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This bhajan is a beautiful expression of the difference between a lover (प्रेमी) and a king (राजा) in the context of Krishna’s love. The composer of this bhajan is unknown, but it is rooted in the Pushti Marg tradition, which emphasizes the importance of love and devotion in achieving spiritual growth. The phalaśruti of this bhajan is that it brings the devotee closer to Krishna and helps them understand the true meaning of love and devotion.
Why Devotees Love This Bhajan
Devotees love this bhajan because it resonates with their emotional and spiritual experiences. The bhajan is often chanted for divine union and to bring comfort in times of separation from the beloved.
Lyrics in Hindi (Devanagari)
फर्क बड़ा है प्रेमी,
और राजा में कान्हा,
सुनो द्वारिकाधीश,
बताये तेरी राधा।。
गोकुल का कान्हा प्रेमी था,
जो प्रेम में हँसके मिट जाता,
औरों को मिटाकर राज करे,
अब वो ही राजा कहलाता,
प्रेम की भाषा क्या,
समझे जानेगा राजा,
सुनो द्वारिकाधीश,
बताये तेरी राधा।。
यमुना का मीठा पानी भी,
तुझको को तो रास नहीं आया,
सागर के किनारे आ पहुंचा,
खारा पानी हिस्से आया,
तुम भूल गए हम तुमको,
ना भूले है कान्हा,
सुनो द्वारिकाधीश,
बताये तेरी राधा।。
जिस ऊँगली पे मुरली सजती,
अब चक्र सुदर्शन सजता है,
प्रेमी तो रक्षक होता है,
राजा महाभारत रचता है,
युद्ध ही भाए प्रेम,
उसे बिलकुल ना भाता,
सुनो द्वारिकाधीश,
बताये तेरी राधा।。
मैं प्रेम पुजारन हूँ प्यारे,
मेरी तो बस पहचान यही,
तुमने गीता सा ग्रंथ दिया,
जिसमे मेरा कही नाम नहीं,
मगर समापन पे,
जग राधे राधे गाता,
सुनो द्वारिकाधीश,
बताये तेरी राधा।。
वो छवि द्वारिकाधीश की तुम,
बस ढूंढ़ते ही रह जाओगे,
हर मंदिर में तुम खड़े प्रिये,
मेरे साथ नजर ही आओगे,
'हर्ष' प्रेम ही दुनिया,
में है पूजा जाता,
सुनो द्वारिकाधीश,
बताये तेरी राधा।。
फर्क बड़ा है प्रेमी,
और राजा में कान्हा,
सुनो द्वारिकाधीश,
बताये तेरी राधा।。
English Transliteration
Farq bada hai premi,
aur raja mein Kanha,
sunyo Dwarkadheesh,
bataye teri Radha..
Gokul ka Kanha premi tha,
jo prem mein hanske mit jata,
auron ko mitakar raj kare,
ab vo hi raja kahлата,
prem ki bhasha kya,
samjhe janega raja,
sunyo Dwarkadheesh,
bataye teri Radha..
Yamuna ka meetha pani bhi,
tujhko ko to raas nahin aaya,
sagar ke kinare aa pahuncha,
kharra pani hisse aaya,
tum bhul gaye hum tumko,
na bhule hai Kanha,
sunyo Dwarkadheesh,
bataye teri Radha..
Jis ungali pe murli sajti,
ab chakra sudarshan sajta hai,
premi to rakshak hota hai,
raja Mahabharat rachta hai,
yuddh hi bhaye prem,
use bilkul na bhata,
sunyo Dwarkadheesh,
bataye teri Radha..
Main prem pujaran hun pyare,
meri to bas pahchan yahi,
tumne Gita sa granth diya,
jisme mera kahi naam nahin,
magar samapan pe,
jag Radhe Radhe gaata,
sunyo Dwarkadheesh,
bataye teri Radha..
Vo chavi Dwarkadheesh ki tum,
bas dhoondhte hi rah jaoge,
har mandir mein tum khade priye,
mere saath nazr hi aaoe,
'harsh' prem hi duniya,
mein hai pooja jaata,
sunyo Dwarkadheesh,
bataye teri Radha..
Farq bada hai premi,
aur raja mein Kanha,
sunyo Dwarkadheesh,
bataye teri Radha..
Simple English Meaning
This bhajan explores the difference between a lover and a king in the context of Krishna’s love. The lyrics describe how Krishna’s love is selfless and pure, whereas a king’s love is often driven by a desire for power and control. The bhajan also touches on the theme of devotion and spirituality, emphasizing the importance of surrendering oneself to a higher power.
When & How to Chant
This bhajan can be chanted at any time, but it is especially beneficial to chant it during the early morning hours or during meditation. It is recommended to chant the bhajan with a calm and focused mind, allowing the words and meaning to sink deeply into the heart.
Cultural Notes
This bhajan is a classic example of Rajasthani folk music and is often sung during festivals and celebrations. The lyrics are written in a style that is reminiscent of traditional Indian poetry, with a focus on the emotional and spiritual aspects of love and devotion.
