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This bhajan, ज्ञान सतगुरु समझायो ए, is dedicated to the revered deity, Shyam, and is a testament to the transformative power of spiritual guidance. The composer of this bhajan is unknown, but it is deeply rooted in the Rajasthani tradition. The phalaśruti of this bhajan is the attainment of spiritual awakening and the mitigation of ignorance.
Why Devotees Love This Bhajan
Devotees cherish this bhajan for its emotional and spiritual resonance, as it is chanted for divine union and brings comfort in times of separation.
Lyrics in Hindi (Devanagari)
ज्ञान सतगुरु समझायो ए,
तत्वमसी महावाक्य सनाकर,
भ्रम मिटायो ए।।
सुपने सुती नार सुहागण,
बालक गमायो ए,
जागी नींद प्राप्त बालक,
गोद खिलायो ए।।
ज्यूं किस्तुरी कुरंग नभ माही,
फिर बन भटकायो ए,
गुरु बिना सार समझ नही पावे,
कौन बतावे ए।।
तील में तेल पत्थर में अग्नि,
महेन्दी रंग छायो ए,
दुध मे घिरत पुष्प में खूशबू,
यूं हर छायो ए।।
बालक नाथ मिल्या गुरु पुरा,
सब द्वेष मिटायो ए,
निर्भयनाथ भयो अब निर्भय,
आनन्द आयो ए।।
ज्ञान सतगुरु समझायो ए,
तत्वमसी महावाक्य सनाकर,
भ्रम मिटायो ए।।
English Transliteration
Gyan satguru samjhayo e,
Tatvamasi mahavakya sanakar,
Bhram mitayo e.
Supne suti nar suhagan,
Balak gamayo e,
Jagi nid prapt balak,
God khilayo e.
Jyun kisturi kurang nabh mahi,
Fir ban bhatakayo e,
Guru bina sar samajh na pave,
Kaun batave e.
Til mein tel pathar mein agni,
Mahendi rang chhayo e,
Dudh me ghirt pushp me khushbu,
Yun har chhayo e.
Balak nath milya guru pura,
Sab dvesh mitayo e,
Nirbhyanaath bhayo ab nirbhay,
Anand aayo e.
Gyan satguru samjhayo e,
Tatvamasi mahavakya sanakar,
Bhram mitayo e.
Simple English Meaning
This bhajan is a devotional ode to the spiritual master, who dispels ignorance and reveals the ultimate truth. The lyrics describe the journey of a devotee, who, under the guidance of the guru, overcomes the cycle of birth and death and attains spiritual liberation.
When & How to Chant
This bhajan can be chanted at any time, but it is particularly beneficial during the early morning hours. Devotees can offer prayers and flowers to their guru or the deity, and repeat the bhajan with devotion and sincerity.
Cultural Notes
This bhajan is a classic example of Rajasthani folk music, with its unique melody and lyrics that reflect the region’s rich cultural heritage. The singer, Sahiram Bhat Suratgarh, has rendered this bhajan with great devotion and emotion, making it a popular choice among devotees.
