharan Prabhu Teri Sharan

Shri Radhe Hari Bol
Giriraj Maharaj Ki Jai

Ho Giriraj Dharan Prabhu Teri Sharan
Prabhu Teri Sharan Prabhu Teri Sharan
Prabhu Teri Sharan Prabhu Teri Sharan

Ho Giriraj Dharan Prabhu Teri Sharan
Ho Giriraj Dharan Prabhu Teri Sharan

अधिक पढ़ें : Shri Gauri Nandan Aarti (श्रीगौरी नन्दन की आरती)

Benefits of Reciting Giriraj Ji Ki Aarti

Shri Giriraj Ji (Govardhan Maharaj) is Lord Shri Krishna Himself. Hence, reciting His Aarti grants the devotee several wonderful benefits:

Protection from Troubles: The Aarti states, “Protect the honour of your devotees in times of crisis.” So, this hymn provides freedom from all kinds of troubles and calamities.
Crossing the Ocean of Existence: Singing the Aarti daily helps the individual cross the cycle of life and death (Bhav-Sindhu) and hence, attain salvation (Moksha).
Destruction of Sins: Remembering the sacred spots like Maansi Ganga and Radha Kund mentioned in the Aarti cleanses the mind and removes major sins.
Attraction and Peace: Listening to the description of Giriraj Ji’s beautiful form calms the mind down and grants mental relief.
Krishna’s Grace: By performing the Aarti of Giriraj Ji, who is also called ‘Girivar Girdhari’, special grace of Lord Shri Krishna is attained.
Fruit of Parikrama: A person who daily sings the Aarti receives the complete reward of performing the circumambulation (Parikrama) and worship of Giriraj Ji.

How to Recite Giriraj Aarti Lyrics for Maximum Benefits

The goal of performing the Aarti is not just singing, but internalising the divine emotion. So, follow these steps for maximum benefit:

Purification: Before the Aarti, take a bath, wear clean clothes, and keep your mind peaceful.
Setup: Next, light a ghee lamp in front of the picture or idol of Govardhan Maharaj.
Sankalpa (Intention): Join your hands and sincerely pray to Giriraj Ji to fulfil your desires.
Aarti Recitation: Sing the Aarti with rhythm and clear pronunciation. Maintain complete focus while chanting ‘Om Jai Jai Jai Giriraj.’
Conclusion: After the Aarti, offer the lit lamp to Giriraj Ji (take the Aarti) and share the blessings with others present. Lastly, conclude with a prayer for forgiveness.
Time: The most auspicious time to perform the Aarti of Govardhan Maharaj is considered to be the evening (Sandhyakaal).

Summary

Shri Giriraj Ji (Govardhan Mountain) is the direct form of Lord Shri Krishna, who lifted the mountain on his little finger to protect the residents of Braj from Indra’s wrath. Shri Giriraj Ji Ki Aarti describes his sacred form, his abode (such as Maansi Ganga, Radha Kund), and the merit of his circular movement (Parikrama). So, by daily chanting it, the devotee is freed from all troubles and crosses the challenging ocean of existence.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. When should the Giriraj Ji Ki Aarti be performed?

The Aarti of Giriraj Ji can be performed daily, but it is considered especially auspicious during Sandhyakaal (evening time) and on the days of Govardhan Puja and Annakoot.

2. What is the distance of the Giriraj Ji Parikrama?

The main circumambulation (Parikrama) of Giriraj Ji is about 7 Kos (approximately 21 kilometers). The final resting place is Chakleshwar Mahadev, which is also mentioned in the Aarti.

3. Who is Govardhan Maharaj?

Govardhan Maharaj is considered the very embodiment of Lord Shri Krishna. According to the Skanda Purana, this mountain is an integral part of Krishna’s Goloka Dham and fulfills the wishes of devotees.

4. Are 'Giriraj' and 'Govardhan' the same?

Yes, ‘Giriraj’ and ‘Govardhan’ are the same. Govardhan Mountain is respectfully addressed as Shri Giriraj Ji, which means ‘King of Mountains’.

5. What is the meaning of the 'Tere Maathe Mukut Viraj Raho' Aarti?

This Aarti worships Giriraj Ji as a king. Its meaning is, “O Govardhan Maharaj, a crown is adorning your head; offerings of betel leaves (paan) and flowers are made to you, and a stream of milk is poured upon you.”

6. What desires are fulfilled by performing Giriraj Ji Ki Aarti?

Giriraj Ji is called the Lord of the Kali Yuga and the giver of liberation. Performing His Aarti fulfills material desires (wealth, happiness, prosperity) along with the desire for Moksha (salvation), freeing the devotee from the cycle of birth and death.