The Aarti of Lord Satyanarayana
A devotional aarti to Lord Satyanarayana (a form of Vishnu), recited during the Satyanarayana Puja to express devotion and seek blessings.
Verses
Om, all glory to the Lord of Lakshmi! O Master, all glory to the Lord of Lakshmi! Lord Satyanarayana, You are the remover of Your people’s sins. Om, all glory to the Lord of Lakshmi!
Verse 1
Upon a jewel-studded throne Your wondrous form shines in splendour; Narada makes the sound of the bell ring continually. Om, all glory to the Lord of Lakshmi!
Verse 2
Appearing for the sake of the Kali age, You gave Your vision to the Brahmin; taking the form of an old Brahmin, You made a golden palace arise. Om, all glory to the Lord of Lakshmi!
Verse 3
You poured Your grace upon the weak Bhil named Katharo, and You removed the misfortunes of King Chandrachuda. Om, all glory to the Lord of Lakshmi!
Verse 4
The merchant obtained his heart’s desire, but then he abandoned his faith; O Lord, he reaped that fruit, and at last he praised You again. Om, all glory to the Lord of Lakshmi!
Verse 5
Because of his loving devotion, You assumed a different form moment by moment; since he kept his faith, all his tasks were fulfilled. Om, all glory to the Lord of Lakshmi!
Verse 6
In the forest the king, along with the cowherd boys, offered devotion, and Hari, compassionate to the humble, granted the fruit they desired. Om, all glory to the Lord of Lakshmi!
Verse 7
The one-and-a-quarter prasad is offered—bananas, fruits, and dried fruits; with incense, lamplight, and tulsi leaves, the God of Truth is pleased. Om, all glory to the Lord of Lakshmi!
Verse 8
Whoever sings the aarti of Lord Satyanarayana effortlessly obtains prosperity, spiritual perfection, happiness, and wealth. Om, all glory to the Lord of Lakshmi!
Verse 9
Om, all glory to the Lord of Lakshmi! O Master, all glory to the Lord of Lakshmi! Lord Satyanarayana, You are the remover of Your people’s sins. Om, all glory to the Lord of Lakshmi!
Verse 10
Worship Guidelines & Chanting Benefits (Phalashruti)
Daily or auspicious lunar days (Ekadashi, Purnima, Pradosham)
Brahma Muhurta (4:00 AM – 6:00 AM) or Evening Dusk (Sandhya)
Ghee lamp (Deepa), Incense (Dhoopa), Fresh flowers & Water offering
- Peace of mind, spiritual upliftment, and harmonious energy in the home
Background
This hymn is part of the wider Satyanarayana Puja tradition, a popular and accessible Hindu ritual often performed on full moon days or special occasions to seek blessings for health, wealth, and happiness. The text is traditionally attributed to the medieval period and is sung as an aarti (a devotional song with lamps) at the end of the puja. It is widely recited in homes and temples across India, especially in Hindi-speaking regions, and is known for its simple, story-based verses that teach about faith and divine grace. The Satyanarayana Katha recited during this puja is traditionally drawn from the Reva Khanda of the Skanda Purana (also found in the Bhavishya Purana), where Suta Goswami narrates it to the sages at Naimisharanya; scholars note this section was a later addition to the Purana rather than part of its earliest core, but it has nonetheless become one of the most widely performed household vrats in North India.
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Who is Satyanarayana?
Satyanarayana is a form of Vishnu, the preserver god in Hinduism. The name means 'the one who is the embodiment of truth' — 'Satya' (truth) and 'Narayana' (another name for Vishnu). This bhajan is sung during the Satyanarayana Vrata, a popular ritual where devotees fast, listen to the story of the deity, and offer prasad (blessed food) to seek blessings for prosperity and well-being.
The refrain's meaning
The opening line 'Om Jai Lakshmiramana' invokes Vishnu as the beloved (ramana) of Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and fortune. This pairing is intentional — the hymn connects devotion to Vishnu with the blessings of abundance, making it a favorite for householders seeking material and spiritual welfare.
A story in nine verses
The bhajan is a condensed retelling of the Satyanarayana Katha, a longer narrative. Each verse references a key episode: the sage Narada asking Vishnu for a way to help humanity (verse 1), Vishnu appearing to a poor Brahmin and building him a golden palace (verse 2), rescuing a weak hunter and a king named Chandrachuda from calamity (verse 3), and testing a merchant who forgot his promise (verse 4).
The moral of the merchant's tale
Verse 4 highlights a central lesson of the katha — a merchant who prayed for wealth but then neglected his vow of gratitude had to face hardship before being restored. The story teaches that faith must be sustained with sincerity, not just performed once for gain.
The power of devotion over form
Verse 5 explains that the deity takes different forms 'moment by moment' (chhin chhin roop) in response to the devotee's love. This reflects a core Hindu belief — that divine grace is not bound by fixed rules but responds to the depth of a person's heartfelt devotion (bhakti).
The ritual of offering
Verse 7 describes the prasad of the Satyanarayana Vrata — a sweet offering of wheat flour, sugar, and ghee (clarified butter), along with bananas and fruits. The mention of tulsi (holy basil) leaves is significant, as tulsi is considered sacred to Vishnu and is a standard offering in his worship.
A promise of blessings
The final verse (8) declares that whoever sings this aarti will receive 'Riddhi-Siddhi' — the divine powers of prosperity and spiritual success — along with happiness and wealth 'effortlessly' (sahaj roop). This closing promise is why the bhajan is often sung at the end of the Satyanarayana ritual, as a benediction for all present.
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