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Ambaji Chalisa
श्री अंबाजी चालीसा
The Ambaji Chalisa is a devotional hymn to Arasuri Amba, the goddess worshipped at the Ambaji temple in Gujarat, near Mount Abu. This is one of the fifty-one Shakti Peethas, the site where the heart of Sati is said to have fallen, and the goddess is honoured here not as an idol but as a sacred Shri Yantra. On this page you will find the full Roman transliteration of the chalisa along with a clear, verse-by-verse meaning in English, so you can both recite the lines and follow their sense.
Ambaji Chalisa Lyrics in English (Transliteration)
Roman transliteration for easy chanting. Tap “Meaning” under any verse for the English translation.
Jai Amba Gauri Maiya Jai Amba Gauri,
Nit Prati Tumko Dhyavat, Har Sankat Ho Doori.
Meaning
Victory to Mother Amba Gauri. I remember and meditate on you every single day; may every trouble be carried away from my life.
Jai Jai Amba Jagdamba,
Teri Mahima Aparampaar.
Meaning
Glory again and again to Amba, Mother of the whole universe. Your greatness has no measure and no limit.
Tu Hi Durga, Tu Hi Kali,
Tu Hi Shakti Ka Avatar.
Meaning
You alone are Durga, you alone are Kali. You are power itself, taking form as the living Shakti.
Singh Par Sawar Hokar,
Karti Ho Tum Jag Ki Raksha.
Meaning
Riding upon your lion, you stand guard over creation and protect the entire world.
Hathon Mein Trishul Aur Khappar,
Dushton Ka Karti Ho Bhakshan.
Meaning
Holding the trident and the skull-bowl in your hands, you consume the cruel and the wicked.
Ambaji Mata Tu Sabki Mata,
Bhakton Par Karti Ho Kripa.
Meaning
Mother Ambaji, you are the mother of every being, and you pour your grace upon those who love you.
Teri Sharan Mein Jo Bhi Aata,
Dukh Daridra Uska Mit Jata.
Meaning
Whoever takes shelter at your feet finds their grief and their poverty wiped away.
Amba Nagari Mein Tera Dham Hai,
Bhakton Ka Lagta Hai Mela.
Meaning
Your holy home stands in the town of Amba, where crowds of devotees gather in great fairs.
Darshan Karke Tere Charanon Ka,
Mit Jata Hai Har Jhamela.
Meaning
By coming for the sacred sight of your feet, every tangle and trouble of life is undone.
Tu Hi Lakshmi, Tu Hi Saraswati,
Tu Hi Parvati Mata.
Meaning
You are Lakshmi who gives abundance, you are Saraswati who gives learning, and you are Mother Parvati.
Teenon Lokon Mein Tera Raj Hai,
Tu Hi Sabki Bhagyavidhata.
Meaning
Your rule reaches across all three worlds, and you are the one who shapes the destiny of all.
Ambaji Naam Jo Bhi Japega,
Uska Jeevan Safal Hoga.
Meaning
Anyone who repeats the name of Ambaji will see their life turn fruitful and complete.
Har Badha Se Vah Mukt Hoga,
Sukh Shanti Use Milega.
Meaning
They will be released from every obstacle and will receive comfort and peace of mind.
Tu Hi Vidya, Tu Hi Buddhi,
Tu Hi Gyan Ki Data.
Meaning
You are learning itself, you are intellect itself, and you are the giver of true knowledge.
Teri Kripa Se Hi Milta Hai,
Jeevan Ka Sachcha Nata.
Meaning
It is only by your grace that a person finds the real bond and meaning of their life.
Ambaji Mata Tu Dayalu Mata,
Bhakton Par Karti Ho Pyar.
Meaning
Mother Ambaji, you are full of mercy, and you hold your devotees close with love.
Teri Bhakti Se Hi Milta Hai,
Jeevan Ka Sachcha Saar.
Meaning
It is through devotion to you alone that one reaches the true essence of living.
Tu Hi Shakti, Tu Hi Bhakti,
Tu Hi Mukti Ki Data.
Meaning
You are strength, you are devotion, and you are the one who grants final liberation.
Ambaji Mata Tu Sabki Mata,
Tera Naam Hai Sukhdaai.
Meaning
Mother Ambaji, you are the mother of all, and your very name brings happiness.
Teri Mahima Ka Koi Ant Nahin,
Tu Hi Sabki Mai.
Meaning
There is no end to your glory; you are the mother of every soul.
Tu Hi Shanti, Tu Hi Prem,
Tu Hi Anand Ki Data.
Meaning
You are peace, you are love, and you are the giver of deep joy.
Tu Hi Jagdamba, Tu Hi Jagjanani,
Tu Hi Jag Ki Mata.
Meaning
You are the Mother of the universe, the one who gives birth to the worlds, the mother of all that exists.
Tu Hi Durga, Tu Hi Kali,
Tu Hi Chamunda Mata.
Meaning
You are Durga, you are Kali, and you are the fierce Mother Chamunda.
Tu Hi Lakshmi, Tu Hi Saraswati,
Tu Hi Annapurna Mata.
Meaning
You are Lakshmi, you are Saraswati, and you are Mother Annapurna who feeds all.
Tu Hi Gayatri, Tu Hi Savitri,
Tu Hi Brahmani Mata.
Meaning
You are Gayatri, you are Savitri, and you are Mother Brahmani, the source of sacred sound.
Jo Bhi Ambaji Chalisa Padhega, Uski Har Manokamna Puri Hogi.
Ambaji Mata Ki Kripa Se, Jeevan Uska Khushiyon Se Bharega.
Meaning
Whoever reads this Ambaji Chalisa will have every heartfelt wish fulfilled. By the grace of Mother Ambaji, their life will be filled with happiness.
Jai Ambaji Mata, Jai Ambaji Mata,
Sab Milkar Bolo, Jai Ambaji Mata.
Meaning
Victory to Mother Ambaji, again and again. Let us all lift our voices together and call out: victory to Mother Ambaji.
Benefits of Reciting the Ambaji Chalisa
Devotees turn to the Ambaji Chalisa as a simple daily practice with several felt benefits.
- Sense of protection: The verses picture the goddess riding her lion and guarding the world, which many recite for courage and safety.
- Relief from worry: The hymn asks for grief, poverty and obstacles to be cleared, and reciting it is a way to steady an anxious mind.
- Focus and clarity: Amba is praised as the giver of learning and intellect, so students and seekers often keep this chalisa in their routine.
- Connection to Ambaji dham: For those who cannot travel to the Shakti Peeth in Gujarat, the recitation is a way to feel present at her shrine.
- Calm and gratitude: Ending on peace, love and joy, the closing verses leave the reciter with a settled, thankful mood.
When and How to Chant the Ambaji Chalisa
The Ambaji Chalisa is best recited in the morning after a bath, and it holds special weight during Navratri and on Bhadarvi Poonam, the full-moon festival most sacred at Ambaji. Sit before an image of the goddess or her Shri Yantra, light a lamp or an incense stick, and read the lines slowly and aloud. There is no strict rule about counting rounds; what matters is a quiet, attentive heart and a genuine wish to remember the Mother.
About the Ambaji Chalisa
The Ambaji Chalisa is a traditional devotional composition praising Arasuri Amba, the goddess of the Ambaji temple in the Banaskantha district of Gujarat. Written in the familiar chalisa style of short rhyming couplets, it names the goddess as one with Durga, Kali, Lakshmi, Saraswati and other forms of the Devi, and it recalls her lion mount, her weapons, and her power to protect and to grant wishes. As with many regional chalisas, the text circulates in several slightly different versions; the lyrics here follow the attested, non-repeating verses so that each line adds distinct praise rather than filler.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Ambaji Chalisa?
The Ambaji Chalisa is a devotional hymn in praise of Arasuri Amba, the goddess worshipped at the Ambaji temple in Gujarat. Its verses celebrate her as the universal mother and ask for her protection, grace and blessings.
What are the benefits of reciting the Ambaji Chalisa?
Reciting it is associated with a sense of protection, relief from worry and obstacles, and inner calm. Devotees also use it to feel connected to the Ambaji Shakti Peeth and to express gratitude to the goddess.
Which day is best to recite the Ambaji Chalisa?
It can be recited on any day, but it is considered especially powerful during Navratri and on Bhadarvi Poonam, the full-moon festival most closely linked with the Ambaji shrine.
How many verses are in the Ambaji Chalisa?
This page presents the distinct, attested verses of the hymn along with opening and closing couplets. Several circulating versions repeat the same lines to reach forty verses; here only the non-repeating verses are shown so each line carries its own meaning.
Can the Ambaji Chalisa be recited in English?
Yes. This page gives the full Roman transliteration so it can be read comfortably by anyone who does not read Devanagari, alongside a clear English meaning for every verse.
॥ Ambaji Chalisa ॥