Technically a Stuti (hymn of praise) from the Vinaya Patrika by Tulsidas, this is widely performed as an Aarti. It is essential for Ram Navami and for seeking strength, righteousness (Dharma), and protection from fear (Bhava Bhaya Harunam).

• Select a clean, distraction-free spot. • Light a diya (lamp) and incense sticks. • Offer fresh flowers to the idol or picture. • This is usually recited with a steady, marching rhythm. • Light camphor (Kapoor) for this Aarti, as it leaves no residue, symbolizing total surrender to Rama. • Often followed by the chant “Siyavar Ramchandra Ki Jai”

श्रीरामचन्द्र कृपालु भजु मन, हरण भवभय दारुणं Shri Ramchandra Kripalu Bhajman, Haran Bhavabhaya Darunam Meaning: O Mind, worship the compassionate Rama, who removes the terrible fear of life/death.

नवकंज-लोचन, कंज-मुख, कर-कंज, पद कंजारुणं Navakanj-Lochan, Kanj-Mukh, Kar-Kanj, Pad Kanjarunam Meaning: His eyes, face, hands, and feet are like new blooming lotuses.