Vrindavan Shatak (Shri Hare Krishn Ji)

Shri Vrindavan Shatak is written by Dandi Swami Shri Hare Krishnanand Sarasvati known as ‘Hare Krishn’ Ji glorifying Shri Vrindavan in his one hundred verses and couplets.

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1. Jaya Ho Sadaiv Shri Govindadev - Dandi Svami Shri Hare Krishnanand Sarasvati ‘Hare Krishn’, Vrindavan Shatak (1)

   All glories to Śrī Govindadeva Jī eternally, and all glories to Gopīnāth Brahmacārī.

2. Indra-Mad-Mardan Durg - Shri Hare Krishnanand Sarasvati, Vrindavan Shatak (5)

   Girirāja Govardhana stands as the divine fortress that crushed the pride of Indra, while the sacred waters of Śrī Yamunā Jī flow there like nectar.

3. Desh Deshantar Ke Anek - Shri Hare Krishnanand Sarasvati, Vrindavan Shatak (9)

   From distant lands and regions, countless souls are irresistibly drawn here, their hearts ablaze with the burning flame of love.

4. Kirtan Ke Yuth Dekh Utthi Umang Ek - Shri Hare Krishnanand Sarasvati, Vrindavan Shatak (3)

   In the sacred land of Śrī Vṛndāvan, the heart overflows with joy upon seeing groups of devotees singing in kīrtan-maṇḍalīs; a glance at Govardhan instantly evokes the memory of Lord Kṛṣṇa lifting this divine hill.

5. Vrindavan Vriksha Hain Ki Parijat - Shri Hare Krishnanand Sarasvati, Vrindavan Shatak (6)

   Are these trees of Vrindavan or celestial Parijata trees in disguise? Are these branches, or wands touched with the collyrium of divine love?

6. Mohan Tadag Bag Phool Phal Mohan Hain - Shri Hare Krishnanand Sarasvati, Vrindavan Shatak (14)

   The enchanting lakes, blooming gardens, and their fruits and flowers — all captivate the heart; the gentle cows, the majestic Govardhan Hill — everything in this sacred land is enchanting.

7. Shakti Nahi Dhruv Si Akhand Tap Kaise Karun - Shri Hare Krishnanand Sarasvati, Vrindavan Shatak (76)

   O Lord! I do not possess the strength like Dhruva to perform unwavering penance, nor do I have the devotion like Prahlāda to chant Your holy name constantly.

8. Swarg Mein Kahaan Hai Madhur Dhvani Radhe Radhe Ki - Shri Hare Krishnanand Sarasvati, Vrindavan Shatak (12)

   Where can one hear the sweet melody of ‘Rādhe Rādhe’ in heaven? Where in heaven are those enchanting bowers and forests?

9. Kantedar Karil Ke Vriksh Jis Bhoomi Par - Dandi Swami Shri Hare Krishnanand Sarasvati ‘Hare Krishn’, Vrindavan Shatak (30)

   The land is filled with thorny Karil trees, and its wells hold only salty water.

10. Kalit Kadambon Ke Kamaniy Keli Kunjon Mein - Dandi Swami Shri Hare Krishnanand Sarasvati ‘Hare Krishn’, Vrindavan Shatak (33)

    In the enchanting groves of Kadamba trees, situated along the banks of the Kalindī, where the Yamunā waters flow with sweet murmurings.

11. Bhakton Ke Vihar Hetu Bharat-Vasundhara Pe - Shri Hare Krishnanand Sarasvati, Vrindavan Shatak (10)

    For the pleasure of the devotees, on the land of Bhārat (India), Govinda Himself has brought down Goloka.

12. Jal Purna Yamuna Tikari Par Tiki Hui - Shri Hare Krishnanand Sarasvati Hare Krishn, Vrindavan Shatak (31)

    The Yamunā flows abundantly, its waters flowing on the banks; the Rās Maṇḍal stretches out amid the Vāṁśī Vāt.

13. Vrindavan Vaas Kar Raj Mein Vishraam Bhala - Shri Hare Krishnanand Sarasvati Hare Krishn, Vrindavan Shatak (88)

    Choosing to live simply in Vṛndāvan, resting on its sands, is better than chasing after fancy cushions.

14. Kaun Din Hoga Nath - Dandi Swami Shri Hare Krishnanand Sarasvati ‘Hare Krishn’, Vrindavan Shatak (77)

    O Lord, when will be the day that I will reside in Vṛndāvan? Where every morning I will wake up and bathe in the holy Yamunā river.

15. Prem Ke Samet Raho - Dandi Swami Shri Hare Krishnanand Sarasvati ‘Hare Krishn’, Vrindavan Shatak (6)

    Always remain in the company of devotees of Śrī Rādhā Kṛṣṇa with love, and immerse yourself in the waters of Śrī Yamunā lovingly.

16. Janam Hua Bhagya Se Pavitr Bhumi Vrindavan - Shri Hare Krishnanand Sarasvati, Vrindavan Shatak (79)

    A Brajwasi child articulates: We were fortunately born in the sacred realm of Śrī Dhām Vṛndāvan, a place where even the king of celestial deities yearns to be born.

17. Aisi Kya Aavashyakta Dukool Sukhkaari Ki - Shri Hare Krishnanand Sarasvati Hare Krishn, Vrindavan Shatak (79)

    Why do we need silk clothes when we can adorn our bodies with the delightful dust of Vṛndāvan?

18. Jaaye Jise Jaana Ho Himalay Tap Karne - Shri Hare Krishnanand Sarasvati Hare Krishn, Vrindavan Shatak (73)

    One who desires to embark on a journey to the Himalayas and engage in deep penance should follow their aspiration and dedicate themselves to rigorous spiritual practices in that sacred place. Similarly, those who yearn to visit the revered banks of the Gaṅgā River should go there without delay.

19. Dhany Dhany Vrindavan Basi - Dandi Swami Shri Hare Krishnanand Sarasvati ‘Hare Krishn’, Vrindavan Shatak (27)

    Blessed, blessed are the rats of Vṛndāvan, for they have the opportunity to eat prasāda of the Lord going inside the temples.

20. Svarg Se Vishesh Jahaan - Dandi Swami Shri Hare Krishnanand Sarasvati ‘Hare Krishn’, Vrindavan Shatak (92)

    The real Rasikas who are devoted to Rasa-upāsanā are more excited to visit Vṛndāvan than to visit heaven.