श्री गणेश जी की आरती (Shri Ganesh Ji Ki Aarti)

About श्री गणेश जी की आरती (Shri Ganesh Ji Ki Aarti)

“जय गणेश जय गणेश जय गणेश देवा” is the most universally recognised aarti in Hindu devotional tradition. It is sung at the beginning of every puja and every auspicious occasion — because in Sanatan Dharma, Lord Ganesha is always worshipped first (Pratham Pujya) before any other deity or endeavour. The aarti beautifully encapsulates Ganesha’s divine form, his compassionate nature, and the miraculous blessings he bestows upon his devotees.

Composer & Origin
This beloved aarti is traditionally attributed to poet-saint Surdas — as indicated by the verse “सूर श्याम शरण आए, सफल कीजे सेवा” which carries the poet’s signature (bhanjika). It is composed in simple, musical Hindi in the Braj Bhasha tradition, making it easy to memorise and sing for devotees of all ages across India and the world.

Famous Singers
This aarti has been rendered by virtually every major devotional singer in India. The most celebrated versions include those by Lata Mangeshkar, Anuradha Paudwal, Suresh Wadkar, Hariharan, Shankar Mahadevan and Udit Narayan. It is also the signature aarti of Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations across Maharashtra, Gujarat and across India.

Deity — Lord Ganesha
Lord Ganesha — also known as Ganapati, Vinayaka, Vighnaharta and Lambodara — is the elephant-headed son of Lord Shiva (Mahadeva) and Goddess Parvati. He is the lord of beginnings, the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts, sciences and wisdom, and the deity of intellect and new ventures. बप्पा की पूजा से मनुष्य को यश, वैभव और ज्ञान की प्राप्ति होती है — worship of Bappa brings fame, prosperity and knowledge.

Divine Form of Ganesha — As Described in the Aarti

The aarti beautifully describes Lord Ganesha’s sacred form:
– **एकदन्त (Ek Dant)** — The single-tusked one, symbolising one-pointedness and focus
– **दयावन्त (Dayavant)** — Full of compassion for all beings
– **चार भुजाधारी (Char Bhuja Dhari)** — Bearer of four arms, each holding divine symbols
– **माथे सिन्दूर सोहे (Mathe Sindoor Sohe)** — Sacred vermilion adorns his forehead
– **मूसे की सवारी (Muse Ki Savari)** — His vehicle (vahana) is the mouse — symbolising the conquest of ego

Verse by Verse Significance

Verse 1 — “जय गणेश जय गणेश जय गणेश देवा। माता जाकी पार्वती पिता महादेवा”
Victory to Lord Ganesha — whose mother is Goddess Parvati and whose father is Lord Mahadeva (Shiva). This opening verse establishes Ganesha’s divine lineage — born of the highest Shakti (Parvati) and the supreme Shiva.

Verse 2 — “एक दंत दयावंत चार भुजाधारी। माथे सिंदूर सोहे मूसे की सवारी”
You have a single tusk and are filled with compassion, bearing four hands. Sindoor adorns your forehead and you ride upon the mouse. Each element has deep symbolic meaning — the single tusk represents sacrifice (Ganesha broke his own tusk to write the Mahabharata for Sage Vyasa), and the mouse represents mastery over the smallest and most persistent of desires.

Verse 3 — “पान चढ़े फूल चढ़े और चढ़े मेवा। लड्डुअन का भोग लगे संत करें सेवा”
Betel leaves, flowers and dry fruits are offered to Ganesha, along with his beloved modak/laddoo. Saints and devotees perform his service with love. This verse tells us exactly what offerings please Ganesha — simple, sweet and pure.

Verse 4 — “अंधन को आँख देत कोढ़िन को काया। बांझन को पुत्र देत निर्धन को माया”
He gives sight to the blind, health to the diseased, a son to the childless, and wealth to the poor. This verse establishes Ganesha as the fulfiller of all sincere prayers — there is no wish too great or too small for his divine grace.

Verse 5 — “सूर श्याम शरण आए सफल कीजे सेवा”
The poet-saint Surdas humbly offers his service and prays that Ganesha make his devotion fruitful. This closing verse carries the poet’s personal surrender to the Lord.

Benefits of Singing Shri Ganesh Ji Ki Aarti
– इस आरती के पाठ से जीवन में विघ्नों का नाश होता है, सफलता और सौभाग्य की प्राप्ति होती है — removes all obstacles in life and brings success and good fortune
– मान्यता है श्री गणेश जी की आरती से वे शीघ्र प्रसन्न होते हैं और भक्तों को मनोकामना पूर्ति का आशीर्वाद देते हैं — Ganesha is quickly pleased and blesses devotees with fulfilment of desires
– Gives sight, health, children and wealth to those who pray sincerely
– Removes Vastu dosha and negative energies from the home
– Ensures success in new ventures, examinations and business
– Brings wisdom, intellect and clarity of mind
– Protects from enemies and evil forces
– Brings harmony and prosperity to the family

When to Sing
– Daily during morning and evening puja — always first before any other deity
– On Chaturthi (4th day of each lunar fortnight) — Ganesha’s special day
– On Ganesh Chaturthi — the grand celebration of Ganesha’s birth
– Before starting any new work, business, journey or venture
– Before examinations, interviews or important events
– During havan, griha pravesh, marriage and all auspicious ceremonies
– On Sankashti Chaturthi — for removal of all obstacles

Correct Puja Vidhi
1. Place an idol or image of Lord Ganesha facing east or north
2. Offer durva grass (दूर्वा) — Ganesha’s most beloved offering
3. Offer modak or besan ke laddoo — his favourite sweet
4. Offer red flowers — hibiscus or marigold
5. Apply sindoor (vermilion) to his forehead
6. Light a ghee diya and incense
7. Offer 21 durva blades, 21 modaks if possible
8. Ring the bell throughout the aarti
9. Chant “Om Gan Ganapataye Namah” 108 times before the aarti
10. Conclude with Ganesha Vandana and distribute prasad