Lord Ganesh Chalisa English Lyrics

Ganesh Chalisa: A Spiritual Ode to the Remover of Obstacles

Have you ever heard of the Ganesh Chalisa? If you’ve been immersed in Indian spiritual practices, chances are, you have. But what exactly is it? Why is it considered so powerful and revered?

Introduction to Ganesh Chalisa

Ganesh Chalisa is a poetic ode dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed deity revered as the remover of obstacles and the lord of beginnings. This 40-verse prayer seeks blessings, protection, and guidance from this beloved deity.

The Origins and History

What is Ganesh Chalisa?

Originating from the ancient scriptures of Hinduism, Ganesh Chalisa is a set of 40 verses, each emphasizing the different aspects, miracles, and benevolence of Lord Ganesha. When broken down, Chalisa means “forty” in Hindi, representing the number of verses.

The story behind Ganesh Chalisa

The creation of the Ganesh Chalisa is shrouded in myth and legends. Some believe it was penned by a devoted sage who received divine insight, while others consider it a collection of ancient prayers passed down through generations.

The Structure of Ganesh Chalisa

Key Verses and their Meaning

Each verse of the Chalisa sings praises of Lord Ganesha’s attributes. For example, one verse might extol his wisdom, while another might emphasize his power to dispel negativity.

The Importance of Recitation

Reciting the Chalisa isn’t just about uttering words; it’s about immersing oneself in the energy and blessings of Lord Ganesha. By chanting, one aligns their spirit with the divine energy, fostering inner peace and strength.

How to Recite the Ganesh Chalisa

Preparing for Recitation

Before you begin, having a calm and clear mind is essential. Finding a quiet space, lighting a lamp, and maybe even placing an idol or picture of Lord Ganesha can set the right mood.

The Process of Recitation

Start with a clear voice and intention. Remember, it’s not a race! Recite each verse slowly, savouring its meaning and letting its essence wash over you.

Mantras and rituals

Along with the Chalisa, there are various mantras dedicated to Lord Ganesha. Chanting these in conjunction can amplify the effects of the prayer.

Benefits of Reciting Ganesh Chalisa

Chanting the Chalisa can bring about spiritual growth, mental clarity, and physical well-being. By invoking the blessings of Lord Ganesha, one can overcome challenges, dispel fears, and attain success in endeavours.

The Cultural Significance

In India, and among Hindu communities worldwide, the Ganesh Chalisa is revered. It’s often recited during festivals, before new beginnings, and even as a daily ritual by many devotees.

Conclusion

The Ganesh Chalisa is more than just a set of verses. It’s a bridge between the mortal and the divine, a way to seek blessings, guidance, and protection from the benevolent Lord Ganesha. Whether you’re a devout believer or someone simply curious about spiritual practices, diving into the Chalisa can be a transformative experience.

Lord Ganesh Chalisa English Lyrics

॥ Ganesh Chalisa Lyrics ॥

Jaya Jaya Ganapati Gan Raaju।

Mangala Bharana Karana Shubha Kaaju॥

Jaya Gajabadana Sadana Sukhadaataa।

Vishva Vinaayaka Buddhi Vidhaata॥

Vakra Tunda Shuchi Shunda Suhaavana।

Tilaka Tripunda Bhaala Mana Bhaavana॥

Raajata Mani Muktana Ura Maala।

Svarna Mukuta Shira Nayana Vishaala॥

Pustaka Paani Kuthaara Trishoolam।

Modaka Bhoga Sugandhita Phoolam॥

Sundara Pitaambara Tana Saajita।

Charana Paaduka Muni Mana Raajita॥

Dhani Shiva Suvana Shadaanana Bhraata।

Gauri Lalana Vishva-Vidhaata॥

Riddhi Siddhi Tava Chanvara Sudhaare।

Mushaka Vaahana Sohata Dvaare॥

Kahaun Janma Shubha Kathaa Tumhaari।

Ati Shuchi Paavana Mangala Kaari॥

Eka Samaya Giriraaj Kumaari।

Putra Hetu Tapa Kinha Bhaari॥

Bhayo Yagya Jaba Poorna Anoopa।

Taba Pahunchyo Tuma Dhari Dvija Roopa॥

Atithi Jaani Kai Gauri Sukhaari।

Bahuvidhi Sevaa Kari Tumhaari॥

Ati Prasanna Hvai Tuma Vara Dinha।

Maatu Putra Hita Jo Tapa Kinha॥

Milahi Putra Tuhi Buddhi Vishaala।

Binaa Garbha Dhaarana Yahi Kaala॥

Gananaayaka, Guna Gyaana Nidhaana।

Poojita Prathama Roopa Bhagavana॥

Asa Kahi Antardhyaana Roopa Hvai।

Palana Para Baalaka Svaroopa Hvai॥

Bani Shishu Rudana Jabahi Tuma Thaana।

Lakhi Mukha Sukha Nahin Gauri Samaan॥

Sakala Magana, Sukha Mangala Gaavahin।

Nabha Te Surana Sumana Varshaavahin॥

Shambhu Uma, Bahu Dana Lutavahin।

Sura Munijana, Suta Dekhana Aavahin॥

Lakhi Ati Aananda Mangala Saaja।

Dekhana Bhi Aaye Shani Raaja॥

Nija Avaguna Guni Shani Mana Maahin।

Baalaka, Dekhan Chaahata Naahin॥

Giraja Kachhu Mana Bheda Badhaayo।

Utsava Mora Na Shani Tuhi Bhaayo॥

Kahana Lage Shani, Mana Sakuchaai।

Kaa Karihau, Shishu Mohi Dikhaai॥

Nahin Vishvaasa, Uma Ur Bhayau।

Shani So Baalaka Dekhana Kahyau॥

Padatahin, Shani Driga Kona Prakaasha।

Baalaka Shira Udi Gayo Aakaasha॥

Giraja Girin Vikala Hvai Dharani।

So Dukha Dasha Gayo Nahin Varani॥

Haahaakaara Machyo Kailaasha।

Shani Kinhyon Lakhi Suta Ka Naasha॥

Turata Garuda Chadhi Vishnu Sidhaaye।

Kaati Chakra So Gaja Shira Laaye॥

Baalaka Ke Dhada Upara Dhaarayo।

Praana, Mantra Padha Shankara Darayo॥

Naama ‘Ganesha’ Shambhu Taba Kinhe।

Prathama Poojya Buddhi Nidhi, Vara Dinhe॥

Buddhi Pariksha Jaba Shiva Kinha।

Prithvi Kar Pradakshina Linha॥

Chale Shadaanana, Bharami Bhulaii।

Rachi Baitha Tuma Buddhi Upaai॥

Charana Maatu-Pitu Ke Dhara Linhen।

Tinake Saata Pradakshina Kinhen॥

Dhani Ganesha, Kahi Shiva Hiya Harashe।

Nabha Te Surana Sumana Bahu Barase॥॥

Tumhari Mahima Buddhi Badaye।

Shesha Sahasa Mukha Sakai Na Gaai॥

Mein Mati Hina Malina Dukhaari।

Karahun Kauna Vidhi Vinaya Tumhaari॥

Bhajata ‘Raamasundara’ Prabhudaasa।

Lakha Prayaga, Kakara, Durvasa॥

Aba Prabhu Daya Dina Para Kijai।

Apani Bhakti Shakti Kuchhu Dijai॥

॥ Doha ॥
Shri Ganesh Yah Chalisa,Path Karai Dhari Dhyan।

Nit Nav Mangal Gruha Bashe,Lahi Jagat Sanman॥

Sambandh Apne Sahstra Dash,Rushi Panchami Dinesh।

Puran Chalisa Bhayo,Mangal Murti Ganesha॥

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