Shri Chandra Dev Chalisa
In Hinduism, the Moon holds a significant position. Lord Chandra is considered a symbol of peace and gentleness, and he is associated with mental health and emotional balance. In Vedic astrology, the Moon represents the mind and mental state. Worship and fasts dedicated to the Moon, such as Karwa Chauth, express devotion and gratitude towards him. Different phases of the Moon are considered auspicious for religious and spiritual activities. Therefore, worshipping the Moon is important for mental peace, prosperity, and spiritual growth. Let us explore the Chalisa of Lord Chandra, whose recitation brings the blessings of the Moon God.
|| Dohas ||
Jai Jai Chandra Amar Nath.
Jai Jai Jayat Sut Gun Gath.
Meaning: Hail to Amar Nath Chandra (the Moon God). Hail, hail, and praise be to the son and his virtues.
|| Chaupais ||
1. Jai Jai Jai Chandra Bhagwana.
Saptashat Bhoomi Teri Mana.
Meaning: Hail, hail, hail to Lord Chandra. Your domain is considered to be seven hundred in measure.
2. Shwet Kiran Karuna Ke Sagar.
Sheetalta De Man Ko Ujagar.
Meaning: Your white rays are an ocean of compassion, providing coolness and enlightenment to the mind.
3. Vashistha Tujhe Dev Man Mana.
Som Shreshtha Tujhse Hi Jana.
Meaning: Sage Vashistha recognizes you as a deity, and the excellence of the Moon (Som) is known through you.
4. Amrit Mayi Rashmi Teri Pyari.
Sheetalta De Jagat Sanwari.
Meaning: Your nectar-like rays are beloved and adorn the world with their soothing effect.
5. Dwijpati Kahe Tujhe Muni Gyani.
Chandra Rashi Mein Tu Maha Prani.
Meaning: The learned and wise call you the king of the twice-born (Brahmins), and you are a great being within the lunar constellation.
6. Dev Danav Tujhe Sheesh Nawawe.
Tera Poojan Shanti Dilave.
Meaning: Gods and demons bow to you, and worshipping you brings peace.
7. Sompriya Priyapati Tera.
Jyotishiyon Ne Tu Hi Ghera.
Meaning: Beloved of the Moon, you are the focus of astrologers.
8. Shwetambar Dhari Karun Nidhi.
Teri Mahima Atulit Nidhi.
Meaning: You, the bearer of white garments, are a treasure of compassion. Your glory is immeasurable.
9. Vrat Somvar Tujhe Prasann Kare.
Tujhse Jeevan Dhanya Bhare.
Meaning: The Monday fast pleases you, and your grace fills life with blessings.
10. Shwet Varn Ki Tu Jyoti.
Tujhse Milta Nit Shanti.
Meaning: You are the light of the white color, and through you, eternal peace is obtained.
11. Chandra Kiran Sjeev Ko Poshe.
Jal Ko Bhi Tujhse Hi Josh.
Meaning: Your moonbeams nourish the living and imbue water with vitality.
12. Sharad Purnima Mein Teri Mahima.
Tujhse Hi Ho Srishti Ki Garima.
Meaning: Your glory shines during Sharad Purnima, and through you, the splendor of creation is maintained.
13. Chandra Dosh Ka Kar Tu Nivaran.
Tere Bina Na Ho Koi Sakshar.
Meaning: You remove the defects of the moon, and without you, nothing would be complete.
14. Chandra Grahasti Ka Kar Har Nivaran.
Tujhse Milta Sabko Uddharan.
Meaning: You remove the effects of lunar eclipses, and through you, everyone finds salvation.
15. Sompriya Jo Tujhe Niharen.
Unka Sankat Tu Hi Tare.
Meaning: O beloved of the Moon, those who gaze upon you have their troubles removed.
16. Chandra Dharan Kar Shiv Shankar.
Neelkanth Ka Roop Sanware.
Meaning: Lord Shiva bears the moon and appears in the form of Neelkanth (the Blue-Throated One).
17. Tujhe Arpan Jal Dhara.
Dukhon Ka Kart Tu Nivaran.
Meaning: We offer you the stream of water, and you alleviate our sorrows.
18. Chandramayi Dhara Tujhe Dhyaven.
Sagar Bhi Tujhse Jud Javen.
Meaning: The Moon-like earth worships you, and the ocean connects with you.
19. Chandra Kiran Tujhe Nit Vandana.
Tujhse Hi Ho Jeevan Vandana.
Meaning: We constantly worship the moonbeams, and through you, life is honored.
20. Jyotishiyon Ki Tu Rakwala.
Teri Mahima Atulit Pyala.
Meaning: You are the protector of astrologers, and your glory is like an incomparable chalice.
21. Jal Ke Bhi Tu Hi Rakwala.
Srishti Ka Tu Hi Sambhala.
Meaning: You are the guardian of water, and you manage the creation.
22. Chandra Se Shanti Ka Mel.
Tujhse Hi Jeevan Ka Khel.
Meaning: Peace comes from the moon, and through you, life’s play is maintained.
23. Chandra Kiran Ki Mahima Nyari.
Sagar Bhi Tujhse Hi Pyari.
Meaning: The glory of moonbeams is unique, and the ocean too is dear because of you.
24. Tera Poojan Phaldayi Ho.
Dukh-Daridra Na Sataaye Ho.
Meaning: May worshipping you be fruitful, and may one be free from suffering and poverty.
25. Chandra Darshan Sukha De Bhari.
Dukhiyon Ki Karte Tu Sanwari.
Meaning: Viewing the moon brings immense joy, and you assist those in distress.
26. Jinke Sir Par Tera Haath.
Unke Paas Na Ho Koi Anath.
Meaning: Those under your protection never have anyone abandoned.
27. Karuna Teri Sada Sheetal.
Tera Poojan Jag Mein Amrital.
Meaning: Your compassion is always soothing, and your worship is like nectar in the world.
28. Chandra Devta Sabko Tare.
Sankat Se Sabki Raksha Kare.
Meaning: The Moon God guides everyone and protects all from difficulties.
29. Tere Poojan Se Ho Santosh.
Sankaton Ka Hove Nash.
Meaning: Worshipping you brings satisfaction, and it eliminates all troubles.
30. Sompriya Jo Vrat Rakhe.
Sankat Se Wo Sab Raksha Kare.
Meaning: O beloved of the Moon, those who observe the fast are protected from all troubles.
31. Chandramayi Tujhse Ho Tej.
Tujhse Jeevan Ka Ho Gage.
Meaning: Through your moonlight, life gains brilliance and measures up to greatness.
32. Shwet Pushp Se Ho Tera Poojan.
Tujhse Hi Door Ho Jeevan Srijan.
Meaning: Worship with white flowers is done, and through you, life’s creation is sustained.
33. Sompriya Ka Tu Rakwala.
Tujhse Hi Ho Jeevan Ka Pala.
Meaning: O beloved of the Moon, you are the guardian of life, and through you, life is protected.
34. Chandramayi Tu Kar Kripa.
Tujhse Ho Jeevan Ki Srijan Dhara.
Meaning: O Moon Goddess, please grant your grace, as life’s creative flow comes from you.
35. Sompriya Teri Aarti Gaye.
Sankaton Ka Har Nivaran Paaye.
Meaning: Those who sing your aarti (hymn) find solutions to all their problems.
36. Chandramayi Tujhse Hi Nihare.
Tujhse Hi Ho Jeevan Ki Sab Pyari.
Meaning: Those who gaze upon you find everything in life dear through you.
37. Chandramayi Dhara Ko Jo Jaane.
Tujhse Hi Srishti Ki Suhane.
Meaning: Those who understand the Moon-like earth find the creation beautiful through you.
38. Chandra Ki Mahima Atulit.
Tujhse Hi Ho Jeevan Ki Shakti.
Meaning: The glory of the moon is unparalleled, and life’s strength comes from you.
39. Chandra Se Ho Jeevan Mein Ujala.
Tujhse Hi Ho Jeevan Ka Pyala.
Meaning: Light in life comes from the moon, and through you, life’s cup is filled.
40. Tujhse Srishti Ka Srijan Ho.
Tujhse Hi Jeevan Ka Pavan Ho.
Meaning: Through you, creation happens, and through you, the breath of life is sustained.
This Chalisa is a worship of Lord Chandra (the Moon God) and an expression of the benefits provided by him. Reciting it regularly brings mental peace, prosperity, and happiness.
