Bhajans

Raghupati Raghav Raja Ram

रघुपति राघव राजा राम

A famous devotional bhajan popularized by Mahatma Gandhi. It calls upon Lord Ram and promotes the unity of all religions.

Vaishnav Jan To Tene Kahiye

वैष्णव जन तो तेने कहिये

A devotional bhajan by the 15th-century poet Narsinh Mehta, popularized by Mahatma Gandhi. It defines the qualities of a true devotee.

Payoji Maine Ram Ratan Dhan Payo

पायो जी मैंने राम रतन धन पायो

A famous bhajan by the poet-saint Mirabai expressing the joy of finding the treasure of Ram's name.

Achyutam Keshavam

अच्युतम् केशवम्

A popular Krishna bhajan sung during festivals and daily worship, praising the many names and forms of Lord Krishna.

Hare Krishna Hare Rama Dhun

हरे कृष्ण हरे राम

The Mahamantra, considered the most powerful chant in Kali Yuga. This 16-word Hare Krishna mantra is central to Gaudiya Vaishnavism and popularized worldwide by ISKCON.

Shri Krishna Govind Hare Murari

श्री कृष्ण गोविन्द हरे मुरारी

A beloved Krishna bhajan that invokes the many names of Lord Krishna — Govind, Murari, Keshav, Madhav — and is widely sung in temples and satsangs across India.

Jai Radha Madhav

जय राधा माधव

A cherished ISKCON devotional song composed by Srila Bhaktivinoda Thakura, describing the divine pastimes of Radha and Krishna in Vrindavan.

Mere To Giridhar Gopal

मेरे तो गिरधर गोपाल

A celebrated bhajan by the 16th-century poet-saint Meerabai, expressing her unwavering devotion to Lord Krishna as her sole refuge and beloved.

Ram Siya Ram

राम सिया राम

A popular Ram dhun (devotional chant) that lovingly invokes the divine couple — Lord Ram and Sita. Widely sung in temples, kirtans, and during Ram Navami celebrations.

Mangal Bhavan Amangal Hari

मंगल भवन अमंगल हारी

A famous chopaai from Goswami Tulsidas's Ramcharitmanas, often sung as an opening prayer. It describes Lord Ram as the remover of all inauspiciousness and the abode of auspiciousness.

Hey Ram Hey Ram

हे राम हे राम

A deeply devotional Ram bhajan that is a heartfelt invocation of Lord Ram's name. Sung widely in prayer meetings and satsangs as a meditative chant.

Bhaj Govindam Bhajan

भज गोविन्दम्

A simplified bhajan version of the profound composition by Adi Shankaracharya, urging seekers to worship Govinda (Vishnu) and realize the transient nature of worldly attachments.

Om Namah Shivaya Dhun

ॐ नमः शिवाय धुन

A powerful Shiva devotional chant built around the Panchakshari mantra 'Om Namah Shivaya', one of the most sacred mantras in Shaivism, representing the five elements.

Sankat Mochan Naam Tiharo

संकटमोचन नाम तिहारो

A devotional bhajan dedicated to Lord Hanuman, praising him as the remover of obstacles and sorrows. Often sung at Hanuman temples on Tuesdays and Saturdays.

Thumak Chalat Ramchandra

ठुमक चलत रामचंद्र

A beautiful bhajan by Goswami Tulsidas describing the charming childhood of Lord Ram — baby Ram learning to walk with anklet bells jingling, delighting everyone in Ayodhya.

Chadariya Jhini Re Jhini

चदरिया झीनी रे झीनी

A profound mystical bhajan by the 15th-century poet-saint Kabir, using the metaphor of a delicately woven shawl (chadar) to describe the human body and soul given by the Creator.

Main Nahin Makhan Khayo

मैं नहीं माखन खायो

A beloved bhajan by the 16th-century blind poet Surdas, depicting child Krishna's innocent denial of stealing butter, a favorite scene from Krishna's childhood pastimes in Vrindavan.

Pag Ghunghru Bandh Meera Nachi Re

पग घुंघरू बांध मीरा नाची रे

A famous bhajan by the 16th-century Rajput princess-saint Meerabai, describing her ecstatic dance with ankle bells for Lord Krishna, defying all social conventions in her divine love.

Jai Jagannath

जय जगन्नाथ

A devotional bhajan dedicated to Lord Jagannath of Puri, one of the Char Dham pilgrimage sites. Lord Jagannath is a form of Lord Vishnu/Krishna worshipped especially in Odisha.

Hari Om Tat Sat

हरि ॐ तत् सत्

A universal devotional bhajan invoking Lord Vishnu through the sacred mantra 'Hari Om Tat Sat', which signifies the ultimate truth and reality of the divine. It is a meditative chant for inner peace.

Tum Hi Ho Mata Pita

तुम ही हो माता पिता

A deeply moving devotional bhajan expressing complete surrender to God as mother, father, friend, and everything. It is based on the famous shloka 'Tvameva Mata Cha Pita Tvameva' and is widely sung in prayer gatherings.

Om Mangalam Omkar Mangalam

ॐ मंगलम ओंकार मंगलम

A popular devotional bhajan that celebrates the auspiciousness of Om and the divine. It is commonly sung at the beginning or end of prayer gatherings, invoking blessings and positivity.

Hari Sundar Nand Mukunda

हरि सुंदर नंद मुकुंदा

A beautiful bhajan celebrating the many divine names and qualities of Lord Krishna. It praises him as Hari (the remover of sorrows), Sundar (the beautiful one), Nand's son, and Mukunda (the giver of liberation).

Narayan Narayan Govind Hare

नारायण नारायण गोविन्द हरे

A simple yet powerful devotional bhajan that repeatedly invokes the names of Lord Vishnu - Narayan and Govind. It is widely popular in satsangs and prayer gatherings for its meditative quality.

Aisi Lagi Lagan

ऐसी लागी लगन

A celebrated bhajan by the great devotional poetess Meerabai, expressing her intense and single-minded devotion to Lord Krishna. It describes the all-consuming love that Meera felt for her beloved Giridhar Nagar.

Jo Bhaje Hari Ko Sada

जो भजे हरि को सदा

A devotional bhajan emphasizing the importance of constantly remembering and worshipping Lord Hari. It teaches that those who always chant the name of Hari are freed from the cycle of birth and death.

Kanha So Ja Zara

कान्हा सो जा ज़रा

A sweet lullaby bhajan for baby Krishna (Kanha). Sung by Yashoda Maiya to put little Krishna to sleep, it is filled with maternal love and tenderness, describing the beauty of the sleeping child.

Shri Ram Jai Ram Dhun

श्री राम जय राम धुन

A meditative dhun (continuous chant) of Lord Rama's name. This repetitive chanting of 'Shri Ram Jai Ram Jai Jai Ram' is believed to purify the mind and is one of the most popular Ram dhuns in North India.

Sitaram Sitaram

सीताराम सीताराम

A devotional bhajan that continuously chants the combined name of Sita and Ram, representing the divine couple. Sitaram is considered one of the most powerful naam-mantras in the Hindu tradition.

Jag Mein Sundar Hai Do Naam

जग में सुंदर है दो नाम

A beloved Ram bhajan that celebrates the two most beautiful names in the world - Ram and Shyam (Krishna). It teaches that these divine names are the ultimate refuge and source of all beauty in creation.

Ram Ayenge

राम आयेंगे

A modern popular bhajan expressing the joyful anticipation of Lord Ram's arrival. It became widely popular during the Ram Mandir movement and celebrations, conveying deep faith and devotion.

Bam Bam Bhole

बम बम भोले

A popular and energetic Shiva bhajan that is widely chanted during Kanwar Yatra and Maha Shivratri celebrations. The call of 'Bam Bam Bhole' echoes the devotees' joyous invocation of Lord Shiva.

Shiv Shiv Shankar Bholenath

शिव शिव शंकर भोलेनाथ

A devotional bhajan celebrating Lord Shiva as the benevolent Bholenath (the innocent lord). It describes his divine attributes and his compassionate nature towards all beings.

Jai Bholenath

जय भोलेनाथ

A popular devotional bhajan hailing Lord Shiva as Bholenath, the simple and compassionate lord. Widely sung during Shivratri and Sawan celebrations, it captures the devotees' love for the easily pleased Mahadev.

Bajrang Baan Bhajan

बजरंग बाण भजन

A devotional bhajan version of the Bajrang Baan, a powerful prayer to Lord Hanuman. The Bajrang Baan is considered an arrow-like prayer that removes all obstacles and fears when recited with devotion.

Durge Durgat Bhari

दुर्गे दुर्गत भारी

A powerful bhajan dedicated to Goddess Durga, seeking her intervention in removing difficulties and hardships. It is commonly sung during Navratri and Durga Puja celebrations across India.

Jai Mata Di

जय माता दी

One of the most popular and universally recognized devotional chants dedicated to the Divine Mother Durga. 'Jai Mata Di' is the rallying cry of millions of devotees, especially during pilgrimages to Vaishno Devi and Navratri festivals.

Bhavsagar Tarane Ke Liye

भवसागर तरने के लिए

A devotional bhajan inspired by the teachings of Saint Kabir, expressing the idea that to cross the ocean of worldly existence (bhavsagar), one needs the boat of God's name and the guidance of a true guru.

Sadho Dekho Jag Baurana

साधो देखो जग बौराना

A profound bhajan by Saint Kabir that observes how the world has gone mad in its pursuit of illusion. Kabir laments that people chase material pleasures while ignoring the eternal truth of God's name.

Akhiyan Hari Darshan Ki Pyasi

अखियां हरि दर्शन की प्यासी

A deeply moving bhajan attributed to the great poet-saint Surdas, expressing the intense longing of the eyes to behold Lord Krishna. It captures the pain of separation and the devotee's thirst for divine vision.

Jai Jai Radha Raman Hari Bol

जय जय राधा रमण हरि बोल

A joyful and melodious bhajan celebrating Lord Krishna as the beloved of Radha (Radha Raman). It is a popular kirtan bhajan that encourages devotees to sing the names of Radha and Krishna together.

Sai Ram Sai Shyam

साई राम साई श्याम

One of the most popular and widely sung Sai Baba bhajans. It invokes the many names of the divine through Sai Baba, expressing that Sai is the embodiment of all gods - Ram, Shyam, and Hari.

Chalo Man Ganga Yamuna Teer

चलो मन गंगा यमुना तीर

A devotional bhajan inviting the mind to journey to the sacred banks of the Ganga and Yamuna rivers. It encourages spiritual pilgrimage and bathing in the holy waters as a means to purify the soul and find God.

Govind Bolo Hari Gopal Bolo

गोविन्द बोलो हरि गोपाल बोलो

A universally beloved Krishna bhajan that encourages devotees to chant the divine names of Govind and Gopal. Its simple and melodious nature makes it one of the most sung bhajans in temples and satsangs worldwide.

Hare Rama Hare Krishna Extended

हरे राम हरे कृष्ण - विस्तारित

An extended devotional version of the Maha Mantra - Hare Rama Hare Krishna. This bhajan elaborates on the Maha Mantra with additional verses celebrating the divine names and leelas of Lord Krishna and Lord Rama.

Shri Ram Stuti

श्री राम स्तुति

A devotional bhajan version of the Shri Ram Stuti from Tulsidas's Ramcharitmanas. It praises Lord Rama's divine qualities and is sung with great devotion in Ram temples and during Ramayana recitations.

Aarti Kunj Bihari Bhajan

आरती कुंजबिहारी भजन version

A bhajan version of the famous Aarti Kunj Bihari Ki, with extended verses celebrating Lord Krishna's pastimes in Vrindavan. This expanded devotional rendition adds deeper descriptions of Krishna's divine play.

Radhe Radhe Govind

राधे राधे गोविन्द

A sweet and melodious bhajan that chants the names of Radha and Krishna together. It celebrates their eternal divine love and is popular in Vrindavan and temples dedicated to the divine couple.

Maiya Mori Main Nahin Makhan Khayo Extended

मैया मोरी मैं नहीं माखन खायो - विस्तारित

An extended version of the famous bhajan by Surdas depicting baby Krishna's innocent denial of stealing butter. This beloved composition captures the charming childhood leelas of Lord Krishna with additional verses.

Kabira Mana Nirmal Bhaya

कबीरा मन निर्मल भया

A profound bhajan based on the dohas (couplets) of Saint Kabir, expressing the purification of the mind through devotion to God. Kabir's teachings emphasize inner transformation over external rituals.