Introduction

Janakinath ji is a form of Lord Shri Ram. Meaning of Janakinath is – Janaki i.e. husband of Sita ji. Devotion to Jankinath Ji Maharaj, the symbol of Sita-Ram’s unbreakable love and dedication, gives the devotees freedom from Jankinath Aarti worldly bonds and the experience of infinite love.

Aarti of Shri Jankinath Ji

ॐ जय जानकीनाथा,
जय श्री रघुनाथा ।
दोउ कर जोरें बिनवौं,
प्रभु! सुनिये बाता ॥ ॐ जय..॥

तुम रघुनाथ हमारे,
प्राण पिता माता ।
तुम ही सज्जन-संगी,
भक्ति मुक्ति दाता ॥ ॐ जय..॥

लख चौरासी काटो,
मेटो यम त्रासा ।
निशदिन प्रभु मोहि रखिये,
अपने ही पासा ॥ ॐ जय..॥

राम भरत लछिमन,
सँग शत्रुहन भैया ।
जगमग ज्योति विराजै,
शोभा अति लहिया ॥ ॐ जय..॥

हनुमत नाद बजावत,
नेवर झमकाता ।
स्वर्णथाल कर आरती,
करत कौशल्या माता ॥ ॐ जय..॥

सुभग मुकुट सिर, धनु सर,
कर शोभा भारी ।
मनीराम दर्शन करि,
पल-पल बलिहारी ॥ ॐ जय..॥

जय जानकिनाथा,
हो प्रभु जय श्री रघुनाथा ।
होप्रभु जय सीता माता,
हो प्रभु जय लक्ष्मण भ्राता ॥ ॐ जय..॥

होप्रभु जय चारौं भ्राता,
हो प्रभु जय हनुमत दासा ।
दोउ कर जोड़े विनवौं,
प्रभु मेरी सुनो बाता ॥ ॐ जय..॥

Why is Aarti of Shri Jankinath ji performed?

• To receive the blessings of Lord Shri Ram.
• To provide peace and purity to the mind.
• To wish for happiness, prosperity, and success in life.
• To progress on the path of spiritual progress and salvation.

Method of performing aarti (worship method)

The auspicious time for Jankinath ji’s Aarti is considered to be in the evening. Collect worship materials like lamp, camphor, incense sticks, flowers, fruits, sweets etc. for Aarti. Wear clean clothes and sit at the place of worship. Install the idol or picture of Shri Jankinath ji and start the aarti with devotion.

Shri Jankinath ji’s mantra

Om Shri Janakinathaya Namah ||

Story related to Jankinath ji

There are many stories related to Shri Janakinath ji which throw light on the wonderful character of Lord Ram and his immense compassion. One of these stories is the touching meeting of Sadhvi Shabari and Lord Shri Ram. Shabari ji had pleased Shri Jankinath with her devotion, and God himself came to her ashram to meet her.

Benefits of Shri Jankinath Ji’s Aarti

• One attains peace and tranquility in life.
• The confidence of the devotees increases.
• Along with material comforts there is spiritual progress.
• Obstacles are removed and wishes are fulfilled.

Questions related to Aarti (FAQs)

Q1: Where is the main temple of Shri Jankinath ji located? A: The main temple of Shri Jankinath ji is located in Korba district of Chhattisgarh.

Q 2 : Can Shri Jankinath ji’s Aarti be performed at home? A: Yes, you can perform Shri Jankinath ji’s Aarti at home with full devotion.

Q3: What things should be kept in mind while performing Aarti? A: While performing Aarti, your mind should be completely dedicated to God. Sing the lyrics of the Aarti with clear pronunciation.

Conclusion

Dear devotees, make Shri Jankinath Ji’s Aarti a part of your life. Your life will be blessed by the devotion of Lord Shri Ram!