śrī rādhā cālīsā (śrī gurū caraṇa pratāpa te)

By the grace of the Guru’s feet, I have found a dwelling in the forest. I describe the Radha Chalisa, illuminating the hearts of the connoisseurs. Keeping the lotus feet in my heart, my life is now blessed. I sing the glorious praises of the beloved, with unwavering devotion to her lotus feet. Oh, merciful darling, dear and supremely generous, you bring joy to the forest and are the life force of the connoisseurs. Now, life and soul reside in the forest, the abode of the new beloved’s happiness. The mistress of Braj and Vrindavan, enchanting like Lalita and others.

In Braj, there is the beautiful village of Rawal, where the beloved, fulfilling all desires, appeared.

Ever new and radiant is the form of the beloved. Victory, victory, victory to the one from Barsana.

Victory to Radha, the darling daughter of Vrishabhanu. Her beloved is eternally worshipped.

The daughter of Kirti, exceedingly blissful, is dear to her brother Shri Dama.

The beloved of Lalita and others, she brings happiness to all the residents of Braj.

The queen of Vrindavan, the abode of happiness, is the beloved, charming jewel.

Daily, Shyam indulges you with love, gazing at you, offering his heart and life.

Shyam enhances the beauty of Braj, captivating the minds of the connoisseurs.

The daughter of Vrishabhanu is extremely innocent, churning the ocean of nectar millions of times.

Barsana is your own abode, where your beloved roams in the palaces.

When she arrives at the house of Vrishabhanu, new auspiciousness and congratulations occur daily.

Roaming in the groves of the forest king, Radha speaks with the creepers, vines, and parrots.

Whoever sings “Radha Radha” naturally pleases Mohan.

Whoever recites Radha’s name, Shyam quickly embraces them.

The playful and charming grove-dweller, beloved of the lover, increases joy.

Residing in the cottage of Gahvar groves, she generates happiness in the lake of love.

On the banks of the Yamuna, the creepers, vines, and parrots all bloom, saying “Radha Radha.”

In the service grove, daily enact the dance, bringing joy to the heart of the beloved jewel.

Adorning her crown on the sleeping bed, that happiness never departs from the heart.

Your fame is renowned in all worlds, the giver of love, devotion, and auspiciousness.

The new citizen of Vrindavan, the ultimate refuge for the women of Braj.

Playing games with her own Lalita and others, the connoisseur hero remains in bloom.

The origin of pastimes, the abode of form, the primordial energy, the source of her own radiance.

Ever new beloved with new companions, wandering together with the unique one.

The beloved queen of all Braj, whose capital is Vrindavan.

She rules over all times and methods, the playful and innocent girl.

The daughter of the sun meditates on her beloved, finding happiness in saying “Radha Radha.”

The darling, proficient in all knowledge, gives happiness to her dear friend.

The incarnation of countless Brahmas, even Shiva and Saraswati cannot fathom her.

How can one describe the brilliance of her nails? Millions of moons are drenched every moment.

Seeing Radha, the connoisseur feels their life has become fruitful.

Vrindavan is the treasure of nectar, Radha Rani is the consort of the connoisseurs.

Whenever she goes to the groves, the beloved casts a shadow on her crown.

Wherever the young maiden goes, the dust of her feet is applied to the eyes.

Considering their own fortune great, all lethargy enters the body and mind.

Compassionate and the mine of compassion, she does not disregard her own people.

Whoever seeks refuge in the beloved, Shyam Sundar embraces them.

Make me your servant, desiring daily to serve in the palace.

Show mercy, do not delay, make your little friend the servant of your feet.

In every way, your refuge is Shyama, the beloved abode of happiness for “Gopal.”

॥ Doha ॥ Daily rise and recite the Radha Chalisa with a focused mind. Quickly, you will find the path to the new grove and your own palace. The playful and charming form, the embodiment of auspiciousness, may you always reside in the grove of happiness, with a beautiful and blissful form.