Meera Bhajan

An attempt to share by Pinki Purkayastha Chandrani
Updated on August 18, 2009 | () Copyleft

2007 Mira Madhurya

Short Biography

1. Introduction
Mr was a famous devotee of Shr Krisha who lived during the Bhakti period in North
India. She is best known for the poetical and lyrical compositions that she sung to Lord
Krisha. Her songs have been translated to different musical styles and languages (including
Italian opera!) The most captivating feature of her poetry is the freestyle expression of
emotions and rich description of elements of nature. Much less is known about her life in
spite of her popularity during her lifetime (inferred from the survival and popularity of her
songs over the period of 500 years). Culturally and historically, the collective cognizance of
the masses of Rajasthan was centered around exploits of conquest and bravery. Very little
information about the Bhakti luminaries of Rajasthan was documented, especially during
Mr's period that, as we shall soon discover, was pervaded with political imbalance and
wars. Hence most of the information about her life comes from tales and legends, rather than
recorded events. Following is an attempt to reconstruct the history based on information from
various sources.

2. Birth and Ancestry

Mr was the grand daughter of Rv Dd, who was the son of Rthor king Rjrv Jodh
(founder of Jodhpur). She was the only child of her father Ratnsingh. In 1454 Jodh, son of
Ramal, defeated R Kumbh (Mr's grandfather-in-law) and recovered the kingdom of
Mrvd. In 1460, Dd, the fourth son of Jodh, defeated the king Mahmd Khilji of Mlwa.
There, in 1961, he established the kingdom of Medt. His descendants were known as the
Medtiy clan. Dd was succeeded by his eldest son Rv Vramdev. Dd's fourth son,
Ratnsingh, was given 12 villages that included Kudk and Bjol. Ratnsingh first stayed at
Bjol while the construction of a fort had been started in Kudk . Kudk is about 30 km away
from Medt. When the fort was complete Ratnsingh moved to Kudk where Mr was born
sometime between 1497 and 1502. Before Mr was born, her brother Gopl had already died
in infancy. Her mother was Vrkanvr, the daughter of ruler of Gogund village, Singh Jhl.
The sanskrit word "mr" means a lake or reservoir which is the root of the word Medt and
probably Mr.

3. Childhood
Mr's mother passed away when she was about four years old. She was brought up by
grandfather (Dd) and her uncle's (Vramdev's) wife. Jaymal, the son of Vramdev, was her
close cousin. Mr's father and uncles used to remain busy in wars most of the time.
Her grandfather was very religious. He got a temple of Vishnu built in 1474 which he used to
visit during festivities with his family. He showered extreme love and care on Mr. Gajdhar
Josh, a brahmin scholar was installed as her instructor. Hence, since childhood she had got
exposure to Vaisnavism.
Once a Vaisnava visited the palace as a guest. He possessed a beautiful image of Krisha that
he used to serve day and night. Mr expressed her desire to keep it. The Vaisnava,
considering it as a childish wish, ignored her request and explained to her the difficulties and
penance one has to undergo while serving the Lord. But Mr was resolute. The sdhu left
without her knowledge with the idol lest she should beseech him more. She in turn forsook
food and water. It is said that he was instructed in dream by Krisha to hand Him over to
Mr and engage himself in meditation. The sdhu, considering a divine potency in Mr,
presented the image to her and himself left to continue his sdhan.
According to another legend, Mr witnessed a marriage procession passing through the street
in front of the palace and asked her (step)mother about it. On being answered, she further
questioned who her groom would be. The mother, in a kidding manner, pointed to the image
of Krisha that Mr coddled a lot.

4. Marriage
Rv Dd wanted her to be married to prince Bhojrj, the eldest son of king R Sng of
Chittor. Dd, however, passed away in 1514 and Vramdev acquired the kingship. Vramdev
pursued the matter and Mr was married in 1515 to Bhojrj. She was reluctant and was
emotionally pressurized by the kin to marry as her refusal would have cast great trouble on
the family. Mr took her image of Krisha with her to the in-laws' place. It is said that during
the ceremonial rounds her feet refused to move. She had to be held and made to walk. She
was given land worth 3 lakh rupees for her personal expenses. The deed in which she gave
the villages of Kasbpur and Mndal to her instructor Gajdhar Josh can still be found in
records.
Soon after her marriage the day of customary worship of Mother Shakti came when married
women pray and fast before the Goddess for a happy and prosperous life of their husbands.
Mr was asked to do the same but she refused to adhere to the family customs. This must
have upset the women folk in the palace big time.
It is said that her husband Bhojrj remarried with her consent. However, in 1522 he passed
away. After her husband's death, her father-in-law got a temple built for her in Chittor near
the Kumbh Temple. In 1526 her father and then in the same year her father-in-law passed
away battling with Babar. Mr's brother-in-law Ratnasingh (to be distinguished from her
father) succeeded his father but he too died in 1530 in a battle with another Rajpt king. This
was followed by her next brother-in-law Vikramjit taking over the throne. Vikramjit did
not like Mr's. He, in particular, objected to her mixing with the devotees of different ranks
and orders and always suspected her character. It once happened that in the middle of the
night, provoked by a messenger who informed him about strange sounds of another man
coming from Mr's room, Vikramjit rushed towards her room with a sword in his hand only
to find her praying before the image of the Lord. Clueless, he had to return futilely.
When the furiousness of the women in the palace increased beyond a point they forcefully
restrained Mr within the premises of the fortress. Finding it hard to control her they devised
ways to kill her. On one occasion her brother-in-law sent poison in the name of sacred water
that Mr drank but remained unscathed. On another occasion she was sent a venomous snake
in a basket with the message that it contained sacred stone. Mr, on opening it, found real
sacred stone placed on a cushion of flowers. Dismayed by their unfriendly words and actions,
she moved to her parental home in 1533 and started staying with uncle Vrmdev and brother
Jaimal. Hardly a year had passed since she left Chittor that, in 1533, the kingdom of Chittor
was besieged by Bahdur Shh of Gujarat. Although Vikramjit with his younger brother
Udysingh escaped and took refuge in the kingdom of his maternal grandparents, his mother
along with about 1300 women sacrificed her life in a bonfire to escape being abused by
Muslim conquerors. A year later Vikramjit regained control over Chittor but was
assassinated by the son of his own maidservant in 1535. His brother Udysingh escaped
assassination and became the next ruler. In 1537, king Rv Mldev of Jodhpur attacked
Medt and Vramdev escaped to Ajmer with Mr. When Mldev furthered his conquest to
Ajmer, Vramdev was forced to abscond to Amarsar while Mr took a detour towards
Vrindvan.
It is an interesting fact that saint Raidsa, who is considered as diksha guru of Mr, was the
guru of Bojrj's grandmother (Mr's grandmother-in-law). Raidsa passed away within two
years after Mr's marriage. This means, either he met and initiated her before she was 17 or
Mr herself took him as her Mnas guru. Another interesting observation it that she was
given the name "Rma" to chant (and) instead of "Krisha" lest she should become
sentimentally perturbed during sdhan! This supports the view that she had received
initiation from a really astute guru.
It was not less than few decades before Tulasds started writing Rmyana that Mr left
Chittor. Any suggestion of her correspondence with Tulasds before she left Chittor needs
strong justification. The verses that are claimed as Tulasds's replies to Mr's enquiry about
leaving home were written no earlier than 40 years after Mr left Chittor! Soon after the
popularity of his Rmyana and subsequently that of Tulasds, his connection with many
contemporary devotees had been fabricated. It is noteworthy though that Tulasds was of
almost same age as Mr and acquired fame much later than her! Chaitanya Mahprabhu was
about eight years elder.
5. Vrindavana
In Vrindvana Mr put up at a place on the bank of river Yamuna. A famous tale describes
how her meeting with Jva Goswam (disciple of Chaitanya Mahprabhu) took place. Jva
Goswam was on a vow not to meet and talk to any woman. He was staying at Rdh
Damodar Temple just a furlong away from the place where Mr stayed. During his presence
in Vrindvan Mr sent him a request expressing her wish to meet him and saying that she
believed there was only one man in Vrindvan i.e. Shr Krisha. As soon as this basic
Vaisnava dictum was brought to his notice, Jva Goswam relaxed his austere pledge and met
Mr heartily. Another legend states that Akbar visited Vrindvan to listen to Mr's songs
and voice. Given that he was 40-45 years younger than her, a king Akbar could have visited
her only in Dwrka during the last few years of her life, if the visit really took place at all.
Coming back to the narrative, here Vramdev was in the impression that his niece would
return after a short vacation but seeing delay he tried to called her back. Udysingh too
requested her to return to Chittor. As the number and frequency of requests increased, Mr
left Vrindvan in 1542 for Dwrka via Ajmer.
6. Dwaraka
She arrived at Dwrka in 1542. Attributing the recent turmoil in the kingdom to the
displeasure of Mr, Udysingh sent some priests to pacify her and to bring her back to
Chittor. Turned down by Mr and afraid of the king's wrath, the priests went on an indefinite
fast, so as to force her to yield to the king's wish. She finally entered the Vigrah in the
Dwrakdhsha temple in 1545.
Life-Story
1. Introduction

This short story of Mrbi has been obtained from the book titled "Bhakta Nr", a collection
of essays on five woman devotees (in Hindi language, Code: 170) published by "Gitapress,
Gorakhpur" which was written and edited by Hanumanprasad Poddar. The English
translation has been rendered by Ajay Anand.
The author has beautifully enriched his account of Mr's life at different places with some of
her own compositions elevating the emotions of the reader when he/she revisits those well
known songs placed in their logical context. It is intended to be a more narrative description
of her life than an investigatory one. We hope that readers will enjoy it. Glories to Mr and
her Giradhara.

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3. English Version

To this very day can one Love (the Lord) like Gops, she showed.
Indomitable, absolutely fearless, she sang and relished the glories to the Lord.
The crooked perceiving crookedness with their crooked mind tried to eliminate her.
Unscathed she swallowed poison as if drinking nectar.
She beat out loud the drums of devotion without any diffidence.
Relieving herself of all social norms, codes and chains, Mr worshipped only the One Lord
of her heart - Shr Giradhara. (1)

Who is unaware of the personality of Mrb ? The one exalted among devotees, who shines
among the Rjpts, by singing whose glories today millions of people are being blessed with
pure love for God, whose songs were soaked in love and devotion which themselves carry
away thousands into the stream of the joy of devotion, whose remembrance in the morning
marks an auspicious start of the day and by following whose life and deeds loving devotees
are able to witness the beauty of their beloved Shym's lotus like cloud-complexioned face;
this most menial author here attempts to extol that very living epitome of Divine Love, in
view of the fact that God Himself is not pleased by glorification of His own merits and
qualities as much as he is delighted by that of His devotees.

Mr, who graced the womenfolk of Indian Subcontinent, who herself was an Idol of
Godliness, was born in the lunar year 1558 in the village Kudaki of the Marwar region
(presently in Rajasthan). Her father Ratansingh belonged to the Rthor clan. Being the only
child of her parents she was brought up with extreme tenderness. Her heart was naturally
inclined towards spirituality since childhood. Once a wandering saint visited her home. He
possessed a beautiful image of Shr Krishna. He handed it over to Mr on her request. While
giving it to her he said, "This is the Lord Himself, lovingly addressed as Shr Giradharall.
You should regularly worship Him with affection." The guileless girl started worshipping her
Lord with a sincere heart. Although she was only ten at that time, she efficiently kept herself
busy throughout the day by attending to the Lord in different ways like bathing Him,
adorning Him, feeding Him and worshipping Him. She had learned by heart a composition of
Srads which she used to sing before the image now and then.

(Rough translation ...)
The way I can make you completely mine,
reveal that to me by becoming my friend, may the goal of my ascetic life be fulfilled.
I wish my eyes and the whole body to never be satiated of their ever growing thirst.
I wish that my unblinking eyes incessantly gaze at Your beauty and forever remain in that
manner.
I wish to never remove my eyes away from your abundant cloud like beauty.
Whom should Srds complain that his eyes have got those veils called 'eyelids'? (2)

At times Mr used to fall senseless singing the same song. Perhaps, she was able to perceive
that 'abundant cloud like beauty'!
Soon she started composing her own songs which used to flood the entire place with love
when she herself sang them before the Lord in her sweet voice. All the men and women could
witness the same love springing up in their hearts. Characterized by such divine ecstasy, five
years went by.

In the (lunar) year 1573, Mr was married to prince Bhojrj of Chittod, the eldest son of the
Sisodiy King Mahra Sng. Something atypical happened during the marriage. Mr,
being an embodiment of Love for Krishna, installed her beloved Giradhara at the dais where
marriage was to be held. Not only that, she performed the marriage rites holding
Giradharagopla with her. This served her to believe that on that very day she had been
married to the Lord also.

Somehow Mr's mother knew about the way she conducted the marriage ceremony; she
asked Mr, "Child, what insanity was that?" Smilingly, Mr replied -

Mother! In a dream I was married to Gopl.
Red and yellow was the color of my veil, maroon was the henna on my palms.
What better groom could have I found in this delusive world?
Delightfully, O Dear Giradhara, be betrothed to Mr. (3)

Witnessing her daughter's such uncommon devotion and love towards God, Mr's mother
felt glad. When her friends learned about this incident, they started taunting her with their
remarks and asked her why she kept Giradhara with her during the ceremony. Mr replied -

Why should one marry someone who was born and who'll die?
Having gone for Gopl I've secured an everlasting connubial stature. (4)

Her parents were immensely attached to her. Great fortune was conferred to her as marriage
gift; but still finding her disconsolate the mother asked, "Child, tell us what you want and
we'll get it for you." Mr replied -

Give me (if you can) my Giradharall.
It is not gemstones but some space at his lovely lotus-like feet that I seek.
If you find your heart in the nearest and dearest, be warned of impending danger.
When Mr saw the image of her Giradhara, she lost possession of all her senses. (5)

What else does a devotee need beside the treasured Lord? Her mother got the implication and
made arrangements for the throne of Shr Giradharall to be placed in Mr's palanquin.
Prince Bhojrj brought his new bride to his capital. Everywhere the denizens were greeting
and gifting each other. Seeing Mr's beauty and qualities, her mother-in-law's heart
gladdened. Preparations were made to worship the Gods according to family tradition
however Mr declined to join the service on the ground that it was impossible for her to
worship anyone except her Giradharagopl. This upset her mother-in-law a good deal who
rebuked her for her behavior, but Mr was not one who would give slightest heed to that.

Every year the kingdom observed celebrations to honor Goddess Gaur. Right from small
girls to married women would worship the Goddess with great zeal in order to either get a
nice groom or for the long life of their existing husbands. Mr was also asked to pray to the
Goddess but she, as before, refused again. All the womenfolk in the palace was displeased.
Her mother- and sister-in-law tried to persuade her but she did not listen. She expressed -

Neither to worship the revered Goddess, nor any other God.
It's made to praise only Raachhora (Giradhara), if, O mother, you could fathom my heart.
(6)

The mother-in-law did not like it. Young women tried to clarify by saying, "Friend, this ritual
is meant to pray for the long life of your husband. Every married woman should dutifully
perform it." To this Mr replied, "Friends, my husband is deathless. Only one who is
uncertain about her husband's fate should worship anyone other than Giradharagopla."
Those who could grasp the gist of these words felt blessed while most others found them
intensely contemptuous.

Prince Bhojrj was first irked at Mr's devotion and sentiments but finally her innocent heart
and purity of devotion won his heart. He got a temple build for Mr. He was a brave young
man and a great patron of literature. He used to appreciate Mr's compositions and was in
fact proud of them. No sooner did he see Mr's face brightened by divine love, he used to
find his heart drawn towards her. When Mr used to sing her new compositions before him,
his heart was filled with boundless joy.

Although Mr considered Shr Giradharall as her true husband and hence she used to spend
most of her time in His service, yet, she never brought Bhojrj's displeasure. Instead, she kept
him contended with her beautiful and gentle nature as well as selfless service. It is said that
Bhojrj remarried with Mr's consent. Mr greatly welcomed this. She always had this
concern that she could not fulfill the wishes of her husband. Now discovering her husband
satisfied with his second wife and looking at her own prospects of spending full time in
rendering a complete and dedicated service to her Giradharagopla, the Lord of Lords, Mr
was very delighted.

Mr started spending all her time in prayers and songs in the company of saints. Sometimes
she would cry in woe of separation, sometimes she would laugh at the sight of Lord during
meditation, sometimes she danced in love, thus remaining impervious to hunger and thirst.
For days she would stay in ecstasy without eating or drinking anything. If someone tried to
instruct her, she would only talk about her love for Krishna. She did not like anything else at
all. This made her body weak making the family believe that she was sick. Doctors were
called, her father himself visited her from Marwar with a doctor. Mr said to all of them -

O my friend, nobody will understand the pain that is making me crazy about the Lord.
How can I sleep on a bed of thorns?
My Lord, who sleeps on the celestial sky, given this distance, shall I ever reach him?
Only when one oneself gets struck hard one knows how painful the impact is.
Likewise only a jeweler can appreciate the true worth of a jewel.
In agony I rove around in forests looking for a cure.
Only Krishna can assuage this affliction. (7)

The doctors did examine her. But how could these meager doctors have a remedy for the ones
intoxicated by this ethereal love. Struck by the arrow of separation, Mr sang in pain -

The only true relation is association with Holy Name which can not be forsaken.
I've turned pale like a Pn. People think I'm enfeebled by some disease.
It's nothing but an omen of reunion with God.
Father showed me to a doctor.
Foolish physician doesn't know the nature of the disease that lies in the heart, not the wrist.
Go back O medic, worry no more about me.
I'm burning in the fire of separation, what can your medicines do?
Skin withers and the throat is heavy.
The ring that adorned my finger, now fits well on the wrist.
O Paph! Don't call for your beloved now and then.
If anyone afflicted by separation hears, she will give up her life for the sake of her beloved.
I move around to and fro between home and shrine and occasionally
pause in the middle and stand like wounded, everyone unaware of my agony.
I'll draw forth my heart and ask the crow to devour it before the Lord.
I only recognize my relation with the Holy Name, no other.
Mr is extremely eager to see you, O Hari! (8)

What a passion! What an obsession! What a charming aspiration! This is exactly what
controls the Controller of the world; this is the price just sufficient to pay for the All-
Possessor. This was the face value on which Mr bought Him.

O Friend, I've gauged the worth of Govind.
Some proclaim little, others find it awfully lot. Let me grab a pair of scales.
Some seek at home, others lookout in forests - Rdh and Krishna engaged in game.
It is Love that Mr paid as a price for Him. (9)

One whose mind is drawn towards the flower like feet of Shyma, like a bumblebee gets
pulled towards nectar, he/she is incapable of relishing anything else ever again. One who has
seen that unparalleled abundance of beauty even in dream, in whose heart the seed of
seraphic love has sprouted, one who has mistakenly drunk that nectar of love even once,
he/she can no longer find anything in this world desirable.

The one attached to the lord is indeed the most fortunate one,
Who disregards Ram (wealth/woman/desire) like vomitus. (10)

Mr, though a young princess and also now a daughter-in-law of a royal household, she
sacrificed her all at the feet of the enchanter of the world, Mohana, like the Gops did in the
past, by drinking this sap of love, now in a state where no entice or fear could dissuade her
from her path. With tears in her eyes and throat heavy she started praying to the idol of
Raachhoraji -

Make me thy true servant.
Relieve me of these false chores
that simply carry away all the intelligence
However hard I try to be skillful
All slips away from my hand.
Before I die helplessly, show me thy light.
I do regularly listen to the words of wisdom.
Still, more deceitful is mind.
I do regularly serve the holy ones
and engage my mind in chanting and mediation.
Show me the path to devotion,
Make Mr Your true servant. (11)

After marriage, ten years passed with such surges of devotion. In (lunar) year 1583 Prince
Bhojrj passed away. Mahra Sng too breathed his last soon. Mr's brother-in-law
Virkramajit took over the throne. Because of her love and dedication towards God, Mr was
not shaken by the demise of her husband. Instead, she passed most of her time in the holy
circle. Her devotion started touching new bounds. R Vikramajit did not like all this - her
lifestyle, unchecked entry of saints into the palace and chanting of devotional songs day and
night. He tried his best to make himself clear before Mr. Two maid servants called Champa
and Chameli were especially appointed to influence Mr and to persuade her, R's sister
Udb also tried to instruct Mr in different ways, but they all failed in their attempts to
digress her from her path. Initially, Mr politely expressed her decision before them but
finally she had to tell them in plain absolute words -

I refuse to be lorded over by anyone.
Listen carefully friends, hereby, I express my mind before you.
Aloof from the world, in the company of holy ones, I get divine bliss of Hari.
Let my body and wealth slump, I'm ready to sacrifice my life.
My mind is always engaged in remembrance of my Lord. That's why I silently listen to all
your jives.
Mr's true lord is only one - Giradhara and the Guru - her only shelter. (12)

Mr's associates pressed further, "Mr, you love God, that's fine. No one will have any
objection to that, to abandon all family honor, to mix with holy men and to sing and dance
before them all the time is not a behavior that befits someone at your stature. The king is
already agitated at this." Mr replied(addressing to the whole community)-

What can anyone do to me? Let them live with displeasure.
My songs to the Lord shall not cease.
A furious King can only expel me from his territory,
where'll I go if Hari is displeased?
I'll valiantly beat the drums of devotion,
Sailing the ship of the name Rma,
I'll reach beyond physical reality.
Mr in the shade of dark Giradhar,
shall never leave the hold of His lotus feet. (13)

What an unshakable determination? What a firm belief? What a courage? What an
uncommon spirit of sacrifice? Ud and the maids came to instruct, but when they observed
Mr's pure love and devotion, their own minds were captivated by that. They also painted
themselves in that same hue of Love. In the end R sent forth a cup of venom in guise of
sacred water to Mr. Hearing the name of sacred water Mr drank it with love. God kept his
words, the poison became nectar, Mr came out unharmed. Marvelous! What not is possible
by the mercy of Lord?

Venom changes to nectar, enemy turns friend.
A pit becomes an ocean, fire loses its warmth. (14)

Mr sang in a lover's daze -

I knew that R sent poison.
The lord preserved my honor, milk separated from water.
Unless gold is rubbed, there is no glitter.
I renounced my own family, who can be more destitute and lonely than me?
Since I am sold to Hari, I choose to serve with my body and mind only His true
devotees.(approximate)
To worship her lord Shr Giradhara, Mr takes shelter at the feet of His devotees. (15)

Mr started dancing -

"Mr dances with anklets on her feet ..."

To his astonishment, R learned about Mr's survival after being poisoned. Everyone
exclaimed, "In this age of darkness, how could another Prahlda be born?"

Mr started spending all her time in singing songs and praises. No sleep, no hunger, no
body-consciousness, she used to cry all the day and sing.

I find no comfort unless I see you.
You are my life. How can I survive in your separation?
I don't feel like eating or sleeping. A constant thirst torments me.
I wander like a wounded. No one is aware of my pain.
The day is wasted in eating and the night sleeping.
The life is wasted drooping and the eyes are wasted crying. (16)

At night, shutting the doors of the temple, Mr used to dance before the Lord like anything,
as if lord himself appeared before Mr and spoke to her. People in the palace started making
their own stories. Fellow women enquired - "Mr, you are a young woman, whom do you
wait for all the day, for whom do you sob all the day long?" Mr sang in trance -

My eyes have weakened crying for you.
Since the day you left me, I've never felt any comfort.
Your sweet words stimulates waves of excitement in my nerves.
I anxiously wait for Hari. The night takes eternity to elapse.
Whom should I express my sorrowful tale of separation? The time passes in muttering.
When will Mr's Lord meet her to dispel her sorrow and grace her with happiness. (17)

The maids explained, "Ma'am, you are right, your feelings are genuine, but that can put your
reputation in danger." Mr replied, "What should I do? It is not in my restraint anymore."

O friend, my eyes acquired a new obsession of
the beautiful form of Lord, that never recedes from my heart.
Since long had I been standing in my palace... waiting... looking at the alley...
Mr simply offered herself to Giradhara, people think she's insane. (18)

Such a hallowed passion is not easy to comprehend. It's very likely that one will understand it
according to what is already in one's mind. Thus people just overstated and concocted tales. It
is human nature to witness those faults in others that one oneself carries. Someone whispered
to the King that Mr had lost her integrity. All the day she wailed for someone in disguise of
a wretched, but at night one could hear voice of a man coming out from her chamber.
Certainly, there is something suspicious somewhere.

This information set R's heart to inferno. That very night he proceeded to Mr's palace
with an unsheathed sword in hand. He found the palace doors closed. He himself heard a
male voice. It is difficult to comment if it was R's hallucination due to his strong
conviction or it was really God's own marvel. Nevertheless, R got the doors opened
immediately. What he encountered was a Mr sitting engrossed in love. Nobody else could
be seen. R sought Mr's attention and asked, "Who was there in the room, tell me." Mr
gave a spontaneous reply, "My witty Lord, who else? Who else is there in this world beside
Him? Who else could come?" R did not understand the implication of Mr's words. He
ordered an exhaustive search throughout the palace but nothing questionable was found. In
the end he had to return shamefaced. Mr sang this song -

I am colored in the shade of Krishna, O King.
Having ornamented myself, wearing ankle-bells, I dance before the Lord relinquishing all
social norms.
The wickedness of mind has been completely cleansed by virtue of the association of holy
ones. Thus I acquired a state of true devotion.
This way, singing the glories to the lord day and night I escaped the grip of time.
(Grip of 'time' has been described as grip of serpent.)
Without my Lord entire world seems tasteless and everything meaningless.
Mr found only the devotion to Shr Giradhara relishable. (19)

Another one she sang -

Stay steadily in my vision O Son of Nanda
Your attractive form, dark face, big eyes -
On the lips glitters flute filled with honey like melody
On the neck a wreath made up of Baijanti flowers
Small bells decorate the waist, anklets produce a sweet sound
Mr's Lord assumes this all-attractive form only to please the hearts of the virtuous ones; He
looks after them the way He protects cows. (20)

R's mind was already captivated by pleasures and comforts of the world. Already covered
with layers of false attachments, that sullied mind failed to retain any impression cast by
Mr's enlightening words. R returned to his palace. Mr continued her religious
discussions in the assembly of sages and holy men as usual leaving all concern for family
honor. One day a rogue in the semblance of a saint approached her and said, "I have been
sent to you by Giradharall. He has asked me to make love with you." Mr responded,
"Well, have something to eat first." She respectfully fed him. Then she ordered a cot to be
placed in the middle of the assembly. That done, she said, "Please advance." The scoundrel
muttered in her ears, "Men and women do not couple like this in public." Mr laughed, "Is
there any lonely place where my Giradhara doesn't abide. Then all the Gods (Sun, Moon etc)
bear witness to everyone's good or bad deeds. The messengers of death are always present
everywhere keeping an eye on our deeds. When so many individuals surround us then this is
just an assembly of pious devotees of the Lord. Whom to feel shame from?" When Mr
candidly replied in this manner before everyone, that scoundrel was embarrassed. When
people started scorning him, his fancy was broken. He held her feet and begged forgiveness
for his sins and asked for the way to his salvation. Mr replied with warmth,

Oh my mind, hold on to the feet of Lord Hari.
They are beautiful, soothing to the heart, gentle like lotus, soft and they assuage the threefold
(daihik, daivik, bhautik) miseries of world.
Because he touched these feet, Prahld acquired the dominion of Indra.
These feet made Dhruva's spirit resolute. They are the shelter of homeless.
These feet are the source of creation of the world and they have filled it thoroughly with
heavenly glory.
These feet conquered the serpent Kaliya. They danced with the Gops.
These feet carried the load of Gobardhana to shatter the pride of Indra.
Mr is the servant of Lord Giradhara whose feet are the boat to cross the unreachable shore
beyond worldly existence. (21)

Then she added,

Drink the nectarean name of Rma O Mind.
Rather spending time in the association of bad elements, spend some time listening about the
Lord.
Cast lust, anger, pride, greed and attachment out of your heart.
And drench your self with the color of Mr's Lord Shr Giradhara. (22)

After listening to Mr's words that swindler became a true renunciant.

It is said that tales about the popularity of Mr's songs reached the ears of King Akbar, who
in the disguise of a Vaisnava visited Mr with his royal courtier Tnsen and was so
impressed by the devotion of Mr that he offered an expensive necklace to Raachhorj
before he departed. This instigated controversial talks among people. R, further enraged,
sent a serpent in a creel claiming that it contained slgrm (sacred stone representing
Vishnu). Hearing about slgrm Mr's eyes grew wide. With great excitement she opened
the box and found a real beautiful idol with a charming flower garland. Excited, Mr started
dancing:

Mr has lost herself in her songs for her Lord.
A snake in a basket was sent to her by the King.
After her sacred ablutions, when she looked in, she found a beautiful idol.
---
Mr's Lord has always been helpful and taking care of all the obstacles.
In her engrossment praising the lord, Mr sacrifices her all at the feet of Giradhar. (23)

R tried many other maneuvers to steer Mr off her path, to make her fall from her state of
higher being, but all in vain. When R became a real pain in the neck, Mr wrote a letter to
Gosn Tulasids asking for his directions:

O Blessed One! Master of all virtues, your presence extirpates all vices,
I prostrate before you again and again, please relieve me of my ocean of sorrows.
All the folks at home are deeply agitated.
They give me great distress and discourage me from visiting the gatherings of holy people.
But I can not stop that because my attachment towards saints has ever been soaring.
Since childhood has my friendship with Giradhar grown.
You are bestower of peace and happiness on His devotees; father-figure to me.
Please write explaining what should I do? (24)

Saint Tulasds replied with the following well-known verse:

Those who do no love Lord Rma and his consort St,
no matter how cherished, they should be withdrawn from
and avoided like a ferocious foe.
Prahld left his father (Hiranyakashipu), Vibhshan forsook his brother (Rvana), Bharat
renounced his mother (Kaikey),
Bal refused to obey his Guru (Shukrchrya) and the damsels of Vraja did cast their
husbands aside. Not only did they receive bliss, their names became blissful for the entire
world.
Those who are ready to accompany you on the path of love for Shr Rma are the only true
friends and benefactors.
That's not called an eyeshadow which blinds the vision!
Having said that, Tulas recognizes only them to be true well-wishers, respectable and dearer
than life
who have unwavering faith in the feet of Shr Rma. (25)

After receiving this letter, Mr decided to move to Vrindvana. R was pleased at this but
Ud and other friends were shocked. They tried to dissuade Mr from her decision. Mr
replied -

Friend, I'll relinquish everything.
And do only that what pleases my Lord.
Pure, contended and balanced I'll be.
I'll meditate on the One Without Blemish.
I'll soak up the knowledge imparted by my Master and seat it on my heart.
With extreme affection I'll sing in honor of Lord, closely keeping His feet clasped.
Let my whole body resonate like a trumpet. By its notes, I'll sing the names of my Lord with
my tongue.
Mr's lord is Shr Giradhara, she's resolved to stay in the company of His pious devotees
only. (26)

Mr took no notice of their requests. Without wasting any time, she left the palace and set
out for Vrindvana. Those who are on the journey to the home of their beloved do not look
back. How glorious! Here's Mr, running in excitement by the power of the love for that all-
attractive Krishna. Finally, she reached Vrindvana and there in order to obtain darshana of
Krishna, she started looking around in forests singing songs of separation. Anybody who saw
her would oneself get swayed by that love. Mr used to sing -

The desire of seeing Rma has overcast my heart. I look at the way now and then.
In his absence, I'm not able to appreciate anything. My eyes are restless.
So many days passed suffering. This noose of loneliness refuses to loosen.
Now dear! Don't delay; be merciful on your humble subject.
My sad eyes long for a view and my bosom just can't breathe.
Day and night only one thought surrounds my heart - When will Hari keep me close to Him.
Now this attachment shall never diminish. What then makes you uphold this partial
demeanor?
When shall we meet? Seeing you will bring my heart great satisfaction. (27)

Mr used to cry and sing -

When water dries up, fish can not survive.
Such is Mr's fate,
unless you show mercy and appear before her.
I forsook all happiness and comfort for you, even now you keep me parched.
I've reached where there's no returning. Now you shall accept me and keep me close to your
feet. (28)

Pie-eyed in love, Mr used to sing similar songs of separation. When an impatient devotee
calls the Lord, the Lord is also equally impatient to appear before the devotee. One day Mr
was singing -

O Flute player, come to my land.
I remember your dark face and lovely form.
You said that you would come but that was just a sweet promise.
Faded are the marks on my fingers, counting moments in your separation.
I'm a forlorn since long, our love time-honored.
Without any soap or solvent, I've been cleansed to core.
As an ascetic I moved around in forests, yet failed to find your trace.
My attachment to you has made me a renunciant.
Peacock feather, yellow garments, curls on hair adorn your face.
If Mr is fortunate enough to see her Giradhara, this grief shall surely vanish. (29)

Devotees possess the virtue to bind the lord. The lord was left with no option. Seeing His
beautiful form, Mr was entranced. She began to dance and sing -

I had the opportunity to see Giradhr today.
Sweet voice, astounding beauty and a glance flying freely.
He was playing his flute in the thickets.
When he sings, waves of melody fill the atmosphere with colorful sounds.
Girdled by cowherd boys, he sings; and dances as well.
Ah! That winsome form!
My impressions of that sight do not fade. In the heart they remain, firm and intact.
I offer my body and mind to that expanse of beauty.
Abandoning all concerns for honor and prestige, I effusively scanned that all-endearing
figure.
His presence sanctified the whole tulasi grove afresh.
Mr offers herself to the supreme dancer, ever youthful, dear Giradhara. (30)

Drunk with the wine of love, Mr continued -

The moment I had the glimpse of the son of Nanda,
since then I've failed show concern for this or the world after.
A crown of peacock feather adorns the head,
a mark of saffron on forehead enchants the three worlds,
the way he stands in his bent posture and his glance have some magic,
that sparrows and bees, fish and fawn, all stand absorbed.
Lips red like berry - eyes shining like sun - sweetness of smile -
teeth bright like lightning - small bells on anklets
that produce extraordinarily sweet sound,
and above all - the lotus like feet of Giradhara
have captivated Mr's mind. (31)

Whose sanity could remain unshaken at the sight of such a treasure of beauty as that was.
Whosoever saw it, lost all senses.

Having seen Rdh and Krishna with her own eyes,
Mr turned more, and more, nay, absolutely crazy. (32)

Just like an insane, she began to witness her lord all around, and started wandering, singing
wherever she went -

I have no one beside my Giradhara.
My husband is the one crowned with a peacock feather.
Parents, siblings, friends, no one's my own.
Now when I have dropped all care about prestige and honor, what can anyone do.
In the company of holy men, my social honor has been lost.
I tore away my soft cloth and put on coarse rugs.
Discarding gems and pearls, now I have hung a necklace of wild flowers around.
With the tears from my eyes, I watered the creeper of love.
Now the vine has spread and borne the fruit of joy.
I churned the milk with extreme love.
Having skimmed the butter, it doesn't matter who collects the buttermilk.
A flare of devotion delights me. I wail at the sight of world.
Mr serves her lord Shr Giradhara who alone can deliver her. (33)

Another song she used to sing -

O Shyma! Keep me at your service.
As your housekeeper I will plant gardens and groves. Everyday I will get up and have a good
look at you.
I will sing glories to Govinda in the verdurous lanes of Vrindvana.
Your presence will be my reward, your remembrance the remuneration for my services and
in the end I will inherit the fortune of devotion - all three conditions sound reasonable.
High palaces I'll build separated by rows of plants in series.
Draped in a red sari, I will have darshana of dark Shyma in those groves.
A yogi comes to practice yoga, a renunciant to perform austerities,
a holy man sings Lord's glory - all these the residents of Vrindvana.
Mr's is the sober and composed Lord who always maintains his tranquility.
He appeared in the middle of the night beside the love-brook.(34)

While in Vrindvana, Mr once paid a visit to Jva Goswmi, one of the exalted disciples of
Chaitanya Mahprabhu. The Goswmi responded through a messenger that he did not
associate with women. Mr replied, "Sire! Until today I believed there was only one manly
figure is Vrindvana, Shr Krishna and everyone else was a Gop. Today you have appeared
here as another contender." Hearing Mr's reply, that expressed the gist of all Vaisnava
philosophy, the Goswmi ran bare foot and welcomed her with love and respect.

Many of her songs indicate that she was a disciple of illustrious devotee Saint Raidsa; but
from one song it appears that she was connected to the succession of Vaisnavas of Shr
Chaitanya sect and possibly Jva Goswmi was her Guru. It is very probable that she might
have received initiation from both of them at different times. Her song glorifying Chaitanya
Mahprabhu goes as follows:

Now the flame of love for Holy Name has lighted.
Whom the whole world knows as a butter-thief declares himself a dispassionate ascetic!
Where did he leave his flute and where did he leave those cowherd girls?
With shaved head, sacred thread around his waist and a cap on his head,
is this the one whose feet mother Yashod tied to restrain his stealing habits?
That dark boy assumed a fair form of Chaitanya,
and shows disinterest in yellow cloth and wears loincloth!
Mr, his servant, chants with her tongue imbibed in the Holy Name(35)

After a short stay at Vrindvana, Mr left for Dwrak to spend her time regarding and
glorifying Shr Raachhora. It is said that once R went to Dwrak to call Mr back to
Chittor. Many tragedies had befallen Chittor since Mr left that place. People attributed it to
the disrespect shown by R to a genuine devotee like Mr. R wanted to seek
forgiveness and take Mr back to Chittor. But Mr would not agree to return at any cost.

Mr said -
O R, what can I do, my love for the lord has continued over lives. Without the name of
Rma, my perturbed heart finds no rest.
---
Daughter of Rthoras, braided to Sisodiyans,
is back to her true home - Vaikuntha. No one listened to me at that time. (36)
R had to return empty-handed. Mr began to sing to the lord -

I am dyed in the color of my Giradhara.
Other women write to their husbands when they are away.
My beloved lives in my heart. I talk to him day and night.
Dressed and scented with sandalwood, I went to the bushes in trance to meet him.
There I ran into Mohan, and on top of that, he put his hands around me with love.
Others rely on wine to get high. I'm already intoxicated by love, and roam around, all the
time, in daze.
I set light to the lamp of devotional service (dance and meditation). For wick I placed my
dedicated mind
in a vessel filled with Inconceivable oil. My lamp burns day and night.
Never do I miss the opportunity to see Hari on the way to my parental home or the way back.
Mr applies her mind on the lotus feet of her lord Giradhara. (37)

She approached the temple of Shr Dwrakdhsha and began singing in ecstasy of love -

Please do deliberate over my condition (or my prayer).
There is no one my own. Other than you, who will take care of me?
There is no appetite during the day and no rest at night. The body declines every moment.
O prized Giradhara, when You come, do not leave me again. (38)

Another song she sang -

Now is the time you have to prove that you are true to me. Accept me as your own and
preserve my honor.
You are omnipotent. Epitome of success. My only support.
The waves of the ocean of existence are strong indeed. You are a ship.
You are the Supreme Master, the plinth that supports this world. Can anyone succeed if that's
not your will?
In all ages you relieved the sufferings of the devotees and bestowed liberation on humankind.
I have come to your feet and it is now your turn to honor my love. (39)

Saying so she began to dance and finally merged in the image of Lord Raachhoraji.

She danced with anklets (on her feet). She sang with cymbals (in her hands).
And in no time she dissolved in the Lord. Who perceived the whole world no more valuable
than a blade of grass,
the son of Nanda assimilated her in him.
To our own benefit, all that could be seen was the end of her cloth left on the Lord's mouth.
(40)

It is said that around lunar year 1630, her body merged in God. She authored many literary
works that are no more available today. Her songs are famous, whosoever sings or listens to
them finds oneself submerged in love. Her appearance sanctified and made more respectable
the Indian land, Hindu community and womenfolk. We offer all glories to Lord and His
devotees.

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was very delighted.









Raachhoraji -



your jives.


















social norms.




heavenly glory.

Then she added,

Lord.


dancing:

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world.
than life

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my tongue.
only. (26)


demeanor?


Such is Mr's fate,
feet. (28)

was singing -



figure.





wherever she went -



look at you.





Mr said -
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time, in daze.
dedicated mind




preserve my honor.
not your will?


(40)

devotees.

THE END
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Life-Story

1. Introduction


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manner.

years went by.










(6)



was very delighted.









Raachhoraji -



your jives.


















social norms.




heavenly glory.

Then she added,

Lord.


dancing:

---




world.
than life

replied -

my tongue.
only. (26)


demeanor?


Such is Mr's fate,
feet. (28)

was singing -



figure.





wherever she went -



look at you.





Mr said -
---

time, in daze.
dedicated mind




preserve my honor.
not your will?


(40)

devotees.

THE END
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Aisi Lagan Lagay Kahan Jasi
Ao Manamohana Ji Joun Thari Bat
Ao Manamohana Ji Mitha Thara Bol
Badal Dekh Dari
Bansivara Ajyo Mhare Des
Bhavanpati Tum Ghar Ajyo Ho
Dal Gayo Re gal Mohan Phansi
Daras Binu Dukhan Lage Nain
Gali To Chaaron Band Hui
Ghar Angan Na Suhave
Ghari Ek Nahin Avade
Gobind Kabahu Mile Piya
Hari Adham Udharan
Hari Bin Kyun Jiyun Ri Mai
Hari Bin Na Sarai
Hay Ri Main To Prem Diwani
Heri Main To Darad Divani
Ho Gaye Syam Duj Ke Chanda
Ho Ji Hari Kit Gaye
Javo Hari Nirmohida
Jogiya Ji Nisadin Jou Bat
Karuna Suno Syam Meri
Kin Sang Khelun Holi
Ko Virhini Ko Dukh Jaane Ho
Koi Kahiye Re Prabhu
Kun baanchai paati?
Maai Mhane Spne Mein
Mai Mhari Hariji Na Bujhi Bat
Main Birhani Baithi Jagun
Main Janyo Nahin
Mero Manmohana Ayo Nahin Sakhi Ri
Mhare Ghar Ao Pritam
Mhari Sudh Jyun Jano
Mharo Olagiya Ghar Ajyo Ji
Naato Naam Ko
Naina lobi re
Neend Nahi Aavai Ji Saari Raat
Papiha Re Piv Ki Bani Na Bol
Piya Bin Suno Chai
Piya Ko Bataade Mere
Piya Mohi Darsan Dijai Ho
Prabhuji The Kahan Gaye Neharo Lagay
Pyaare Darshan Deejo Aaye
Ram Milan Ke Kaj
Ram Milan Ro Ghano Umavo
Ramaiya Binu Rahyo Na Jaye
Sajan Ghar Aoni Mitha Bola
Sajan Sudh Jyun Jano
Sakhi mori neend nasaani ho
Sovat hi palaka mein
Suni Ho Maine Hari Awan Ki Awaz
Syam Sundar Par Var
The to palak ughado
Tumhre Karan Sab Sukh
Ud Ja Re Kaga
Udho Mhanre Man Ki Man Mein Rahi

A Lover's Agony

1. Aisi Lagan Lagay Kahan Jasi

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ais lagana lagya kah js
(The moment I found myself being attracted by your love, you were no longer there. Where
did you hide yourself?)

tuma dekhe bina kala na padata hai tadapha-tadapha jiva js
(This yearning to see you has put me to slowly suffer and die. Only the view of your loving
face can bring me peace.)

tere khtira jogaa hg karavata lg ks
(For sake of our sacred love, I'm ready to renounce anything. If you do not come, I'll give up
my life on the holy banks of Ganges.)

mr prabhu giradhara ngara charaakavala k ds
(Mr's lord is the all attractive Girdhara whose feet she aspires to serve.)
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2. Ao Manamohana Ji Joun Thari Bat

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o manamohan j jo thr ba
(Come O Enchanter of my heart. End the saga of my wait.)

khna-pna mohi neka na bhvai naiana lage kapa
(I no longer can savor food or drinks. My eyes keep gazing at the door.)

tuma y bina sukha nahin mere dila men bahota ucha
(Without you by my side there is no peace but a heavy turmoil in the heart.)

mr kahai main bha rvar chho nhin nira
(Mira says, "I am yours - yours alone. Your withdrawal will simply render me lonely and
helpless.")
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3. Ao Manamohana Ji Mitha Thara Bol

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o manamohana j mh thr bola
(Come, The Most Endearing One, come. Sweet like honey are your words.)

blpa k prta ramaiyj kade nhin yo thro tola
(My attachment to you has grown since childhood; you never understood that.)

darasaa bina mohi jaka na parata hai chita mero vola
(My mind is unstable. I'm not at ease with anything unless I see you.)

mr kahai main bha rvar kaho to baj hola
(Mira says she's Yours and she can acknowledge this in open if you wish her to.)
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4. Badal Dekh Dari

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bdal dekha ar ho, syma ! main bdala dekha ar
(I was daunted by the look of storm clouds.)

kl-pl gha mad barasyo eka ghar
(All sorts of gales and clouds appeared and started pouring. It rained for three hours)

jita jta j tita p p hu hu bhoma har
(All the terrain is waterlogged. Each corner apprears rejuvenated with fresh greenery.)

jk piya paradesa basata hai bhj bhara khar
(There is still someone who stands outside getting drenched waiting for the beloved who
dewlls in a foreign land.)

mr ke prabhu hari abins kjo prta khar
(O Mira's ever-standing Lord, please shore up her love towards you.)
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5. Bansivara Ajyo Mhare Des

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(Drop by my place of flute-player, your dusky complexion, drop-dead good looks.)

- kara gay svar kara gay kaula aneka
(Your promise that you'll come was what - a fair speech?)

giat-giat ghasa ga mhr galiy r rekha
(The contours on my fingers have been rubbed out, effaced counting the days I've been in
separation.)

main bairgia dik j thre mhre kadako sanesa
(I've been your lover before the Epics, and our love has breathed for ages.)

bina p bina sbua svar hoya ga dhoya sapheda
(Washed neither in soap nor water, I rose pure and lustrated.)

jogaa hoya jangala saba her ter nma na py bhesa
(I disclaimed everything and wandered in forests. I did not find any trace.)

ter surata ke kraa mhe dhara liy bhagav bhesa
(For your desire, I've dressed myself in ochre and become a yogi.)

mora-mugaa ptmbara sohai ghgharavl kesa
(Having encountered that all-attractive form, crowned with a peacock-feather, dressed in
canary-yellow, with hair that have beautiful cowlicks and curls,)

mr ke prabhu giradhara miliy dno badai sanesa
(Mr's love for Giradhara grew twofold.)
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6. Bhavanpati Tum Ghar Ajyo Ho

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bhavanapati tuma ghara jyo ho
(O Lord, My World, come back home.)

bith lag tana mahine mhr tapata bujhjyo ho
(This sadness that surrounds me on all sides will diminish by your touch.)

rovata rovata olat saba raina bihvai ho
(All night I cried and rambled in uneasiness.)

bhkha ga nidar ga pp jva na jvai ho
(Hunger left me. Sleep forgotten. Ah! This sinful life does not go.)

dukhiy k sukhiy karo mohi darasaa djai ho
(Turn my sadness to joy. Bless me with your countenance.)

mr bykula biraha aba bilama na kjai ho
(Mr feels distraught and isolated in your absence.)
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7. Dal Gayo Re gal Mohan Phansi

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(The all-attractive Krishna has thrown a noose around my neck.)

ch s al para mehud barasata
(I am standing on the rooftop. It has been a heavy downpour.)

bnda lag jas tra k gs
(The drops spike like an arrow.)

ambuv k l para koyala bolata
(Somewhere in the mango-grove sings a koel.)

mahro to marano bhayo thr bhay hs
(While I am dying here, You stand aside and laugh.)

mr ke prabhu giradharangara
(Mr addresses to her lord Sri Giridhar)

the to mer hkura main to thr ds
(Your are my master and I, your maid.)
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8. Daras Binu Dukhan Lage Nain

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darasa binu dkhaa lge naina
(My eyes have weakened crying for you.)

jabase tuma bichhude prabhu more kabahu na pyo chaina
(Since the day you left me, I've never felt any comfort.)

sabada suata mer chhatiy kpai mhe lgain baina
(Hearing your sweet words stimulates waves of excitement in my nerves.)

biraha kath ks kah sajan baha ga karavata aina
(Whom should I express my sorrowful tale of separation? The time passes in muttering.)

kala na parata pala hari maga jobata bha chhams raina
(I anxiously wait for Hari. The night takes eternity to elapse.)

mr ke prabhu kaba ra miloge dukha meaa sukha daina
(When will Mira's Lord meet her to dispel her sorrow and grace her with happiness.)
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(How shall I reach the Lord when all the lanes are closed?)

ch-nch rha lapal pva nahn haharya
(The path is tortuous and uneven. My feet find no place to rest.)

socha socha paga dhar jatanase bra bra iga jya
(Despite of each step being taken with great effort and deliberation, I fall down.)

ch nch mahala piy k mhs chahyo na jya
(I just can not move up the uneven pathway to the palace of my Lord.)

piy dra pantha mhro jho surata jhakol khya
(The Lord dwells far away and the trail is narrow, a strong wind blows against the face OR
the memory gets deluded OR the roads are baffling.)

kosa kosapara pahar bey paina paina baamra
(There is heavy security positioned every mile apart. Lurking plunderers threaten at each and
every step.)

he bidhan kais racha dn dra basyo mhro gva
(My home is situated far away from my Lover's. Why did the fate destine my life this way?)

mr ke prabhu giradhara ngara sataguru da batya
(In this hour of despair, Mr's guru finally showed her the way.)

jugana-jugana se bichhad mr ghara men ln lya
(And the one who was separated ages ago was finally brought back home.)
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(Worthless is a life devoid of Love.)

dpaka joya kah kar sajan ! piya paradesa rahve
(When my Love is far away, let there be darkness all around. I shall not light the lamp.)

sn seja jahara jy lge, sisaka sisaka jiya jve
(Empty bed with thorns spread, life passes in crying.)

naia nidar nahi ve
(Sobbing eyes find no sleep.)

kadak bh main maga jo, nisa dina biraha satve
(I have always been waiting for Him knowing not how to relieve myself of this anxiety that
torments me day and night.)

kah kah kachhu kahata na ve hivado ati ukalve
(What should I say? My heart is impatient.)

hari kaba darasa dikhve
(When will Hari show me His face.)

aiso hai ko parama saneh, turata saneso lve
(Somebody help me! Tell me the whereabouts of my beloved.)

v biriy kada hos mujhako hari hasa kanha lagve
(When will those moments come when Hari embraces Mira with joy)

mr mili hor gve
(and listens to her happy song about their union.)
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ghad eka nahin vade tuma darasaa bina moya
(I find no comfort unless I see you.)

tuma ho mere praj ks jvaa hoya
(You are my life. How can I survive in your separation?)

dhna na bhvai nnda na vai biraha satvai moya
(I don't feel like eating or sleeping. A constant thirst torments me.)

ghyala s ghmata phir re mero darada na jai koya
(I wander like a wounded. No one is aware of my pain.)

divasa to khya gamiyo re raia gam soya
(The day is wasted in eating and the night sleeping.)

pra gamy jhrat re naina gamy roya
(The life is wasted drooping and the eyes are wasted crying.)

jo main ais jat re prta kiy dukha hoya
(If I had known that love inflicts great suffering)

nagara ahahor pherat re prti karo mata koya
(I'd have made it well known and warned everyone not to ever fall in love.)

pantha nihr agara bahr bh mraga joya
(I sweep the path, stand at the door and keep on gazing at the way waiting for you.)

mr ke prabhu kaba ra miloge tuma miliy sukha hoya
(When will You come to Mira? Your visit will bring her a great joy.)
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gobinda kabahu milai piy mer
(When'll I meet my sweet Gobinda?)
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charaa-kavala ko hasa-hasa dekh rkh nai ner
(I'll be extremely delighted to see His lotus feet. I'll keep them in front of my eyes, always.)

nirakhaak mohi chva ghaero kaba dekh mukha ter
(I have a great desire to see you. When'll I have the view of your beautiful face?)

bykula pra dharata nahin dhraja mila t mta saber
(Thirsting soul is about to give out, O friend, do not delay.)

mr ke prabhu giradhara ngara tpa tapana bahuter
(Mira request her Giradhar to come to her. This separation is burning her alive.)
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(O Hari, you are known as the supreme absolver)
adhama udhraa saba jaga traa
(who levitates the whole world.)

gajak araja garaja uha dhyyo
(You vigilantly listened to the elephant's (Gaja) call.)
sankaa padayo taba kasha nivraa
(You relieve the biggest of troubles.)

drupadasutko chra badhyo
(You dispensed the robe to Draupadi)
dssanako mna pada mraa
(and extirpated Dusashan with all his honor and title.)

prahaldak paratigy rkh
(To protect Prahlad's word)
harakusa nakha udra bidraa
(you assumed the half-man-half-lion form and ripped off Hiranyakashipu's belly.)

rikhipatanpara kirap knhn
(You bestowed mercy on Sudama's wife)
bipra sudmk bipati bidraa
(and removed his poverty.)

mrke prabhu mo bandpara
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(Then what is the reason for this delay in Mr's case?)
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14. Hari Bin Kyun Jiyun Ri Mai

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hari bina kyon ji r mi
(How can I live, without Hari?)

hari kraa baur bha jy khahi ghuna khi
(Insanity hollowed me as termites eat away wood)

aushada mla na sancharai, mohi lgyo bauri
(Medicine's no longer work)

kamaha ddura basata jalamaha, jalahi se upaji
(Frogs and turtles are born in water. They live in water)

pala eka jala kau mna bisarai tarapata mara ji
(Bring them our for a momemnt, they die.)

hari dhdhaa g bana-bana kahu mural dhuna pi
(I roamed in forests, looking for Hari, following the music of flute ...)

mr ke prabhu lla giradhara, mili gaye sukhadi
(Mr, finally, found the Lord, the giver of peace and happiness)
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15. Hari Bin Na Sarai

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hari bina n sarai r m
(My life can not persist without Hari O Mother.)

mer pra nikasy jta har bina n sarai m
(The breath is about to leave the body. It refuses to move on without Hari.)

mna ddura basata jalmen jalse upaj
(Fish and frog are born in water. In water are they supposed to spend their lifetime.)

tanaka jalase bhara kn turata mara j
(Take them out for a moment and they are no more.)

kna lakar bana par kha ghuna kh
(A log of wood lying in the forest is consumed by termites.)

le agana prabhu ra ye bhasama ho j
(If He lights only a little flame to that log, it will be sufficient for me to annihilate myself.)

bana bana hhata main phir m sudhi nahin p
(I explored the forests but couldn't find any trace of Him.)

eka bera darasaa dje saba kasara mii j
(Just once if You reveal yourself to me, all my desires and pains will vanish.)

pta jyon pl pad aru bipata tana chh
(Like a withered leaf, I've turned yellow. ???? Look, my body is fading away.)

dsi mr lla giradhara mily sukha chh
(Mira is the servant and Giridhara the master. Meeting Him will bring to her an
indescribable happiness.)
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16. Hay Ri Main To Prem Diwani

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he r main to prema dvn mero darada a je koya
ghyala k gati ghyala je jo ko ghyala hoya
jauhar k gati jauhar je k jia johara hoya
sl para seja hamr sovana kisa vidha hoya
gagana maala para seja piy k kisa vidha mila hoya
darada k mr bana bana ol baina mily nah koya
mr k prabhu pra miegi jada baida svaliy hoya

Ghayal Ki Gati Ghayal Jaane Jo Koi Ghayal Hoy
Jauhari Ki Gati Jauhari Jaane Ki Jin Johar Hoy

Suli Upar Sej Hamaari Sowan Kis Vidh Hoy
Gagan Mandal Par Sej Piya Ki Kis Vidh Milna Hoy

Darad Ki Mari Ban Ban Dolu Bain Milya Nahi Koy
Meera Ki Prabhu Pir Mitegi Jad Baid Sanwaliya Hoy
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17. Heri Main To Darad Divani

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her main to darada divn mero darada na je koya
(O my friend, nobody will understand the pain that is making me crazy.)

ghyala k gati ghyala jai jo koi ghyala hoya
(Only when one oneself gets struck hard one knows how painful the impact is.)

jauhari k gati jauhar jai k jina jauhara hoya
(Likewise only a jeweler can appreciate the true worth of a jewel.)

sl para seja hamr sovaa kisa bidha hoya
(How can I sleep on a bed of thorns?)

gagana maalapara seja piy k kisa bidha milaa hoya
(My Lord, who sleeps on the celestial sky, given this distance, shall I ever reach him?)

darada k mr bana-bana ol baida mily nahin koya
(In agony I rove around in forests looking for a cure.)

mr k prabhu pra mieg jada baida svaliy hoya
(Only Krishna can assuage this affliction.)
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18. Ho Gaye Syam Duj Ke Chanda

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ho gaye syma dja ke chand
(Now Shyam has become a blue moon.)

madhubana ji rahe madhu baniy, hamapara ro premako phand
(He went to Mathura and became a citizen there. Why did he tie us with the knot of love?)

mr ke prabhu giradhara ngara, aba to neha paro kachhu mand
After his long absence ...
(It seems that his love for us has diminished.)
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19. Ho Ji Hari Kit Gaye

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ho j hari kita gaye neha lagya
(Having tied the bond of love, O Hari, where did you vanish?)

neha lagya mero mana hara liyo rasa bhari era sunya
(You captivated my mind with your melodious speech.)

mere mana men ais vai mar jahara-bisa khya
(When I miss you, I feel so lonely that I find it better to die.)

chhdi gaye bisavsaghta kari neha k nva chadhya
(You set the boat of our love in motion and then deceptively left it.)

mr ke prabhu kaba ra miloge rahe madhupur chhya
(Now when you have settled in Mathura, will you ever visit me again?)
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20. Javo Hari Nirmohida

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jvo hari niramohid, j thr prta
(O Dispassionate One! Go away. Go away as I have fathomed your love. I have understood
that you are selfish.)

lagana lag jaba prta aura h, aba kuchha aval rta
(When we had first fallen in love, your affection was something else. Now your ways are
entirely different.)

amrita pyya kai bisha ky djai, ka gva k rta
(To give poison after serving nectar - is this the customary manner in your country?)

mr kahai prabhu giradhangara, pa garaja ke mta
(Mr questions the trustworthiness of her lord Girdhara and declares him a friend of
Cupid.)
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21. Jogiya Ji Nisadin Jou Bat

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jogiy j nisadina jo ba
("O Ascetic! Day and night, I wait for you.")

pva na chlai pantha dhelo d oghaa gha
(Uneven is this path of love - arduous to walk upon, where taking a single step hurts.)

nagara i jog rasa gay re mo mana prta na pi
(Although the ascetic felt belonged to at this place, he did not comprehend the love in my
heart.)

main bhol bholpana knho rkhyo nahin bilami
(It was me who was unintelligent that I could not captivate him by my love.)

jogiy k jovata boho dina bt ajah yo nhin
(It has been several days since he left. He has not come back yet.)

biraha bujhvaa antari vo tapana lag tana mhin
("The fire of separation has engulfed both my mind and body. Your arrival will assuage it.")

kai to jog jaga men nhn kaira bisr moi
((I wonder there can be only two reasons for his inability to return.) Either he is there no
more or he has forgotten me.)

ki kar kita jr sajan naia gumyo roi
(Where shall I go? What shall I do? I have already destroyed my eyes weeping.)

rati ter antari mere vo apan ji
("The desire to meet you burns within. Come back. Consider me your own.")

mr vykula virahi re tuma bini talaphata pri
("Oh, this bereavement that torments my soul is intolerable!")
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22. Karuna Suno Syam Meri

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karu suo syma mer main to hoya rah cher ter
(Listen to my humble prayer, O Syam. I've completely surrendered myself at your feet.)

darasaa kraa bha bvar biraha bith tana gher
(The wish to see you made my mind agitated. It made my whole body restless.)

tere kraa jogaa hg dg nagra bicha pher
(I'll throw away everything and wander aimlessly on streets crazily crying for you.)

kunja bana her-her
(I'll explore all forests and woods looking for you.)

anga bhabhta gale mrugachhl yo tana bhasama kar r
(If that doesn't work, I'll smear my body with ash and wrap a deer skin around my neck like
an ascetic. Let the intensity of my desire for you burn me to ashes.)

ajahu na mily rma abins bana-bana bcha phir r
(Despite my search in one forest and another, I couldn't secure the ever-stable hold of your
arms.)

ro nita er-er
(O Lord, I cry for you now and again. Can you hear me at all?)

jana mr k giradhara miliy dukha meaa sukha bher
(Beloved Giradhar finally showered his heart on this gross and ignorant follower in order to
remove her sorrow and fill her life with happiness.)

rma rma st bhai uramen mia ga pher pher
(I feel an unshakable peace in my entire body and mind. My search has ended.)

rah charanani tara cher
(Can I ever leave my place at the lotus feet of my beloved Giradhar? No, not even an inch
shall I move.)
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23. Kin Sang Khelun Holi

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kia saga khel hol, piy taja gaye hain akel
(Whom shall I play Holi with? My beloved has deserted me.)

mika mot saba hama chhode, gala men pahan sel
(I left gems and pearls and wore a sacred thread around my neck instead.)

bhojana bhavana bhalo nahin lgai, piy kraa bha gel
(The palace and feasts do not attract me. I've gone crazy for him.)

mujhe dr ky mhel
(Why did I received this separation, this infinite distance?)

aba tuma prta avaru s jod, hamase kar ky pahel
(Now when you prefer to love someone else why did you earlier express your love to me at
first place?)

bahu dina bte ajahu na ye, laga rah tlbel
(So many anxious days did I spend but you have not arrived yet. This restlessness does not
leave me.)

kia bilamye hel
(Why did you abandon this friend of yours?)

syma bin jiyado murajhve, jaise jala bina bel
(The heart in thirst of Shyam has dried up like a vine deprived of water.)

mr k prabhu darasaa djyo, janama janama k chel
(Appear before Mr who has been your servant all her lifetimes.)

darasa bina khad duhel
(Deprived of your sight, downhearted she stands.)
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24. Ko Virhini Ko Dukh Jaane Ho

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ko virahin ko dukha je ho
(Who can know the sorrow of a cast off woman?)

j ghaa birah soi lakhihai, kai koi harijana mnai ho
(Only one in whose heart resonates similar pain of separation or the one who has offered
oneself to Hari can understand.)

raug antara baida basata hai, baida h okhada jai ho
(In the heart of an ailing man resides the curer. Only the curer knows the remedy.)

biraha darada uri antari mhi, hari bini saba sukha knai ho
(The pain of separation, thus, resides in my heart. Only the source of pain can cure it.
Without Hari, all comforts serve no purpose.)

dugadh kraa phirai dukhr, surata bas suta mnai ho
(Like a mother in milk loses her mind in the son)

chtraga svti bda mana mh, pva pva ukalai ho
(or a chatak thinks of nothing else but only longs for the raindrops.)

saba jaga kdo kanaka duniy, daradha na ko pichhai ho
(This world is renounceable like trash. It prongs like a thorn. The reason why it doesn't
perceive my sorrow.)

mr ke pati pa ramaiy, djo nahin koi chhnai ho
(Mr says, her lord is only Sri Hari. No one else does she apprehend.)
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ko kahiyau re prabhu vanak, vanak manabhvana k
(Anybody give me the news of His arrival.)

pa na vai likha nahin bhejai, ba padn lalachvanak
(Neither he visits nor does he write. I am sick of this thirst - this habit of expectation.)

e dou naia kahyo nahin mnai nadiy bahai jaise svanak
(These two eyes also don't listen to me and keep pouring out rivers of tears.)

kah kar kachhu nahin basa mero pkha nahn uda jvanak
(I have no power otherwise I would have just flown away somewhere - may be to some no
man's land.)

mr kahai prabhu kaba ra miloge cher bhai h tere dvanak
(Mira says, when will You meet her as she has nobody's but only your hand to hold on to.)
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kua bchai pt, bin prabhu kua bchai pt
(Who should read out this letter if not the Lord himself?)

kgada le dhoj yo, kah rahy sth
(You came all alone with this letter and left the Friend behind?)

vata jvata pva ghisy re akhiy bha rt
(Worn out feet and eyes wet)

kgada le rdh bchaa baih, bhara chht
(what high moments were those when Radha settled down to read the letter!)

naia nrajamen amba bahe re, gang bahi jt
(Her garments were all soaked in tears that flowed like a river.)

pn jy pl pad re dhna nahn kht
(She had turned pale and wouldn't eat.)

hari bina jivao y jalai re, jy dpaka sanga bt
(Like the wick of a lamp, she burned.)

mane bharoso rmako re ba tir yo hth
(Mr trusts Rama who saved the drowning elephant)

dsi mr lla giradhara, skadro sth
(Her Lord, Sri Giridhar is the True Friend in trouble.)
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27. Maai Mhane Spne Mein

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m mhne supanemen bar gopla
(Mother! In a dream I was married to Gopl.)

rt pt chunad odh mehad htha rasla
(Red and yellow was the color of my veil, maroon was the henna on my palms.)

k aura ko bar bhvar mh ke jagajanjla
(What better groom could have I found in this delusive world?)

mr ke prabhu giradharangara karo sag hla
(Delightfully, O Dear Giradhara, be betrothed to Mr.)
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28. Mai Mhari Hariji Na Bujhi Bat

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m mhr harij na bjh bta
(O Mother, Hari didn't enquire about me at all.)

pina ms pra pp nikasa ky nahn jta
(Why doesn't my sinful soul leave the body?)

paa na kholy mukh na boly sjha bha parabhta
(He didn't look at my face. Nor did he utter a word. The night passed away in a blank hope.)

abola juga btaa lgo to khek kushalta
(How can I fake cheerfulness when the truth is that in silence a second takes eons to elapse?)

svaa vaa hoya rahyo re nahin vaak bta
(The rainy season has commenced but there's no sign of Hari coming home.)

raia adher bja chamakai tr giata nisi jta
(While the lightning disrupts the darkness of night, I spend time counting the stars.)

supanamen hari darasana dnhon main na jy hari jta
Soon I fell asleep and ...
(In my dream Hari revealed himself to me. But when did he disappear, I don't remember.)

naia mhr udhaa y rah mana pachhatta
Not being able to see him anymore ...
(When I suddenly opened my eyes, great lamentation sprang up in my heart. Alas! I lost him
again.)

lei kar kanha chr karg apaghta
(I'll take a sickle and kill myself slitting my throat.)

mr bykula biraha re bla jy bilalta
(Smacked by intense yearning and emptiness Mira gives out a deranged cry.)
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29. Main Birhani Baithi Jagun

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main birahai baih jg jagata saba sovai r l
(When the whole world sleeps should a crestfallen soul stay awake.)

birahai baih rangamahala men, motiyana k lada povai
(Comfortably in the palace should she not be weaving a pearl necklace?)

ika birahai hama ais dekh, asuvana k ml povai
(Yet, this one weaves herself a necklace of tears!)

tr gia gia raia bihn, sukhak ghad kaba vai
(The night passes counting the stars waiting for a handful of moments of happiness that will
arrive ...)

mr ke prabhu giradhara ngara, jaba mohi darasa dikhvai
(when Mira's Lord Sri Girdhar pays her a visit.)
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30. Main Janyo Nahin

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main jyo nhn prabhu ko milaa kaise hoya r
(I don't know how I missed to meet the Lord.)

ye mere sajan phira gaye gan main abhgaa rah soya r
(He did visit my home. I was unfortunate that I remained sleep.)

phrg chra kar gal kanth rahg bairgaa hoya r
(I'll shred my clothes, hang them around my throat and roam around like mendicants.)

chudiy phor mga bakher kajar main r dhoya r
(I'll break my bangles, deshevel my hair and wash away the collyrium.)

nisa bsara mohi biraha satvai kala na parata pala moya r
(Day and night I live in anguish. No comfort falls in my share.)

mr ke prabhu hari abins mila bichhado mata koya r
(Mira's Lord is the ever-abiding Hari. Now You come never to leave me again.)
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31. Mero Manmohana Ayo Nahin Sakhi Ri

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he mero manamohan yo nahn sakh r
(O my friend, my sweetheart did not come back.)

kai kahu kja kiy santana k kain kah gaila bhulvan
(He has accompalished Herculean tasks for his devotees. Now how did he forget the way to
my home?)

kah kar kita j mer sajan lgyo hai biraha satvan
(O friend, what should I do? Where shall I go? The separation hounds me.)

mr ds darasaa pys hari chara chita lvan
(Mr is thirsty for seeing her Lord, who is her master and whose feet she always meditates
on.)
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32. Mhare Ghar Ao Pritam

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mhre ghara o prtama pyr
(Sweet Beloved! Come to my abode.)

tana mana dhana saba bhena dharg bhajana karg tumhr
(I'll place my body, mind and riches at your feet, and sing songs in your praise.)

tuma guabanta sushiba kahiye momen augua sr
(You're the lord of all virtues, the Supreme Master, and I'm an ocean of vices.)

main nigu kachhu gua nahin jn tuma chho bagasaahr
(I'm worthless, devoid of all talent. You're all merciful.)

mr kahai prabhu kaba re miloge tuma bina naia dukhr
(When shall you come to soothe my eyes eager for your glimpse?)
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33. Mhari Sudh Jyun Jano

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mhr sudha jy jno jyu ljo
(Cast your sweet glance on me. Won't you ask how I feel for you?)

pala pala bh pantha nihr darasaa mhne djo
(I have forever been athirst to see you. When will you come?)

main to h bahu auguavl augua saba hara ljo
(I know I've many flaws. Remove them with your divine glance.)

main to ds thre charaakavalak mila bichhadana mata kjo
(Keep me near you forever, so that I can serve your feet to my full content.)

mr ke prabhu giradhara ngara, hari chara chita djo
(Glories to Girdhar! I meditate on those lotus feet of Hari.)
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34. Mharo Olagiya Ghar Ajyo Ji

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mhro olagiy ghara jyo j
(O My Unknown Friend! Come and visit my home.)

tara tpa miy sukha psyn hilamila magala gjyo j
(Your presence will relieve my pain and bring me solace. Together will we hum rosy love-
melodies.)

ghaar dhua sua mora magaa bhay mhre gala jyo j
(The clouds thunder and peacocks sing. This is the right moment you should come.)

chand dekha kamodaa phl harakha bhay mhre chhjyo j
(As the rising of moon makes Kamod (a nocturnal flower) bloom your appearance will cheer
me up.)

rma rma mhro stala saja mohana gaa jyo j
(O Mohan! Your arrival will soothe my complete self.)

saba bhagatr kraja sdh mhr paraa nibhjyo j
("I effectively conclude the tasks of all my devotees", isn't this your word of honor? Fulfill
this pledge of yours for me too.)

mr virahaa giradharangara mila dukha dand chhjyo j
(Mr feels desolated in your absence. Come to her to remove all her sorrows and dilemmas.)
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35. Naato Naam Ko

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nto nmako j mhs tanaka na todyo jya
pn jy pl pad re, loga kahen pina roga
chhne ldhaa mhain kiy re, rma milaake joga
bbala baida buliy re, pakada dikh mhr bha
mrakha baida marama nahin je, kasaka kaleje mha
j baid ghara pae re, mhro nva na leya
main to djh birahak re, t khek dr deya
msa gala gala chhjiy re, karaka rahy gala hi
galiy r mdad (mhre) vaa lg bhi
raha raha pp paphad re pivako nma na leya
je koi birahaa smhale to, piva kraa jiva deya
khia mandira khia gaere, khia khia hdh hoya
ghyala jy ghm khad, (mhr) bith na bjhai koya
kdha kalejo main dhar re kg t le jya
jy des mahro piva basai re, ve dekhai t khya
mahre nto nvako re, aura na nto koya
mr bykula biraha re, (hari) darasaa djo moya

(The only true relation is association with Holy Name which can not be forsaken.

I've turned pale like a Paan. People think I'm enfeebled by some disease.
O Papiha! Don't call for your beloved now and then.
Mr is extremely eager to see you, O Hari!)
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36. Naina lobi re

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nai lobh re, bahuri sake nahin ya
(The greedy eyes continue waiting, he doesn't turn up again.)

roma-roma nakhasikha saba nirakhata lalaki rahe lalachya
(From head till toe, each atom of my body intensely longs for him.)

main hdh griha pae r, mohana nikase ya
(I was at my home when he visited and came closer.)

badana chanda paraksata hel, manda-manda musakya
(Friend, he had moon like effulgence and was smiling gently.)

loka kuumb baraji barajahn, batiy kahata banya
(People and kinsmen can't stop concocting stories.)

chanchala nipaa aaka nahin mnata para-hatha gaye bikya
(My unstable mind [or eyes, nor sure] has stuck, doesn't listen, as if it has been sold to
somebody else and doesn't belong to me anymore.)

bhalo kahau ko bur kahau main, saba la ssa chadhya
(Pleasant or unattractive, I accept with honor whatever words I receive.)

mr prabhu giradharanalla bina pala chhina rahyo na jya
(Without Sri Girdhar, it is difficult to live for a moment.)
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nnda nahn ve j sr rta
(I don't get sleep all night.)

karavaa lekara seja aol, piy nahn mere stha
(As the Lord is not with me, I roll on my bed side to side.)

sagar raina mohai taraphata bt, socha socha jiya jta
(The whole night elapsed in distress. The more I think of our separation the more restless I
become.)

mr ke prabhu giradharangara ja bhayo parabhta
(Mr prays to her Lord Sri Girdhar Nagar. In this manner, it dawned again today.)
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papaiy re pivak bi na bola
(O Papiha! Don't pronounce the cry of "pi pi".)

sui pvel biraha re thr rlel pkha maroda
(Lest a destitute hears, she will mangle your wings.)

chcha ka papaiy re para klora la
(I will myself debeak you and apply salt on your wound.)

piva mer main pivak re t piva kahai sa ka
(I belong to my love and he to me. Who are you to cry 'pi'(beloved)?)

thr sabada suhva re jo piva mel ja
(I would have appreciated your song if my beloved had been around.)

chcha madh thr sovan re t mere siratja
(If it happens so, I will plate your beak with gold and treat you like a king.)

prtama ko patiy kilah re kg t le jya
(I will write letters to my beloved. O Crow! Take them to Him.)

ji prtama js y kahai re thri birahaa dhna na khya
(Inform Him that I have stopped eating.)

mr ds bykul re piva-piva karata bihya
(Tell Him that his servant Mr is very eager and is about to die crying "pi pi".)

begi milo prabhu antarajm tuma binu rahyauya na jya
(And request the Lord to please meet her promptly as she finds it difficult to live without
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39. Piya Bin Suno Chai

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piy bina sno chhai j mhro desha
(My world is desolate without my beloved.)

aise hai ko pivak milvai tana mana kar saba pesa
(I'll sacrifice everything for whosoever brings us together.)

tere kraa bana bana ol kara jogaa ko bhesa
(I sought him in the wilderness as an ascetic.)

avadhi badt ajhu na e panara ko gay kesa
(My gray hair speak of the epochs I spent waiting for Him.)

mr ke prabhu kaba ra miloge taja diyo nagara naresa
(When will You, my King, return to the Kingdom of my Heart.)
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40. Piya Ko Bataade Mere

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piy k bat de mere, ter gua mng
(I will be extremely grateful to someone who goes and informs my beloved)

khn pna mohi phko so lgai, naina rahe doya chhya
(that I do not relish eating and drinking and my eyes are full of tears of agony.)

bra bra main araja karata h, raia dina jya
(I pray incessantly. Days and nights elapse, still the Lord does not come.)

mr ke prabhu bega milo re, tarasa tarasa jiya jya
(Mr prays to her Lord to hurry up as she is about to die in dire distress.)
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41. Piya Mohi Darsan Dijai Ho

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piy mohi darasaa djai ho
(O my Beloved, show up before me.)
bera-bera main erah y kirap kjai ho
(I beseech you again and again. Be pleased now.)

jeha mahne jala bin panchh dukha ho ho
(In the end of May, the summer starts and the birds are plagued by lack of water.)
mora asdh kuralahe ghana chtraga so ho
(Near the end of June, peacocks and chatak sing longing for clouds.)

svaamen jhadalgiyo sakhi tj khelai ho
(When the month of July ends, it rains heavily and all my friends play teej.)
bhdaravai nadiy bahai dr jina melai ho
(When August ends, the rivers are full of water. There is still no sight of the Beloved who
dwells far away.)

spa svti h jhalat soj so ho
(Only an oyster can bear the drops when it rains in September.)
deva ktmen pjahe mere tuma ho ho
(During October, all worship their respective deities. For me it is You.)

mangasara handha bahot padai mohi begi samhlo ho
(During last days of November, it becomes very cold. Come and hold me up quickly.)
posa mahn pl gha, abah tuma nhlo ho
(At the end of December, hail storms make me suffer. Come and see it yourself.)

mah mahn basanta pancham phg saba gvai ho
(Then Basant Panchami arrives in the beginning of February when people sing songs
glorifying spring.)
phgua phg khelahain baarya jarvai ho
(In March, they play Holi but the spring burns me.)

chaita chittamen paj darasaa tuma djai ho
(In the end of March, my longing for you intensifies. Please come before me.)
baiskha baari phlavai koila kuraljai ho
(During April, the spring is at bloom. Koel sings a sweet melody.)

kga udvata dina gay bjh panita jos ho
(The whole day passed in shooing away the crow. Even the astrologer couldn't help.)
mr birahaa bykul darasaa kada hos ho
(When will Mr, afflicted by pain of Your separation, have Your vision?)
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42. Prabhuji The Kahan Gaye Neharo Lagay

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prabhuj the kah gay nehado lagya
(My courteous Lord! Having woven a bond of affection, why did you leave me alone?)

chhoda gay bisvsa sagt prema k bt balya
(You betrayed my trust and abandoned me after lighting the lamp of love in my heart.)

biraha samada men chhoda gay chho neha k nva chalya
(Hardly had we cruised together in our canoe of love when you left it sailing amid the ocean (
of sorrow) of separation.)

mr ke prabhu kaba ra miloge tuma bina rahyoi na jya
(When will you be there to be by her side as Mr can not stand without you anymore.)
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43. Pyaare Darshan Deejo Aaye

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pyre darasana djyo ya tuma bina rahyo na jya
(O Dear, as I wait eagerly to have your glimpse, it is gradually becoming more difficult to
live without you.)

jala bina kamala chanda bina rajan aise tuma dekhy bina sajan
(A lotus plucked out of water and a ray separated from the moon. (How long will they
survive?) This is my condition without seeing you my Lord.)

kula vykula phir raina dina biraha kalejo khya
(Eager and impatient, I move restlessly all the time with a heart tarnished by the pain of
separation.)

divasa na bhkha nnda nahin rain mukha s kathata na ve bain
(I feel no hunger during day and there is no sleep for me at night. If I wish to say something,
there is no speech for me either.)

kah kah kachhu kahata na vai milakara tapata bujhya
(What should I say as I find no words other than to say that only you can assuaged this
burning sensation.)

ky tarasvo antarajm ya milo kirapkara svm
(Why do you keep me craving. Please appear before me and show your kindness.)

mr ds janama janama k pad tumhre pya
(Mr, your eternal maid, seeks solace at your feet.)
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44. Ram Milan Ke Kaj

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rma milaa ke kja sakh mere rati ura men jg r
(An intense desire to see Rma flared up in my heart.)

taaphata-taaphata kal na parata hai birahaba ura lg r
(In this continuous suffering caused by the arrow of separation that piereced it, my heart fails
to gather any respite.)

nisadina pantha nihr pivako palaka na pal bhar lg r
("There, by that way He'll come", sleep forgotten, hours pass in such wishing.)

pva-pva main ra rta dina dj sudha-budha bhg r
(His name occupies my mind, day and night; nothing else it considers.)

biraha bhujaga mero asa,yo hai kalejo lahara halhala jg r
(Lonliness, like an ophidian, stung me. The venom continuously swirls inside.)

mer rati mei gosn ya milau mohi sg r
(Do not delay any further. Come and alleviate my pain.)

mr bykula ati ukal piy k umaga ati lg r
(Mira is extremely impatient. This yearning just reveals her great keenness to see the Lord.)
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45. Ram Milan Ro Ghano Umavo

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rma milaa ro ghao umvo nita uha jo badiy
(My heart is overcast with a desire to be with the Lord. That's why my eyes fall over and over
on the door.)

darasa bin mohi kachhu na suhvai jaka na padata hai khadiy
(Not seeing you they stay discontented. That being so, I have known no satisfaction myself.)

taaphata taaphata bahu dina bte pad biraha k phsadiy
(Confined in the shackles of your separation, days pass in anguish.)

aba to bega day kara pyre main chh thr dsadiy
(Snap these chains. Have mercy on your humble servitor.)

naia dukh darasaak tarasain, nbhi na baihe ssadiy
(My forlorn eyes thirst for your view. My bosom finds it hard to breathe.)

rta divasa hiya rata mero kaba hari rkhai psadiy
(Day and night I have this single thought - when will Hari keep me near Him.)

lag lagana chhaak nhn aba ky kjai adiy
(My devotion to you is indelible. Why do you carry this prejudice against me? It's not going
to alter my mind.)

mr ke prabhu kaba ra miloge pro mana k sadiy
(O Lord, present yourself before Mr for the fulfillment of her heart's aspirations.)
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46. Ramaiya Binu Rahyo Na Jaye

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ramaiy binu rahyo na jya
(It is not possible to live without the Lord.)

khna pna mohi phko so lgai nai rahe murajhya
(Food and drinks are no longer a delight. The eyes too have lost their luster.)

bra bra mai araja kar chh raia ga dina jya
(All my time passes in incessant prayers.)

mr kahai hari tuma miliy bina tarasa tarasa tana jya
(Mira says, in absence of her Lord, the body wastes away painfully.)
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47. Sajan Ghar Aoni Mitha Bola

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sjana ghara on mh bol
(Come home, o sweet-voiced beloved.)

kadak bh main pantha nihr thro y hos bhal
(It's been long since I've been waiting for you. Your arrival will fill the atmosphere with
deligh.)

o nisanka sanka mata mno y h sukkha rahel
(Hesitate no more. Unless you are there, how shall I get any comfort?)

tana mana bra kar nyochhvara djyo syma moya hel
(I offer my body, mind and home (possessions); only call my name once.)

tura bahuta bilama mata kjyo y h ranga rahel
(I'm all agog to see you. Do not delay. Your arrival shall fetch me a never-ending glee.)

tumare kraa saba ranga tygy kjal tilaka tamol
(I've eschewed all kinds of decorations, eye-shadows, forehead marks, betel etc.)

tuma dekhy bina kala na padata hai kara dhara rah kapol
(I don't know serenity not seeing you. All the time goes sitting and musing on you.)

mr ds janama janama k dilak ghun khol
(Consider Mira your eternal maid. Cast this affliction out of her heart.)
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48. Sajan Sudh Jyun Jano

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sjana sudha jy jo ljai ho
(Please do deliberate over my condition (or my prayer).)

tuma bina more aura na ko kriy rvar kjai ho
(There is no one my own. Other than you, who will take charge of me?)

dina nahin bhkha raia nahin nindar y tana pal pal chhjai ho
(There is no appetite during the day and no rest at night. The body declines every moment.)

mr ke prabhu giradhara ngara mila bichhadana mata kjai ho
(O prized Girdhar, when You come, do not leave me again.)
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49. Sakhi mori neend nasaani ho

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sakh mor nnda nisn ho
(my sleep has been taken away..)
piya ko pantha nihrata sigar raina bihn ho
(whole night I keep on waiting for him)

saba sakhiyana mila skha da mana eka na mn ho
( all my friends tried to convince but my mind could never listen..)
bina dekhy kala nhin padata jiya ais hn ho
(My mind can't rest without viewing his face..)

anga-anga bykula bha mukha piya piya bn ho
(whole body n mind is restless, i keep on calling him..)
antara bedana birahak ko pra na jn ho
(this ache of separation is difficult for others to understand..)

jy chtaka ghanak raai machhal jimi pn ho
(the way 'chatak' waits for clouds, the way fishes look for water..)
mr bykula biraha sudha-budha bisarn ho
( similarly I, (meera) am restless... have lost my senses..)
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50. Sovat hi palaka mein

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sovata h palakmen main to palaka lag palamen piva ye
(No sooner had I gone to bed, I fell asleep and the Lord came in my dream.)

main ju uh prabhu dara deak, jga pad piva dhdha na pye
(As soon as I rose to receive him, he was there no more.)

aura sakh piva soi gamye main j sakh piva jgi gamye
(When everyone loses sight of one's beloved during sleep, I woke up and lost Him )

mrke prabhu giradhara ngara, saba sukha hoya syma ghara ye
(Mr's Lord is Giridhar. It's all happiness when He comes.)
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51. Suni Ho Maine Hari Awan Ki Awaz

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sun ho main hari vanak avja
(I heard the footsteps of Hari arrive.)

mahala chadha-chadha jo mer sajan ! kaba vai mahrja
(O my friend! From the terrace I cast a look on the road, when will my lord come?)

ddara mora papaiy bolai koyala madhure sja
(Frogs, peacocks and papiha - all trill. The koel sings a sweet melody.)

umagayo indra chah disi barasai dmai chho lja
(The clouds, with their spirits high, overcast and pour down in all directions. It is lightening
shamelessly (incessantly).)

dharat rpa nav nav dhariy, indra milaakai kja
(The earth has assumed a new beauty as if it is going to meet the sky.)

mrke prabhu hari abins bega milo sirarja
(The king of Mr's heart is the adamantine Hari whom she longs to meet.)
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52. Syam Sundar Par Var

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syma sundarapara vra
(On that all attractive dark form)

jvado main vra rg h
(I offer my heart and soul.)

tere kraa joga dhra lokalja kula ra
(For You I assumed the order of ascetic discipline renouncing social prestige and family
honor.)

tuma dekhy bina kala na padata hai naina chalata do bra
(Where is relief unless your beautiful form is seen? The eyes keep pouring otherwise.)

kah kar kita j mor sajan kahina biraha k dhra
(What should I do? Where should I go? This loneliness cuts like a sharp sword.)

mr kahai prabhu kaba ra miloge tuma chara dhra
(When will you, O Lord, visit Mira, whose sole shelter are your feet?)
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(eagerly looking forward to seeing you)
main hzira nzira kada k khad
(i'm here, waiting since long)

sjaniy dusamana hoya baihy
(when beloved behaves like enemy)
sabane lg kad
(hard time it is)

tuma bina sjana ko nah hai
(none else beside you)
igi nva mer samanda ad
(once fallen my boat is stuck in sea)

dina nah chaina raina nahn nindr
(no relief in day, no sleep at night)
skh khad khad
(i stand still and wear off)

bna birah k lgy hiye men
(heart wounded by the arrow of separation)
bhl na eka ghad
(never do i forget even for a moment)

pathara k ahily tr
(you brought back, Ahilya, who had turned to stone, to life)
bana ke bcha pad
(lying amidst a forest)

kah bojha mr men kahiye
(tell me, how tough is to do it for Meera)
sau para eka ghad
(as compared to all that you do for the world.)
An ounce as compared to a ton.
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54. Tumhre Karan Sab Sukh

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tumhare kraa saba sukha chhoy aba mohi ky tarasvau hau
(I gave up all that's desirable. Only you remain on my mind. Why do you make me linger?)

biraha-bith lg ura antara so tuma ya bujhvau hau
(This desire for you has set my heart in flames. Come to cool it down.)

aba chhodata nahin baai prabhj hasakara turata bulvau hau
(You know that there's no returning back now. Then why don't you gladly accept me?)

mr ds janama-janama k anga se anga lagvau hau
(Your eternal companion is waiting for an embrace.)
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55. Ud Ja Re Kaga

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uda j re kg
mer syma gay bahu dina k re
With an intention to set an auspicious environment ...
(I shoo away the crow as it has been quite long since Shyam left.)

tere udsy rma meleg dhokh bhgai manak
(O Crow! Rma will visit if you fly away. It will dispel my doubts too.)

ita gokula uta mathur nagar hari hai gdhe bana k
(Here is Gokul and there is the city of Mathura but the Lord resides in deep forest.)

pa to je bides chhe hama bs madhubana k
(He goes and dwells on a foreign land, abandoning us who are simple residents of
Madhuban.)
Madhuban - a place in Vrindavan

mr ke prabhu hari abins charaakavala harijana k
(Mr's lord is the indestructible Hari whose lotus feet the devotees aspire.)
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56. Udho Mhanre Man Ki Man Mein Rahi

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udho mhre mana k mana men rah
(Udho! My heart's desire always remained unrealized in my heart.)

eka samai mohana ghara ye, main dadhi mathana rah
(Although Mohan came once to my door, I was inattentive, busy churning the curd.)

y duniyn ko jhho dhandho, main hari ko bisara ga
(Lost in these fake chores of the world, I forgot the him.)

v kapa k k kahu, udho vachana pratta nah
(I have no words to describe his deceptive demeanor.)

naina hamre aise jhrain, ula ganga bah
(Thinking about his deception, my eyes continuously shed tears like the endless flow of a
river.)

ita gokula uta mathur nagar, bcha men jamun bah
(Here's Gokul and there across the Jamuna is located the city of Mathura.)

pa mohana j pra utara gay, hama se kachhu n kah
(Without saying a word, Mohan himself reached to this other shore leaving me behind.)

braja banit ko sanga chhdi ke, kubajyn sanga la
(Casting aside this supplicant woman of Braja he now stays with a city woman.)

mr ke prabhu giradhara avins, charan lipaa rah
(But Mr is still glued to the feet of her lord Sri Girdhar.)
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Ab Tau Hari Naam Lau Laagi
Aisaa Prabhu Jaan Na Dije
Aju Main Dekhyo Giradhari
Ali Re Mere Nainan Bana Padi
Bade Ghar Tali Lagi Re
Barase Badariya Savan Ki
Basyan Mhare Nainan Man Nandlal
Bhai Ho Bavari Sunke Bansari
Dehkat Ram Hanse
Gobind Leeno Mol
Jabse Mohin Nandanandan
Lagi Mohi Ram Khumari
Lost in the sweetness
Maaji saware rang raachi
Main Girdhar Rang Rati
Meha Barasavo Kare Re
Mein Girdhar Ke Ghar Jaun
Mein Saanware Rang Ranchi
Mero Man Ram Hi Ram Ratai Re
Mohi Laagi Lagan Guru Charanan Ki
Natwar Naagar Nanda
Payoji Mhe To
Piyaji Mhare Naina
Rana Ji Ab Na Rahungi Tori Hataki
Saanvro Nand Nandan
Saheliyan Sajan Ghar Aya
Surat Dinanath Se Lagi
Syam Mane Chakar Rakho Ji
Ya Braj Mein Kachhu Dekhyo Ri Tona

Spellbound

1. Ab Tau Hari Naam Lau Laagi

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aba to hari nma lau lg
(Now the flame of love for Holy Name has lighted.)

saba jagako yaha mkhana chor, nma dhar yo bairg
(Whom the whole world calls a butter-thief declares himself a dispassionate ascetic!)

kita chhod vaha mohana mural, kita chhod saba gop
(Where did he leave his flute and where did he leave those cowherd girls?)

mda mudi or kai bdh mthe mohana op
(With shaved head, sacred thread around his waist and a cap on his head,)

mta jasomati mkhana krana, bdhai jke pva
(is this the one whose feet mother Yasoda tied to restrain his stealing habits?)

symakisora bhayo nava gaur, chaitanya jko nva
(That dark boy assumed a fair form of Chaitanya,)

ptmbarako bhva dikhvai, kai kopna kasai
(and shows disinterest in yellow cloth and wears loincloth!)

gaura krushak ds mr, rasan krusha basai
(Mr, his servant, chants with her tongue imbibed in the Holy Name)
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2. Aisaa Prabhu Jaan Na Dije

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ais prabhu ja na djai ho
(We will not let you go so easily.)

tana mana dhana kari braai hiradai dhara ljai ho
(We offer our body, mind and wealth and welcome you into our hearts.)

va sakh mukha dekhiye nai rasa pjai ho
(Come on friends, let's enjoy the potion of His beauty with our eyes)

jia jia bidha rjhai har so bidhi kjai ho
(and do all that what pleases the Lord.)

sundara syma suhva mukha dekhy jjai ho
(Look at the enticing beauty of Shyam.)

mrke prabhu rmaj badabhgaa rjhai ho
(It is by extreme fortune that Mr's Lord, Raama, finally conceded.)
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3. Aju Main Dekhyo Giradhari

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ju main dekhyo giradhr
(I had the opportunity to see Giradhr today.)

sundara vadana madana k sobh chitavana anivr
(Sweet voice, astounding beauty and a glance flying freely.)

bajvata bans kunjanamen
(He was playing his flute in the thickets.)

gvata mla taranga ranga dhvani nachata gvla-ganamen
(When he sings, waves of melody fill the atmosphere with colorful sounds. Girdled by
cowherd boys, he sings; and dances as well.)

mdhur mrati vaha pyr
(Ah! That winsome form!)

bas rahai nisadina hiradai bicha are nahn r
(My impressions of that sight do not fade. In the heart they remain, firm and intact.)

vhi para tana mana hai vr
(I offer my body and mind to that expanse of beauty.)

vaha mrati mohin nihrata loka-lja r
(Abandoning all concerns for honor and prestige, I effusively scanned that all-endearing
figure.)

tulas bana kunjana sanchr
(His presence sanctified the whole tulasi grove afresh.)

giradhara lla navala naangara mr baliyr
(Mr offers herself to the supreme dancer, ever youthful, dear Giradhara.)
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4. Ali Re Mere Nainan Bana Padi

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l r, mere nainana bna pad
(O friend, my eyes acquired a new obsession of)

chita chadh mere mdhur mrata, ura bicha nu ad
(the beautiful form of Lord, that never recedes from my heart.)

kabak hd pantha nihr, apane bhavana khad
(Since long had I been standing in my palace... waiting... looking at the alley...)

mr giradhara htha bikn, loka kahain bigad
(Mr simply offered herself to Giradhara, people think she's insane.)
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5. Bade Ghar Tali Lagi Re

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bade ghara tl lg re, mhr manar uratha bhgre
(Since my tie with the Big Home was established, all my desires have been gradually
fulfilled.)

chhlariye mhro chita nahn re, bariye kua jva
(I do not need to visit a pit or a pond.)

gang-jamans kma nahn re, main to jya mil dariyva
(Not even the rivers. I am on my way to meet the Ocean.)

hly molys kma nahn re, skha nahin siradra
(I have nothing to do with the servants. There is no one lording over me either.)

kmadrs kma nahin re, main to jba karn darabra
(I have no business with the autorities as I enjoy unrestricted access to my Lord's palace.)

kcha kathras kma nahn re, loh chadhe sira bhra
(What do I have to do with glass and bronze? I am carrying iron on my head.)

son rps kma nahn re, mhre hrro baupra
(What use are gold and coins to me; I deal in diamonds.)

bhga hamro jgiyo re, bhayo samada s sra
(My fortune shined and I have direct relation with the ocean of wealth now.)

amrita pyl chhdike, kua pve kadavo nra
(Having drank 'amruta', who will drink tasteless, in fact, bitter water.)

ppk prabhu paracho diyo re, dnh khajn pra
(The Lord miraculously introduced himsed to Pp muni and bestowed immense treasure on
him.)

mr ke prabhu giradhara ngara, dha mily chhai hajra
(What more can Mr say - She has found Girdhar, her rich Lord.)
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6. Barase Badariya Savan Ki

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barasai badariy svana k, svana k manabhvana k
(The moonsoon clouds are pouring down.)

svana men umagyo mero manav bhanaka sun hari vana k
(The rainy season stimulates excitement in the heart. I can sense my Hari's arrival.)

umada ghumada chahu disise yo dmaa damake jhara lvana k
(The clouds encircled from all directions. The lightning intensified the rain.)

nnhn nnhn bdana meh barasai stala pavana sohvana k
(Tiny rain drops fall from the clouds, the cool gusts refresh both body and soul.)

mr ke prabhu giradhara ngara nada mangal gvana k
(Mira's lord is Sri Giridhara. It is time to rejoice and receive the visitor with auspicious
welcome-songs.)
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7. Basyan Mhare Nainan Man Nandlal

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basy mhre eaa m nadalla
(O Krishna, stay close before my eyes.)

mora mugaa makarkrata kuala arua tilaka soh bhla
(Your peacock feather crown, your fish-shaped dangling earrings and the mark that you wear
on your forehead, they all enrapture my heart.)

mohaa mrata svar srata e bay birla
(Gray is your attractive face and on that, these big eyes invoke an irresistible appeal.)

adhara sudhrasa mural rj ura baijant mla
(A flute filled with honey like melody rests on your lips and a flower wreath made up of
baijanti blossoms swings on your bosom.)

chhudra ghanaik kai taa sobhita npura sabada rasla
(Little bells adorn your waist and your anklets release an arresting sound.)

mr prabhu sant sukhady bhagata bachhala gopla
(Mr's Lord takes on this form only to delight his devotees like he delights his cows as a
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8. Bhai Ho Bavari Sunke Bansari

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bha ho bvar sunake bnsar, hari binu kachhu na suhye m
(O Friend! I lost my wits after hearing the sound of flute. Now nothing interests me except
Hari.)

shravana sunata mer sudha budha bisar, lag rahata tmen mana k gns r
(Having lost my senses after hearing that melody, now my mind remains entangled in that
ecstasy.)

nema dharama kona kn muraliy, kauna tihre ps r
(What penance has this flute undergone that explains its power of attraction? Who stays with
this flute and makes it so mesmerizing?)

mr ke prabhu basa kara lne, sapta tnani k phnsu r
(Mr's Lord apprehends his devotees using a chain of seven notes.)
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9. Dehkat Ram Hanse

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dekhata rma hase sudmk dekhata rma hase
(Sri Krishna smiled at Sudama's looks)

ph to phuladiy pva ubhe chalatai charaa ghase
(His clothes were torn and feet worn out by long journey)

blapaek mita sudm aba ky dra base
((Krishna complained) Why does my childhood pal live so far?)

kah bhvajane bhena pah tdula tna pase
((and exclaimed) Bhabhi sent three handful of rice as gift)

While Sudama was lost in all these thoughts about his meeting with Krishna he noticed,

kita gan prabhu mor apariy hr mot lla kase
(Where did my hut go and where did this gemstone palace come from)

kita gan prabhu gauana bachhiy dvra bicha hasat phase
(Where are my cattle and where did these elephants come from)

mrke prabhu hari abins sarae tore base
(Mr seeks refuge in the indestructible Lord Hari)
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10. Gobind Leeno Mol

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gobinda lnyo mola, m main gobinda lnyo mola
(O Friend, I've gauged the worth of Govind.)

ko kahai sasto ko kahai mahago lnyo tarj tola
(Some proclaim little, others find it awfully lot. Let me grab a pair of scales.)

ko kahai ghara men ko kahai vana men, rdh ke sanga kilola
(Some seek at home, others lookout in forests for Rdh and Krishna sporting.)

mr ke prabhu giradhara ngara vata prema ke mola
(It is Love that Mr paid as a price for Him.)
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11. Jabse Mohin Nandanandan

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jabase mohi nandanadana drushi parayo m
(The moment I had the glimpse of the son of Nanda,)

tabaten paraloka loka kachhu n soh
(since then I've failed show concern for this or the world after.)

moramukua chandrik sushsha madhya sohai
(A crown of peacock feather adorns the head,)

kesara ko tilaka bhla tni loka mohai
(a mark of saffron on forehead enchants the three worlds,)

svaro tribhanga anga chitavanimen on
(the way he stands in his bent posture and his glance have some magic,)

khanjana au madhupa mna bhlai mruga chhaun
(that sparrows and bees, fish and fawn, all stand absorbed.)

adhara bimba arua nayana madhura manda hs
(Lips red like berry - eyes shining like sun - sweetness of smile -)

dasana damaka ddima dyuti damake chapal-s
(teeth bright like lightning - small bells on anklets)

kshudra ghanik anpa npura-dhvani sohai
(that produce extraordinarily sweet sound,)

giradhara ke charaa-kamala mr mana mohai
(and above all - the lotus like feet of Giradhara
have captivated Mr's mind.)
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12. Lagi Mohi Ram Khumari

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lg mohin rma khumr ho
(I'm enchanted by love for God)

ramajhama barasai mehad bhjai tana sr ho
(It's a downpour. I'm wet to skin)

chahudisa damakai dma garajai ghana bhr ho
(Lightning brightens all directions and the clouds thunder)

satagura bheda baty khol bharama kinvr ho
(My Master revealed the secret. No illusions anymore.)

saba ghaa dsai tam sabahs nyr ho
(Now, I see Divinity in all directions, transcendental to everyone and everything.)

dpaka jo gynak chadha agama ar ho
(I light the lamp of knowledge at impassable places)

mr ds rmak imarata balihr ho
(Mr serves Rama, delighted by the divine nectar)
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13. Lost in the sweetness

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paga ghughar bdha mr nch re
(Lost in the sweetness, Mr dances with anklets on her feet)

main to mere nryaa k ho gai pa hi ds re
(She has herself accepted the servitude to the Supreme Lord)

loga kahen mr bha bvar nyta kahe kulans re
(People say she has no sense, relations fear she'll destroy the clan)

vishak pyl rj bhejy pvata mr hs re
(She accepted the poison sent to her with delight)

mrke prabhu giradhara ngara sahaja mile abins re
(Mr's commander is Lord Krishna whose feet she serves)

paga ghughar bdha mr nch re
(Mr dances with anklets on her feet)
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14. Maaji saware rang raachi

maaji saaware rang raachi,
saaware rang raachi..

Gayaa tu mathura Radha sangat,
Shyam preeti jag saanchi..

gaayaa gaayaa hari gun nis din,
kaal pyal ri baachi...

Shyam bina jag khaaraa laga,
Jag ri baarta kaachi...

Meera shree giridhar natnaagar,
bhagat raseeli jaanchi...

Maaji saaware rang raachi...
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15. Main Girdhar Rang Rati

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main giradhara raga rt, saiy main
(I am dyed in the color of my Girdhar.)

pacharaga chol pahara sakh r main jhiramia ramav jt
(Clothed in a five colored garment, I went to the wilds, my friend.)

jhiramiam mohi mohana miliyo khola mil tana gt
(And to my surprise, discoved Mohan behind the bush. I embraced him to my heart's content
and started singing.)

koke piy paradesa basata hain likha likha bhejain pt
(If some woman's beloved lives in a different country, she sends him mail regulary.)

mer piy mere hya basata hai n kahu t jt
(My beloved who lives in my heart does not come or go anywhere.)

chand jyag sraja jyag jyag dharaa aks
(The sun and the moon will perish with all other objects seen in the sky.)

pavana p don h jyage aala rahai avins
(When the air and water too vanish, only the indestructible shall remain.)

aura sakh mada p-p mt main bina piy h mt
(All my friends drink wine to get intoxicated. I am already intoxicated!)

premabhah ko main mada pyo chhak phir dina-rt
(Drunk from the pot of love, I roam around tipsyly all the time.)

surata nirata ko divalo joyo manask kara l bt
(I lighted a lamp that is my dance in ecstacy using a wick that is my mind.)

agama ghiko tela sinchyo bla rah dina-rt
(The inconceivable is the ???? and imperishable oil has been fed. Incessantly, the lamp glows
day and night.)

jn phariye jn ssariye haris saina lagt
(Neither I need to go to my parental home nor to the in-laws'. Here we play dart games with
our eyes, me and Hari.)

mr kai prabhu giradhara ngara harichara chita lt
(Mr's lord is the clever Girdhar whose feet she loves to meditate upon.)
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16. Meha Barasavo Kare Re

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meh barasavo kare re, ja to ramiyo mere ghara re
nnhn nnhn bda megha ghana barase, skhe saravara bhara re
(Today my lord is at home. It is raining heavily and the tiny raindrops replenish dry ponds
(like tears of joy relieve the wailing hearts).)

bahuta din pai ptama pyo, bichhurana ko mohi ara re
(I received the company of my beloved after a long time. Now I am afraid lest I should be
separated from him.)

mr kahai ati neha judyo, main liyo purabalo vara re
(It is not strange to be extremely attached and thus increase my love for the one whom I had
chosen as my Lord several lifetimes ago.)
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17. Mein Girdhar Ke Ghar Jaun

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main giradharake ghara j
(I journey to the abode of my beloved Lord.)
giradhara mahro scho prtama dekhata rpa lubh
(My true lover is Giradhara. His captivating beauty I behold (all the day).)

raia padai tabh uha j bhora bhaye uhi
(Then at night I retire to my sleeping place only to be right back at His service in the
morning.)
raina din vke saga khel jy ty thi rijh
(Day and night I keep myself occupied with Him - playing and appeasing.)

jo pahirvai so pahir jo de so kh
(I drape myself in whatever He puts on me. I eat whatever He give me to eat.)
mer uak prta pur ua bina pala na rah
(Though our love endured through ages, I can not persist for a moment without Him.)

jah baihven titah baih bechai to bika j
(I stay wherever He makes me sit. If He sells me, I'm sold.)
mrke prabhu giradhara ngara bra bra bali j
(Mr submits herself in entirety to her dear Girdhar.)
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18. Mein Saanware Rang Ranchi

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main svare ranga rch
(I am colored in the shade of Krishna.)

sji singra bdha paga ghughar loka lja taji nch
(Having ornamented myself, wearing ankle-bells, I dance before the Lord relinquishing all
social norms.)

ga kumati la sdhu k sangati bhagata rpa yaha sch
(The wickedness of mind has been completely cleansed by virtue of the association of holy
ones. Thus I acquired a state of true devotion.)

gya gya hari ke gua nisa dina kla vyla so bch
(This way, singing the glories to the lord day and night I escaped the grip of Kla (time).)
Grip of 'time' has been described as grip of serpent.

ua bina saba jaga khro lgata aura bta saba kch
(Without my Lord entire world seems tasteless and everything meaningless.)

mr shr giradhrlla s bhagati rasl jch
(Mr found only the devotion to Sri Giridhara relishable.)
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19. Mero Man Ram Hi Ram Ratai Re

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mero mana rmahi rma raai re
(My mind ceaselessly chants the holy name "Rma".)

rma-nma japa lje pr, koika ppa kaai re
(Utter the holy name, O Embodied Soul, for it shatters away all the sins ...)

janama janamake khata ju purne, nmahi leta phaai re
(accumulated over several lives like old letters instantly torn to bits.)

kanaka kaore imrata bhariyo, pvata kauna naai re
(Who will not dance in ecstasy after drinking this nectar (holy name) from a golden cup.)

mr kahe prabhu hari abins, tana-mana thi paai re
(In this ecstasy, Mr offers her body and soul to the abiding Lord.)
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20. Mohi Laagi Lagan Guru Charanan Ki

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moh lg lagana guru charaanak
(I've developed an attachment to Guru's feet.)

charaa bin kachhuvai nahn bhvai jagamy saba sapananak
(Nothing else is desirable. The whole world is illusory like dream.)

bhausgara saba skha gayo hai phikara nahn mohi tarananak
(The "ocean of material existence" has dried up, no worry about reaching the shore.)

mrke prabhu giradhara ngara sa vah guru-sarananak
(Mr's lord is Giridhar Nagar, she seeks the shelter of Guru.)
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21. Natwar Naagar Nanda

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naavara ngara nand, bhajo re mana govind
(Worship, O Mind, the charming dancer, Govinda, the son of Nanda.)

shymasundara mukha chand, bhajo re mana govind
(His handsome moonlike face. Worship, O Mind, Govinda.)
t h naavara, t h ngara, t h bla mukund
(You are charming and you are the best of dancers, you are the lovely child.)

dhruva tre, prahlda ubre, narasinha rpa dharand
(You salvaged Dhruva. You took the form of Half-Man-Half-Lion and rescued Prahlada.)
kldaha men nga jyon nthyo, phaa-phaa nirata karand
(You danced on the hoods of the defeated serpent Kalia.)

vrundvana men rsa sachyo, nchata bla mukind
(And the same lovely child danced in the Rasa Lila of Vrindavana.)
mr ke prabhu giradhara ngara, ko yama k phanad
(Mr's prays to the Lord, Sri Giridhar to snip the noose of Yama.)
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22. Payoji Mhe To

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pyo j mhe to rma ratana dhana pyo
(I have procured the wealth of the name of Rama.)
bastu amolaka d mhre sataguru, kirap kara apanyo
(My master gave me this precious gift by mercifully accepting me.)

janama janamak pj p, jagamen sabh khovyo
(Having lost each worldly possession, I acquired the treasure of all lifetimes.)
kharachai nahin koi chora na levai, dina-dina badhata savyo
(Neither is this treasure spent nor can it be robbed. On contrary, it increases by a quarter
every day.)

satak nva khevaiy sataguru, bhavasgara tara yo
(The master set the Boat of Truth ashore across the Ocean of Existence.)
mrke prabhu giradhara ngara, harakha harakha jasa gyo
(Enthralled, Mr sings the glories to her Lord Girdhar.)
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23. Piyaji Mhare Naina

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piyj mhre naige rahajyo j
(Stay close before my eyes, my dear.)

nai ge rahajyo mhne, bhla mata jjyo j
(Never forget me, just stay close.)

bhau sgaramen bah jta h, bega mhr sudha ljyo j
(I continue to flow in the ocean of the world. Take my charge, don't delay.)

rj bhejy bikhak pyl, so imarita kara djyo j
(The king sent me a cup of poison to drink. Alter it to nectar.)

mrke prabhu giradhara ngara, mila bichhudana mata kjyo j
(Mr prays to her Lord Sri Girdhar, never to leave her again.)
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24. Rana Ji Ab Na Rahungi Tori Hataki

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r j ! aba na rahg tor haak
(O King'! You can not hold me back anymore.)

sdha sanga monhi pyr lgai lja ga ghghaa k
(Having given up all reticence, I openly enjoy the company of devouts.)

phara medat chhod paa surata nirata do chaak
(I have also dropped all ties with my maiden home. Now I always dance or modestly sit
engrossed.)

satagura mukura dikhy ghaa k nchg de de chuak
(My Master showed me the mirror in my heart. Enchanted by that grand sight, I dance
beating my fingers.)

hra singra sabh lyo apan chd kara k paak
(Necklace, bracelets and all other ornaments are no longer needed.)

mer suhga aba mok daras aura va jne ghaa k
(Now when I am able to see my true lord, who cares about what is in others' hearts
(especially yours)?)

mahala kil r monhi na chhie sr reshama paa k
(What use are palaces, forts and expensive outfits of?)

hu divn mr olai kesa la saba chhiak
(Mr has disheveled her hair. She simply moves around in ecstasy.)
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25. Saanvro Nand Nandan

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snvaro nanda nandana dha pady m
(I had the vision of the son of Nanda.)
riy saba loka lja sudha budha bisar
(That's why I left sense of honor and remain in frenzy.)

mora chandrak kira mugaa jaba soh
(A peacock feather adores Him as crown.)
kesara ro tilaka bhla lochana sukhad
(He has a Kesar mark on forehead and His eyes reflect peace.)

kuala jhalak kapola alak lahar
(His cheeks bear the reflection of His earlets and His earlocks wave.)
m taja saravara jyon makara milana dh
(It looks as if fish has left the lake to meet the crocodile.)

naavara prabhu bhesha dharay rpa jaga lobh
(The Lord charms the whole world in the guise of a dancer.)
giradhara prabhu anga anga mr bali j
(Mr offers up to the splendor of each of His part.)
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26. Saheliyan Sajan Ghar Aya

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saheliyn sjana ghara y ho
(Listen folks! My lover has returned home.)

bahota din k jovat birahina piva py ho
(I had been waiting for so long for him.)

ratana kar nechhvar le rati sj ho
(I'll gift away the whole treasury today. Let me get ready with a welcome-lamp.)

piy k diy sanesad thi bahota nivj ho
(I am eternally indebted to the informant who brought this auspicious news for me.)

pcha sakh ikah bha mili mangala gvai ho
(A group of friends sings auspicious songs in chorus.)

piya k rat badhvan anda agi na pvai ho
(Here I greet my beloved with love. I can't explain the happiness in my overflowing heart.)

hari sga s neharo nai bdhyo saneha ho
(He is the ocean of love. With His love He has cast a spell on my eyes (that refuse to move
away from him).)

mr sakh ke gaai ddhn bh meha ho
(Today, the fate is pouring gold on Mira's court.)
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27. Surat Dinanath Se Lagi

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srata dnntha se lag, t to samajha suhgaa surat nra
(You should not find it hard to understand my emotional resonance with all merciful Lord, O
sensible wedded woman!)

lagan lahago pahara suhgaa, bt jya bahra
(First drape yourself in the garb of love before the auspicious time runs out.)

dhana jobana hain pva r, milai na dj bra
(This wealth and youthfulness are like an unpredictable guest who will not visit you again.)

rma nma ko chudalo pahiro, premako suramo sra
(Put on the bracelet of the name Rma. Apply the collyrium of love.)

nakabesara hari nma k r, utara chalon parale pra
(Wear the ring of the name of Hari on your nose. And then come and travel with me to the
land of the Beloved on the other shore.)

aise barako ky bar, jo janamai aura mara jya
(Why should you choose a groom who was born and will die soon.)

bara bariye eka svaro r, chudalo amara ho jya
(Choose the Lord as your husband and an everlasting bridal stature will be yours.)

main jnyo hari main hagyo r, hari haga le gayo moya
(I believed that I had captivated His heart but it was He who robbed me ...)

lakha chaurs maurach r, chhinamen ger y chhai bigoya
(... by ceasing all recurrent material squence in a moment.)

surata chal jah main chal r, krushanma jhaakra
(Wherever this passion takes me, I'll follow, singing the name of the Lord on the way.)

abins k polapara j, mr karai chhai pukra
(At the portal to His immortal domain, Mr stands and calls out to you.)
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28. Syam Mane Chakar Rakho Ji

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syma! mne chkara rkho j
giradhrlla ! chkara rkho j
(O Shyam! Keep me at your service.)

chkara rahas bga lags nita uha darasaa ps
(As your housekeeper I will plant gardens and groves. Everyday I will get up and have a
good look at you.)

bindrbanak kunjagalinamen ter ll gs
(I will sing your glories in the verdurous lanes of Vrindavana.)

chkarmen darasaa p sumiraa p kharach
(Your presence will be my reward, your remembrance the remuneration for my services and)

bhva bhagati jgr p tn bt saras
(in the end I will inherit the fortune of devotion - all three conditions sound reasonable.)

mora mugaa ptmbara sohai gala baijant ml
(His head is decorated by a diadem of peacock feather. The yellow garment adds to his
beauty. A garland of vaijayanti flowers adorns his neck.)

bindrbanamen dhenu charve mohana muralvl
(The flute player grazes cows in Vrindavan.)

hare hare nita bga lag bicha bicha rkh kyr
(There I will grow lush green gardens and build rows of plants in series.)

svariyke darasaa p pahara kusumm sr
(Draped in a red sari, I will have darshan of dark Shyam in those groves.)

jog y joga karaak tapa karae sannys
(A yogi comes to practice yoga, a renunciant to perform austerities,)

har bhajanak sdh y bindrbana ke bs
(a holy man sings Lord's glory - all these the residents of Brindaban.)

mr ke prabhu gahira gabhr sad raho j dhr
(Mr's is the sober and composed Lord who always maintains his tranquility.)

dh rta prabhu darasana dnhen premanadke tr
(He appeared in the middle of the night beside the love-brook.)
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29. Ya Braj Mein Kachhu Dekhyo Ri Tona

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y braja men kachhu dekhyo r on
(There is some enchantment in the air of Vraja.)

le maak sira chal gujariy, ge mile bb nandaj ke chhon
(A gopi was carrying a pot of curds when she encountered the son of Nanda on the way.)

dadhi ko nma bisar gayo, 'lelehu pyr koi syma salon'
(She forgot what she was selling and yelled 'somebody buy our charming Shyam'.)

brundbana k kuja galina men, kha lagya gayo manamohan
(On the narrow streets of Vrindavana, Shyam steals the heart away.)

mr ke prabhu giradharangara, sundara syma sughara salon
(This handsome and charming Shyam is Mr's lord.)
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Contents
Ab Main Sharan Tihari Ji
Ab To Nibhaayaan Saregi
Bala Main Bairagan Hungi
Baraji Main Kaahu Ki
Bhaj Lere Man Gopal Guna
Bhaj Man Charan Kanval Abinasi
De Ri Maai
Hari Tum Haro Jan Ki Bhir
Hari bin kUn gat meri(pc1:156)
Jaise Jala Ke
Kahu Ki Main Barji Nahin Rahun
Karam Ki Gati Nyari
Karna Phakiri Phir Kya Dilgiri
Main To Teri Sharan Pari Re
Man Mein Paras Hari Re Charan
Mere To Girdhar Gopal (II)
Mhara Ri Giridhara Gopala
Mira Ko Prabhu Sanchi Dasi Banao
Nahi aiso janam barambar
Piya Thare Nam Lubhani Ji
Prabhu So Milan Kaise Hoy
Prabhuji Main Araj Karun
Raam Naam Ras Pijai
Ramaiya Main To
Ranaji Jahar Diyo
Sanvara Mhari Prit Nibhajyo Ji
Shyam Mhari Baanhdi Ji Gaho
Sisodyo Ruthyo To
Sun Leejo Binati Mori
Svami Sab Sansaar Ke
The Mat Barja Maidi
Tum Suno Dayaal Hamari Araji
Yahi Bidhi Bhakti Kaise Hoy

Teachings and Prayers

1. Ab Main Sharan Tihari Ji

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aba main saraa tihr j mohi rkhau krup nidhna
(You are the ocean of mercy! Keep me with you as I now fully surrender to you.)

ajmla apardh tre tre ncha sadna
(You saved Ajmil and many other sinners and low caste people like Sadn.)

jala bata gajarja ubre gaik chadh bimna
(You saved the King of Cosmic Elepents from drowning in water. It is by your mecry Gaik
was able to board the celestial ship to your abode.)

aura adhama tre bahutere bhkhata santa sujna
(With your blessings many other men of insignificant deed and birth have been librated what
to talk about the ardent devotees, saints and the pious ones.)

kubaj ncha bhla tr je sakala jahna
(A low caste hunchbacked tribal woman was librated accroding to another celebrated tale.)

kahn laga kah giata nahin vai thaki rahe beda purna
(How far can Mr say, no one could ever count all those who have been privilaged of you
benevolence. The Vedas and the Puranas too have given up.)

mr ds saraa tihr suniye donon kna
(Please listen with full regards to this prayer of Mr who seeks a place near you feet.)
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2. Ab To Nibhaayaan Saregi

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aba to nibhy sareg bha gahek lja
(Now is the time you have to prove that you are true to me. Accept me as your own and
preserve my honor.)

samaratha saraa tumhr saiy saraba sudhraa kja
(You are omnipotent. Epitome of success. My only support.)

bhavasgara sansra aparabala jmen tumaka ho jhayja
(The waves of the ocean of existence are strong indeed. You are a ship.)

giradhr dhra jagata guru tuma bina hoya akja
(You are the Supreme Master, the plinth that supports this world. Can anyone succeed if you
don't will?)

juga juga bhra har bhagatana k dno mokshasamja
(In all ages you relieved the sufferings of the devotees and bestowed liberation on
humankind.)

mr saraa gah charaanak lja rkho mahrja
(I have come to your feet and it is now your turn to honor my love.)
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3. Bala Main Bairagan Hungi

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bl main bairgaa hg
(Friend, I'll relinquish everything.)

jina bhesh mhro shiba rjhe, soh bhesha dharg
(Whatever pleases my Lord, I'll be that.)

sla santosha dhar ghaa bhtara, samat pakada rahg
(Pure, contended and equipoise will I be.)

jko nma niranjana kahiye, tko dhayna dharg
(I'll meditate on the One beyond thoughts and emotions.)

guru ke gyna rag tana kapad, mana mudr pairg
(I'll assimilate the knowledge imparted by my Master. I'll adorn my heart with it.)

prema ptas harigua g, charaana lipaa rahg
(With all love and affection will I sing the glories of Lord, always embracing His feet.)

y tanak main kar kngar rasan nma kahg
(May my whole body turn into flute. I'll chant His name.)

mr ke prabhu giradhara ngara sdh sanga rahg
(Mr's lord is Sri Girdhar. I resolve to be in the company of holy ones.)
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4. Baraji Main Kaahu Ki

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baraj main kh k na rah
(I refuse to be lorded over by anyone.)

suno r sakh tuma chetana hoke mana k bta kah
(Listen carefully friends, hereby, I express my mind before you.)

sdhu-sangata kara hari-sukha le jagas dra rah
(Aloof from the world, in the company of holy ones, I get divine bliss of Hari.)

tana dhana mero saba h jo bhala mero ssa lah
(Let my body and wealth slump, I'm ready to sacrifice my life.)

mana mero lgyo sumaraa set sabak main bola sah
(My mind is always engaged in remembrance of my Lord. That's why I silently listen to all
your jives.)

mr ke prabhu giradharangara sataguru sharaa gah
(Mr's true lord is only one - Giradhara and the Guru - her only shelter.)
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5. Bhaj Lere Man Gopal Guna

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bhaja le re mana gopla gun
(O People, worship the all qualified Gopal.)

adhama tare adhikra bhajanas joi ye hari saran
(Many downtrodden have been librated this way by just seeking the feet of Lord.)

abisavsa to skhi bat, ajmla gaik sadan
(If you don't believe then Ajmil, Ganik and Sadn bear witness.)

jo krupla tana mana dhana dnhon, naina nsik mukha rasan
(Isn't He merciful who gave you the body, mind, wealth, eyes, nose and tongue?)

jko rachata msa dasa lgai, thi na sumiro eka chhin
(It took ten months for Him to build your body but you don't think of Him for a second.)
Recall what you prayed in the womb ~ Bhagavatam

blpana saba khela gamyo, tarua bhayo jaba rpa dhan
(You spent your childhood in games. Then your youth dwindled while chasing wealth and
beauty.)

bruddha bhayo jaba lasa upajyo, my moha bhayo magan
(When the body turns old, great laziness emerges. Thus all your time was taken away by your
attachment to the objects of self-gratification.)

gaja aru gdhahu tare bhajanas, kou tar yo nahn bhajana bin
(By His mercy even elephants and vultures got libration. They could make it only by singing
glories of the Lord.)

ghan bhagata ppmuni sivar mrkh karo gaan
(Dhan, sage Pp, Sivar and many others counting Mr.)
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6. Bhaj Man Charan Kanval Abinasi

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bhaja mana charaakavala abins
(Worship, O Mind, worship the pleasant feet of eternal Lord.)

jeti dse dharaa gagana bicha, teti saba uha js
(For whatever is visible between heaven and earth will all collapse in a moment !)

kah bhayo tratha brata knhen, kah liye karavata ks
(In this circumstance, what good will pilgrimage or declining at sacred place do?)

ia dehk garaba na kara, mmen mila js
(Don't be proud of this body that will, in any case, go to earth.)

yo sansra chaharak bj, sjha pady uha js
(This world is like a game of dice and shall be dismissed in the evening.)

kah bhayo hai bhagav pahar y ghara taja, bhaye sannys
(Dressed up in saffron, although, you left your home and became an ascetic,)

jog hoya jugata nahin j, ulaa janama phira s
(if you still missed the point, the cycle of birth will continue.)

araja kar abal kara jode, syma tumhr ds
(O Shym! This helpless servant makes a humble appeal to you -)

mrke prabhu giradhara ngara, ko jamak phs
("Unshackle the bonds of Yama")
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de r m aba mhko giradharalla
(Give me (if you can) my Giradharall.)

pyre charaa k na karatihaun, aura na de mai lla
(It is not gemstones but some space at his lovely lotus-like feet that I seek.)

nto sgo parivro sro, mana lage mno kla
(If you find your heart in the nearest and dearest, be warned of impending peril.)

mr ke prabhu giradhara ngara, chhabi lakhi bha nihla
(When Mr saw the image of her Giradhara, she lost possession of all her senses.)
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8. Hari Tum Haro Jan Ki Bhir

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hari tuma haro janak bhra
(O Hari, please alleviate the affliction of masses.)
draupadk lja rkh turata badhyo chra
(With no delay you cast forth cloth to preserve Draupadi's honor.)

bhagata kraa rpa narahari dhar yo pa sarra
(You assumed the Half-Man-Half-Lion form to save Bhakta Prahlaada)
hiraykusa mri lnhon dhar yo nhina dhra
(And immediately destroyed Hiranyakashipu.)

bdato gajarja rkhyo kiyau bhara nra
(You pulled the drowning elephant, Gajaraj, out of waters.)
ds mr lla giradhara charaakavalapara sra
(Mr, thy servant, bows down at Your lotus feet.)
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hari bina ka gat mer
(Where will my journey end if not with Hari?)

tuma mere pratipla kahiye main rvar cher
(You are my preserver, my guardian. I am your humble adherent.)

di anta nija nva tero hy men pher ?
(Your eternal name beats in my heart.)

bera bera pukra kah prabhu rati hai ter
(An intense longing makes me constantly cry for you.)

yau sansra bikra sgara bchamen gher
(I am in the middle and this world, that is an ocean of sorrow, surrounds me.)

nva ph prabhu pla bdho bdata hai ber
(In this ocean, my boat broken ... O Lord! Tie up the mast, my ship sinks.)

birahai pivak ba jovai rkhalyo ner
(This forlorn pines for your arrival, come and retain her close to you.)

dsi mr rma raata hai main saraa h ter
(Mr, your handmaid, chants your name "Rma". You are her sole shelter.)
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10. Jaise Jala Ke

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jaise jala ke sushka hoyaten jiye na mna bichre
(When water dries up, fish can not survive.)

kirap kjyo darshana djyo mr pra dulre
(Such is Mr's fate, unless you show mercy and appear before her.)

tumhare kraa saba sukha chhoy aba mohi ky taraso
(I forsook all happiness and comfort for you, even now you keep me parched.)

aba chhoy nahin banai prabhuj chara psa bulo
(I've reached where there's no returning. Now you shall accept me and keep me close to your
feet.)
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11. Kahu Ki Main Barji Nahin Rahun

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kh k main baraj nhn rah
(I refuse to be dominated by anyone.)
'Barji' means "prevented by" or "controlled by"

jo ko mok eka kahe main eka k lkha kah
(If someone dares say a word to me, I'll reciprocate with a million words.)

ssa k ji mer nanada hahl yaha duhkha kinase kah
(My sister-in-law is obdurate - whom do I share this woe with?)

mr ke prabhu giradharangara jaga upahsa sah
(It is for my Giridhar, I endure all the ridicule showered by the world.)
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12. Karam Ki Gati Nyari

Karam ki gati nyari, santon
(The Law of Karma is deep)

Bade bade nayan diye mirgan ko ban ban phirat ughari
(Deer have big eyes, still they roam about in darkness.)
Deer move in groups, especially at night, looking for food.

Ujjval baran dinhi bagulan ko, koyal kar dinhi kari
(Cranes are white while melodious Koel is black.)

Auran dipan jal nirmal kinhi samundar kar dini khari
(Petty bodies of water carry fresh water and the mighty ocean is salty)

Murakh ko tum raj diyat ho, pandit phirat bhikhari
(Fools regin while the learned beg on streets)

Meera ke prabhu Giridhar Nagun, rajaji ki ko kaun bichari
(Mr's lord is the One Who Lifted Mountain, who care about the king?)
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13. Karna Phakiri Phir Kya Dilgiri

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karan phakr phira ky dilagiri sad magana main rahan j
(A mendicant has little to do with something like self-indulgence.)

koidina gd na koidina bangal koi dina jangala basan j
(Spending a day in luxurious bungalows with the best means of transport and dwelling in
forest on another day.)

koidina oli koidina tali koidina bhui para loan j
(Travelling in a palanquin or walking on foot; for me, crawling on the earth is also
acceptable.)

mr kahe prabhu giridhara ngara i pade to sahan j
(Mr says, for the sake of the Lord one should accept whatever destiny presents.)

Song subtitles from the movie:

(I am lost in singing your glories.
For you I even forsake the comforts of life.
Nothing else matters.
For Mr her Giridhar means the world to her)
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14. Main To Teri Sharan Pari Re

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main to ter saraa par re rm jy jde jy tra
(I take shelter at your feet O Rma, rescue me in whatever way you find appropriate.)

adasaha tratha bhrama bhrama yo mana nahin mn hra
(Having gone on pligrimage to scores of holy places, my heart is still hopeful.)

y jaga men ko nahin apa suiyau shravaa murra
(O Murr listen to my prayer - it is my experience that there is nobody truly anybody's own
in this world.)

mr ds rma bharose jama k phand nivra
(O Rma, please set Mr free from the grip of the Angel of Death as she, your helpless
handmaid, counts only on you.)
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15. Man Mein Paras Hari Re Charan

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maa men parasa hari re charaa
(Oh my mind, hold on to the feet of Lord Hari.)

subhaga stala kavala komala jagata jvl haraa
(They are beautiful, soothing to the heart, gentle like lotus, soft and they assuage the
threefold (daihik, daivik, bhautik) misiries of world.)

ia charaa prahalda parasy indra padav dharaa
(Because he touched these feet, Prahlad acquired the dominion of Indra.)

ia charaa dhruva aala karasy saraa asaraa saraa
(These feet made Dhruva's spirit resolute. They are the shelter of homeless.)

ia charaa brahma bhey nakhasikh siri bharaa
(These feet are the source of creation of the world and they have filled it thoroughly with
heavenly glory.)

ia charaa kliy nthy gopll karaa
(These feet conquered the serpent Kaliya. They danced with the Gopis.)

ia charaa gobaradhana dhray garaba maghav haraa
(These feet carried the load of Gobardhana to shatter the pride of Indra.)

dsi mr lla giradhara agama traa taraa
(Mr is the servant of Lord Girdhar whose feet are the boat to cross the unreachable shore
beyond worldly existence.)
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16. Mere To Girdhar Gopal (II)

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mere to giradhara gopla dsaro na ko
(I have no one beside my Giridhar Gopal)

jke sira mora mukua mero pati so
(My husband is the one whose head a crown of peacock feathers adores.)

tta mta bhrta bandhu pano na ko
(Parents, brothers and relatives, no one is my own.)

chhni da kulak kni kah karihai ko
(Now when I have dropped all care about the family prestige, what can anyone do.)

santana higa baihi baihi lokalja kho
(In the company of holy men, my social honor has become susceptible.)

chunar ke kiye ka oha lnh lo
(I tore away my soft cloth and put on coarse rugs.)

mot mnge utra banaml po
(Discarding gems and pearls, now I have hung a necklace of wild flowers around.)

ansuvana jala schi schi prema beli bo
(With the tears from my eyes, I watered the creeper of love.)

aba to bela phaila ga anda phala ho
(Now the vine has spread and borne the fruit of joy.)

ddha k mathaniyn bae prema se bilo
(I churned the milk with extreme love.)

mkhana jaba kdhi liyo chhchha piye ko
(Having collected the butter, it doesn't matter who takes the buttermilk.)

bhagati dekhi rj hu jagata dekhi ro
(A glimpse of devotion delights me. I wail at the sight of the world.)

ds mr lla giradhara tro aba moh
(Mr serves her Lord Sri Girdhar and request him to rescue her.)
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17. Mhara Ri Giridhara Gopala

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mhr r giridhara gopla dsar ky
(I have no one beside my Giridhar Gopal)

dsar ky sdh sakala loka jy
(I have made an exhaustive search. No one else do I find.)

bhy chhay bandh chhy sag bhy
(I relinquished all relatives. Relinquished all friends. All relations in the entire world.)

sdh higa baiha baiha loka lja khy
(In the company of holy men, jeopardized social honor.)

bhagata dekhy rj hy lagata dekhy ry
(A glimpse of a devotee delights me. I wail at the sight of an engrossed being.)

ddha matha ghruta kha lay ra day chhy
(Having churned the butter out, I discard the buttermilk.)

r visharo pyl bhejy pya magaa hy
(The king sent me a cup of poison that I drank with delight.)

mrn r lagaa lagy ho ho jo hy
(Now when my love has matured to wholehearted devotion, let whatever happen as it may.)
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18. Mira Ko Prabhu Sanchi Dasi Banao

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mrko prabhu sch ds bano
(Make me thy true servant.)

jhhe dhandhonse mer phand chhudo
(Relieve me of these false chores)

le h leta vivekak er
(that simply carry away all the intelligence)

budhi bala yadapi kar bahuter
(However hard I try to be smart)

hya ! hya ! nahin kachhu basa mer
(Oh, it seems all out of hand.)

marata h bibasa prabhu dho saber
(Before I die helplessly, show me thy light.)

dharma-upadesha nitaprati sunat h
(I do regularly listen to the words of wisdom.)

mana kuchlase bh darat h
(Still, more deceitful is mind.)

sad sdhu sev karat h
(I do regularly serve the holy ones)

sumiraa dhaynamen chita dharat h
(and engage my mind in chanting and mediation.)

bhakati mraga ds ko dikhalo
(Show me the path to devotion,)

mrko prabhu sch ds bano
(Make Mr Your true servant.)
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19. Nahi aiso janam barambar

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nahin aiso janama branbra
(This life is a one time opportunity)

k jn kachhu punya pragae mnus avatra
(Should be some good karma that resulted in my human birth)

badhata chhina chhina ghaata pala pala jta na lge bra
(Time leaps every second, time shortens every second)

birachhake jy pta e lage nahin puni ra
(Can fallen leaves be planted back?)

bhausgara ati jora kahiye anata dhra
(The forces of material world are very strong, infinite are their waves.)

rmanmak bdha bed utara parale pra
(Cross it to the shore. Use the boat of name of the Lord)

gyna chosara ma chohae turata ps sra
(Fill yourself with divine knowledge, get the essence, right now)

sdhu santa mahanta gyn karata chalata pukra
(All holy and learned men ask you for so)

dsi mr lla giradhara jva dina chyra
(Mr serves Lord Krishna, for life is short.)
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20. Piya Thare Nam Lubhani Ji

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piy thre nma lubh j
(I am in love with the name of my beloved.)

nma letn tiratn suyan, jaga phaa p j
(I have heard that taking his name, even stones float.)

krata kni kiy, gha karama kum j
(We have not done any glorious deeds. Utterly detestable have been our actions instead.)

gaak kra padhvatn, baikuha bas j
(But out of your mercy you taught the parrot of Gana and sent him to your abode.)

adhara nma kunjara layn, dukha avadha gha j
(When the elephant took your name on his lips, in no time you relieved his pain.)

garua chhna paga dhiyn, pasuja pan j
(The vulture escaped from the way and was librated from the animal body.)

ajnmela adha dhare, jama trsa asn j
(What more, you raised the fallen ones like Ajmil whom you freed him from the affliction
cast upon by Yama.)

putanma jasa giyn, gaja mr j j
(The elephant was about to be killed when he sang the glories of the name of the son. ????)

saragata then bara diy, paratta pichh j
(On that surrendred one, you showered your blessings reciprocating his love.)

mr ds rval, apa kara j j
(Now please recognize Mr, your servant, as your own.)
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21. Prabhu So Milan Kaise Hoy

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by ego thinks I am the doer."(Gt 3.27) Who is afraid and who is free from all worries of the
world?

prabhu son milana kaise hoya
(How will one be able to see God?)

pcha pahara dhandhe men bte, tna pahara rahe soya
(Fifteen hours are spent in different jobs (regarding maintenance of body, its relationships
and sensual enjoyments). Nine hours are spent taking rest.)

mnakha janama amolaka pyo, sotain r yo khoya
(The valuable human life is thus completely lost.)

mr ke prabhu giradhara bhajye hon hoya so hoya
(Mr's Lord is Shri Giridhar whom everyone should worship. Whatever has to happen will
happen. It is of no use to worry about it so much.)
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22. Prabhuji Main Araj Karun

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prabhuj main araja kar chh mero bedo lagjyo pra
(Dear Lord! I pray to you to set my boat ashore.)

ia bhavamen main dukha bahu pyo sans soga nivra
(Having experienced considrable suffering in this world I wish that all my doubts and grief
were removed.)

asha karamak talaba lag hai dra karo dukha bhra
(I still have a keen desire to engage myself in eight types of (fruitive and thus binding)
actions. Ah! These loads of sorrow. Who can lighten them if not you?)

yon sansra saba bahyo jta hai lakha chaurs r dhra
(This world is nothing more than the flow of a stream in which every droplet undergoes birth
and death in millions of life forms.)

mrke prabhu giradhara ngara vgamana nivra
(Mira prays to her deft Girdhar to free her from such metamorphic existence.)
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rma nma rasa pjai, manu rma nma rasa pjai
(Drink the nectarean name of Rma O Mind.)

taja kusanga satsanga baiha nita, hari-charch suna ljai
(Shun bad association, rather, spend time listening about the Lord.)

kma krodha mada lobha mohak, bah chitta se djai
(Cast lust, anger, pride, greed and attachment out of your heart.)

mr ke prabhu giradhara ngara thi ke ranga men bhjai
(And drench your self in the color of Mr's Lord Shr Giradhara.)
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ramaiy main to thre ranga rt
(I am dyed in the color of my Giradhara.)

auron ke piy paradesa basata hain, likha likha bejen pt
(Other women write to their husbands when they are away.)

mer piy mere hrudaya basata hai, rola kar dina rt
(My beloved lives in my heart. I talk to him day and night.)

chv chol pahira sakh r, main jhuramaa ramav jt
(Dressed and scented, I went to the bushes in trance to meet him.)

jhuramaa men mohi mohana miliy, ghla mil galabth
(There I ran into Mohan, and on top of that, he put his hands around me with love.)

aura sakh mada p p mt, men bina piy h mt
(Others rely on wine to get high. I don't.)

prema-bhah ko main mada pyo, chhak phir dina rt
(I'm already intoxicated by love, and roam around, all the time, in daze.)

surata nirata ko divalo joyo, manas prana bt
(I set light to the lamp of devotional service (dance and meditation). For wick I placed my
dedicated mind)

agama ghiko tela sinchyo, bla rah dina rt
(in a vessel filled with Inconceivable oil. My lamp burns day and night.)

jn phariye n ssariye haris saina lagt
(Never do I miss the opportunity to see Hari on the way to my parental home or the way
back.)

mr ke prabhu giradhara ngara, hari charan chita lt
(Mr applies her mind on the lotus feet of her lord Giradhara.)
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rj jahara diyo main jn
(I knew R had sent poison.)

jina hari mero nma nivero, chharyo ddha aru pn
(The lord preserved my honor, milk separated from water.)

jabalaga kanchana kasiyata nh, hota na bhara bn
(Unless gold is rubbed, there is no glitter.)

apane kula ko parado kariyo, main abal brn
(I renounced my own family, who can be more destitute and lonely than me?)

shvapacha bhakta braun tana-manate, haun hari htha bikn
(Since I am sold to Hari, I choose to serve with my body and mind only His true
devotees.(approximate))

mr prabhu giradhara bhajibeko, santacharaa lipan
(To worship her lord Shr Giradhara, Mr takes shelter at the feet of His devotees.)
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26. Sanvara Mhari Prit Nibhajyo Ji

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svar mhr prta nibhjyo j
(O Krishna, keep my deep attachment to you in mind and do not snap our relationship.)

the chho mhr gua r sgara augaa mhr mati jjyo j
(You are a paragon of all virtues, so please don't regard my faults.)
How can someone like me excel you in virtues, leave alone equal.

lokana dhjai mana na pasjai mukhadr sabada sujyo j
(People advised me but I did not give in. I am just waiting to hear a single word from you.)

main to ds janama janama k mhre ga ramat jyo j
(I am your eternal maid. (As you always visit your devotees to delight them and to remove
their sufferings ) Please be pleased and do visit my home too to put an end to my suffering.)

mair ke prabhu giradhara ngara bedo pra lagjyo j
(O Lord of Mr's heart, harbor her drifting ship near your Eternal Home.)
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27. Shyam Mhari Baanhdi Ji Gaho

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syma mhr bhadal j gaho
(Hold me firmly to you O Shyam!)

y bhavasgara majhadhra men the h nibhvaa ho
(In the middle of this worldly wirlpool, you are my only true companion.)

mhmen augaa ghad chhai ho prabhuj the h saho to saho
(Only you can disregard, if you wish, all the flaws innately crafted in me.)

mr ke prabhu hari abins lja biradak baho
(O Hari, the imperishable lord of Mr, the responsibility of preserving her honor leans
solely on your shoulder.)
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ssodyo rhyo to mhro k kara les
(What can anyone do to me? Let the king live with displeasure.)

mheto gua govinda gsy ho m
(My songs to the Lord shall not cease.)

rj rhyo to vro desha rakhs
harij rhy kihe jsy ho m
(Where'll I go if Hari is displeased?
A furious King can only expel me from his territory,)

loka lja k ka na mn
(Plastic conventions I refuse to obey and)

nirabhai nisa ghursy ho m
(valiantly shall I beat the drums of devotion.)

rma-nma ko jhyjha chalysy
(Sailing the ship of the name Rma,)

bhavasgara tira jsy ho m
(I'll transcend the outward reality.)

mr sharaa svala giradharak
(Mr in the shade of dark Giradhar,)

charaakamala lapasy ho m
(shall never leave the hold of His lotus feet.)
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29. Sun Leejo Binati Mori

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sua ljo binat mor main sharaa gah prabhu tor
(Please listen to my supplication as I seek your support O Lord!)

tuma to patita aneka dhre bhava sgara se tre
(You have salvaged many fallen souls and brought them beyond this worldly existence.)

main sabak to nma na jn ko ko nma uchre
(I can not know the names of them all but some that I know, I recollect.)

ambarsha sudm nm tuma pahuchye nija dhm
(You sent a king called Amharsh and a brahmin called Sudm to your Abode.)

dhruva jo pcha barasa ke blaka tuma darasa diye ghanasym
(You appeared before a five year old child called Dhruva.)

dhan bhagata k kheta jamy kabr k baila chary
(You ploughed the field of a devotee called Dhann and grazed the cattle of Kabra.)

sabark jh phala khy tuma kja kiye mana bhy
(You accepted the fruit tasted by the low caste woman called Sabari. Startling are you deeds.)

sadan au sen nko tuma knh apan
(You accpted the service of Sadan and Sen.)

karam k khichad kh tuma gaik pra lag
(And relished the ricemeal that a woman called Karm used to prepare for you. You salvaged
another devotee called Gaik.)

mr prabhu tumare raga rt y jnata saba duniy
(Mira's heart is dyed in the color of your devotion. This is now, O Lord, known to the whole
world.)
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svm saba sansra ke ho sche shrbhagavna
(O True Lord of the World! Glories to You.)

sthvara jangama pvaka p dharat bja samna
(Impartially you prevail in all movable and immovable objects whether fire or water, soil or
seed.)

saba men mahim thr dekh kudarata ke karabna
(Your glories can be seen in all miracles of nature.)

bipra sudmko dlda khonyo blek pahachna
(You took away the poverty of your childhood pal Sudm on whom)

do muh tandula k chb dnhayon dravya mahna
(you showered immeasurable riches for merely two handful of rice!)

bhrata men arjuna ke ge pa bhay rathavna
(In the Mahbhrta war, you drove the chariot of Arjuna.)

arjuna kulk loga nihr y chhua gay tra kamna
(When he saw his own kinsmen ready to fight against him, his bow and arrow had slipped
from his hands.)

n ko mre n ko marato tero yo agyna
(It was you who told him - "nobody ever kills and nobody ever gets killed. It's only ignorance
that makes you perceive so.")

chetana jva to ajara amara hai yo gtro gyna
("The living soul is unborn and indestructible" was the knowledge you imparted to the world
through Gita.)

merepara prabhu kirap kjai bad apa jna
(Now for me, you show the same mercy, considering me your own devotee.)

mr ke prabhu giradhara ngara charaa kavala men dhyna
(I meditate on your lotus feet.)
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31. The Mat Barja Maidi

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then mata barajn mid sdhn darasaa jvn
(Don't stop me my friend. I am going to see the virtuous ones.)

syma rpa hiradn basn mhre ora na bhvn
(When the beauty of Krishna occupies the heart what else can appeal?)

saba sovn sukha nndad mhre naia jagvn
(Everyone gets a sound sleep. Only my eyes remain awake.)

gya nasn jaga bvar jyku syma bhvn
(The world goes bewildered. It is the intoxication of knowledge. That's why they don't
perceive Shyam attractive.)

m hiradn basy snbaro mhre nda na vn
(But because my heart knows only Shyam, I don't get sleep.)

chaumsyn r bvad jyn k nra pvn
(Why should I drink water from a seasonal pond)
Probably referring to all heavenly and earthly influentials.

hari nirjhara amruta jhar y mhr pysa bujhvn
(when I can access the ever flowing nectarean cascade poured forth by Hari himself?)
The qualifier "ever flowing" added to contrast with the word 'chaumasyn' (seasonal).

rpa surang snvaro mukha nirakhaa jvn
(I am on my way to witness the beauty of the all attractive face of Shyam that has a smoky
complexion.)

mr vykula biraha apan kara lyvn
(O Shyam! Mr, bereft of your association, fervently requests you to generously accept her
as your own.)
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32. Tum Suno Dayaal Hamari Araji

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Here's another prayer in which Mr recognizes the Lord as the only true friend ...

tuma suau dayla mhr araj
(Listen to my supplication, O Kind Hearted!)

bhavasgara men bah jta h kdho to thr maraj
(With the flow of existence, I flow in time. You can
emancipate, if you wish.)

ia sansra sago nahin ko sch sag raghubaraj
(There is no true companion besides you.)

mta-pit au kuama kablo saba matalabake garaj
(All the kinsfolk serve none but themselves.)

mrk prabhu araj sua lo charaa lagvo thr maraj
(Here is Mr's humble appeal. Give her the opportunity to serve you, if you wish.)
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33. Yahi Bidhi Bhakti Kaise Hoy

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yahi bidhi bhakti kaise hoya
(How will the devotion to Lord be rendered?)

mana k maila hiyaten na chh, diyo tilaka sira dhoya
(The stains on the mind do not fade. The forehead is washed and tilak applied.)

kma kkara lobha or, bdhi mauhin chala
(The ogre of attachment ties up a dog that is lust with a rope that is greed.)

krodha kas rahata ghaa men, kaise mile gopla
(While the butcher who is anger resides within, will the Lord ever visit the heart?)

bilra bishay llach re, thi bhojana deta
(A cat that is the desire for sensual gratification is fed daily.)

dna hna hvai chhudh rata se, rma nma na leta
(A destitute is dying of hunger, still the name Rma is not uttered.)

pahi pa pujya ke re, phle aga na samta
(Having praised oneself one feels complacent.)

abhimna l kiye bahu kahu, jala kah haharta
(On the top of the skyscraper of vanity, how can the fluid of humility stay?)

jo tere hiya antara k jnai, tson kapaa na banai
(One can not deceive the omniscient who knows everyone's heart.)

hirade hari ko nma na vai, mukha tai maniy ganai
(Alas! The mouth chants the beads but the heart never uttered a word.)

Here's the way ...

hari hitu se heta kara, sansra s tyga
(Love the devotees of the Lord and shun all expectations of the world.)

dsa mr lla giradhara sahaja kara bairga
(Mr, who serves the apple of her eye, Sri Girdhar, asks to be casually detached.)
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