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Agni Chalisa
श्री अग्नि देव चालीसा
Agni Chalisa Lyrics in English with meaning and benefits. Seek Lord Agni’s blessings for purification, strength, prosperity, and spiritual growth.
The Agni Chalisa is a powerful devotional hymn dedicated to Lord Agni. Reciting this Chalisa regularly removes obstacles, instills strength and purity, and invites the divine blessings of Lord Agni into your life. Below is the complete Agni Chalisa with English transliteration and verse-by-verse English meaning.
Agni Chalisa Lyrics & Meaning
Roman transliteration for easy chanting. Tap “Meaning” under any verse for the English translation.
Agni Deva Jagata Pita, Sristi Ke Adhara |
Yagya Havya Saba Tumase, Hota Sukha Apara ||
अग्नि देव जगत पिता, सृष्टि के आधार। यज्ञ हव्य सब तुमसे, होत सुख अपार॥
Meaning
Lord Agni is the father of the universe and the foundation of creation. All sacrificial offerings go through you, bringing infinite joy.
Agni Deva Prathama Pujya, Rishi Muni Jina Gaya | Vedon Mein Tumhara Guna, Sabane Sunaya ||
अग्नि देव प्रथम पूज्य, ऋषि मुनि जिन गाया। वेदों में तुम्हारा गुण, सबने सुनाया॥
Meaning
Lord Agni is the foremost worshipful deity, sung by sages and seers. Everyone has proclaimed your glory as established in the Vedas.
Purohita Yagya Ke Tuma, Hota Sukhadayi | Ratna Dhata Tuma Ho, Sabake Mana Bhayi ||
पुरोहित यज्ञ के तुम, होता सुखदायी। रत्न धाता तुम हो, सबके मन भायी॥
Meaning
You are the priest of the sacrifice (Yajna), bringing happiness. You are the source of gems and wealth, pleasing to all hearts.
Purva Rishi Jina Tumako, Sada Puja Kiya | Nava Yuga Mein Bhi Tumhein, Sabane Mana Liya ||
पूर्व ऋषि जिन तुमको, सदा पूजा किया। नव युग में भी तुम्हें, सबने मान लिया॥
Meaning
The ancient sages always worshipped you, and in this modern era too, everyone reveres you.
Devataon Ke Tuma Ho, Sabake Priya Sakha | Sabako Sukha Dena Tuma, Ho Yahi Varadana ||
देवताओं के तुम हो, सबके प्रिय सखा। सबको सुख देना तुम, हो यही वरदान॥
Meaning
You are the dear friend of all the gods. May your boon be to grant happiness to everyone.
Agni Deva Tumhare Bina, Yagya Adhura Rahe | Tumase Hi Saba Poshana, Jagata Ko Mile ||
अग्नि देव तुम्हारे बिन, यज्ञ अधूरा रहे। तुमसे ही सब पोषण, जगत को मिले॥
Meaning
O Lord Agni, without you, a Yajna remains incomplete. It is through you that sustenance is provided to the entire world.
Yasha Aur Veerata Tuma, Sabako Dena Ho | Tumhare Pratapa Se Hi, Sabaka Kalyana Ho ||
यश और वीरता तुम, सबको देना हो। तुम्हारे प्रताप से ही, सबका कल्याण हो॥
Meaning
Please grant glory and valor to all. It is through your divine power that everyone’s welfare is achieved.
Vishva Ke Yagya Tumase, Sada Purna Hote | Devataon Taka Pahunchai, Havya Saba Lote ||
विश्व के यज्ञ तुमसे, सदा पूर्ण होते। देवताओं तक पहुंचे, हव्य सब लोते॥
Meaning
The sacrifices of the universe are always completed through you, as you convey all the offerings to the gods.
Kavi Kratu Tuma Ho Prabhu, Satya Ke Dhama | Devon Ke Satha Tumhein, Sada Mana Grama ||
कवि क्रतु तुम हो प्रभु, सत्य के धाम। देवों के साथ तुम्हें, सदा माना ग्राम॥
Meaning
You are the divine seer-poet (Kavi Kratu), O Lord, the abode of truth. You are always worshipped alongside the gods.
Jo Bhakta Tumhein Puje, Sukha Pata Apara | Tuma Usa Para Kripa Karo, Ho Jaye Uddhara ||
जो भक्त तुम्हें पूजे, सुख पाता अपार। तुम उस पर कृपा करो, हो जाए उद्धार॥
Meaning
Whichever devotee worships you obtains immense joy. Please bless them so they achieve spiritual liberation.
Divasa Rata Tumhara, Sabako Hai Satha | Tumhare Prakasha Se Hi, Hota Jagata Prakasha ||
दिवस रात तुम्हारा, सबको है साथ। तुम्हारे प्रकाश से ही, होता जगत प्रकाश॥
Meaning
Your presence is with everyone day and night. It is by your light that the entire world is illuminated.
Yagyon Ke Raja Tuma, Amrita Ke Data | Tumhare Teja Se Hi, Hota Jagata Trata ||
यज्ञों के राजा तुम, अमृत के दाता। तुम्हारे तेज से ही, होता जगत त्राता॥
Meaning
You are the king of sacrifices and the bestower of nectar. It is by your radiance that the world is protected.
Svayam Ke Ghara Mein Tuma, Sada Vardhamana | Tumhare Pratapa Se Hi, Hota Saba Kalyana ||
स्वयं के घर में तुम, सदा वर्धमान। तुम्हारे प्रताप से ही, होता सब कल्याण॥
Meaning
You are always growing in your own abode. Through your divine glory, all welfare is accomplished.
Pita Samana Tuma Ho, Sabake Hitakari | Sukhadayi Tuma Ho Prabhu, Sabake Dukha Hari ||
पिता समान तुम हो, सबके हितकारी। सुखदायी तुम हो प्रभु, सबके दुख हारी॥
Meaning
You are like a father, working for the welfare of all. You are the giver of happiness and the remover of everyone’s sorrows.
Tumhare Satha Rahakara, Hota Sabaka Kalyana | Tumhare Pratapa Se Hi, Hota Sabaka Mana ||
तुम्हारे साथ रहकर, होता सबका कल्याण। तुम्हारे प्रताप से ही, होता सबका मान॥
Meaning
Being in your presence leads to the welfare of all. It is through your splendor that everyone receives honor.
Agni Deva Ki Chalisa, Jo Koi Nita Padhe |
Sukha Samriddhi Usake Ghara, Sada Badhe Badhe ||
अग्नि देव की चालीसा, जो कोई नित पढ़े। सुख समृद्धि उसके घर, सदा बढ़े बढ़े॥
Meaning
Whoever recites the Agni Chalisa daily, happiness and prosperity continuously grow in their home.
Benefits of Reciting the Agni Chalisa
- Purification of Mind & Body: Worshipping Agni Dev purifies the aura, removes negative energy, and heals physical blockages.
- Success in Spiritual Rituals (Homa/Yajna): Connects the devotee directly to the gods, making sacrificial prayers fruitful.
- Increased Digest Fire & Vitality: Improves digestion (Jatharagni) and boosts energy and mental clarity.
When and How to Chant the Agni Chalisa
To chant the Agni Dev Chalisa:
- Bathe and wear clean clothes. It is best to sit facing East.
- Light a sacred fire (Havan Kund) or a simple camphor/ghee lamp as a physical representation of Agni Dev.
- Offer ghee, grains, or incense into the fire while meditating on His fiery form.
- Recite the Chalisa, keeping focus on purification, truth, and spiritual ascension.
About Lord Agni
Lord Agni is the Hindu deity of fire, representing the divine messenger who accepts offerings and conveys them to the other gods. He is the guardian of the Southeast direction (Ashta-Digpala). In the Vedas, Agni is the second most praised deity, acting as the priest, divine hotar, and close friend of humanity. Riding a ram (Mesha) and holding a spear or mace, He represents light, warmth, and the digestive and intellectual fire within all living beings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Agni Dev’s role in marriages?
Lord Agni acts as the primary witness (Agni Sakshi) in Hindu weddings, where couples take seven circumambulations (Saptapadi) around the sacred fire.
Who is Agni Dev’s consort?
His wife is Goddess Svaha, and offerings into the fire are made by chanting ‘Svaha’ to ensure they reach the intended deity.
What does the vehicle of Agni Dev (a ram) represent?
Agni Dev rides a ram (Mesha), which represents fiery energy, strength, determination, and leadership.
॥ ॐ श्री अग्निदेवाय नमः ॥ • ॥ जय पावक देव ॥