Introduction

Lord Ganesha, also known as Vighnaharta (remover of obstacles), is the first deity worshipped before any auspicious beginning. In Hindu tradition, no ritual or festival starts without invoking the blessings of Ganpati Bappa. One of the most popular devotional practices is reciting the Ganesh Aarti, a sacred hymn dedicated to Lord Ganesha.

Ganesh Aarti is sung daily in temples and homes during morning and evening prayers, especially during Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations. The powerful vibrations of the aarti bring peace, prosperity, and wisdom to devotees.

श्री गणेश जी आरती ( Jai Ganesh Jai Ganesh Jai Ganesh Deva)

जय गणेश जय गणेश, जय गणेश देवा।
माता जाकी पार्वती, पिता महादेवा॥

एक दंत दयावंत, चार भुजा धारी।
माथे सिंदूर सोहे, मूसे की सवारी॥ जय गणेश जय गणेश, जय गणेश देवा।
माता जाकी पार्वती, पिता महादेवा॥

पान चढ़े फल चढ़े, और चढ़े मेवा।
लड्डुअन का भोग लगे, संत करें सेवा॥

जय गणेश जय गणेश, जय गणेश देवा।
माता जाकी पार्वती, पिता महादेवा॥

अंधन को आंख देत, कोढ़िन को काया।
बांझन को पुत्र देत, निर्धन को माया॥

जय गणेश जय गणेश, जय गणेश देवा।
माता जाकी पार्वती, पिता महादेवा॥

‘सूर’ श्याम शरण आए, सफल कीजे सेवा।
माता जाकी पार्वती, पिता महादेवा॥

जय गणेश जय गणेश, जय गणेश देवा।
माता जाकी पार्वती, पिता महादेवा॥

दीनन की लाज रखो, शंभु सुतकारी।
कामना को पूर्ण करो, जाऊं बलिहारी॥

जय गणेश जय गणेश, जय गणेश देवा।
माता जाकी पार्वती, पिता महादेवा॥

भगवान गणेश की जय, पार्वती के लल्ला की जय

The most commonly sung aarti for Lord Ganesha is “Sukhkarta Dukhharta Varta Vighnachi”. Below are the complete lyrics:

Ganesh Aarti (Marathi/Traditional)

सुखकर्ता दुखहर्ता वार्ता विघ्नाची ।
नुरवी पूर्वी प्रेम कृपा जयाची ।
सर्वांगी सुंदर उटी शेंदुराची ।
कंठी झळके माळ मुक्ताफळाची ॥०१॥

जय देव जय देव जय मंगलमूर्ती ।
दर्शनमात्रे मनकामना पुरती ।
रत्नखचित फरा तूज गौरीकुमरा ।
चंदनाची उटी कुंकुमकेशरा ।
हिरे जडित मुकुट शोभतो बरा ।
रुणझुणती नुपुरे चरणी घागरिया ॥०२॥

लंबोदर पितांबर फनी वरवंदना ।
सरळ सोंड वक्रतुंड त्रिनयना ।
दास रामाचा वाट पाहे सदना ।
संकटी पावावे निर्वाणी रक्षावे सुरवंदना ।
जय देव जय देव जय मंगलमूर्ती ।
दर्शनमात्रे मनकामना पुरती ॥०३॥

English Translation and Meaning

• Sukhkarta Dukhharta Varta Vighnachi – You are the one who gives happiness, removes sorrow, and destroys all troubles.
• Nurvi Purvi Prem Krupa Jayachi – Your immense compassion is always present.
• Sarvangi Sundar Uti Shendurachi – Your body shines beautifully with vermilion.
• Jay Dev Jay Dev Jay Mangalmurti – Glory to you, O Auspicious One, you fulfill the wishes of devotees with just a glance.

This aarti praises Lord Ganesha as the remover of obstacles, the source of wisdom, and the protector of devotees.

Significance of Singing Ganesh Aarti

1. Removes Obstacles – Devotees believe that chanting Ganpati Aarti clears the path of success in personal and professional life.
2. Brings Peace and Prosperity – The rhythmic recitation creates positive vibrations in the surroundings.
3. Enhances Wisdom and Knowledge – Ganesha is the god of intellect (Buddhi), making this aarti especially important for students.
4. Strengthens Devotion – Singing aarti collectively during Ganesh Chaturthi enhances unity and spiritual energy.

When to Sing Ganesh Aarti?

• Daily Puja – Morning and evening prayers at home or temples.
• Ganesh Chaturthi – During the 10-day festival, especially after offering Naivedya.
• Special Occasions – Before weddings, housewarmings, business inaugurations, or exams.

How to Perform Ganesh Aarti Rituals?

1. Light a diya (lamp) with ghee or oil.
2. Offer flowers, fruits, and sweets (especially modaks, Ganesha’s favorite).
3. Ring the bell while singing the aarti.
4. Rotate the aarti thali (plate) in a circular motion before Lord Ganesha’s idol.
5. Conclude with prayers for family well-being and distribution of prasad.

Other Famous Ganesh Aartis

Apart from Sukhkarta Dukhharta, devotees also sing:

• “Jai Ganesh Jai Ganesh Deva”
• “Ganpati Bappa Morya”
• “Vakratunda Mahakaya” (Shloka recited before Aarti)

These hymns are recited across India with devotion.