Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki Lyrics in Hindi
आरती कुंजबिहारी की, श्री गिरिधर कृष्ण मुरारी की॥
आरती कुंजबिहारी की, श्री गिरिधर कृष्ण मुरारी की॥
गले में बैजंती माला, बजावे मुरली मधुर बाला।
श्रवण में कुंडल झलकाला, नंद के आनंद नंदलाला।
गगन सम अंग कांति काली, राधिका चमक रही आली।
लता में ठाढ़े बनमाली, भ्रमर सी अलक, कस्तूरी तिलक,
चंद्र सी झलक, ललित छवि श्यामा प्यारी की।
श्री गिरिधर कृष्ण मुरारी की॥
आरती कुंजबिहारी की, श्री गिरिधर कृष्ण मुरारी की॥
कनकमय मोर मुकुट बिलसे, देवता दर्शन को तरसे।
गगन सों सुमन राशि बरसे, बाजे मुरचंग, मधुर मृदंग,
ग्वालिन संग, अतुल रति गोप कुमारी की।
श्री गिरिधर कृष्ण मुरारी की॥
आरती कुंजबिहारी की, श्री गिरिधर कृष्ण मुरारी की॥
जहाँ ते प्रकट भई गंगा, सकल मन हारिणि श्री गंगा।
स्मरण ते होत मोह भंगा, बसी शिव शीश, जटा के बीच,
हरे अघ कीच, चरण छवि श्री बनवारी की।
श्री गिरिधर कृष्ण मुरारी की॥
आरती कुंजबिहारी की, श्री गिरिधर कृष्ण मुरारी की॥
चमकती उज्जवल तट रेणु, बज रही वृंदावन बेणु।
चहुं दिसि गोपी ग्वाल धेनु, हंसत मृदु मंद, चांदनी चंद,
कटत भव फंद, टेर सुन दीन भिखारी की।
श्री गिरिधर कृष्ण मुरारी की॥
आरती कुंजबिहारी की, श्री गिरिधर कृष्ण मुरारी की॥
Note: A few minor wording variations of this aarti can differ (for example, “Sakal Man Haarini” vs. “Kalush Kali Haarini” in the third stanza). However, the version included above is most widely used by devotees and temples.
Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki Lyrics in English
Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki, Shri Girdhar Krishna Murari Ki॥
Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki, Shri Girdhar Krishna Murari Ki॥
Gale Mein Baijanti Mala, Bajave Murali Madhur Bala।
Shravan Mein Kundal Jhalakala, Nand Ke Anand Nandlala।
Gagan Sam Ang Kanti Kali, Radhika Chamak Rahi Aali।
Latan Mein Thadhe Banamali, Bhramar Si Alak, Kasturi Tilak,
Chandra Si Jhalak, Lalit Chavi Shyama Pyari Ki।
Shri Girdhar Krishna Murari Ki॥
Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki, Shri Girdhar Krishna Murari Ki॥
Kanakmay Mor Mukut Bilse, Devata Darsan Ko Tarse।
Gagan So Suman Raasi Barse, Baje Murchang, Madhur Mridang,
Gwaalin Sang, Atual Rati Gop Kumari Ki।
Shri Girdhar Krishna Murari Ki॥
Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki, Shri Girdhar Krishna Murari Ki॥
Jahaan Te Pragat Bhayi Ganga, Sakal Man Haarini Shri Ganga।
Smaran Te Hot Moh Bhanga, Basi Shiv Shish, Jataa Ke Beech,
Harei Agh Keech, Charan Chhavi Shri Banvaari Ki।
Shri Girdhar Krishna Murari Ki॥
Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki, Shri Girdhar Krishna Murari Ki॥
Chamakati Ujjawal Tat Renu, Baj Rahi Vrindavan Benu।
Chahu Disi Gopi Gwaal Dhenu, Hansat Mridu Mand, Chandani Chandra,
Katat Bhav Phand, Ter Sun Deen Bhikhaaree Ki॥
Shri Girdhar Krishna Murari Ki॥
Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki, Shri Girdhar Krishna Murari Ki॥
Meaning of Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki
What Does “Kunj Bihari” Mean?
“Kunj Bihari” means beautifully simple, as Kunj refers to the lush flowering groves of Vrindavan, and “Bihari” means one who plays. Together, “Kunj Bihari” describes Lord Krishna as the one who roams in Vrindavan, a name that captures his playful, youthful, and endlessly charming divine form.
Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki Line by Line Meaning
| LINE | MEANING |
|---|---|
| गले में बैजंती माला, बजावे मुरली मधुर बाला। | He wears a garland of Baijanti flowers and plays his flute with sweet, gentle music. |
| श्रवण में कुंडल झलकाले, नंद के आनंद नंदलाला। | His earrings shimmer in his ears; he is Nandlala, the beloved, joyful son of Nand. |
| गगन सम अंग कांति काली, राधिका चमक रही आली। | His body shines dark like the monsoon sky; Radhika stands beside him, glowing radiantly. |
| लता में ठाढ़े बनमाली, भ्रमर सी अलक, कस्तूरी तिलक, | He stands gracefully amid the forest creepers, his curls dark like bees, a musk tilak on his brow. |
| चंद्र सी झलक, ललित छवि श्यामा प्यारी की। | His glow is moon-like, and his charming, dark-hued form is dear to all who behold it. |
| कनकमय मोर मुकुट बिलसे, देवता दर्शन को तरसे। | His golden peacock-feather crown shines so brightly that even the gods long for a glimpse of him. |
| गगन सों सुमन राशि बरसे, बाजे मुरचंग, मधुर मृदंग, | Flowers rain down from the sky as the murchang and sweet-sounding mridang play. |
| ग्वालिन संग, अतुल रति गोप कुमारी की। | He is surrounded by cowherd maidens whose love and devotion for him is immeasurable. |
| जहाँ ते प्रकट भई गंगा, सकल मन हारिणि श्री गंगा। | From his feet the sacred Ganga is said to emerge - the river that captivates every mind. |
| स्मरण ते होत मोह भंगा, बसी शिव शीश, जटा के बीच, | Remembering him dissolves worldly attachment; the Ganga resides amid Lord Shiva's matted locks. |
| हरे अघ कीच, चरण छवि श्री बनवारी की। | His feet wash away sin and impurity - such is the beauty of Shri Banvaari's feet. |
| चमकती उज्जवल तट रेणु, बज रही वृंदावन बेणु। | The riverbank sands of Vrindavan shimmer brightly as his flute plays. |
| चहुं दिसि गोपी ग्वाल धेनु, हंसत मृदु मंद, चांदनी चंद, | Gopis, cowherds, and cows surround him from every side; he smiles gently under the moonlit night. |
| कटत भव फंद, टेर सुन दीन भिखारी की। | He cuts through the bonds of worldly life and answers the call of the humble devotee. |
| श्री गिरिधर कृष्ण मुरारी की॥ | He is Shri Girdhar, the lifter of Govardhan hill, and Murari, the slayer of the demon Mura. |
When to Sing Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki During Janmashtami
Traditionally, this is the most widely recited Janmashtami Aarti while celebrating the Lord Krishna birth festival. It is generally chanted at Nishita Muhurat when the bathing ritual (abhishekam), new ornaments, and bhoga are offered to the Lord.
Beyond this, Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki is also sung in daily evening prayers as well as on festivals like Radhashtami and Gokulashtami.
Benefits of Chanting Krishna Ji Ki Aarti
Devotees who regularly pray and chant this aarti often experience enormous benefits, described below:
- A deeper sense of devotion, connecting with the Lord’s divine energy through daily worship.
- Enhanced concentration, especially when sung through understanding the meaning of each line of the Kunj Bihari Aarti.
- A feeling of gratitude and humility reflected in the Aarti’s imagery of surrender and devotion.
- A shared and joyful moment with loved ones, as this Aarti is easy to sing for people of all ages.
- Empowers a calmer, spiritual environment at home, making it a peaceful place to feel the inner state.
These are some of the results experienced by devotees over time by chanting Aarti Kunj Bihari ki. However, these are not guaranteed results, but seen as a path of bhakti that will lead to good outcomes when done with good intention.
Conclusion
Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki is among the most cherished aartis dedicated to Lord Krishna, capturing his divine form and playfulness during his pastimes in Vrindavan. So, whether you are singing Shri Krishna Aarti with lyrics for the first time this Janmashtami or have been chanting from your childhood with your family, just focus every time on reciting it with pure intention rather than just performing it as a ritual.
FAQs
Who composed Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki?
The composer of Aarti Kunj Bihari is not known. However, it is believed to have been passed down through traditional Braj texts and literature. Over generations, it has become one of the most recognized aartis of Lord Krishna.
Which is the main aarti of Lord Krishna?
The most popular Lord Krishna Aarti is Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki, widely sung in homes and temples across the world. While other aartis have great significance too, this one remains at the top of devotees hearts for daily and festival worship.
Which Janmashtami aarti is sung while celebrating the festival?
The primary aarti sung during Janmashtami celebrations is Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki, praising Lord Krishna's divine form and childhood pastimes. It is typically performed after the midnight birth celebrations, once the abhishkam and bhoga offerings are completed.
How long does it take to perform Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki?
The Kunj Bihari Ji ki Aarti usually takes 3 to 5 minutes when sung at a normal devotional pace. However, the duration can vary slightly depending on whether it is sung slowly with musical instruments like mridang or murchang.
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