Aarti, Sacred Devotional Songs

Jai Ganesh Aarti

जय गणेश जय गणेश आरती · Lord Ganesha

Jai Ganesh Aarti is the most widely sung devotional prayer to Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles. Sung at the beginning of every puja and ceremony, it invokes Ganesha's blessings for success, wisdom, and auspicious beginnings.

Jai Ambe Gauri Aarti

जय अम्बे गौरी आरती · Goddess Durga / Ambika

Jai Ambe Gauri is the most beloved Aarti of Goddess Durga, sung across India especially during Navratri. It praises the Divine Mother in all her forms, Gauri, Ambika, Jagdamba, and seeks her grace, protection, and blessings.

Om Jai Shiv Omkara Aarti

ॐ जय शिव ओंकारा आरती · Lord Shiva

Om Jai Shiv Omkara is the most sacred Aarti of Lord Shiva, the Mahadeva. Sung especially on Mondays, Mahashivratri, and Sawan, it praises Shiva as the supreme cosmic consciousness, Brahma, Vishnu, and Mahesh in one.

Om Jai Jagdish Hare Aarti

ॐ जय जगदीश हरे आरती · Lord Vishnu / Narayana

Om Jai Jagdish Hare is the most widely recited Vishnu Aarti, sung in virtually every Hindu household during daily prayers. It praises the Lord of the Universe and seeks blessings for the removal of suffering, fulfilment of desires, and liberation.

Lakshmi Aarti, Jai Lakshmi Mata

लक्ष्मी आरती, जय लक्ष्मी माता · Goddess Lakshmi

Jai Lakshmi Mata Aarti praises Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth, fortune, and beauty. Sung on Fridays, Diwali, and during Lakshmi Puja, it attracts prosperity, removes financial difficulties, and brings domestic happiness.

Hanuman Aarti, Jai Hanuman Gyan Gun Sagar

हनुमान आरती, आरती कीजै हनुमान लला की · Lord Hanuman

Hanuman Aarti praises Lord Hanuman as the embodiment of devotion, strength, and protection. Sung on Tuesdays and Saturdays, after reciting Hanuman Chalisa, it invokes Hanuman's blessings for courage, health, and removal of all obstacles.

Sukhkarta Dukhharta Aarti

सुखकर्ता दुखहर्ता आरती · Lord Ganesha

Sukhkarta Dukhharta is the most famous Marathi Aarti of Lord Ganesha, composed by Saint Samarth Ramdas in the 17th century. It praises Ganesha as the remover of all sorrows and creator of all joys.

Jai Shri Ram Aarti

जय श्री राम आरती · Lord Rama

Jai Shri Ram Aarti is a devotional hymn to Lord Rama, the ideal king and seventh avatar of Vishnu. Sung during Ram Navami, Dussehra, and daily worship, it invokes divine blessings for righteousness and family harmony.

Durga Aarti

दुर्गा आरती · Goddess Durga

Durga Aarti is a powerful hymn to Goddess Durga, the invincible mother who slew the buffalo demon Mahishasura. Sung during Navratri and Durga Puja ceremonies, it invokes her fierce protective power.

Saraswati Aarti

सरस्वती आरती · Goddess Saraswati

Saraswati Aarti is a devotional hymn to Goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge, arts, music, and wisdom. Sung on Vasant Panchami and before exams, it invokes divine intelligence.

Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki

आरती कुंज बिहारी की · Lord Krishna

Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki is the most famous devotional aarti of Lord Krishna, describing his divine beauty in the groves of Vrindavan. Sung universally in ISKCON temples and homes, it brings joy and divine love.

Vishnu Aarti

विष्णु आरती · Lord Vishnu

Vishnu Aarti is a devotional hymn to Lord Vishnu, the preserver of the universe. Sung during Vishnu Puja, Ekadashi, and Satyanarayan Katha, it grants cosmic protection and removes all planetary doshas.

Surya Aarti

सूर्य आरती · Lord Surya

Surya Aarti is a devotional hymn to Lord Surya, the Sun God. Sung at sunrise facing east, it bestows vitality, sharp eyesight, and success. Essential during Chhath Puja.

Shani Aarti

शनि आरती · Lord Shani

Shani Aarti is a devotional hymn to Lord Shani (Saturn), the karmic judge who dispenses justice. Sung on Saturdays, it pacifies Saturn malefic influence and reduces the harshness of Sade Sati.

Kali Aarti

काली आरती · Goddess Kali

Kali Aarti is a fierce and powerful hymn to Goddess Kali, the destroyer of evil and transformer of darkness. Sung on Amavasya and Saturday nights, it provides protection from black magic and negative entities.

Santoshi Mata Aarti

संतोषी माता आरती · Santoshi Mata

Santoshi Mata Aarti is sung during the Friday fast in honour of Santoshi Mata, the goddess of contentment and wish-fulfilment. Made famous by the 1975 Bollywood film Jai Santoshi Maa.

Ganga Aarti

गंगा आरती · Mother Ganga

Ganga Aarti is the grand evening ceremony performed at Varanasi, Haridwar, and Rishikesh on the banks of the holy Ganga. It is the most spectacular Hindu ritual, with fire lamps, bells, and chanting.

Sai Baba Aarti

साईं बाबा आरती · Shirdi Sai Baba

Sai Baba Aarti (Om Jai Sai Ram) is sung four times daily at Shirdi temple and in homes across India. Sai Baba transcends Hindu and Muslim traditions and is one of India most universally worshipped saints.

Tulsi Aarti

तुलसी आरती · Tulsi Mata (Holy Basil)

Tulsi Aarti is sung during the evening Tulsi Puja, one of the most essential daily rituals in Hindu homes. Tulsi (Holy Basil) is considered the earthly form of Goddess Lakshmi and the most sacred plant in Hinduism.

Navgraha Aarti

नवग्रह आरती · Navagrahas (Nine Planets)

Navgraha Aarti worships all nine planetary deities simultaneously, Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn, Rahu, and Ketu. Chanting it balances all planetary influences and provides comprehensive astrological protection.

Parvati Aarti

पार्वती आरती · Goddess Parvati

Parvati Aarti is a loving hymn to Goddess Parvati, the divine mother, consort of Lord Shiva, and goddess of fertility, love, and devotion. Sung especially for marital happiness and family harmony.

Bhairav Aarti

भैरव आरती · Kaal Bhairav

Bhairav Aarti is a powerful hymn to Kaal Bhairav, the fierce manifestation of Lord Shiva and guardian deity of Varanasi. Sung on Sunday nights and Bhairav Ashtami, it provides absolute protection and destroys enemies.

Tirupati Balaji Aarti

तिरुपति बालाजी आरती · Lord Venkateswara (Balaji)

Tirupati Balaji Aarti honours Lord Venkateswara enshrined at Tirumala hills in Andhra Pradesh. The richest temple in the world receives 50,000 plus pilgrims daily. His aarti grants wealth, fulfilment of desires, and moksha.

Jagannath Aarti

जगन्नाथ आरती · Lord Jagannath

Jagannath Aarti honours Lord Jagannath, the Lord of the Universe, enshrined at Puri, Odisha. One of the four sacred Dhams of Hinduism, known for the grand Rath Yatra chariot festival.

Shiv Aarti

शिव आरती · Lord Shiva

Shiv Aarti is a devotional hymn dedicated to Lord Shiva, the destroyer and transformer of the universe. Sung during Maha Shivaratri, Shravan month, and daily Shiva puja, it invokes blessings of health, liberation, and protection.

Brihaspati Aarti

बृहस्पति आरती · Lord Brihaspati (Jupiter)

Brihaspati Aarti is a devotional prayer to Lord Brihaspati, the divine guru and preceptor of the gods, associated with the planet Jupiter. Sung on Thursdays, it seeks blessings of wisdom, knowledge, fortune, and spiritual guidance.

Chandra Aarti

चंद्र आरती · Lord Chandra (Moon God)

Chandra Aarti is a devotional hymn to Lord Chandra, the Moon God, who governs the mind, emotions, and the tides of life. Sung on Mondays and full moon nights, it brings peace of mind, emotional balance, and mental clarity.

Mangal Aarti

मंगल आरती · Lord Mangal (Mars)

Mangal Aarti is a devotional prayer to Lord Mangal, the fiery red planet Mars, son of the Earth (Bhoomi). Sung on Tuesdays, it removes Mangal dosha, grants courage, strength, and protection from enemies.

Vaishno Devi Aarti

वैष्णो देवी आरती · Mata Vaishno Devi

Vaishno Devi Aarti is a devotional hymn to Mata Vaishno Devi, enshrined in the holy cave of Trikuta Hills in Jammu. One of India's most visited pilgrimage sites, the Aarti invokes her three forms, Maha Kali, Maha Lakshmi, and Maha Saraswati, for blessings, protection, and fulfilment of wishes.

Mahalakshmi Aarti

महालक्ष्मी आरती · Goddess Mahalakshmi

Mahalakshmi Aarti is the beloved devotional hymn to Goddess Mahalakshmi, the bestower of wealth, fortune, and abundance. Sung on Fridays, Diwali, and Lakshmi Puja, it invokes her blessings for material prosperity, spiritual richness, and the removal of poverty.

Navaratri Aarti

नवरात्रि आरती · Navdurga (Nine Forms of Goddess Durga)

Navaratri Aarti is sung during the nine sacred nights of Navratri, celebrating the nine forms of Goddess Durga, from Shailputri to Siddhidatri. It is the centrepiece of Navratri worship across India, invoking the Divine Mother's complete cosmic power for protection, prosperity, and liberation.

Shri Ram Aarti

श्री राम जी की आरती · Lord Rama

Shri Ram Aarti is a devotional hymn sung in praise of Lord Rama, the seventh avatar of Vishnu and the ideal king of Ayodhya. It celebrates his virtues of righteousness, courage, and compassion, and is sung across India especially on Ram Navami and during Ramayan recitations.

Radha Aarti

श्री राधा जी की आरती · Goddess Radha

Radha Aarti is sung in adoration of Shri Radha, the supreme devotee and beloved of Lord Krishna. She represents the purest form of bhakti (devotion) and divine love. Sung in Vrindavan, Mathura, and across Vaishnava traditions, this Aarti invokes her grace for unconditional love and spiritual bliss.

Annapurna Aarti

श्री अन्नपूर्णा जी की आरती · Goddess Annapurna

Annapurna Aarti is sung in praise of Goddess Annapurna, the divine provider of food and nourishment. A form of Parvati and the presiding deity of Kashi (Varanasi), she ensures that no devotee ever goes hungry. This Aarti is traditionally sung before meals and in household kitchens.

Dhanvantari Aarti

श्री धन्वंतरि जी की आरती · Lord Dhanvantari

Dhanvantari Aarti is sung in praise of Lord Dhanvantari, the divine physician and god of Ayurveda. An avatar of Vishnu who emerged from the cosmic ocean during the churning of the seas (Samudra Manthan), he holds the pot of amrita (nectar of immortality). This Aarti is recited for healing, health, and freedom from disease.

Narmada Aarti

श्री नर्मदा जी की आरती · River Goddess Narmada

Narmada Aarti is sung in reverence of the holy river Narmada, regarded as the most sacred river of central India and a goddess in her own right. Unlike other rivers, Narmada is circumambulated (parikrama) rather than just bathed in. The evening Aarti at Maheshwar and Amarkantak is a soul-stirring spectacle.

Yamuna Aarti

श्री यमुना जी की आरती · River Goddess Yamuna

Yamuna Aarti is sung in devotion to the holy river Yamuna, the daughter of the Sun god Surya and twin sister of Yama (the god of death). Associated deeply with Lord Krishna's childhood in Vrindavan and Mathura, the Yamuna is one of the most sacred rivers in Hinduism. The grand evening Aarti at Mathura and Vrindavan is attended by thousands of pilgrims.

Rahu Aarti

राहु जी की आरती · Rahu (Shadow Planet)

Rahu Aarti is a devotional hymn sung to appease Rahu, the north lunar node regarded in Vedic astrology as a shadow planet of immense karmic power. Rahu governs ambition, worldly desire, foreign lands, and sudden transformation. Propitiating Rahu through this Aarti is said to neutralize malefic effects, remove Rahu Dosha from the birth chart, and convert his disruptive energy into spiritual insight and material success.

Ketu Aarti

केतु जी की आरती · Ketu (Shadow Planet)

Ketu Aarti is a devotional prayer addressed to Ketu, the south lunar node and the headless half of the celestial serpent Svarbhanu. In Vedic astrology Ketu is the planet of moksha, past-life karma, mysticism, and spiritual liberation. This Aarti is sung to pacify Ketu's eccentric and detaching influence, dissolve accumulated karmic debts, and accelerate spiritual evolution toward enlightenment.

Chandraghanta Aarti

चंद्रघंटा माता की आरती · Goddess Chandraghanta (Third Navadurga)

Chandraghanta Aarti is sung in worship of Goddess Chandraghanta, the third form of Navadurga worshipped on the third day of Navaratri. She bears a crescent moon (Chandra) on her forehead shaped like a bell (Ghanta), rides a tiger, and carries ten weapons. Her bell-shaped moon emits a fearsome sound that destroys evil. This Aarti invokes her to remove sins, grant courage, and bestow divine grace.

Siddhidatri Aarti

सिद्धिदात्री माता की आरती · Goddess Siddhidatri (Ninth Navadurga)

Siddhidatri Aarti is the devotional hymn sung to Goddess Siddhidatri, the ninth and final form of Navadurga, worshipped on the last day of Navaratri. She is the bestower of all eight primary siddhis (supernatural powers) enumerated in the Markandey Purana. Even Lord Shiva is said to have received his siddhis from her, making her the supreme source of all divine accomplishment. Her Aarti is the culminating worship of the Navaratri cycle.

Mahagauri Aarti

महागौरी माता की आरती · Goddess Mahagauri (Eighth Navadurga)

Mahagauri Aarti is the devotional hymn sung to Goddess Mahagauri, the eighth form of Navadurga, worshipped on the eighth day of Navaratri. Her name means "the extremely fair one", after years of severe austerities that darkened her complexion, Lord Shiva bathed her in the waters of the Ganga and restored her to radiant whiteness. She rides a white bull, wears white garments, and embodies purity, peace, and the power of forgiveness.

Shukra Aarti

श्री शुक्र देव जी की आरती · Planet Venus (Shukra Graha)

Shukra Aarti is offered to the planet Venus, the guru of the Asuras and the celestial lord of beauty, love, wealth, and artistic pleasure. Shukra governs material comforts, marital harmony, and the finer arts in Vedic astrology. Worshipping Shukra on Fridays removes afflictions caused by a weak or malefic Venus in the birth chart.

Budha Aarti

श्री बुध देव जी की आरती · Planet Mercury (Budha Graha)

Budha Aarti is offered to the planet Mercury, the celestial lord of intelligence, communication, commerce, and skill. In Vedic astrology, Budha governs the mind, speech, education, and business acumen. Worshipping Budha on Wednesdays sharpens intellect, removes Mercury afflictions, and brings success in trade and studies.

Kamakhya Aarti

श्री कामाख्या देवी की आरती · Goddess Kamakhya (Shakti Peetha)

Kamakhya Aarti is offered to Goddess Kamakhya, the most powerful Shakti Peetha situated on Nilachal Hill in Assam. She is the tantric goddess of desire, creation, and primordial feminine energy, and is worshipped as the source of all creative and regenerative power in the universe. Her temple is one of the 51 Shakti Peethas where Sati's yoni is said to have fallen.

Sita Ram Aarti

श्री सीताराम जी की आरती · Lord Rama and Goddess Sita

Sita Ram Aarti is a devotional hymn celebrating the divine union of Lord Rama and Goddess Sita, the ideal couple of Hindu tradition and the embodiment of dharma, love, and fidelity. Sung widely in homes and temples across India, this aarti invokes the blessings of Sita-Ram for marital harmony, righteous living, and spiritual liberation.

Kartik Aarti (Kartikeya Aarti)

श्री कार्तिक स्वामी की आरती · Lord Kartikeya (Murugan / Skanda)

Kartik Aarti is offered to Lord Kartikeya, the son of Shiva and Parvati, the commander of the divine army, and the god of war, victory, and wisdom. Known as Murugan in South India and Skanda in Sanskrit texts, he is worshipped for strength, courage, and success in competitive endeavours. His festival Skanda Sashti and the month of Kartik are especially sacred for his worship.

Kuber Aarti

श्री कुबेर जी की आरती · Lord Kubera (God of Wealth)

Kuber Aarti is offered to Lord Kubera, the treasurer of the gods and the lord of yakshas, who guards the celestial wealth of all three worlds. He is the north-facing deity of material abundance and is worshipped alongside Goddess Lakshmi on Diwali for wealth, prosperity, and financial protection. Kuber puja is a cornerstone of commercial and business worship in the Hindu tradition.

Jai Ganpati Deva Aarti

जय गणपति देवा आरती · Lord Ganesha

Jai Ganpati Deva is a beloved regional Aarti of Lord Ganesha, especially popular in Maharashtra and Gujarat. It praises Ganesha as the divine son of Shiva and Parvati, the lord of beginnings, wisdom, and auspiciousness, invoking his blessings for all endeavours.

Ram Lalla Aarti

राम लला आरती · Ram Lalla (Child Ram, Ayodhya)

Ram Lalla Aarti is the devotional hymn sung at the newly consecrated Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, dedicated to the infant form of Lord Ram as Ram Lalla. The Prana Pratishtha of Ram Lalla on January 22, 2024 made this Aarti resonate across the entire nation as a moment of historic spiritual significance.

Baglamukhi Aarti

बगलामुखी आरती · Maa Baglamukhi (Pitambara Devi)

Baglamukhi Aarti praises Maa Baglamukhi, the eighth of the ten Mahavidyas, known as Pitambara Devi, the goddess who paralyses and destroys enemies. Worshipped at Datia (Madhya Pradesh) and Nalkheda, she is invoked for victory over enemies, court cases, legal disputes, and to silence adversaries.

Dakshineswar Kali Aarti

दक्षिणेश्वर काली आरती · Maa Kali (Dakshineswar Temple, Kolkata)

The Dakshineswar Kali Aarti is the sacred devotional hymn sung at the Dakshineswar Kali Temple in Kolkata, the temple where Sri Ramakrishna Paramahansa served as priest and had his direct vision of Maa Kali. This Aarti combines Bengali devotional tradition with the fierce yet motherly aspect of Maa Kali.

Hanuman Bahuk Aarti

हनुमान बाहुक आरती · Lord Hanuman

Hanuman Bahuk Aarti is inspired by the Hanuman Bahuk, a devotional composition by Goswami Tulsidas written when he was suffering from severe arm pain. Tulsidas invoked Hanuman's healing grace through this prayer and was miraculously cured. This Aarti is sung for relief from physical ailments, especially arm and shoulder pain, and for Hanuman's protective blessings.

Nav Durga Aarti

नव दुर्गा आरती · Nav Durga (Nine Forms of Goddess Durga)

Nav Durga Aarti worships all nine divine forms of Goddess Durga together, Shailputri, Brahmacharini, Chandraghanta, Kushmanda, Skandamata, Katyayani, Kalaratri, Mahagauri, and Siddhidatri. Each form represents a unique cosmic power. This Aarti is the complete Navratri devotion in one prayer.

Gopala Aarti

गोपाल आरती · Gopala (Baby Krishna)

Gopala Aarti worships Gopala, the infant and child form of Lord Krishna as the cowherd deity of Vrindavan. This tender, loving Aarti celebrates Krishna's divine childhood, his butter-stealing mischief, his play with the gopas and gopis, and his cosmic form hidden within a small, irresistible child.

Vitthal Aarti (Jai Jai Vitthal)

विठ्ठल आरती (जय जय विठ्ठल) · Lord Vitthal / Vithoba (Pandharpur)

Vitthal Aarti is the soul of the Warkari devotional tradition of Maharashtra. Sung at the Pandharpur Vitthal Mandir on the banks of the Bhima river, it praises Vitthal, a form of Vishnu/Krishna, who stands with arms akimbo on a brick (Vit), waiting with infinite patience for his devotees. The Wari pilgrimage to Pandharpur is one of India's largest religious gatherings.

Ganga Maiya Aarti (Haridwar)

गंगा मैया आरती (हरिद्वार) · Maa Ganga (Sacred River Goddess)

Ganga Maiya Aarti is the grand evening Aarti performed at Har Ki Pauri ghat in Haridwar, one of the most spectacular and spiritually charged rituals in Hinduism. Priests hold large multi-tiered lamps (diyas) and perform synchronised aarti as bells, conches, and chanting fill the air, with thousands of devotees offering floating diyas to the sacred Ganga.

Vayu Dev Aarti

वायु देव आरती · Vayu Dev (Wind God)

Vayu Dev Aarti praises Vayu, the Vedic god of wind and breath, one of the Pancha Mahabhutas (five great elements). Father of Hanuman and Bhima, Vayu is the life-force (Prana) itself. This Aarti is sung to honour the invisible yet all-pervading divine presence that sustains all life through breath.

Prithvi Mata Aarti

पृथ्वी माता आरती · Prithvi Mata (Earth Goddess)

Prithvi Mata Aarti honours Prithvi Mata, Bhu Devi or Dharti Mata, the sacred Earth goddess who sustains all life. As one of the Pancha Mahabhutas, Prithvi (earth) is the foundation of existence. This Aarti cultivates deep gratitude for the ground beneath our feet and the Mother Earth who nourishes all creation without expectation.

Agni Dev Aarti

अग्नि देव आरती · Agni Dev (Fire God)

Agni Dev Aarti praises Agni, the sacred fire god, the divine messenger who carries offerings from the human realm to the gods. As one of the most important Vedic deities, Agni is present in every yagna, havan, and sacred fire ritual. He is the priest of the gods and the god of priests, purifying all that passes through him.

Indra Dev Aarti

इंद्र देव आरती · Indra Dev (King of Gods, Rain God)

Indra Dev Aarti praises Indra, the king of the gods (Devendra), lord of thunder, lightning, storms, and rain. As the ruler of Svarga (heaven) and the most powerful of the Vedic deities, Indra controls the monsoon and is invoked for timely rain, agricultural prosperity, and the defeat of drought and demonic forces.