Chitragupta Aarti - Complete चित्रगुप्त आरती Lyrics in Hindi & English
Introduction to Chitragupta Aarti
The Chitragupta Aarti is a devotional hymn dedicated to Lord Chitragupta, the divine record keeper who maintains the accounts of all actions (karma) performed by every living being. He is the assistant of Yamaraj, the god of death and justice.
Chitragupta was created by Lord Brahma from his own body (Kaya) to keep track of the deeds of all beings. His name means "hidden picture" (Chitra = picture, Gupta = hidden), referring to the complete record of one's life that remains hidden until judgment.
He is especially revered by the Kayastha community as their progenitor deity and is worshipped for honesty, knowledge, and protection from the consequences of past misdeeds.
Spiritual Significance of Lord Chitragupta
The Divine Accountant
Chitragupta maintains the Agrasandhani - the complete record of every thought, word, and deed of all living beings. At the time of death, he presents this record before Yamaraj for judgment.
Symbol of Justice
He represents perfect justice and accuracy. His records cannot be altered or corrupted, ensuring that everyone receives the exact fruits of their karma.
Patron of Writers
As the first being to write, Chitragupta is considered the patron deity of writers, accountants, and all who work with records and documentation.
Twelve Sons - Twelve Branches
Chitragupta had twelve sons, who became the progenitors of twelve branches of the Kayastha community, each with distinct surnames and traditions.
Chitragupta Aarti Lyrics
ॐ जय चित्रगुप्त हरे,स्वामी जय चित्रगुप्त हरे।
भक्त जनों के इच्छित,फल को पूर्ण करे॥
ॐ जय चित्रगुप्त हरे...॥
विघ्न विनाशक मंगलकर्ता,सन्तन सुखदायी।
भक्तन के प्रतिपालक,त्रिभुवन यश छायी॥
ॐ जय चित्रगुप्त हरे...॥
रूप चतुर्भुज,श्यामल मूरति, पीताम्बर राजै।
मातु इरावती,दक्षिणा, वाम अङ्ग साजै॥
ॐ जय चित्रगुप्त हरे...॥
कष्ट निवारण, दुष्ट संहारण,प्रभु अन्तर्यामी।
सृष्टि संहारण, जन दुःख हारण,प्रकट हुये स्वामी॥
ॐ जय चित्रगुप्त हरे...॥
कलम, दवात, शङ्ख,पत्रिका, कर में अति सोहै।
वैजयन्ती वनमाला,त्रिभुवन मन मोहै॥
ॐ जय चित्रगुप्त हरे...॥
सिंहासन का कार्य सम्भाला,ब्रह्मा हर्षाये।
तैंतीस कोटि देवता,चरणन में धाये॥
ॐ जय चित्रगुप्त हरे...॥
नृपति सौदास, भीष्म पितामह,याद तुम्हें कीन्हा।
वेगि विलम्ब न लायो,इच्छित फल दीन्हा॥
ॐ जय चित्रगुप्त हरे...॥
दारा, सुत, भगिनी,सब अपने स्वास्थ के कर्ता।
जाऊँ कहाँ शरण में किसकी,तुम तज मैं भर्ता॥
ॐ जय चित्रगुप्त हरे...॥
बन्धु, पिता तुम स्वामी,शरण गहूँ किसकी।
तुम बिन और न दूजा,आस करूँ जिसकी॥
ॐ जय चित्रगुप्त हरे...॥
जो जन चित्रगुप्त जी की आरती,प्रेम सहित गावैं।
चौरासी से निश्चित छूटैं,इच्छित फल पावैं॥
ॐ जय चित्रगुप्त हरे...॥
न्यायाधीश बैकुण्ठ निवासी,पाप पुण्य लिखते।
हम हैं शरण तिहारी,आस न दूजी करते॥
ॐ जय चित्रगुप्त हरे...॥
Om Jaya Chitragupta Hare,Svami Jaya Chitragupta Hare।
Bhakta Janon Ke Ichchhita,Phala Ko Purna Kare॥
Om Jaya Chitragupta Hare...॥
Vighna Vinashaka Mangalakarta,Santana Sukhadayi।
Bhaktana Ke Pratipalaka,Tribhuvana Yasha Chhayi॥
Om Jaya Chitragupta Hare...॥
Rupa Chaturbhuja,Shyamala Murati, Pitambara Rajai।
Matu Iravati,Dakshina, Vama Anga Sajai॥
Om Jaya Chitragupta Hare...॥
Kashta Nivarana, Dushta Samharana,Prabhu Antaryami।
Srishti Samharana, Jana Duhkha Harana,Prakata Huye Svami॥
Om Jaya Chitragupta Hare...॥
Kalama, Davata, Shankha,Patrika, Kara Mein Ati Sohai।
Vaijayanti Vanamala,Tribhuvana Mana Mohai॥
Om Jaya Chitragupta Hare...॥
Simhasana Ka Karya Sambhala,Brahma Harshaye।
Taintisa Koti Devata,Charanana Mein Dhaye॥
Om Jaya Chitragupta Hare...॥
Nripati Saudasa, Bhishma Pitamaha,Yada Tumhein Kinha।
Vegi Vilamba Na Layo,Ichchhita Phala Dinha॥
Om Jaya Chitragupta Hare...॥
Dara, Suta, Bhagini,Saba Apane Svastha Ke Karta।
Jaun Kahan Sharana Mein Kisaki,Tuma Taja Main Bharta॥
Om Jaya Chitragupta Hare...॥
Bandhu, Pita Tuma Svami,Sharana Gahun Kisaki।
Tuma Bina Aura Na Duja,Asa Karun Jisaki॥
Om Jaya Chitragupta Hare...॥
Jo Jana Chitragupta Ji Ki Aarti,Prema Sahita Gavain।
Chaurasi Se Nishchita Chhutain,Ichchhita Phala Pavain॥
Om Jaya Chitragupta Hare...॥
Nyayadhisha Baikuntha Nivasi,Papa Punya Likhate।
Hama Hain Sharana Tihari,Asa Na Duji Karate॥
Om Jaya Chitragupta Hare...॥
Chitragupta Puja
Chitragupta Puja is celebrated on the second day after Diwali (Kartik Shukla Dwitiya), also known as Bhai Dooj or Yama Dwitiya. This day is particularly significant for the Kayastha community.
Puja Rituals
- Clean and prepare the worship area
- Install Chitragupta's image or idol
- Offer pen (kalam), ink pot (dawaat), and account books
- Worship books and writing materials
- Offer flowers, sweets, and fruits
- Recite Chitragupta Chalisa and Aarti
Significance of Items
- Pen (Kalam): Symbol of writing and record-keeping
- Ink Pot (Dawaat): Represents the recording of karma
- Account Books: Symbolize life's balance sheet
Benefits of Chitragupta Worship
Record Purification
Helps purify the record of past negative karma.
Justice
Ensures fair treatment and just outcomes in legal matters.
Education
Blesses students and scholars with knowledge and wisdom.
Career Success
Benefits those in administration, accounting, and writing professions.
❓ FAQs
Who is Lord Chitragupta?
Chitragupta is the divine record keeper who maintains accounts of all actions (karma) performed by living beings. He was created by Brahma and serves as Yamaraj's assistant in dispensing justice.
When is Chitragupta Puja celebrated?
Chitragupta Puja is celebrated on the second day after Diwali (Kartik Shukla Dwitiya), which is also known as Bhai Dooj or Yama Dwitiya.
Why do people worship pens and account books?
Pens, ink pots, and account books symbolize Chitragupta's role as the divine recorder. Worshipping these items honors the importance of truthful record-keeping and invokes his blessings.