Introduction

Hello friends! In India, we worship our motherland as “Bharat Mata” – a life-giving force, a mother goddess. Bharat Mata Ki Aarti is a touching ritual through which we express our unwavering devotion and love for the country. Are you curious about the deep spiritual significance of Bharat Mata Ki Aarti and the method of performing it? So let’s explore together in this blog today.

Hindu ritual of worship

आरती भारत माता की,
जगत के भाग्य विधाता की ।
आरती भारत माता की,
ज़गत के भाग्य विधाता की ।

सिर पर हिम गिरिवर सोहै,
चरण को रत्नाकर धोए,
देवता गोदी में सोए,
रहे आनंद, हुए न द्वन्द,
समर्पित छंद,
बोलो जय बुद्धिप्रदाता की,
जगत के भाग्य विधाता की

आरती भारत माता की,
जगत के भाग्यविधाता की ।

जगत में लगती है न्यारी,
बनी है इसकी छवि न्यारी,
कि दुनियाँ देख जले सारी,
देखकर झलक,
झुकी है पलक, बढ़ी है ललक,
कृपा बरसे जहाँ दाता की,
जगत के भाग्य विधाता की

आरती भारत माता की,
जगत के भाग्यविधाता की ।

गोद गंगा जमुना लहरे,
भगवा फहर फहर फहरे,
लगे हैं घाव बहुत गहरे,
हुए हैं खण्ड, करेंगे अखण्ड,
देकर दंड मौत परदेशी दाता की,
जगत के भाग्य विधाता की

आरती भारत माता की,
जगत के भाग्यविधाता की ।

पले जहाँ रघुकुल भूषण राम,
बजाये बँसी जहाँ घनश्याम,
जहाँ का कण कण तीरथ धाम,
बड़े हर धर्म, साथ शुभ कर्म,
लढे बेशर्म बनी श्री राम दाता की,
जगत के भाग्य विधाता की

आरती भारत माता की,
जगत के भाग्यविधाता की ।

बड़े हिन्दू का स्वाभिमान ,
किया केशव ने जीवनदान,
बढाया माधव ने भी मान,
चलेंगे साथ,
हाथ में हाथ, उठाकर माथ,
शपथ गीता गौमाता की,
जगत के भाग्य विधाता की
आरती भारत माता की,
जगत के भाग्यविधाता की ।

Importance of Bharat Mata Aarti

The meaning behind Bharatmata’s Aarti is very deep. Through this ritual we do something like this:

• Expression of Patriotism:  Aarti is a symbol of immense love and respect for our motherland.
• Worship:  We worship Mother India as a divine mother.
• Honoring the Sacrifice:  We remember the selfless sacrifices of the freedom fighters and their contribution towards building our nation.
• Spiritual Connection  : Aarti strengthens our spiritual and cultural connection with India.

Method of performing Aarti of Bharat Mata (Puja Vidhi)

Aarti is performed in temples, educational institutions and other public events. Here’s how to do it:

1. Gather puja materials:  a plate, lamp, ghee, incense sticks, flowers, fruits, sweets and a picture or idol of Bharat Mata.
2. Take bath and wear clean clothes:  Cleaning yourself before performing aarti creates a pure feeling.
3. Install the picture or idol of Bharat Mata:  Prepare the puja place and place the idol of Bharat Mata in front with reverence.
4. Light the lamp:  Place ghee and wick in an oil lamp.
5. Burn incense sticks:  Burn incense sticks to create a fragrant environment.
6. Perform Aarti:  Sing the Aarti while moving the Aarti thali in a circular motion around the image of Bharat Mata.
7. Offer flowers:  Offer flowers to express respect towards Mother India.
8. Offer Prasad:  Offer fruits and sweets as Prasad.
9. Meditate:  Meditate for a few moments on the beauty of Mother India and your love for our country.

Stories related to Bharat Mata Aarti

There are many touching stories associated with Aarti. Here are some that will touch your heart:

• Devotion to freedom fighters:  It is said that Bharat Mata ki Aarti provided deep inspiration and courage to many freedom fighters during their fight.
• Stories of Community Harmony:  There are many examples where people of different religions have gathered to perform aarti together with equal devotion for Bharat Mata.
• Stories of personal transformation:  Some people share how participating in Bharat Mata Aarti instilled in them a sense of social responsibility and service to the country.

Conclusion

Bharat Mata Ki Aarti is more than just a religious ritual. It is a celebration of our shared Indian identity and national pride. The more we respect and care for our country, the more it will flourish.

I encourage you to participate in this beautiful tradition and express your sense of patriotism through Bharat Mata Ki Aarti. Would you like to share any personal experiences that have benefited you from participating in the Bharat Mata Aarti? Let me know in the comments below!

Jai Hind! Long live Mother India!