Introduction
Lord Shiva, one of the principal deities of Hinduism, is known as the destroyer of evil and the transformer. He is worshipped with great devotion, especially on Mondays and during the month of Shravan. His aarti is a devotional song sung in his praise, invoking his blessings for peace, prosperity, and spiritual enlightenment.
शिवजी की आरती के बोल (Shiva Aarti Lyrics)
जय शिव ओंकारा,
ॐ जय शिव ओंकारा।
ब्रह्मा, विष्णु, सदाशिव,
अर्द्धांगी धारा॥
ॐ जय शिव ओंकारा।
Jai Shiv Omkara,
Om Jai Shiv Omkara.
Brahma, Vishnu, Sada Shiva,
Ardhangi Dhara.
Om Jai Shiv Omkara.
एकानन चतुरानन,
पंचानन राजे।
हंसासन गरूड़ासन,
वृषवाहन साजे॥
ॐ जय शिव ओंकारा।
Ekanan Chaturanan,
Panchanan Raje.
Hansasan Garudasana,
Vrishvahan Saje.
Om Jai Shiv Omkara.
दो भुज चार चतुर्भुज,
दसभुज अति सोहे।
त्रिगुण रूप निरखते,
त्रिभुवन जन मोहे॥
ॐ जय शिव ओंकारा।
Do Bhuj Char Chaturbhuj,
Dashbhuj Ati Sohe.
Trigun Roop Nirkhate,
Tribhuvan Jan Mohe.
Om Jai Shiv Omkara.
अक्षमाला वनमाला,
मुण्डमाला धारी।
त्रिपुरारी कंसारी,
कर माला धारी॥
ॐ जय शिव ओंकारा।
Akshmala Vanmala,
Mundmala Dhari.
Tripurari Kansari,
Kar Mala Dhari.
Om Jai Shiv Omkara.
सुखकारी दुखहारी,
जगपालन कारी।
कर के मध्य कमंडलु,
चक्र त्रिशूलधारी॥
ॐ जय शिव ओंकारा।
Sukhkari Dukhahari,
Jagpalan Kari.
Kar Ke Madhya Kamandal,
Chakra Trishuldhari.
Om Jai Shiv Omkara.
सनकादिक गरुणादिक,
भूतादिक संगे।
श्वेतांबर पीतांबर,
बाघंबर अंगे॥
ॐ जय शिव ओंकारा।
Sanakadik Garunadik,
Bhutadik Sange.
Shvetambar Pitambar,
Baghambar Ange.
Om Jai Shiv Omkara.
ब्रह्मा विष्णु सदाशिव,
जानत अविवेका।
प्रणवाक्षर में शोभित,
ये तीनों एका॥
ॐ जय शिव ओंकारा।
Brahma Vishnu Sada Shiva,
Janat Aviveka.
Pranavakshar Mein Shobhit,
Ye Teenon Eka.
Om Jai Shiv Omkara.
लक्ष्मी व सावित्री,
पार्वती संगा।
पार्वती अर्द्धांगी,
शिवलहरी गंगा॥
ॐ जय शिव ओंकारा।
Lakshmi V Savitri,
Parvati Sanga.
Parvati Ardhangi,
Shivlahari Ganga.
Om Jai Shiv Omkara.
त्रिगुणस्वामी जी की आरती,
जो कोइ नर गावे।
कहत शिवानंद स्वामी,
सुख संपति पावे॥
ॐ जय शिव ओंकारा।
Trigunaswami Ji Ki Aarti,
Jo Koi Nar Gaave.
Kahat Shivanand Swami,
Sukh Sampati Paave.
Om Jai Shiv Omkara.
अर्थ (Meaning)
- जय शिव ओंकारा (Jai Shiv Omkara): Hail to Lord Shiva, the Omkara (source of the sacred Om sound).
- ब्रह्मा, विष्णु, सदाशिव, अर्द्धांगी धारा (Brahma, Vishnu, Sada Shiva, Ardhangi Dhara): Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva are worshipped along with their consorts.
- एकानन चतुरानन पंचानन राजे (Ekanan Chaturanan, Panchanan Raje): Shiva is depicted with one face, four faces, and five faces.
- हंसासन गरूड़ासन वृषवाहन साजे (Hansasan Garudasana, Vrishvahan Saje): He is seated on a swan, an eagle, and a bull.
- दो भुज चार चतुर्भुज दसभुज अति सोहे (Do Bhuj Char Chaturbhuj, Dashbhuj Ati Sohe): He is seen with two arms, four arms, and ten arms.
- त्रिगुण रूप निरखते त्रिभुवन जन मोहे (Trigun Roop Nirkhate, Tribhuvan Jan Mohe): His form comprises the three gunas (qualities), mesmerizing the three worlds.
- अक्षमाला वनमाला मुण्डमाला धारी (Akshmala Vanmala, Mundmala Dhari): He wears a rosary of beads, a garland of flowers, and a garland of skulls.
- त्रिपुरारी कंसारी कर माला धारी (Tripurari Kansari, Kar Mala Dhari): He is the destroyer of the demon Tripura and the enemy of the demon Kansa.
- सुखकारी दुखहारी जगपालन कारी (Sukhkari Dukhahari, Jagpalan Kari): He brings happiness, removes sorrow, and protects the world.
- कर के मध्य कमंडलु चक्र त्रिशूलधारी (Kar Ke Madhya Kamandal, Chakra Trishuldhari): He holds a water pot, a discus, and a trident in his hands.
- सनकादिक गरुणादिक भूतादिक संगे (Sanakadik Garunadik, Bhutadik Sange): He is accompanied by sages like Sanaka and beings like Garuda and ghosts.
- श्वेतांबर पीतांबर बाघंबर अंगे (Shvetambar Pitambar, Baghambar Ange): He is adorned with white and yellow garments, and wears a tiger skin.
- ब्रह्मा विष्णु सदाशिव जानत अविवेका (Brahma Vishnu Sada Shiva, Janat Aviveka): Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva, known in the sacred syllable Om.
- प्रणवाक्षर में शोभित ये तीनों एका (Pranavakshar Mein Shobhit, Ye Teenon Eka): These three deities are unified in the sacred syllable Om.
- लक्ष्मी व सावित्री पार्वती संगा (Lakshmi V Savitri, Parvati Sanga): Lakshmi, Savitri, and Parvati are his consorts.
- पार्वती अर्द्धांगी, शिवलहरी गंगा (Parvati Ardhangi, Shivlahari Ganga): Parvati is his consort, and the river Ganga flows from his locks.
- त्रिगुणस्वामी जी की आरती जो कोइ नर गावे (Trigunaswami Ji Ki Aarti, Jo Koi Nar Gaave): Whoever sings this aarti of the Lord of the three qualities.
- कहत शिवानंद स्वामी सुख संपति पावे (Kahat Shivanand Swami, Sukh Sampati Paave): Says Swami Shivanand, they will attain happiness and prosperity.
Procedure
Preparation:
- Clean the area where the aarti will be performed.
- Place the idol or image of Lord Shiva on a clean altar.
- Gather all necessary items: diya (lamp), incense sticks, flowers, sweets (prasad), and fruits.
Starting the Aarti:
- Light the diya and incense sticks.
- Offer flowers, sweets, and fruits to Lord Shiva.
- Play or sing the Shiva aarti.
Performing the Aarti:
- While singing the aarti, wave the diya in a circular motion in front of the idol.
- Ensure the diya is moved in a clockwise direction.
Concluding the Aarti:
- Bow down and seek blessings from Lord Shiva.
- Distribute the offered sweets and fruits as prasad (blessed food).
Significance
Performing the Shiva aarti daily is believed to remove negative energies and bring peace, prosperity, and spiritual growth into one's life. It is especially significant during the festival of Maha Shivaratri, which celebrates the divine marriage of Shiva and Parvati. Regularly performing this aarti can bring tranquility and divine blessings, making it an integral part of Hindu worship.
Conclusion
Regularly performing the Shiva aarti can bring peace, prosperity, and spiritual growth into life. Share your experiences or ask any questions in the comments below. For more aarti posts and spiritual resources, explore our related posts.