Shri Roop Sakhi Ji Ki Vani is the collection of couplets by Rasik saint of Vrindavan Dham, Shri Roop sakhi of Haridasi Sampradaya.
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Those rasika saints who are deeply immersed in the sweet beauty and nectar of Śrī Śyāmā-Śyāma, dyed in the color of the abundance of supreme love, and who, having renounced all worldly relations and conquered their minds, have become completely detached ascetics.
The divine glimpse of the lotus faces of Śrī Śyāmā-Śyāma, the yearning of Their every limb for mutual union, and the gentle smile upon Their lips are utterly captivating. Making the nectar of love of Their eternal pastimes (nitya-vihāra) Their constant sustenance, this supremely wise Divine Couple (Śyāmā-Śyāma Sujāna) playfully sports at every moment in Śrī Dhāma Vṛndāvana.
In Śrī Vṛndāvana Dhāma, ever fresh with blossoming trees, creepers, fruits, and flowers, Śyāmā-Kuñjabihārī eternally relishes the supremely divine nectar of nitya-vihāra, absorbed in complete unity and ever-youthful beauty.
Absorbed in Their intimate kelī, the divine couple, Priyā–Priyatam, appear irresistibly enchanting as They become one in body and mind. The sweetness of each of Their limbs shines beautifully, and the kuñja-mahal serves as the hidden abode of Their love-filled pastimes.
O Śyāmajū (Śrī Rādhā), boundless ocean of compassion, Your divine splendor enchants even Śrī Kuñjabihārī, the crown-jewel among rasikas.
Those who are the exclusive devotees of Swami Haridas Ji keep their minds absorbed only in the rasa-keli of the divine couple, Sri Śyāmā Kuṃja bihārī in their nitya vihāra (eternal love-play). They continually behold with their eyes the sweetness of the beauty of the ever-youthful couple.
Develop love for the nitya-vihāra-rasa (the eternal love-plays of the Divine Couple), for that alone is the very essence of life for the ananya rāsika saints. By associating with such exalted rāsikas and walking in their footsteps, firm faith in this path of devotion naturally awakens within the heart.
The divine land of Shri Dham Vrindavan, adorned with precious gems, is decorated with various creepers and trees of many colors. There, the beloveds of Shri Swami Haridas Ji, the divine couple Sri Śyāmā Kuṃjabihārī, are eternally engaged in love kelī, immersed in the rasa of nitya vihāra.
O beloved ‘Pyārī Jū’ (Shri Radha), I would willingly offer even the sun and moon for your unparalleled beauty. My sole desire is to gaze day and night, unwaveringly, upon the form of you and your beloved resting upon the lovely bed in the Nikunj Palace.
Those Rasika devotees who exclusively follow Swami Shri Haridas Ji consider prema (love) alone as the supreme path. Embracing the sakhī-bhāva (the mood of a close female companion of Radha), such a soul constantly engages in lovingly serving the Divine Couple and incessantly relishes their enchanting beauty.
Shri Swami Haridasji’s beloved Banke Bihari, the one who performs Nitya Vihara in the Nikunjas is supreme among all. Only by receiving a mere sprinkle (reflection) of His divine beauty, even the ten incarnations (Dashavatar) find their radiance and manifestation.
The divine couple, Sri Shyama Shyam revel in the joyous colors of Holi, their captivating eyes drenched in the hues of divine love. Their arched eyebrows, like poised water guns, release a shower of playful glances, adorned with enchanting smiles.
The beloved deity of Swami Shri Haridas, the crest jewel among the Rasikas, is the divine couple Sri Shyama Kunjbihari, who is the treasure of the Nikunj. Their enchanting forms dwell forever within my heart, for I know no one else but them.
Glory to Shri Swami Haridas Ji, the supreme Rasika, who incarnated on this earth to reveal a unique and extraordinary path of devotion, free from the constraints of karmic rules and restrictions, rendering them insignificant in the presence of so intense divine love.
Sri Roop Sakhi says that Swami Shri Haridas Ji is unparalleled, and I repeatedly offer myself to him. His unblinking eyes are constantly fixed upon the ‘Akhand’ (uninterrupted) ‘Nitya Vihara’ (eternal love-play of the divine couple), with unwavering focus and dedication.
In the blissful “Rang Mahal” (colorful palace) of Nidhivan, the divine couple, Shri Shyama Shyam engage in joyful plays. Shri Haridasi Sakhi, the embodiment of bliss, beholds their Keli (love-play).
Focusing my mind on the lotus feet of my Priya Priytama, I sing their virtues, which are a source of immense happiness. May I illuminate my heart with the wealth of divine love from these lotus feet, which are a treasure of nectar and ever-merciful.
My Shyama Ju [Sri Radha] is eternally resplendent in the ‘Nitya Vihar’ (eternal love-play). Alongside her, Kunj Bihari (Krishna) is also resplendent, ever immersed in the nectar of her love. [1]
My proprietress is none other than Queen Shri Radha, the one who dwells in the Kunjas of Vrindavan. Kunjbihari (Sri Krishna) always fondles her lovingly and the enchanting beauty of her limbs is indescribable.
Those who wish to attain the essence of rasa devotion of Vrindavan of the divine couple Sri Bihari Biharinu Ju, should develop love for the lotus feet of Swami Shri Haridas.
