The Bhagwan Natavara Aarti, also known as “Nand Suvan Jasumati Ke Lala,” is a beloved devotional hymn dedicated to Lord Krishna in his form as the divine dancer, Natavara. This aarti holds a special place in Hindu worship, particularly among devotees of Krishna.
Nand Suvan Jasumati Ke Lala Aarti Lyrics
नन्द-सुवन जसुमतिके लाला,गोधन गोपी प्रिय गोपाला।
देवप्रिय असुरनके काला,मोहन विश्वविमोहन वर की॥
आरती कीजै श्रीनटवर जी की।
गोवर्धन-धर बन्शीधर की॥
जय वसुदेव-देवकी-नन्दन,कालयवन-कन्सादि-निकन्दन।
जगदाधार अजय जगवन्दन,नित्य नवीन परम सुन्दर की॥
आरती कीजै श्रीनटवर जी की।
गोवर्धन-धर बन्शीधर की॥
अकल कलाधर सकल विश्वधर,विश्वम्भर कामद करुणाकर।
अजर, अमर, मायिक, मायाहर,निर्गुन चिन्मय गुणमन्दिर की॥
आरती कीजै श्रीनटवर जी की।
गोवर्धन-धर बन्शीधर की॥
पाण्डव-पूत परीक्षित रक्षक,अतुलित अहि अघ मूषक-भक्षक।
जगमय जगत निरीह निरीक्षक,ब्रह्म परात्पर परमेश्वर की॥
आरती कीजै श्रीनटवर जी की।
गोवर्धन-धर बन्शीधर की॥
नित्य सत्य गोलोकविहारी,अजाव्यक्त लीलावपुधारी।
लीलामय लीलाविस्तारी,मधुर मनोहर राधावर की॥
आरती कीजै श्रीनटवर जी की।
गोवर्धन-धर बन्शीधर की॥
आरती कीजै श्रीनटवर जी की,गोवर्धन-धर बन्शीधर की॥
आरती कीजै श्रीनटवर जी की,गोवर्धन-धर बन्शीधर की॥
आरती कीजै श्रीनटवर जी की।
गोवर्धन-धर बन्शीधर की॥
Nanda-Suvana Jasumatike Lala,Godhana Gopi Priya Gopala।
Devapriya Asuranake Kala,Mohana Vishwavimohana Vara Ki॥
Aarti Kijai Shri Natavara Ji Ki।
Govardhana-Dhara Banshidhara Ki॥
Jai Vasudeva-Devaki-Nandana,Kalayavana-Kansadi-Nikandana।
Jagadadhara Ajaya Jagavandana,Nitya Navina Parama Sundara Ki॥
Aarti Kijai Shri Natavara Ji Ki।
Govardhana-Dhara Banshidhara Ki॥
Akala Kaladhara Sakala Vishwadhara,Vishwambhara Kamada Karunakara।
Ajara, Amara, Mayika, Mayahara,Nirguna Chinmaya Gunamandira Ki॥
Aarti Kijai Shri Natavara Ji Ki।
Govardhana-Dhara Banshidhara Ki॥
Pandava-Puta Parikshita Rakshaka,Atulita Ahi Agha Mushaka-Bhakshaka।
Jagamaya Jagata Niriha Nirikshaka,Brahma Paratpara Parameshwara Ki॥
Aarti Kijai Shri Natavara Ji Ki।
Govardhana-Dhara Banshidhara Ki॥
Nitya Satya Golokavihari,Ajavyakta Lilavapudhari।
Lilamaya Lilavistari,Madhura Manohara Radhavara Ki॥
Aarti Kijai Shri Natavara Ji Ki।
Govardhana-Dhara Banshidhara Ki॥
Aarti Kijai Shri Natavara Ji Ki,Govardhana-Dhara Banshidhara Ki॥
Aarti Kijai Shri Natavara Ji Ki,Govardhana-Dhara Banshidhara Ki॥
Aarti Kijai Shri Natavara Ji Ki।
Govardhana-Dhara Banshidhara Ki॥
Significance and Meaning
This aarti beautifully captures the essence of Lord Krishna’s divine qualities. It describes him as the son of Nanda and Yashoda, emphasizing his earthly incarnation and the love he received from his foster parents. The aarti also highlights Krishna’s role as a protector of cows and his special relationship with the gopis, the cowherd women of Vrindavan.
The verse “Devpriya asuran ke kala” refers to Krishna’s divine mission of protecting the righteous and destroying evil, making him dear to the gods and a formidable opponent to demons
Performing the Aarti
To perform this aarti:
- Light a lamp or prepare an aarti thali with lit wicks.
- Stand before an image or idol of Lord Krishna.
- Recite or sing the aarti while gently moving the lamp in a clockwise circular motion.
- After completion, offer the light to devotees present
Cultural Impact
The Bhagwan Natavara Aarti is sung in temples and homes across India, particularly during Krishna Janmashtami and other festivals dedicated to Lord Krishna. Its melodious tune and devotional lyrics make it a favorite among Krishna devotees of all ages.
This aarti not only serves as a form of worship but also as a means of connecting with the divine through music and devotion. It encapsulates the bhakti (devotional) tradition of Hinduism, where love and surrender to the divine are paramount