Sundarkand Aarti
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What is the Sundarkand Aarti?
Sundarkand Aarti The Sundarkand Aarti (Aarti Sundarkand Ki Kije) is the concluding aarti sung after a Sundarkand path, praising the fifth kand of the Ramcharitmanas and Hanuman's deeds.
The Sundarkand Aarti is the short aarti recited to close a Sundarkand path, the fifth kand of Tulsidas’s Ramcharitmanas. Its refrain, Aarti Sundarkand Ki Kije, Shri Pancham Saupan Ki Kije, offers the aarti-lamp to the Sundarkand text itself and to the devotion it carries. Composed by Rasraj ji Maharaj, it walks through Hanuman’s journey to Lanka and ends the recitation on a note of faith.
Sundarkand Aarti Lyrics (English)
Roman transliteration for easy chanting. Tap “Meaning” under any verse for the English translation.
Refrain
Aarti Sundarkand ki kije
Shri Pancham Saupan ki kije
Aarti Sundarkand ki kije
Saral shlok doha chaupai
Gavat sunat lagat sukhdai
Nishchay aru vishwas se kije
Aarti Sundarkand ki kije
Meaning
The plain shlokas, dohas and chaupais of the Sundarkand bring joy in the singing and the hearing; perform this aarti with certainty and faith.
Sursa Singika Lankini tari
Milat Siya so Lanka jari
Shri Manas ke saar ki kije
Aarti Sundarkand ki kije
Meaning
It recalls how Hanuman got past Sursa, Simhika and Lankini, met Sita and then set Lanka ablaze; offer the aarti to this essence of the Ramcharitmanas.
Chudamani le paar hi aaye
Sita ke sudhi Prabhu hi sunaye
Aise Vidyavan ki kije
Aarti Sundarkand ki kije
Meaning
Hanuman carried Sita's crest-jewel back across the sea and brought her news to Rama; salute such a wise and learned messenger with the aarti.
Ravan laat Vibhishan mari
Aaye sharan Lankesh pukari
Aise Raghuvar Ram ki kije
Aarti Sundarkand ki kije
Meaning
When Ravana struck and drove out Vibhishana, he called out and came to Rama for refuge; offer the aarti to Raghuvar Rama who shelters those who surrender.
Sakal sumangal dayak padhe jo
Binu jalyaan tare bhav jag so
Rasraj hraday Manas ki kije
Aarti Sundarkand ki kije
Meaning
Whoever recites it gains every good fortune and crosses the ocean of worldly life without a boat; this aarti rises from Rasraj's heart in devotion to the Manas.
Meaning & Significance
Unlike most aartis that are addressed to a deity, the Sundarkand Aarti is offered to a text: the fifth kand of the Ramcharitmanas, called Pancham Saupan or the fifth step. Its verses compress the whole Sundarkand into a few lines, from Hanuman crossing the sea and defeating Sursa, Simhika and Lankini, to finding Sita, burning Lanka, and Vibhishana taking refuge with Rama.
The closing verse promises that anyone who reads the Sundarkand receives every blessing and crosses the ocean of worldly existence without a boat. The word Rasraj in that line is the composer’s signature, a common bhanita device by which a poet seals a devotional work with his name.
How Do You Perform the Aarti?
- Finish the path first. — Sing this aarti at the very end of a Sundarkand recitation, after the closing dohas and the Hanuman Chalisa if you recite one.
- Light the lamp. — Prepare a ghee or oil diya on a thali, add incense, flowers and a little prasad, and stand before an image of Hanuman or Rama.
- Circle the flame. — Rotate the lit lamp in a clockwise motion while singing, keeping the refrain steady between the verses.
- Sing all verses. — Move through the five verses in order, returning to the line Aarti Sundarkand Ki Kije after each one.
- Close and share. — End with the refrain, take the aarti flame's warmth to your eyes, and distribute the prasad to everyone present.
What Are the Benefits of Singing This Aarti?
Devotees sing it to seal a Sundarkand path and carry its blessings into daily life.
- Completes the path: It gives a fitting close to a Sundarkand recitation, gathering the whole reading into a short act of thanks.
- Invokes Hanuman's strength: The verses recall Hanuman's courage on the way to Lanka, which devotees seek for facing their own obstacles.
- Calms the mind: The steady refrain and simple language settle the heart at the end of a long path, leaving a sense of quiet.
- Draws auspicious results: The final verse holds that regular recitation brings all-round good fortune and helps one cross difficult times.
- Deepens devotion to Rama: By ending on Raghuvar Rama who shelters the surrendered, it turns the reciter's mind toward faith and refuge.
Who Wrote This Aarti?
The Sundarkand Aarti is attributed to Rasraj ji Maharaj, whose name appears woven into the last verse as the poet’s signature. It is a modern devotional composition rather than part of the Ramcharitmanas itself, written to be sung as a closing offering after the Sundarkand is read. It circulates widely in path booklets and community recitations across North India.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Sundarkand Aarti?
The Sundarkand Aarti (Aarti Sundarkand Ki Kije) is the concluding aarti sung after a Sundarkand path, praising the fifth kand of the Ramcharitmanas and Hanuman's deeds.
When is the Sundarkand Aarti sung?
It is sung at the end of a Sundarkand recitation. Many devotees perform Sundarkand path on Tuesdays and Saturdays, the days linked with Hanuman.
Who composed the Sundarkand Aarti?
It is attributed to Rasraj ji Maharaj, whose name appears as a signature in the final verse. It is a devotional composition meant to close the Sundarkand path.
Is this the same as Aarti Kije Hanuman Lala Ki?
No. Aarti Kije Hanuman Lala Ki is a general Hanuman aarti, while the Sundarkand Aarti is offered specifically to the Sundarkand text with its own refrain and verses.
What are the benefits of the Sundarkand Aarti?
Its verses hold that regular recitation brings every auspicious blessing and helps one cross the ocean of worldly troubles, while completing the Sundarkand path.
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