Bhaj man Karunanidhan
Lyrics and meaning.
About this composition
Complete lyrics, transliteration and meanings
| Section | Original script | Transliteration | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sthayi | भज मन करुणानिधान | Bhaj man Karunanidhan | Mind, worship Karunanidhan, the treasure of compassion. |
| Sthayi | सुख संपद एक धाम | Sukh sampad ek dhaam | The one abode of happiness and prosperity. |
| Sthayi | शरणागत वत्सल प्रभु | Sharanaagat vatsal prabhu | The Lord cherishes those who seek shelter. |
| Sthayi | पूरत सब मन सुकाम | Purat sab man sukaam | He fulfils all the heart’s good desires. |
| Antara | मंगल सुखदायक प्रभु | Mangal sukhadaayak prabhu | The Lord brings auspiciousness and happiness. |
| Antara | अखिल जगत नायक विभु | Akhil jagat naayak vibhu | The all-pervading ruler of the whole world. |
| Antara | अंतरयामी अविकल | Antarayaami avikal | The knower within, complete and unchanging. |
| Antara | निरगुन कर चतुर ध्यान | Niragun kar Chatur dhyaan | Chatur, meditate on the one beyond attributes. |
Word notes
Sharanaagat describes one who has sought refuge, and vatsal expresses tender care. Vibhu conveys all-pervasiveness, while antarayaami names the knower within. Niragun points beyond defining qualities.