Shri Chaturdas Ji

Shri Chaturdas Ji, a Rasik devotee of Swami Haridasi Parampara and a disciple of Shri Lalit Mohini Dev.

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1. Lalitmohini Kripa Kari - Shri Chaturdas Ji Ki Vani, Siddhant Ki Saakhi (13)

   Shri Chaturdas Ji reveals that, by the grace of his Gurudev, Shri Lalit Mohinidas Ji, he is continually blessed with the vision of the divine couple, Sri Shyama Kunj Bihari, in their eternal love-play (Nitya Vihara). He emphasizes that the only way to attain this sacred vision is by renouncing all filthy material matters, seeking refuge in the holy land of Shri Vrindavan Dham, and dedicating oneself entirely to this exclusive devotion.

2. Shrivrindavan Sahaj Samaj - Shri Chatur Das Ji, Shri Chaturdas Ji Ki Vani, Ras Ke Pad (2)

   O friend, the natural beauty of Shridham Vrindavan is truly enchanting and eternal, untouched by the passage of time across the three realms. Free from any material imperfections, it radiates gloriously upon this earth, its land adorned with exquisite gems and jewels.

3. Shriswami Haridas Bhaji Siddh Hoi Sab Kaam - Shri Chaturdas Ji Ki Vani, Siddhant Ki Saakhi (11)

   Shri Chaturdas Ji advises, “O mind, engage in the devotion of Shri Swami Haridas Ji, through Nitya Vihara Upasna. By practicing devotion with this sentiment, all desires will be automatically fulfilled, and one will surely attain the vision of the divine couple, Shyama Kunjbihari.”

4. Jaa Sukh Naina Sukh Dhake - Shri Chaturdas Ji Ki Vani, Siddhant Ki Saakhi (7)

   The nectar that deprives the eyes of their happiness is not true happiness. True happiness is that which permanently heals the pain of separation.

5. Shriswami Haridas Bhaj - Shri Chaturdas Ji Ki Vani, Siddhant Ki Saakhi (10)

   Shri Chaturdas advises his mind, Oh, mind! Engage in the devotion of Swami Haridas by constantly contemplating the 'Nitya Vihar' of the divine couple. This world is as false as a dream, so don't get caught up in its cycle, for here, there is not even a trace of peace or happiness.

6. Biography of Shri Chaturdas Ji

   Swami Chaturdas Ji was born on the sixth day of a bright fortnight in the month of Bhadra (Sept) in 1753 in a Chaturvedi family of Mathura in the Etawah district of Uttar Pradesh.

7. So Sukh Vrindavipin Hai Mula Aadidrum Jais - Shri Chaturdas Ji Ki Vani, Siddhant Ki Saakhi (6)

   Whatever happiness is seen in the world, its source is Sri Vrindavan. Shri Chaturdas ji says that the Sacharis like Lalita, continuously behold the ever-youthful divine couple, Shri Shyama Kunjbihari, as their eternal source of bliss.

8. Shri Swami Haridas Bhajo Man, Shri Haridas Bhajo - Shri Chaturdas Ji Ki Vani, Siddhant Ki Saakhi (9)

   Shri Chaturdas advises his mind, "Oh, mind! Engage in the devotion of Swami Haridas by constantly contemplating the 'Nitya Vihar' of the divine couple. Refrain from finding faults in others, instead, look at your own imperfections. This introspection will bring a sense of shame upon yourself.”

9. Priyalal Dekhi Man Phule - Shri Chaturdas Ji Ki Vani, Ras Ke Pad (3)

   Lalji (Sri Krishn), is overwhelmed with joy as he beholds Priyaju (Sri Radha). He is entranced, swaying in the ocean of nectar, captivated by her divine form, repeatedly.

10. Surati Samani Roop Mein - Shri Chaturdas Ji Ki Vani, Siddhant Ki Saakhi (8)

    Within the realm of form, love finds its abode, and within love, form seeks shelter. Both love and form are intertwined. Shri Chaturdas ji expresses that upon beholding the divine couple Sri Kunjbihari Kunjbiharini, the embodiment of love and beauty, I have forever imprinted their sight in my vision.

11. Aju Ki Shobha Kahi Na Jai - Shri Chaturdas Ji Ki Vani, Ras Ke Pad (4)

    O Sakhi, words fail me as I attempt to convey the splendor of today. Swami Shri Haridasji, Sri Vithalvipul Devji, Shri Biharindevji, Shri Sarasdasji, and Shri Nagaridasji are immersed in singing the divine sweetness of Shri Radha’s beauty.

12. Kutil Lamb Kal Cheekane - Shri Chaturdas Ji Ki Vani, Siddhant Ki Saakhi (4)

    Chatur Sahchari is so enchanted by the captivating allure of the locks of Shyama Kunjbihari which are curly, long, beautiful, smooth, soft, and hanging down to ears that he willingly surrenders his life to them.

13. Sukh Ki Sandhi Samajhe Bina - Shri Chaturdas Ji Ki Vani, Siddhant Ki Saakhi (5)

    Those who remain unaware of such glory of Vrindavan, the abode of happiness, where the divine couple, Shri Radha Krishn, bestow their unceasing nectar of 'Nitya Vihar', will continue to experience nothing but suffering. Only a few wise maidens know this fact and receive this supremely blissful nectar.

14. Aaju Maha Mangal Man Mai - Shri Chaturdas Ji Ki Vani, Ras Ke Pad (1)

    O Sakhi, Today my mind is extremely delighted as both Shri Radha and Krishn are performing ‘Keli’ (eternal love-play) together as per their wish being engrossed in the divine love-bliss.

15. Alakain Chhootin Vadan Par - Shri Chaturdas Ji Ki Vani, Siddhant Ki Saakhi (3)

    Shri Chaturdas says, I always behold such a form of the divine couple Shri Shyama Kunjbihari, in which their curly black locks adorning their cheeks, and drops of perspiration adorning their faces.

16. Jo Tau Haun Sancho Bhajaun, Shri Swami Haridas - Shri Chaturdas Ji Ki Vani (2)

    O most charming Shri Radha! If I am sincerely devoted to Swami Shri Haridas Ji [i.e. devoted to Nitya Vihar devotion prescribed by Swami Haridas], then please grant me the residence of the divine abode of Shri Vrindavan incessantly.

17. Chaturdas (Shri) Haridas Kai, Adbhut Nity Bihar - Shri Chaturdas Ji Ki Vani (12)

    Shri Chaturdas says, This divine nectar of ‘Nitya Vihar’ of Swami Haridas is miraculous; what to say about others, it is even beyond the comprehension of the Vedas!

18. Chaturdas Chitt Chaump Son - Shri Chaturdas Ji Ki Vani, Siddhant Ki Saakhi (1)

    Śrī Caturadāsa Jī says that, filling your heart with complete enthusiasm, you should reside in Vṛndāvana and constantly behold the playful eternal love-plays (Nitya-Vihāra) of the divine couple, Priyā-Lāla. Beyond this pure Nitya-Vihāra, no other worldly or spiritual desire should remain within the heart.