શ્રી રામકબીર ભગવાન પ્રભુ રામકબીર ભગવાન

નાદબ્રહ્મ પદ - ૮૬૮, પૃષ્ઠ – ૫૯૦
Nādbrahma pada - 868 , page 590

[English translation by AI]

This Aarti honors Lord Ramkabir's divine manifestation, historical miracles, and his teachings of universal truth, unity, and ultimate soul salvation. "Aum Shri Ramkabir Bhagavan" means glory to the Divine Supreme Reality that permeates everything, as realized and manifested through Saint Kabir.

શ્રી સત્યનામ કબીર સાહેબની આરતી
Shri Satya-nām Kabir Sāheb-ni Ārti
The Aarti of Lord Kabir, the Embodiment of the True Name.

શ્રી રામકબીર ભગવાન પ્રભુ રામકબીર ભગવાન
આરતી કરીએ તમારી (૨) દેજો ભક્તિજ્ઞાન ... ૐ શ્રી રામકબીર ભગવાન
shree rāmkabir prabhu rāmkabir bhag-vān
ārati kari-e tamāri (2) dejo bhakti-gnān ...aum shree rāmkabir bhag-vān
Shri Ramkabir Bhagavan, O Lord Ramkabir Bhagavan,
We perform Your sacred Aarti, (2) grant us devotion and wisdom divine... Aum Shri Ramkabir Bhagavan.

ચૌદસો છપ્પન સંવત જેઠ સુદી પૂનમ, પ્રભુ (૨)
કાશીમાં લહર તળાવે (૨) પ્રગટ્યા પૂરણ બ્રહ્મ ... ૐ શ્રી રામકબીર ભગવાન
cha-u-da-so chhappan samvat jeth sudi poonam, prabhu (2)
kashi-māň lahar talāve (2) pragatyā pooran brahma ... aum shree rāmkabir bhag-vān
In the year fourteen fifty-six, on Jeth Sudi Poonam’s night, O Lord, (2)
At Lahar Pond in Kashi, (2) You appeared as the Supreme Light... Aum Shri Ramkabir Bhagavan.

નીરૂ-નિમાઈને ત્યાંહી દોહી છોટી ગાય પ્રભુ, (૨)
રામાનંદ ગુરુ કીધાં (૨) રામમંત્ર પાય ... ૐ શ્રી રામકબીર ભગવાન
neeru-nimā-ii-ne tyāň-hi dohee chhotee gāy prabhu, (2)
ramā-naňd guru keedhā (2) rām-maňtra pāy ... aum shree rāmkabir bhag-vān
Raised in the home of Neeru and Nimai, tending cows so small, O Lord, (2)
You chose Ramanand as Guru, (2) receiving the Ram-mantra call... Aum Shri Ramkabir Bhagavan.

મહાન કીધો સિકંદર દિલ્હીનો બાદશાહ, પ્રભુ (૨)
શેખ તકીને નાથ્યો (૨) હિન્દુ રક્ષણરાહ ... ૐ શ્રી રામકબીર ભગવાન
mahān kidho sikaňdar dilhi-no bād-shāh, prabhu (2)
shekh taki-ne nāthyo (2) hindu rakshan-rāh ... aum shree rāmkabir bhag-vān
You humbled the great Sikandar, the Emperor of Delhi, O Lord, (2)
You subdued the proud Sheikh Taqi, (2) protecting the Hindu way... Aum Shri Ramkabir Bhagavan.

સમુદ્ર જોરથી ત્રાટક્યો જગન્નાથપુરી માંહી, પ્રભુ (૨)
સ્થપાવ્યા કૃષ્ણ પ્રભુને (૨) પૂર્વધામ ચાહે ... ૐ શ્રી રામકબીર ભગવાન
samudra jor-thi trātakyo jagannāth-puri māňhi, prabhu (2)
sthapāvyā krishna prabhu-ne (2) poorva-dhām chāhe ... aum shree rāmkabir bhag-vān
When the ocean roared with fury at Jagannath Puri’s shore, O Lord, (2)
You established Lord Krishna's temple, (2) loving the Eastern abode... Aum Shri Ramkabir Bhagavan.

માગસર સુદી અગિયારસ પંદરસો પચ્ચોતેર, પ્રભુ (૨)
સત્યલોક પધાર્યા (૨) શાપ ટાળી મગહર ... ૐ શ્રી રામકબીર ભગવાન
māgsar sudi agiyāras paňdar-so pachcho-ter, prabhu (2)
satya-lok padhāryā (2) shāp tāli magahar ... aum shree rāmkabir bhag-vān
On Magshar Sudi Agiyarash, in fifteen seventy-five, O Lord, (2)
You departed for Satyalok, (2) lifting the curse of Magahar... Aum Shri Ramkabir Bhagavan.

સત્ય, અહિંસા, એકતા એક પરમેશ્વર વાદ, પ્રભુ (૨)
વિશ્વબંધુત્વની ભાવના (૨) સ્થાપી બ્રહ્મનાદ ... ૐ શ્રી રામકબીર ભગવાન
satya, ahiňsā, ektā ek parameshvar vād, prabhu (2)
vishva-bandhutva-ni bhāvnā (2) sthāpi brahma-nād ... aum shree rāmkabir bhag-vān
Truth, non-violence, unity, and one Supreme Lord for all, O Lord, (2)
With global brotherhood, (2) You raised the cosmic sound of Brahm... Aum Shri Ramkabir Bhagavan.

આરતી રામકબીરની જે કોઈ ગાશે, પ્રભુ (૨)
કહે દયારામ સ્વામી (૨) મોક્ષ ભાથું થાશે ... ૐ શ્રી રામકબીર ભગવાન
ārati rāmkabir-ni je ko-ii gāshe, prabhu (2)
kahe dayārām svāmi (2) moksha bhāthu thāshe ... 
                                                           aum shree rāmkabir bhag-vān
Whoever sings this Aarti of Lord Ramkabir with love, O Lord, (2)
Says Swami Dayaram, (2) it becomes their ultimate path to salvation... Aum Shri Ramkabir Bhagavan.

રામકબીર ભગવાન પ્રભુ રામકબીર ભગવાન
સત્યલોક નિવાસી (૨) સતમતના કરનાર ... ૐ શ્રી રામકબીર ભગવાન
rāmkabir bhag-vān prabhu rāmkabir bhag-vān
satya-lok nivāsi (2) satmat-nā karnār ... aum shree rāmkabir bhag-vān
Ramkabir Bhagavan, O Lord Ramkabir Bhagavan,
Dweller of the eternal Satyalok, (2) the founder of the path of truth... Aum Shri Ramkabir Bhagavan.

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The spiritual essence of the Shri Ramkabir Aarti centers on the realization of the formless Divine (Puran Brahm) manifesting in human form to guide humanity from ignorance to liberation. It uses the historical life events of Kabir Saheb as allegorical milestones for an inner spiritual journey.

Here is the thematic breakdown of its spiritual meaning:

1. The Descent of Absolute Truth (Puran Brahm)

The Aarti begins by stating that Kabir did not just take birth; he "manifested" (Pragatyah) at the Lahar Pond in Kashi.

• • Spiritual Meaning: In spiritual terms, the "pond" represents a pure, calm mind (Chitta). When human consciousness becomes perfectly still and pure, the Supreme Light (Puran Brahm) manifests within.

2. The Necessity of the Guru and Mantra

Though Kabir is the Supreme Divine, the text mentions him taking Swami Ramanand as his Guru and receiving the Ram-mantra.

• • Spiritual Meaning: This emphasizes that no matter how elevated a soul is, human ego must surrender to a Master. The Mantra acts as the spiritual key to wake up the sleeping soul and connect it to the primordial vibration.

3. Subduing Ego and Protecting the Soul (Sikandar & Sheikh Taqi)

The references to humbling the Delhi Emperor Sikandar Lodi and defeating the orthodox cleric Sheikh Taqi represent victory over worldly powers.

• • Spiritual Meaning: Internally, Sikandar represents the arrogant human ego that wants to rule the material world. Sheikh Taqi represents rigid, superficial religiosity. The Divine energy inside us must conquer both outer arrogance and inner hypocrisy to protect our true spiritual nature (Hindutva/Sanatana path of righteousness).

4. Calming the Turbulent Mind (Jagannath Puri Miracle)

The Aarti recalls Kabir stopping the furious ocean at Jagannath Puri to establish Lord Krishna's temple.

• • Spiritual Meaning: The ocean represents the chaotic world (Samsara) and the turbulent waves of human desires. By establishing the deity (Krishna/Divine Consciousness) at the shore, Kabir shows that anchoring your mind to the Divine is the only way to quiet life's storms.

5. Transcending Earthly Curses (The Ascension at Magahar)

Historically, Magahar was believed to be an accursed place where anyone who died would be reborn as a donkey. Kabir deliberately chose to leave his body there.

• • Spiritual Meaning: A true spiritual master shatters superstition. By ascending to Satyalok (the realm of absolute truth) from Magahar, Kabir demonstrates that a soul anchored in God is untouched by geography, astrological alignments, or earthly taboos. Liberation depends entirely on internal purity, not external rituals.

6. The Core Philosophy (Brahmnad)

The text summarizes his teachings: Truth (Satya), Non-violence (Ahimsa), Unity (Ekta), and Universal Brotherhood (Vishwa-bandhutva).

• • Spiritual Meaning: These are not just social morals; they are prerequisites for hearing the Brahmnad (the cosmic sound or inner voice of God). You cannot experience oneness with the Creator until you feel oneness with His creation.

Ultimate Summary
The final verses state that singing this Aarti provides Moksha-Bhathu (rations/provisions for the journey to salvation). Culturally, an Aarti is a song of praise; spiritually, it is a mirror for the soul. The ultimate essence of this prayer is a call to recognize that the same supreme, unconditioned reality that manifested in Kabir resides inside you, waiting to take you back to Satyalok—your true home. 

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Here are the core practical and spiritual takeaways from the Shri Ramkabir Aarti that you can apply to daily life:

1. True Spirituality Transcends Social Divisions

• The Lesson: Kabir was raised in a humble weaver's home (Neeru and Nimai) yet manifested the Supreme Divine (Puran Brahm).
• Takeaway: Your background, caste, or social status never limits your spiritual potential. Divine realization is based on the purity of your heart, not the circumstances of your birth.

2. A Spiritual Guide (Guru) is Essential

• The Lesson: Even though Kabir was an incarnation of the Supreme, he formally accepted Swami Ramanand as his Guru to receive the Ram-mantra.
• Takeaway: To navigate the spiritual path and quiet the ego, ego must surrender to a higher wisdom. Finding a guide or mentor and committing to a spiritual practice (mantra) anchors the mind.

3. Conquer Ego and Hypocrisy

• The Lesson: Kabir subdued the arrogant Emperor Sikandar Lodi and the rigidly orthodox Sheikh Taqi.
• Takeaway: True strength lies in overcoming external arrogance (represented by the king) and internal religious hypocrisy or judgment (represented by the cleric). Spiritual growth requires humility and authentic practice rather than showmanship.

4. Anchor Yourself to Steady Life's Storms

• The Lesson: Kabir calmed the furious ocean at Jagannath Puri to firmly establish the temple of the Lord.
• Takeaway: The material world (Samsara) will always throw waves of problems, anxiety, and change at you. By anchoring your intellect and emotions to a higher divine purpose, you can remain calm and steady during life’s worst storms.

5. Shatter Fear and Blind Superstition

• The Lesson: Kabir broke the ancient taboo of his time by choosing to pass away in Magahar—a place falsely believed to bring bad rebirth—and transformed it by ascending directly to Satyalok.
• Takeaway: True faith liberates you from fear, blind beliefs, and societal superstitions. Purity of consciousness matters infinitely more than external rituals or physical locations.

6. Universal Oneness is the Highest Truth

• The Lesson: The Aarti highlights Kabir’s core pillars: Truth, Non-violence, Unity, and Global Brotherhood (Vishwa-bandhutva).
• Takeaway: You cannot fully connect with God while remaining disconnected from humanity. Experiencing the divine means seeing the same divine spark in every person, regardless of their labels, and living with compassion.

7. Prepare for the Ultimate Journey

• The Lesson: The concluding lines state that this prayer and lifestyle become your Moksha Bhathu—the spiritual rations or luggage for your final journey.
• Takeaway: Material wealth and worldly achievements stay behind. The only true currency that accompanies the soul after death is your devotion (Bhakti), inner wisdom (Gyan), and the good karma you accumulate.

In addition to the translation at the top, we are providing a poetic translation below which you might like.

Stanza 1
O Lord Ramkabir, Divine Master of supreme grace,
We perform Your sacred aarti in this holy space.
We bow to You twice, with devotion deep and true,
Grant us the light of wisdom, and devotion to pursue.
Aum Shri Ramkabir Bhagavan.

Stanza 2
In the year fourteen-fifty-six of the Samvat calendar bright,
On the full moon of Jeth Sudi, You emerged in sacred light.
At the Lahar pond in Kashi, the ultimate truth was born,
The perfect cosmic Brahman manifested on that morn.
Aum Shri Ramkabir Bhagavan.

Stanza 3
In the home of Neeru and Nimai, where humble cows did graze,
You blessed their modest lives with Your divine, guiding rays.
Accepting Ramanand as Guru, the sacred path You chose,
As the holy Ram Mantra in Your heart softly arose.
Aum Shri Ramkabir Bhagavan.

Stanza 4
You humbled Sikandar, the mighty Emperor of Delhi’s throne,
And subdued Sheikh Taki, making Your divine power known.
You stood as a shield, protecting the righteous and the pure,
Ensuring the path of Hindu faith remained safe and secure.
Aum Shri Ramkabir Bhagavan.

Stanza 5
When the ocean struck with fury at Jagannath Puri’s shore,
You anchored Lord Krishna’s temple, safe forevermore.
With love and devotion for that eastern realm so grand,
You protected the sacred shrine upon the holy sand.
Aum Shri Ramkabir Bhagavan.

Stanza 6
On the eleventh day of Magsar Sudi, in fifteen-seventy-five,
You left this mortal earth where the holy spirits thrive.
Ascending to Satyalok, the realm of eternal grace,
You removed the ancient curse from Magahar's sacred space.
Aum Shri Ramkabir Bhagavan.

Stanza 7
Truth, non-violence, unity, and one true God above,
You preached these noble values with universal love.
Spreading brotherhood to every corner of the earth,
You awakened the divine sound of Brahman's cosmic birth.
Aum Shri Ramkabir Bhagavan.

Stanza 8
Whoever sings this aarti of Ramkabir with love,
Will receive the blessings of the heavens up above.
Saint Dayaram proclaims, for those who truly pray,
This devotion becomes the vessel for liberation's way.
Aum Shri Ramkabir Bhagavan.

Stanza 9
O Lord Ramkabir, Divine Master of supreme grace,
Dweller of Satyalok, the highest sacred place.
You are the founder of the true path, pure and bright,
Guiding all lost souls from darkness into light.
Aum Shri Ramkabir Bhagavan.