- In Sukhkarta Dukhharta Aarti, Lord Ganesha is considered as the giver of happiness and the destroyer of sorrows.
- The following lines in the aarti describe Ganaraya's form adorned with shendur, pearls and ornaments.
- At the end, it is earnestly prayed that Ganapati should protect the devotees in times of crisis.
Ganeshotsav is being celebrated everywhere in Maharashtra with great gaiety. And in every Marathi family, Shri Ganapati's 'Sukhkarta Dukhharta' aarti is said everywhere. Ganapati Aarti is a very popular aarti in Maharashtra tradition. This aarti is traditionally considered to be the composition of Samarth Ramdas Swami. Ganaraya's form, his qualities and grace towards devotees are beautifully described in this aarti. Therefore, if you understand its meaning than just saying Aarti, the devotion becomes more alive. Let us know today the clear and emotional meaning of this Aarti,
Meaning of the first bitter
'Sukhakarta Sukhaharta, news of disruption' In this line Ganapati is referred to as the god who gives happiness and removes sorrow. Here we are reminded of the nature of Vignahartya who removes the obstacles and troubles in the life of the devotees.
'Nurvi Purvi Prem Kripa Jayachi' This expresses the feeling that Ganaraya is loving and benevolent to the devotees. This line shows the devotional meaning that his blessings give the devotees mental support and confidence.
'The all-round beautiful Ooty Shendura' This line describes the beautiful form of Lord Ganesha. It is believed that due to the shendura applied on his body, his form looks more auspicious and attractive.
'Kanthi Zhalke Mal Muktafhal' It means that Ganaraya's neck is adorned with a beautiful necklace of pearls. In this line, a picture of his allegorical and pleasing form is raised.
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'Meaning of Jai Dev Jai Dev
In this area, Ganesha is hailed as Mangalmurti, the symbol of auspiciousness. '“Darshan Matre Mankasha” In this spirit, the darshan of Ganaraya is said to satisfy the desire and faith of the devotee.
Ganaraya's form in the second Kadva
Ratnakhachit Fara Tuj Gaurikumara.
Sandalwood paste Kumkumkesara
A diamond-encrusted crown looks good.
Runzhunati Nupre Charani Ghagaria
These lines describe Ganapati as son of Gauri with jeweled crown on his head, sandal-kunkva coating and nupur on his feet. That is, Ganaraya's Divya, Rajas and Prasanna form is placed in front of the devotees.
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The meaning of the last bitter
Obeisance to Lambodar Pitambar Fani.
Straight curved nose Trinayana
Path of Das Rama
Sankati pava nirvani rakshave Survar Vandana
come on In the last part, Ganapati's features like Pitambar, straight trunk, Vakratunda and Trinetra are mentioned along with the Lambodar form of Lord Ganesha. At the end, the devotee has earnestly prayed that Ganaraya would come running and protect us in times of crisis.
Main message of Aarti
The 'Sukhkarta Dukhaharta' aarti not only describes the form of Lord Ganesha, but also conveys the message of faith, hope and courage in times of adversity. That is why even today this aarti is said with special devotion during Ganeshotsav and daily worship of Lord Ganesha.