Singer : Lata Mangeshkar
Based on Raag : Yaman Kalyan
Pitch : F#
Shriram | Shriram
,N R G… | ,N R S….
॥1॥
Shri | Ramachandra | Kripalu | Bhajuman,
,N R | G G GM | G G~R~G R | ,NRS,N~,D
Harana | Bhavabhaya | Daarunam | ।
,N R R | M^M^ PP | M^G RGR S
Navakanja | Lochana | Kanja | Mukhakara,
,N R G G | G M G | R~G~R | ,NRS,N~,D
Kanja | Pada | Kanjaarunam |
,N R R | M^M^ | P M^G RGR S
Shriram | Shriram
,N R G… | ,N R S….
॥2॥
Kandarpa | Aganita | Amita | Chhavi |
,N R G G | GG GGM^ | GM^ M^M^ | R R
Nava | Neela | Neerada | Sundaram |
,N R | M^M^ | D DN | M^ N DP
Patapita | Manahu | Tadita | Ruchi | Shuchi,
M^ D NN | N N NS’ | DND | P P | M^ G
Navmi | Janaka | Sutaavaram |
G~M^ M^ | RR G | M MGRG R S
Shriramchandra kripalu…
[Rest of the Bhajan follows same notations as for ||2||]
॥3॥
Bhaju | Deena | Bandhu | Dinesh | Daanav,
Daityavansha | Nikandanam |
Raghunanda | Aananda | Kanda | Kusala,
Chanda | Dasharatha | Nandanam |
Shriramchandra kripalu…
॥4॥
Sira | Mukuta | Kundala | Tilaka | Chaaru,
Udaaru | Anga | Vibhooshanam | ।
Aajaanu | Bhuja | Shara | Chaapadhara,
Sangraama-jita-khara | Dooshanam |
Shriramchandra kripalu…
॥5॥
Iti | Vadati | Tulsidas | Shankar,
Shesha | Muni | Manaranjanam | ।
Mama | Hridayakanja | Nivaas | Kuru,
Kaamaadi | Khaladal | Ganjanam |
Shriramchandra kripalu…
॥6॥
Manu | Jaahin | Raacheu | Milihi | so | Baru,
Sahaja | Sundara | Saanvaro | ।
Karuna | Nidhaan | Sujaan | Seelu,
Sanehu | Jaanat | Raavaro |
Shriramchandra kripalu…
॥7॥
Ehi | Bhaanti | Gauri | Asees | Suni | Siya,
Sahita | Hiyan | Harashi | Ali | ।
Tulsi | Bhavaanihi | Pooji | Puni | Puni,
Mudit | Man | Mandir | Chalee |
Shriramchandra kripalu…
Have you ever listened to “Shri Ram Chandra Kripalu Bhajman” and felt a wave of calm washing over you? That’s the magic of this devotional hymn. Penned by Goswami Tulsidas, this timeless stuti is like a heartfelt letter to Lord Rama, celebrating his boundless grace and compassion. You’ll often hear it resonating through temples, homes, and spiritual gatherings, especially during Shri Ram Navami and other auspicious occasions.
But here’s an interesting twist — legend has it that Tulsidas composed this hymn at a time when he was haunted by the looming presence of the Kali Yuga, the age of darkness and strife. Fear and uncertainty clouded his heart until he turned to his ever-faithful guide, Lord Hanuman. Inspired and reassured, Tulsidas poured his devotion into Vinay Patrika, with “Shri Ram Chandra Kripalu Bhajman” becoming a glowing tribute to Lord Rama’s divine presence.
There’s something profound about chanting these verses. Devotees believe that it brings inner peace, wards off negativity, and strengthens the spirit. It’s not just a song — it’s like a protective shield, reminding us that no fear is too great when Lord Rama’s name is on our lips.
So, the next time you hum along to “Shri Ram Chandra Kripalu Bhajman”, remember — you’re not just singing. You’re connecting with centuries of devotion, hope, and the ever-constant belief in divine grace. Give it a try. Who knows? You might just feel a little lighter, a little braver, and a whole lot closer to Lord Rama.
