The Aarti Karat Yashoda Prabhodita, also known as the Yashoda Lala Aarti, is a beloved devotional song in Hindu tradition that celebrates the divine relationship between Mother Yashoda and Lord Krishna. This aarti holds a special place in Krishna bhakti, offering devotees a way to connect with the tender love between the foster mother and her divine child.
Aarti Karat Yashoda Prabhodita Aarti Lyrics in Hindi & English
आरति करत यसोदा प्रमुदित,फूली अङ्ग न मात।
बल-बल कहि दुलरावतआनन्द मगन भई पुलकात॥
सुबरन-थार रत्न-दीपावलिचित्रित घृत-भीनी बात।
कल सिन्दूर दूब दधिअच्छत तिलक करत बहु भाँत॥
अन्न चतुर्विध बिबिधभोग दुन्दुभि बाजत बहु जात।
नाचत गोप कुम्कुमाछिरकत देत अखिल नगदात॥
बरसत कुसुम निकर-सुर-नर-मुनि व्रजजुवती मुसकात।
कृष्णदास-प्रभु गिरधर कोमुख निरख लजत ससि-काँत॥
Arati Karata Yasoda Prabhudita,Phuli Anga Na Mata।
Bala Bala Kahi DularavataAnanda Magana Bhai Pulakata॥
Subarana Thara Ratna DipavaliChitrita Ghrita Bhini bata।
Kala Sindura Duba DadhiAchchhata Tilaka Karata Bahu Bhamta॥
Anna Chaturvidha BibidhaBhoga Dundubhi Bajata Bahu Jata।
Nachata Gopa KumkumaChhirakata Deta Akhila Nagadata॥
Barasata Kusuma Nikara Sura-Nara-Muni Vrajajuvati Musakata।
Krishnadasa Prabhu Giridhara KoMukha Nirakha Lajata Sasi Kanta॥
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Significance and Meaning
The Yashoda Lala Aarti beautifully captures the essence of maternal love and devotion in Hindu tradition. It portrays Yashoda as both a mother and a devotee, highlighting the intimate relationship between the divine and his devotees. This aarti is particularly significant in the Vaishnava tradition, where the love between Krishna and his devotees is seen as the highest form of spiritual connection.
The aarti vividly describes the scene of Yashoda performing the ritual, emphasizing the sensory details that make the divine child Krishna come alive in the devotee’s imagination. The mention of jewelry, clothing, and various offerings creates a rich, multi-sensory experience for those reciting or listening to the aarti.
Performing the Shri Yashoda LalaAarti
To perform the Yashoda Lala Aarti:
- Begin by cleansing yourself and wearing clean attire.
- Set up an altar with an image or idol of baby Krishna.
- Gather the necessary items: an aarti plate, bell, flowers, incense sticks, camphor, and a small lamp.
- Light the lamp and incense.
- Start singing the aarti while gently moving the aarti plate in circular motions before the deity.
- Ring the bell with your left hand while performing the aarti with your right.
- After completing the aarti, offer flowers and distribute prasad (blessed food) to those present.
The best time to perform this aarti is during the early morning or evening hours, aligning with traditional times for Krishna worship.
The Aarti Karat Yashoda Prabhodita is more than just a devotional song; it’s a gateway to experiencing the divine love between Mother Yashoda and Lord Krishna. By incorporating this aarti into their daily worship, devotees can deepen their connection to Krishna and cultivate the pure, selfless love exemplified by Yashoda
Whether sung in temples, or homes, or simply recited in one’s heart, this aarti continues to inspire and uplift devotees, keeping the timeless tradition of Krishna bhakti alive and vibrant.