By Ardhu 
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The “Shri Balaji ” Aarti is a devotional hymn dedicated to Lord Hanuman, who is known as the remover of obstacles and a fearless warrior. Hanuman, also known as “Sankat Mochan” (the remover of all troubles), is celebrated for his immense strength, devotion, and heroic deeds. This Aarti glorifies Hanuman’s role in various episodes of the Ramayana and his divine service to Lord Rama. It is sung by devotees to seek protection, courage, and the fulfillment of their wishes, especially on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
Shri Balaji Aarti
Om Jai Hanumat Veeraswami, Jai Hanumat Veera।
Sankat Mochan Swami, Tum Ho Randheera॥
Om Jai Hanumat Veera...॥
Pavan-putra-Anjani-sut, Mahima ati bhaari।
Dukh daridr mitaao, sankat sab haari॥
Om Jai Hanumat Veera...॥
Baal samay mein tumne, Ravi ko bhaksh liyo।
Devan stuti keenhi, tab hi chhod diyo॥
Om Jai Hanumat Veera...॥
Kapi Sugreev Ram sang, maitri karvaayi।
Baali bali maaraay, Kapeesahin gaddi dilvaayi॥
Om Jai Hanumat Veera...॥
Jaari Lank ko le Siya ki, sudhi vanar harshaye।
Kaaj kathin sudhaare, Raghubar man bhaaye॥
Om Jai Hanumat Veera...॥
Shakti lagi Lakshman ke, bhaari soch bhayo।
Laay Sanjeevan booti, dukh sab door kiyo॥
Om Jai Hanumat Veera...॥
Le Paataal Ahiraavan, jabahi paith gayo।
Taahi maari Prabhu laaye, Jai Jai Kaar bhayo॥
Om Jai Hanumat Veera...॥
Ghaate Mehandipur mein, shobhit darshan ati bhaari।
Mangal aur Shanischara, mela hai jaari॥
Om Jai Hanumat Veera...॥
Shri Balaji ki Aarti, jo koi nar gaave।
Kahat Indra harshit man, vaanchhit phal paave॥
Om Jai Hanumat Veera...॥
Meaning and Interpretation
First Verse:
“Om Jai Hanumat Veeraswami, Jai Hanumat Veera। Sankat Mochan Swami, Tum Ho Randheera॥”
Translation: “Victory to Lord Hanuman, the fearless warrior. You are the remover of all troubles and a great warrior.”
This verse praises Hanuman as the one who defeats all adversities and protects his devotees with his unmatched strength.
Second Verse:
“Pavan-putra-Anjani-sut, Mahima ati bhaari। Dukh daridr mitaao, sankat sab haari॥”
Translation: “The son of the wind god and Anjani, your glory is immense. You remove sorrow, poverty, and destroy all difficulties.”
Here, Hanuman is addressed as Pavanputra (son of the wind) and Anjani’s son, emphasizing his divine lineage and power to remove all suffering.
Third Verse:
“Baal samay mein tumne, Ravi ko bhaksh liyo। Devan stuti keenhi, tab hi chhod diyo॥”
Translation: “In your childhood, you swallowed the sun. The gods prayed to you, and then you released it.”
This refers to the incident in Hanuman’s childhood when he mistook the sun for a fruit and tried to eat it, releasing it only after the gods’ prayers.
Fourth Verse:
“Kapi Sugreev Ram sang, maitri karvaayi। Baali bali maaraay, Kapeesahin gaddi dilvaayi॥”
Translation: “You facilitated the friendship between Sugreev and Rama, killed the powerful Bali, and helped Sugreev become king.”
This recounts Hanuman’s role in helping Lord Rama befriend Sugreev, defeat Bali, and restore Sugreev’s rightful throne.
Fifth Verse:
“Jaari Lank ko le Siya ki, sudhi vanar harshaye। Kaaj kathin sudhaare, Raghubar man bhaaye॥”
Translation: “You burned Lanka and brought news of Sita, making the vanaras (monkeys) rejoice. You accomplished difficult tasks and pleased Lord Rama.”
This verse highlights Hanuman’s courageous act of burning Lanka and delivering news of Sita’s well-being to Lord Rama.
Sixth Verse:
“Shakti lagi Lakshman ke, bhaari soch bhayo। Laay Sanjeevan booti, dukh sab door kiyo॥”
Translation: “When Lakshman was struck by an arrow, great worry arose. You brought the Sanjeevani herb and removed all sorrow.”
This refers to Hanuman’s heroic act of fetching the Sanjeevani herb to save Lakshman’s life after he was wounded in battle.
Seventh Verse:
“Le Paataal Ahiraavan, jabahi paith gayo। Taahi maari Prabhu laaye, Jai Jai Kaar bhayo॥”
Translation: “When Ahiravan took Lord Rama and Lakshman to the underworld, you went there, killed him, and brought them back, leading to celebrations.”
This verse describes Hanuman’s adventure in the underworld, where he killed the demon Ahiravan and rescued Lord Rama and Lakshman.
Eighth Verse:
“Ghaate Mehandipur mein, shobhit darshan ati bhaari। Mangal aur Shanischara, mela hai jaari॥”
Translation: “In Mehandipur, your grand presence is seen, where fairs are held on Tuesdays and Saturdays.”
This refers to the Mehandipur Balaji temple, where devotees gather, especially on Tuesdays and Saturdays, to seek Hanuman’s blessings.
Ninth Verse:
“Shri Balaji ki Aarti, jo koi nar gaave। Kahat Indra harshit man, vaanchhit phal paave॥”
Translation: “Whoever sings the Aarti of Shri Balaji, says Indra, with a joyful heart, attains their desired fruits.”
This verse promises that singing this Aarti with devotion will grant all wishes, as even the gods bless those who worship Hanuman.
Cultural and Religious Significance
The “Shri Balaji ” Aarti is a powerful devotional hymn that celebrates Lord Hanuman’s mighty deeds and unparalleled devotion to Lord Rama. It is sung during Hanuman Puja, especially on Tuesdays and Saturdays, days considered auspicious for Hanuman worship. The Aarti is particularly important at the Mehandipur Balaji Temple, where thousands of devotees visit to seek relief from hardships, mental afflictions, and evil spirits.
This Aarti highlights various significant episodes from Hanuman’s life, including his childhood, his role in the Ramayana, and his unparalleled strength. Singing the Aarti is believed to invoke Hanuman’s blessings, offering protection, courage, and the fulfillment of desires.
Conclusion
The Aarti of Shri Bala Ji is a beautiful tribute to the divine strength and devotion of Lord Hanuman. It recounts his heroic deeds, from childhood to his service to Lord Rama, and assures devotees of his protection and grace. Reciting this Aarti with faith helps remove obstacles, brings peace and prosperity, and grants the fulfillment of all wishes. By understanding the meaning behind this Aarti, devotees can deepen their connection with Hanuman and embrace the qualities of strength, devotion, and service that he embodies.