|| Doha ||

Banshi Shobhit Kar Madhur, Neel Jalad Tan Shyam.
Arun Adhar Janu Bimba Phal, Pitambar Shubh Saaj.

Jai Manmohan Madan Chhavi, Krishnachandra Maharaj.
Karahu Kripa He Ravi Tanay, Rakhahu Jan Ki Laaj.

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Jai Yadunandan Jai Jagvandan.
Jai Vasudev Devaki Nandan.
Jai Yashoda Sut Nand Dulare.
Jai Prabhu Bhaktan Ke Drig Taare.

|| 2 ||

Jai Nat-Nagar Naag Nathaiya.
Krishna Kanhaiya Dhenu Charaiya.
Puni Nakh Par Prabhu Girivar Dharo.
Aao Deenan Kasht Nivaro.

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Vanshi Madhur Adhar Dhari Teri.
Hove Poorn Manorath Mero.
Aao Hari Puni Maakhan Chaakho.
Aaj Laaj Bharat Ki Raakho.

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Gol Kapol, Chibuk Arunare.
Mridu Muskaan Mohini Daare.
Ranjit Rajiv Nayan Vishala.
Mor Mukut Vaijayanti Mala.

|| 5 ||

Kundal Shravan Peetpat Aachhe.
Kati Kinkini Kaachan Kaachhe.
Neel Jalaj Sundar Tanu Sohe.
Chhavi Lakhi, Sur Nar Muniman Mohe.

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Mastak Tilak, Alak Ghunghrale.
Aao Krishna Bansuri Wale.
Kari Pay Paan, Putnahi Taarayo.
Aka Baka Kaagasur Maarayo.

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Madhuvan Jalat Agni Jab Jwala.
Bhai Sheetal, Lakhitahin Nandlala.
Surapati Jab Braj Chadhayo Risai.
Masoor Dhaar Vaari Varshai.

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Lagat-Lagat Braj Chahan Bahayo.
Govardhan Nakh Dhaari Bachayo.
Lakhi Yashoda Man Bhram Adhikai.
Mukh Mahan Chaudah Bhuvan Dikhai.

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Dusht Kans Ati Udhum Machayo.
Koti Kamal Jab Phool Mangayo.
Naathi Kaliyahin Tab Tum Leenhen.
Charan-Chinh Dai Nirbhay Kinhen.

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Kari Gopin Sang Raas Vilaasa.
Sabki Pooran Kari Abhilasha.
Ketik Maha Asur Sanhaaryo.
Kansahi Kesh Pakad Dai Maarayo.

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Maat-Pita Ki Bandi Chhudai.
Ugrasen Kahan Raaj Dilai.
Mahi Se Mritak Chhahoon Sut Layo.
Matu Devaki Shok Mitayo.

|| 12 ||

Bhaumasur Mur Daitya Sanhaari.
Laaye Shat Dash Sahas Kumari.
Dai Bhinhi Trin Cheer Sahaara.
Jarasindhu Raakshas Kahan Maara.

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Asur Bakasur Aadika Maarayo.
Bhaktan Ke Tab Kasht Nivariyo.
Deen Sudama Ke Dukh Taarayo.
Tandul Teen Muth Mukh Daarayo.

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Prem Ke Saag Vidur Ghar Maange.
Duryodhan Ke Meva Tyaage.
Lakhi Prem Ki Mahima Bhaari.
Aise Shyam Deen Hitkaari.

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Bharat Ke Parth Rath Haanke.
Liye Chakra Kar Nahin Bal Taake.
Nij Gita Ke Gyaan Sunaaye.
Bhaktan Hriday Sudha Varshaaye.

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Meera Thi Aisi Matwaali.
Vish Pee Gayi Bajaakar Taali.
Raana Bheja Saanp Pitaari.
Shaligram Bane Banwaari.

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Nij Maya Tum Vidhihin Dikhaayo.
Ur Te Sanshay Sakal Mitaayo.
Tab Shat Ninda Kari Tatkaala.
Jeevan Mukt Bhayo Shishupaala.

|| 18 ||

Jabahin Draupadi Ter Lagaai.
Deenanath Laaj Ab Jaai.
Turatahi Vasan Bane Nandlala.
Badhe Cheer Bhai Ari Munh Kaala.

|| 19 ||

As Naath Ke Naath Kanhaiya.
Doobat Bhanwar Bachavat Naiya.
Sundardas Aas Ur Dhaari.
Dayadrishti Keejai Banwaari.

|| 20 ||

Naath Sakal Mam Kumati Nivaaro.
Kshamahu Begi Aparaadh Hamaaro.
Kholo Pat Ab Darshan Deejai.
Bolo Krishna Kanhaiya Ki Jai.

|| Doha ||

Yah Chalisa Krishna Ka, Paath Kare Ur Dhaari.
Asht Siddhi Nav Nidhi Phal, Lahai Padarath Chaari.

Reading the Shri Krishna Chalisa with faith and devotion brings peace to the mind, devotion to the heart, and positive direction to life.

• Develops love, compassion, devotion, and faith through the grace of Lord Shri Krishna.
• Helps reduce anxiety, fear, sorrow, and negative thoughts.
• Improves concentration and strengthens inner confidence.
• Gives devotees patience and courage during difficult circumstances.
• Brings happiness, peace, harmony, and auspiciousness to the home.
• Fills the heart with joy through the remembrance of Shri Krishna's childhood pastimes, flute, and divine leelas.
• Awakens humility, selfless service, surrender, and spiritual awareness within the devotee.

1. Take a bath in the morning, wear clean clothes, and clean the prayer area.
2. Remember Lord Shri Krishna, Radha Rani, Balram Ji, and Laddu Gopal with devotion.
3. Sit on a clean asana while facing the east or north direction.
4. Light a lamp and incense, and offer flowers, Tulsi leaves, makhan-mishri, fruits, and sweets to the Lord.
5. Begin by meditating upon Lord Shri Krishna and calming the mind.
6. Read the opening Doha, recite all the Chaupai verses, and conclude with the closing Doha.
7. After completing the reading, perform Shri Krishna Aarti and distribute prasad among everyone.

The Shri Krishna Chalisa beautifully describes the childlike form of Lord Krishna, His melodious flute, the lifting of Govardhan, the subduing of Kaliya Naag, the defeat of Kansa, His love for Sudama, the protection of Draupadi, and the wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita given to Arjuna. This Chalisa assures devotees that Lord Shri Krishna always hears the sincere call of His devotees and protects them during times of difficulty.

Lord Shri Krishna is the embodiment of love, dharma, compassion, and truth. Remembering His name brings peace to the mind and inspires us to follow the right path in life. Just as Shri Krishna protected Sudama, Draupadi, Meera, and all His devotees, He continues to bless and guide those who surrender to Him with a sincere heart.