Sacred Library (All Aartis)
AARTIDeity: Lord Ganesha
Jai Ganesh Jai Ganesh Deva (Shri Ganesh Aarti)
The foremost prayer dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed deity of wisdom, revered before any ritual starts in Sanatana Dharma.
Auspicious Timing: Morning & Evening Sandhya, before any new beginning or pooja
Sacred Benefits: Removes obstacles, brings intellect (Buddhi), prosperity (Riddhi-Siddhi), and auspicious beginnings.
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जय गणेश जय गणेश, जय गणेश देवा। माता जाकी पार्वती, पिता महादेवा॥
Jai Gaṇeśa Jai Gaṇeśa, Jai Gaṇeśa Devā | Mātā Jākī Pārvatī, Pitā Mahādevā ||
Meaning: Glory to You, O Lord Ganesha! Victory to the Divine Lord! Mother is the Supreme Goddess Parvati, and Father is Lord Shiva, the Great God.
एक दन्त दयावन्त, चार भुजाधारी। माथे पर तिलक सोहे, मूसे की सवारी॥
Eka Danta Dayāvanta, Chāra Bhujādhārī | Māthe Para Tilaka Sohe, Mūse Kī Savārī ||
Meaning: He possesses a single tusk, infinite compassion, and four divine arms. An auspicious vermillion tilak shines on His forehead, riding gracefully upon His vahana, the mouse.
पान चढ़े फूल चढ़े, और चढ़े मेवा। लड्डुअन का भोग लगे, सन्त करें सेवा॥
Pāna Chaḍhe Phūla Chaḍhe, Aura Chaḍhe Mevā | Laḍḍuana Kā Bhoga Lage, Santa Kare Sevā ||
Meaning: Devotees offer sacred betel leaves, fresh blossoms, and dried fruits. Sweet laddoos and modaks are offered as bhog while sages and saints joyfully serve Him.
अन्धन को आँख देत, कोढ़िन को काया। बांझन को पुत्र देत, निर्धन को माया॥
Andhana Ko Āṅkha Deta, Koḍhina Ko Kāyā | Bāñjhana Ko Putra Deta, Nirdhana Ko Māyā ||
Meaning: He bestows divine vision upon the sightless, radiant healthy bodies to the afflicted, righteous progeny to the childless, and honorable abundance to the impoverished.
हार चढ़े फूल चढ़े, और चढ़े मेवा। सुर नर मुनि जन मिल, सब करें सेवा॥
Hāra Chaḍhe Phūla Chaḍhe, Aura Chaḍhe Mevā | Sura Nara Muni Jana Mila, Saba Kare Sevā ||
Meaning: Garlands of fresh blooms and rich dry fruits are lovingly draped. Celestials, mortals, and illumined ascetics gather in unison to offer their sacred service.
दीनन की लाज राखो, शम्भु सुत वारी। कामना को पूर्ण करो, जग बलिहारी॥
Dīnana Kī Lāja Rākho, Śambhu Suta Vārī | Kāmanā Ko Pūrṇa Karo, Jaga Balihārī ||
Meaning: Preserve the dignity of the humble and helpless, O beloved son of Lord Shiva! Fulfill our righteous aspirations; the entire universe bows in awe at Your lotus feet.
सूरश्याम शरण आए, सफल कीजे सेवा। जय गणेश जय गणेश, जय गणेश देवा॥
Sūraśyāma Śaraṇa Āe, Saphala Kīje Sevā | Jai Gaṇeśa Jai Gaṇeśa, Jai Gaṇeśa Devā ||
Meaning: Surashyama takes refuge at Your holy feet; crown our devotion with spiritual success! Victory, supreme victory to Lord Ganesha, the Lord of all beings!
Spiritual Significance & Fruits
Lord Ganesha received the boon from Lord Shiva that he will be worshiped first in every universe. Singing this aarti with deep devotion ensures all hurdles on one's material and spiritual journey dissolve.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why is Ganesh Aarti sung before any other deity's aarti?
According to Vedic scriptures, Lord Ganesha was granted the divine boon of 'Pratham Pujya' (first to be worshipped) by the Holy Trinity, ensuring all obstacles are pacified before invoking other cosmic energies.
Q: What items should be on the aarti plate for Lord Ganesha?
A bronze or silver plate with a diya lit with pure cow ghee, red hibiscus flower (Gudhal), 21 durva grass blades, modak/laddoo, and red chandan.