Sathya Sai Center of Atlanta Bhajan Book 20082 PDF
Sathya Sai Center of Atlanta Bhajan Book 20082 PDF
Sathya Sai Center of Atlanta Bhajan Book 20082 PDF
Devotional Songs
Sathya Sai Baba on Bhajans
Not all realize the potency and efficacy of reciting the Lord’s name. The first requisite is purity of thought,
word and deed. The name that is uttered by the tongue should be meditated upon by the mind. What is
uttered and dwelt upon should be hailed by clapping the hands. This three-fold concentration on the Divine
Name - unity of mind, speech and action - purifies the heart and nourishes the feeling of devotion. Singing
the Lord’s name should become an exercise in mutual sharing of joy and holiness. (Sathya Sai Speaks, Vol
V)
Have the bhajans on as many days as possible or at least once a week. Have them in a central place
where all can come. (The Holy Man and the Psychiatrist, 132)
Any devotional song, in any language can be sung as long as all can follow. (Sai Bhajana Mala, 29)
Sing familiar bhajans, so that all can share in anand (bliss). (Sai Bhajana Mala, 29)
When you sing bhajans, dwell on the meaning of the song and the message of each name and form of
God. (Sai Bhajana Mala, 30)
You cannot insist that in the bhajans only songs on Sathya Sai should be sung! Fanaticism of that kind I
very much dislike and condemn ... You betray your ignorance of the truth when you stick to any one of my
names and avoid the rest. (SSS, VIII, 75)
Bhajan has to be a thrilling experience, which must leave the participants full of pure energy and elevated
enthusiasm. (Sai Bhajana Mala, 29)
Some persons attending bhajans do not move their lips at all. They may say that they are singing the
songs mentally within themselves. This is not proper ... You must sing the names aloud, full-throated, as
far as the voice can reach. Only then the Divine will respond in full measure and shower His grace. No one
will go to the rescue of a drowning man if his cries are feeble. (SS, 35, April 1992, 70)
Together with melody and rhythm, you have to impart feeling to your singing to make the bhajan a sacred
offering to the Divine. A tune without feeling is an infliction. Giving up conceit and exhibitionism, you must
sing the bhajans in a spirit of humility and devotion. That is the right way to perform bhajans. (Sai
Bhajana Mala, 30)
Bhajan must be a felt experience. Do not sing with one eye on the effect the song makes on the listeners
and the other on the effect it makes on God. (SSS, VIII, 60)
Bhajans have to be sung and offered to God in an attitude of utter humility; they are not to be taken as
exercises in an exhibition of talents or as competitions for mastery of musical skill. They have to please
the Lord, not your fans. (SSS, IX, 177)
Pay attention to the tune, the meaning, the variety, the voice, the raga (rhythm), the tala (beat), and other
fine points of the bhajans. (Sai Bhajana Mala, 30)
Unless you sing Bhajans for your own joy, you cannot bring joy to others. It is only when the feeling arises
in the heart that the song will appeal to the hearts of the others. I am pleased only when love is the
keynote, when the feeling of unity prevails, when the melody comes from cleansed, God-loving hearts (Sai
Bhajana Mala, 17)
UNIVERSAL PRAYER
Lord, You are the embodiment of AUM, the Primordial Sound of Creation and Narayana,
the Lord of the Universe. You are the Divine Splendour, the Supreme Preceptor as well
as the Ideal for all of humanity. You are the Highest Wisdom and the Highest Grace. You
represent Skanda and Vinayaka, symbolizing power and wisdom. You are like the ever-
effulgent Sun who removes darkness and sheds Light on us.
You are the embodiment of all manifestations of the One God, worshipped by different
names in different religious traditions - Brahma, Ahura Mazda, Yehovah, Shakti, Jesus,
Rama, Krishna, Vishnu, Raheem and Tao.
You are the Lord of the Universe. You are the embodiment of the Cosmos. You are
Bliss Supreme. You are the One without the Second, Timeless and Eternal. You
are Truth, Goodness and Beauty.
“ Man’s foremost task is to recognize the unity that underlies the multiplicity “ - Baba
Prayer With 108 Divine Attributes Addressed to Sathya Sai Baba
(Audio)
(This period can also be used for meditation)
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This prayer can be used in daily worship as well. If you find the Sanskrit words
difficult to pronounce, you can use an audiotape of this prayer in your worship
JYOTI (LIGHT) MEDITATION
Sathya Sai Baba recommends light meditation as the easiest form of meditation to
focus the mind on God. The following are the steps for a short meditation before
devotional singing:
1. Chanting of AUM
2. Guidance:
Look at the flame steadily for some time, and closing your eyes try to feel the flame
inside you between your eyebrows. (pause)
Take this purifying Light inside you and let it permeate every limb in your body and
make it an instrument of Love and Light. (pause)
“ We meditate on the Glory of Divine Light, whose Effulgence illuminates the entire
creation, embodied in the three states - Earth, Ether and Heaven. That Supreme
Light, may it remove our ignorance and enlighten our intellect. May it purify our
thought, word and deed. May it spread Light and Love to all of Creation.”
(5-min. silence)
If you are adoring God in any form now, try to visualize that form in the all-
pervasive light. For Light is God; God is Light. (pause)
3. Close with the peace prayer: Om Shanti Shanti Shantihi (Peace to all beings)
DEVOTIONAL SONGS
Worship Narayana, the Supreme Lord who is now embodied as Sai Baba.
Sai Baba is extolled as pure divine effulgence and is adored as the Light that shines within
each one of us.
Worship Sathya Sai, whose divine form represents all embodiments of divinity in all
religious traditions in all ages - Jesus, Allah, Rama, Krishna, Zoroaster, Buddha
O Lord! You are known by many names - Allah, Ishvara, Ram, Raheem, Jesus, Guru
Nanak, Zoraster, Mahavira, Karim, Krishna. Hindus, Muslims, Christians, Jains. Parsis,
Sikhs, all come to your for your blessings.
7. Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound, That saved a soul like me
I once was lost, but now I'm found, Was blind, but now I see.
Twas Grace that taught my heart to fear and Grace my fear relieved, How
precious did that Grace appear the hour I first believed.
When we've been through ten thousand years bright shining as the sun,
We've no less days to sing God's praise than when we first begun.
Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound that saved a soul like me
I once was lost, but now I'm found, Was blind, but now I see.
8. Amba Bhavani Shiva Shambhu Kumara
Sri Gana Natha Shantakara
Purana Purusha Sathya Sai Natha
Pranava Svarupa Saisha
Worship Ganesha, the embodiment of Om, the primordial sound and the master of all
virtues
Praise in honor of Sathya Sai, who is worshipped as the divine Mother of the Universe
Worship Ganesha, the remover of all obstacles and who grants all spiritual boons
Sai’s Name is bliss. Sai’s Song is wondrous. Sai’s Glory is effulgent. Sai’s Form is
beautiful to behold
Worship Krishna - the Lord of the Universe and the Ocean of Bliss
13. Antaranga Sai Anatha Natha Sai
Deena Bandhu Sai Karuna Sindhu Sai
Rama Krishna Shiva Shakti Deva Rupa Sai
Yuga Avatara Baba (Sri) Sathya Sai
Prayer extolling Sai as the indwelling Lord and the refuge of the forlorn. He is all forms and
names
Joy in my heart
Peace in my soul
A song on my lips
And I sing to You.
Sathya Sai Baba, Baba Sai Baba,
Sathya Sai Baba, I call to You.
O Lord Rama, You are the Blissful Indweller of our hearts. It gives your devotees such
bliss to recite your holy Name
18. Atma Lingam Bhajare
Adbhuta Lingam Bhajare
Naada Lingam Navamani Lingam
Naabhi Kamala Udbhava Lingam
Eshvara Lingam Bhajare
Partishvara Lingam Bhajare
Song worshipping the Lingam as the Universal Absolute and its sacred attributes. The
Lingam is a symbol into which all forms and names merge and from which all names and
forms emerge - the essence of all attributes of the Divine (Baba)
Prayer imploring Sai to reside within our hearts and for ever
Song in praise of Lord Rama - Rama as the indwelling Lord in every heart whose name
evokes bliss in all those who worship Him.
Adoration of Lord Rama whose name and form evokes bliss and happiness in all those
who worship Him
22. At Your feet dear Lord we pray, grace us with Your Love this day
Sai Baba, Sai Baba, You are Krishna, You are Rama
Oh Baba, Oh Baba, You are Mother, You are Father
All Names, every Form, all that was and will be born
You are all Names, every Form, all that is for evermore.
Song invting Krishna to dwell within devotees’ hearts and shower them with bliss
Praise in honor of Krishna and invoking Him to enter and sanctify our hearts
Invoking the blessings of Sai Baba to bestow goodness, grace and compassion on all
devotees. Sai is the eternal, omnipresent God
Hymn inviting Sathya Sai into the temple of our hearts; Sathya Sai who is the refuge of the
forlorn and the distressed
Sai Baba who is worshipped as the indwelling Lord is invoked to bless and provide us with
His divine vision.
31. (To the melody of Choral Finale, Beethoven's "Symphony #9")
And when the world spins all around me, and I'm feeling
so confused
Help me always to remember, that there is only You
Only You, Only You, Baba, Only You.
Prayer adoring Krishna - who steals our hearts and minds with His enchanting form and
name
35. Bala Gopal Jai Jai Sai Shyam
Prema Bharo Dil Main Hamarey Sai Ram
Hamarey Sai Ram, Bade Pyarey Sai Ram
Prema Bharo Dil Main Hamarey Sai Ram
Hum Bachhon Ke Tum Ek Sai Ram
Tumharey Jagat Main Bada Pyara Pyara Naam
Sang Raho Har Dam Hamarey Sai Ram
Sang Raho Hamarey Sai Ram.
Worship beloved Sathya Sai who is also adored as Rama and Krishna, the embodiments
of Divine Love
Prayer invoking the Lord to enter our hearts and bless us with His pure, effulgent and
ever- blissful vision
Invoking Sai Baba to come and dwell in our hearts and fill us with everlasting joy and bliss
Prayer adoring the Lord as the embodiment of purity and divinity and asking Him
to protect and foster us
39. Bhagavan Sri Sathya Sai Baba Bhagavan Kali Yuga Avatar
Bhagavan Divine Love of my heart come to me
Hey Ghaneshyam Hey Sai Ram Chant the Name of the Lord
Sai Hold me in Love, lift me above, bring me home to Thee
Bhagavan Sai Ram Come to me my Lord
Hey Sita Ram Hey Radhey Shyam Chant the Names of the Lord
Swami fill me with peace, grant me release, make me one with Thee
Bhagavan Sai Ram be with me my Lord
40. (To the melody of Largo from Dvorak's "New World Symphony")
Song in adoration of the Divine Mother (Ma) who embodies divine bliss
Song in adoration of the Divine Mother (Ma) who embodies divine bliss
44. Bhajamana Radhey Govinda
Bhajamana Radhey Radhey Radhey Radhey Radhey Govinda
Bhajamana Sai Govinda
Bhajamana Sai Sai Sai Sai, Sai Govinda.
Chant the glory of the Lord in his various forms and manifestations
Sathya Sai is worshipped as Ghanashyama (one who embodies the infinite universe), Sita
Rama (symbolizing dominion over nature), and as the Divine mother and father
Worship by chanting the many names of the Lord: Radhey Govinda, Gopal, Murahara,
Shyam, Keshava and Madhava.
Calling on all to join in the adoration of Sathya Sai - the benefactor of bliss and joy
Chant the glory of Rama, Krishna and Sai, Who will protect the forlorn
and shower Grace on all who seek the Lord’s Blessings
Adoration of Sathya Sai as the embodiment of Lord Shiva in all His divine aspects
53. Bhava Bhaya Harana Vandita Charana
Jaya Radha Jaya Madhava (Sai)
Mangala Charana Kalimala Dahana
Narayana Keshava (Sai)
Jaya Radha Jaya Madhava (Sai)
Extolling the Lord as the remover of all fears and impurities, and as the embodiment of
auspiciousness
Adoration of Sathya Sai as the embodiment of Shiva, who removes all fears and evil
Song praising Sathya Sai as Lord Shiva - the source and sustenance for all who seek
refuge in Him and the embodiment of ever-lasting bliss
57. Bolo Bolo Sub Mil Bolo Om Namah Shivaaya
Om Namah Shivaaya, Om Namah Shivaaya
Bolo Bolo Sub Mil Bolo Om Namah Shivaaya
Juta Jatamey Ganga Dhari
Trishula Dhari Damaru Bajavey
Dama Dama Dama Dama Damaru Baja
Goonj Uthao Namah Shivaaya
Om Namah Shivaaya
Om Namah Shivaaya
Om Namah Shivaaya
Chant the various names of the Lord - Narayana Vithala, Govinda, Gopala, Panduranga,
and Sai Baba.
Worship Sathya Sai - the embodiment of Rama, Krishna and all other forms of the divine.
62. Bow to the Light within, to the Omnipresent Light of God
Bow to the Endless Light, the Light that is my very life
Bow to the indwelling Lord, our true Guru, Sri Sathya Sai.
Adoration in praise of the pure and effulgent form of Sathya Sai Baba
66. Chant the name of Lord Ganesha, Sai Ganesh, we pray to Thee
Chant the name of Lord Ganesha, Sai Ganesh, we pray to Thee
Give us wisdom, give us grace, remove the obstacles we face.
67. Charana Kamala Bandho Sai Natha Ke Charana Kamala Bandho
Charana Kamala Bandho Sai Natha Ke, Charana Kamala Bandho
Jo Trishavantha Piyo Charanaamrita, Jivan Mey Paave Anando (2)
Prayer in adoration of Sai - asking man to attach Himself to the Lotus Feet of the Lord and
imbibe the nectar of divine bliss
Song praising Krishna. Krishna possesses our hearts and minds through His divinity and
immerses in divine bliss all those who worship Him with love and devotion
Chant the name of Lord Rama - the embodiment of compassion; the refuge of the
distressed and the destroyer of evil.
O Lord Sai Gopala, grant us your divine vision and bless us with your divine compassion
and grace
Song extolling the glory of Lord Rama, His divine name and form.
75. Daya Karo Bhagavan, Kripa Karo Bhagavan
Daya Karo Bhagavan, Kripa Karo Bhagavan
Bhagavan Bhagavan
Hey Sai Natha Bhagavan
Hey Krupa Nidhe Bhagavan.
Prayer invoking Sai Baba to bless us with His infinite grace and compassion.
Adoring Shiva and invoking His sweet name to bless us with grace and compassion
Worship Sai, the ocean of compassion and the master of the universe
Let us please Sai with our selfless Love for the poor and the forlorn
80. Deena Bandhu Vithala Jai
Karuna Sindhu Vithala Jai
Vithala Vithala Vithala Jai
Panduranga Vithala Jai
Aapadbandhava Vithala Jai
Anatha Rakshaka Vithala Jai
Vithala Vithala Vithala Jai
Panduranga Vithala Jai
May Lord Krishna, adored as Vitthala, the kinsman of all protect and foster us.
Worship and praise Krishna who is also Hari, Govinda, Gopala (various attributes of
Krishna)
Worship Krishna - the son of Devaki, and invoke His divine vision and blessings
Praise Sathya Sai, the embodiment of the Divine Mother and invoke His grace and
compassion on all
84. Devi Sai Maa, Devi Saraswati Maa
Durga Bhavani Maa, Kali Kapalini Maa
Jagadoddharini Maa
Sai Daya Karo Maa
Hymn extolling the good fortune of our lives in having found Sai and having experienced
His divinity
Shiva who is extolled in the scriptures as the master of the five elements that make up the
universe is worshipped here as being engaged in a divine dance involving the cosmos
Song in praise of the Divine Mother - the embodiment of compassion whose grace fosters
the universe
93. Ek Bar Kshama Karo Sai, Merey Baba Sri Sathya Sai
Kshama Murthi Sai Baba, Prema Murthi Sathya Sai
Ek Bar Kshama Karo Sai, Merey Baba Sri Sathya Sai
Shirdi Ke Sai Teri Dvarakamayi
Parti Ke Sai Teri Yaad Mujhe Aayi
Kshama Murthi Sai Baba, Prema Murthi Sathya Sai.
Hail to Lord Ganesha who embodies auspiciousness and is the remover of all obstacles
Praise be to Ganesha, who removes all obstacles and bestows bliss on all
Praise be to Ganesha, who bestows intelligence and wisdom on all who pray to Him
Adoration of Ganesha, the son of Shiva. Ganesha bestows wisdom and grace on all.
100. Ganapati Deva, Ganapati Deva, Ganapati Deva
Shambhu Kumara, Pahi Ganesha
Ganapati Deva, Ganapati Deva, Ganapati Deva
Siddhi Vinayaka, Hey Subha Data
Ashtha Vinayaka, Mangal Data
Buddhi Pradata, Sai Ganesha
O Lord Ganesha, Son of Shiva, You are the provider of all the success and happiness.
Song in praise of Ganesha who bestows prosperity and wisdom. Surrender to Sathya Sai,
the embodiment of all forms of the divine
Hymn extolling the divine attributes of Lord Shiva - the embodiment of purity, divinity and
ever-lasting bliss
105. Garuda Vahana Narayana
Hey Shesha Shayana Narayana
Sri Lakshmi Ramana Narayana
Hari Om, Hari Om Narayana
Adore Ganesha, the God of wisdom and grace to all who surrender to Him
Adore the infinite, beautiful form of the divine Lord Krishna. He is the embodiment of
purity and love
Chant the many names of Lord Krishna - Giridhara, Gopala, Muralidhara, Hari, Govinda,
Damodara
Sathya Sai is worshipped as Krishna, Gopala, Shankara, Shirdi Sai Baba, etc.
Extolling the virtues of Krishna, who fosters all of creation and who has now come again
as Sathya Sai Baba.
The Lord who owns our hearts and our Love - Krishna, is worshipped here
Chant the many names of the Lord: Giridhari, Murari, Govinda, Sathya Sai and
Radhey-Krishna.
Worship in joy Lord Krishna, and Sai who is the embodiment of Krishna.
Worship Krishna - the enchanting form of divinity that fills our hearts with bliss and joy.
Chant the many Names of the Lord - Krishna, Rama, Allah, Jesus, Buddha
Sing the glory of the Lord addressed as Govinda, Giridhari - divine forms of Krishna
Chant the many names of the Lord: Govinda, Gokul Nandana, Mukunda, Ghana Shyama
Krishna - the beloved of the Gopis and the enchanting Lord who is adored and worshipped
by all.
Chant victory to Lord Krishna who is worshipped as Govinda Gopala, Panduranga, Vitthala
144. Govinda Madhava Gopala Keshava
Jaya Nanda Mukunda Nanda Govinda Radhey Gopala
Govinda Madhava Gopala Keshava
Giridhari Giridhari Jaya Radhey Gopala
Ghanashyama Shyama Shyama Jaya Jaya Radhey Gopala
Jaya Nanda Mukunda Nanda Govinda Radhey Gopala
Chant the many names of the Lord: Govinda, Madhava, Gopala Keshava, Radhey
Gopala, Nanda Mukunda, Giridhari, Ghana Shyama, Sai Gopala.
Adore the One God who incarnated as Rama and again as Krishna - the One that is
manifested as many, arduous to be attained, yet within the grasp of ardent devotees
Lord Krishna is worshipped as the Divine Teacher and as the embodiment of Truth.
Hymn worshipping the Supreme Teacher Sai Baba, who is the embodiment of Love and
Peace, and who bestows bliss and wisdom
151. Guru Deva Guru Deva Deva Shri Sathya Sai Mahadeva
Purnavatar Deva Deva Paramatma Sai Deva
Guru Deva Guru Deva Deva Shri Sathya Sai Mahadeva
Karuna Nidhey Deva Deva Premavatar Sai Devaa
Sharanagata Deva Deva Daya Karo Sai Deva
Surrender to the divine teacher Sathya Sai who is the embodiment of Love and
compassion
Worship the Sadguru, Sathya Sai, the embodiment of Truth, Goodness and Beauty. His
grace removes all evil attributes and bestows bliss on all.
Salutations to the Divine Preceptor - the embodiment of the Supreme Lord of the
Universe, Sathya Sai
Worship the Sadguru - the embodiment of Truth, Righteousness, Peace and Love and
who bestows these supreme qualities on all
157. Guru Mahimaa Gavo (2)
Sadguru Sai Ananda Guru
Brahmananda Ananda Guru
Sarva Dharma Sathya Sai Guru
Sai Guru, Sathya Sai Guru
Sarva Dharma Sathya Sai Guru
Guru Ke Vani Gavo
Guru Mahimaa Gavo
Sing the praises of the Guru, Sathya Sai who represents the essence of all religons and
who bestows bliss on all
Praise the divine teacher, Guru Nanak. Salutations to the One God manifest as Allah,
Jesus, Buddha, Zoroaster, Rama, Sai
Sai, You only know how much we Love You. You are our very heart and You are our very
life. We Love You. Lord, You gave us this life and so bless us with devotion to you, and
fulfil our lives
Worship Shiva - the benefactor of sustenance and life (river Ganga). Worship Sathya Sai,
the incarnation of the ever auspicious form of Shiva
Sing the praises of Mahadeva, Shiva whose worship blesses us with divine bliss.
Worship the divine form of Sathya Sai, the dweller of Parti and who embodies the divine
effulgence of Shiva
164. Hara Shiva Shankara Shashankha Shekhara Hara Bam Hara Bam
Bam Bam Bolo
Bhava Bhayankara Girija Shankara Dhimi Dhimi Dhimi Taka
Nartana Khelo
Hara Shiva Shankara Shashankha Shekhara Hara Bam Hara Bam
Bam Bam Bolo
Bhava Bhayankara Girija Shankara Dhimi Dhimi Dhimi Taka
Nartana Khelo
Shiva is invoked to perform the Thandava, the Cosmic Dance which destroys ignorance
and removes evil in us
Worship Sathya Sai whose name and form symbolize auspiciousness. He is verily the
embodiment of all names and all forms
Prayer extolling the glory of the supreme Lord, Narayana - the benefactor of bliss and joy
Chant the holy name of Hari, Krishna, Rama, Shiva - all embodied in Sai
169. Hari Hara Bol Hari Hara Bol
Mukunda Madhava Govinda Bol
Keshava Bol Madhava Bol
Mukunda Madhava Govinda Bol
Chant the name of Hari who is the embodiment of all forms of divinity
Let your mind sing in worship of God in the form of Rama, Krishna, and Sai. Sing the
Names of Mukunda, Madhava, Vithala, Govinda (all Names of Krishna).
Meditate on the lotus feet of the Supreme Lord, Hari and celebrate His glory by serving
Him and chanting His divine name
Adore and worship the supreme Lord Narayana who has now incarnated as Sathya
Sai
174. Hari Nam Gatey Chalo, Sai Nam Gatey Chalo
Madhava Govinda, Govinda Madhava Nam Gatey Chalo
Govinda Vitthala, Gopal Vitthala
Jai Parti Vitthala, Jai Sai Vitthala
Madhava Govinda, Govinda Madhava Nam Gatey Chalo
Chant the name of the supreme Lord Hari who is also worshipped as Krishna,
Govinda, Madhava, and Sai
175. Hari Nam Sumira, Hari Nam Sumira, Hari Nama Sumira Bhajore
Tribhuvana Nayaka Sub Sukha Dayaka
Vinathi Sahayaka Nam Japorey.
Chant the name of Lord Hari, who sustains and fosters the universe; bestows bliss on all
and protects the helpless and forlorn
Chant the Names of Hari, Sita Rama, Radhey Shyama and Sai
Worship the supreme Lord who has incarnated as Sathya Sai, embodying the Universal
Consciousness
178. Hari Om Narayana, Sai Om Narayana
Sri Lakshmi Narayana, Sri Sathya Narayana
Hari Om Narayana, Sai Om Narayana
Sri Shirdi Narayana, Sri Parti Narayana
Hari Om Narayana, Sai Om Narayana.
Praise be to Narayana, the supreme Lord who is also worshipped as Hari, Shirdi Sai and
Sathya Sai
Worship in devotion the divine Sadguru, Sathya Sai who is the incarnation of all forms
of divinity
181. Hari Om Tat Sat, Hari Om Tat Sat, Hari Om Tat Sat Hari Om
Krishna Krishna Krishna Krishna Jai Radha Krishna
Govinda Govinda Bhajo Radhey Govinda
Gopala Gopala Bhajo Krishna Gopala
Hari Om, Hari Om, Hari Om, Hari Om
Hari Om Om Om, Hari Om Om Om, Hari Om Om Om, Hari Om.
Praise That which is Eternal, the Divine Principle. Sing the glory of the divine name
182. Hari Om Tat Sat Namah Shivaaya
Sai Om Tat Sat Namah Shivaaya
Hari Om Tat Sat Namah Shivaaya
Shiva Shiva Shivaaya Namah Shivaaya
Sai Om Tat Sat Namah Shivaaya (2)
Prayer to Lord Sai Baba, who is the refuge of the distressed and the helpless
Divine Mother, who is the indweller in each heart and is the embodiment of divine energy
and supreme bliss - May she bless us all with her grace
Song in adoration of Sathya Sai who also represents the holy Hindu trinity of Brahma,
Vishnu and Shiva
187. Hey Deena Dayalo Sai Rama Ram
Parama Krupalo Sai Rama Ram
Sai Rama Rama Rama Ram (2)
Hey Patita Pavana Sai Rama Ram
Bhaktha Vatsala Sai Rama Ram
Sai Rama Rama Rama Ram (2)
Prayer imploring Sai Ram (Sathya Sai) to shower His grace and blessings on all those
who seek refuge in Him
Prayer addressed to Ganesha, who removes all obstacles and bestows grace on all
189. Hey Govinda Hey Ananda Nanda Gopala
Mohana Muralidhara Shyama Gopala
Hey Govinda Hey Ananda Nanda Gopala
Sundara Giridhari Harey Natavaralala
Madhava Keshava Madana Gopala
Worship the divine form of Lord Krishna who is also addressed as Govinda, Gopala.
Adoration of Rama, the indwelling Lord and the embodiment of the highest virtues
Prayer addressed to Lord Shiva who is adorned with the crescent moon, symbolizing His
power to reduce man’s desires and passions
192. Hey Madhava Hey Madhusudana
Damodara Hey Muralidhara
Hey Madhava Hey Madhusudana
Mana Mohana Hey Yadu Nandana
Deenaavana Bhava Bhaya Bhanjana
Krishna is worshipped here as Madhava, the embodiment of divine sweetness and beauty,
and as the protector of the distressed
Prayer glorifying Lord Rama - the ocean of compassion and asking Him to bless us with
His grace. Sai is also worshipped here as the embodiment of Rama
195. Hey Sai Jagannatha Hey Sai Jagannatha Hey Sai Jagannatha
Deena Bandhu Sai Natha Karuna Sindhu Jagannatha
Hey Sai Jagannatha Hey Parti Jagannatha
Hey Sai Jaganatha Hey Shirdi Jaganatha Hey Parti Jagannatha.
Prayer in exaltation of Sathya Sai who is worshipped as the Lord of the Universe
Prayer addressed to Sathya Sai as the supreme Lord of the universe and asking Him to
shower grace on all seekers
201. I keep feeling Your Love in me, over and over again
And it's sweeter and sweeter as the days go by
O what a Love between my Lord and I
O what a Love between my Sai and I
My Sai and I, my Sai and I
O what a Love between my Sai and I
202. I know, I know, I know that Baba is my Savior
I know, I know, I know that Baba is within me
I know, I know, I know that Baba will protect me
I know, I know, I know that Baba will direct me.
203. I Love You Lord, I Love You, You and I are One
Shirdi Baba, Sri Sathya Sai, Narayana Sai Baba
Let us sing the name of Sai, Let us praise the Lord
He has come on earth for us, He is our joy
I Love You Lord, I Love You, You and I are One
Shirdi Baba, Sri Sathya Sai, Narayana Sai Baba
Let's rejoice and follow Him, Listen to His Word
Do not ever cry for Me, I am in your heart.
Sathya Sai represents the essence of all names and forms from all religious traditions.
Prayer in adulation of the Divine Mother who is worshipped as Durga, Lakshmi, Sarasvati
and Sathya Sai.
Prayer celebrating the glory of Rama and Krishna and extolling the divine beauty of the
Lord’s various forms
Worship Krishna who dwells in the hearts of devotees, full of pure love and devotion
Song in praise of Krishna, the enchanting divine child who enraptures the hearts of His
devotees
Celebrate the glory of Sathya Sai, the divine Sadguru and the embodiment of all forms of
divinity
220. Jai Jai Jai Jai Maa Sathya Sai Bhavani Maa
Partipurishvari Maa, Sai Maheshvari Maa
Jai Jai Jai Jai Maa Sathya Sai Bhavani Maa
Sai Maa Sai Maa Sai Maa
Jai Jai Jai Jai Maa Sathya Sai Bhavani Maa
Trishula Dharini Maa Triloka Palini Maa
Sai Maa Sai Maa Sai Maa
221. Jai Jai Jai Mana Mohana Jai Jai Jai Madhusudhana
Madhava Keshava, Keshava Madhava
Gopala Gopalana (Sai)
Sing the glory of Krishna, who enchants us with His Divine Play.
222. Jai Jai Maa, Jai Jai Maa, Jai Jagadishvari Sai Maa
Vishvadharini Sai Maa, Vishvatarini Sai Maa
Jai Jai Maa, Jai Sai Maa
Jaya Jagadishvari Sai Maa
Adi Shakti Shiva Sai Maa, Parashakti Shiva Sai Maa
Jai Jai Maa, Jai Sai Maa
Parti Purishwari Sai Maa.
Worship joyfully the Divine Mother who is embodied as Sathya Sai. Her Grace
will help us overcome worldliness and grant us liberation
Chanting Sai’s divine name will confer upon us bliss and liberation.
Praise in honor of the Divine Mother who is worshipped as Durga, Vaishnavi, etc.
Extol the glorious form of Krishna - the Lord of the Gopis who is the embodiment of
supreme bliss and Love
229. Jaya Sai Ram Jaya Sai Ram
Jaya Sai Ram Jaya Jaya Ram
Bolo Jaya Sai Ram Jaya Jaya Ram
Anatha Rakshaka Sai Ram
Apadbandhava Sai Ram
PremaSvarupa Sai Ram
Prema Avatara Sai Ram
Worship the benevolent Lord, Shiva who has come now as Sai
231. Jaya Sai Shankara Jaya Abhayankara
Samba Sadashiva Shiva Hararey Shiva Hararey
Jaya Gangadhara Jaya Bimbadhara
Vyaghrambara Dhara Shiva Hararey Shiva Hararey
Song worshipping Lord Shiva - the Lord who removes all fears and bestows grace on all
who worship Him
Sathya Sai is adored and worshipped as the Divine Mother - she upholds righteousness
and embodies the divine qualities of Truth, Peace and Love
Worship Sai as the Divine Mother and as the embodiment of Truth, Righteousness,
Peace, Love and Bliss
234. Jaya Devi Bhavani Maa
Jaya Sai Bhavani Maa
Jagadishvari Sai Maa Parameshvari Sai Maa
Jaya Sai Bhavani Maa Jaya Parti Nivasini Maa.
Victory to the Divine Mother. Mother of the world, O Divine Mother Sai, the resident of
holy Puttaparti
Praise extolling the glory of Sai who is verily Krishna Himself, the embodiment of
everlasting bliss
Sathya Sai is the eternal Sadguru come to teach man on the path to liberation. He is the
Holy Trinity and he is the Divine mother and father to all
The divine teacher is extolled as the embodiment of Om and as the universal spirit
239. Jaya Ho Jaya Ho Gopalana
Jaya Ho Jaya Ho Narayana
Jaya Ho Jaya Ho Janardhana
Jaya Ho Jaya Ho Niranjana
Celebrating the glory of Lord Krishna, the personification of divinity and purity.
Sathya Sai is adored as the embodiment of the Formless Cosmic Being (Lingam)
Glory be to Sathya Sai - the divine Lord who has incarnated throughout the ages to bless
mankind with His compassion and grace
Praise to the Lord who is the master of the universe and the embodiment of eternal bliss -
Shiva, Narayana, Sai, Durga
Worship Sai as the Supreme God. Devotees behold in joy Sai’s divine form. Sai is the
essence of all religions and all knowledge
244. Jaya Jaya Devi Girija Mata
Jaya Jagadambey Pranava Svarupini
Ashta Bhujankita Akhiladharini
Jaya Yogeeshvara Hridaya Viharini
The Divine Mother is worshipped as Girija and as the embodiment of Om, sustaining and
fostering the entire universe with her compassion and grace.
Celebrate the glory of Shiva, the Lord of the Universe. Sai as the embodiment of Shiva
is our protector and the refuge of the distressed
Salutations to Sathya Sai, the embodiment of Shiva and Shakti (God and Nature)
Worship and adore Krishna - the Lord of all hearts and the embodiment of the infinite
divine spirit
248. Jaya Jaya Ram Jaya Sai Ram
Jaya Jaya Ram Sai Ram (Bolo)
Jaya Raghunandana Jaya Ram
Jaya Sundara Nayanabhi Ram
Jaya Dasaratha Nandana Ram
Jaua Maruthi Sevita Ram
Jaya Bhakta Jeevana Dhana Ram
Jaya Sundara Nayanabhi Ram
Hymn extolling the glory of Lord Rama whose enchanting form and noble virtues are
treasured by his devotees.
Worship Lord Shiva as the Divine Teacher now come as the Lord of Parti - Sai
Prayer asking Lord Ganesha to bless us with pure devotion and bliss. Ganesha fosters
and protects those who surrender to Him.
Adoration of Lord Krishna who bestows bliss on all and who fosters all those seek refuge
in Him.
252. Jaya Panduranga Jaya Vitthala
Jagadodhara Hari Vitthala
Pandari Natha Jaya Hari Vitthala
Purandara Vitthala Parama Dayala
Worship the divine form of Krishna who is worshipped as Panduranga - the Lord of
Pandharapur (temple town in central India)
Adoration of the sweet form of Sai, as he swings back and forth in Divine Bliss (in our
hearts) and showers bliss and joy on all
Sathya Sai who is the indweller of our hearts is worshipped seated on a swing (our hearts)
and bestowing bliss on all
(Refrain)
You make it easy, You make it easy, You make it easy, Baba, with Your
Love.
257. Kalateetaya Siddhirupaya Yogishvaraya Namo
Jagad Hithaya Vishvarupaya
Sayeeshvaraya Namo (Sathya)
Om Namah Shivaaya Shivaaya Namah Om (5x)
Sathya Sai represents the infinite universal spirit ever engaged in the welfare of mankind.
To Him, we surrender and offer our salutations
Hymn to Lord Rama, God of auspiciousness and bliss. O Lord Sai! You are the
incarnation of the Supreme Lord
Praise Sathya Sai, whose divine form enchants all who worship Him. He, the resident of
holy Parti, is the refuge of all spritual seekers
Prayer extolling the divine effulgence of Sai who represents the infinite universal spirit
Rama is the ocean of compassion and to those who surrender in devotion to Him, Rama
confers bliss and joy
262. Kasturi Tilakam Narayanam
Kamala Nayanam Narayanam
Guruvayurpura Narayanam
Kaliyuga Avatara Narayanam
Govinda Govinda Narayanam (2)
Narayana, the Supreme Lord is worshipped as the Avatar of the Age - Sathya Sai
Celebrating the glory of Lord Rama who is now embodied as Sai, the resident of Parti
Praise extolling the divine form of Krishna - the indwelling God in every heart
Salutations to Sathya Sai, the Avatar of the Age and the indweller in every heart
Prayer celebrating the glory of Lord Krishna and asking Him for the boon of His divine
vision
Adoring Krishna who steals our hearts with His enchanting divine form.
272. Krishna Rama Govinda Narayana
Keshava Madhava Hari Narayana
Krishna Rama Govinda Narayana
Sri Venu Gopala Krishna
Madhava Madhusudana Narayana
Chant the many names of Lord: Krishna, Rama, Govinda, Narayana, Keshava, Madhava
Worship the Supreme Lord, Narayana who has assumed all forms of the Divine and
has promised to protect and foster all those who seek refuge in Him
(sung in unison)
Worship the Lord of Wisdom and Intelligence - Ganesha, who removes all obstacles
276. Lambodara Jaya Gajanana
Parvati Nandana Parama Dayaghana
Lambodara Jaya Gajanana
Bandha Vimochana Bhava Bhaya Bhanjana
Pranava Svarupa Hey Shiva Nandana
Pahi Prabho Maam Pahi Gajanana
Worship Ganesha, the sustainer and protector of the universe and who gives liberation to
all who seek refuge in Him
Worship Ganesha whose grace removes all obstacles and fulfils all aspirations. He
confers wisdom and intelligence and grants auspiciousness
Let me touch Your Feet, let me touch your Feet, Swami, my Swami
You are everything, with Your Breath I sing, my beloved Lord, my
beloved Lord
Let me touch Your Feet, let me touch your Feet, Swami, my Swami
You are every part, you’re this beating heart, my beloved Lord, my
beloved Lord
Let me touch Your Feet, let me touch your Feet, Swami, my Swami
It’s for you I long as I sing this song, my beloved Lord, my beloved Lord
Let me touch Your Feet, let me touch your Feet, Swami, my Swami
Grant my highest goal, please receive my soul, my beloved Lord, my
beloved Lord
Let me touch Your Feet, let me touch your Feet, Swami, my Swami
Padnamaskar, from near or far, my beloved Lord, my beloved Lord
Padnamaskar, for everywhere you are, my beloved Lord, my beloved Lord
(To the Melody of Harey Krishna Harey Krishna)
281. Like the sunlight, like the moon bright, always always I am with You
Like the ocean, like the river, always I am flowing toward You.
Like the sky above, so is Divine Love, always always surrounding You
Like the earth so fair, like the birds of the air, always I am caring for You.
282. Light in me a flame, to Love You, my Lord
To find You in each heart
Where Your Love is poured
Light in me a flame.
Celebrate the glory of Sathya Sai who is worshipped as the embodiment of the Universal
Absolute God (Lingam).
Chant the glory of Krishna who is also worshipped as Madhava, Gopala, Sai.
Celebrate the glory of Krishna and Sathya Sai, the incarnations of the Supreme Lord.
Chant the melodious name of the Lord, Krishna adored by saints and sages
Sing the glory of Krishna, the embodiment of divine attributes and the embodiment of bliss
and joy to all
290. Madhuvana Ke Murali Vala
Nacho Nacho Nacho Nandalala
Nandalala Nandalala
Gopi Manohara Gopala Bala
Parti Purishvara Hey Sai Lala
Nacho Nacho Nacho Nandalala
Krishna is the dweller of the Madhu garden (man’s heart). He is adored and worshipped as
the eternal indwelling Lord in all of us
Worship Krishna who traverses man’s heart and dwells with us, providing eternal joy
Sai is adored as our beloved Lord. Our omnipresent Lord’s enchanting form brings bliss
to all His devotees
Prayer asking the mind to chant the holy name of the Lord who is the embodiment of
everlasting bliss and joy. He is the Mother, Father and Teacher to all of mankind
294. Mana Mohana Krishna Murali Dhari
Mathura Natha Hey Giridhari
Mana Mohana Krishna Murali Dhari
Mangala Kara Hey Kunja Vihari
Madhuvana Murali Harey Murare
Song extolling the glory of Krishna, the embodiment of bliss and joy
Chant with joy the name of Krishna, the enchanting Divine Child of Brindavan
Worship at the Feet of the Guru, for the grace of the Guru will help us cross the
ocean of this material world. Sing the glory of Sai as the Supreme Preceptor and
the embodiment of Shiva and Aum. (The first bhajan taught by Sai Baba in 1940).
Prayer invoking the Lord to be enshrined in our hearts for He is the eternal, timeless
Universal Consciousness embodied as Krishna, Narayana, Vitthala.
298. Mandir Mey Tum Ram Ho Sai
Masjid Mey Noor Muhammad
Masjid Mey Allah Ho Akbar
Guru Dvarey Mey Tu Guru Nanak
Mana Mandir Mey Sai Sai
Bolo Ram Ek Hi Naam (2)
Sub Mil Bolo Sai Ram
Sathya Sai who represents the essence of all religions is glorified as Rama, Mohammad,
Guru Nanak and all forms of divinity
Imploring the mind to meditate on the holy name of the Lord - Rama, Krishna, Ranga, Sai
Baba - the Name that is adored and worshipped by saints and sages
The Lord is Mother, Father and Friend. Lord, You are Allah, Jesus, Buddha, Zorashtra
and Mahavir. You are the Master of the entire universe.
304. Mother O Mother Sai Maa, You mean the whole world to me Sai Maa
Mother O Mother Sai Maa, You are the Light of my life Sai Maa
Maa Sai Maa, Maa Sai Maa
In times of troubles and despair, I call Your name You are always there
How can we thank You O Dear Sai Maa, for all Your patience and Love,
Sai Maa
Maa Sai Maa, Maa Sai Maa
Worship Sathya Sai as the embodiment of the Universal Spirit. Sai represents the form
and the formless aspects of the Divine
Praise be to Krishna - the infinite God who is the embodiment of bliss and joy
308. Murali Gana Lola Nanda Gopa Bala
Ravo Ravo Radha Lola Radha Lola
Treta Yugamuna Sita Ramudai
Dwapara Yugamuna Radha Loludai
Githanu Thrapina Taraka Namudai
Yuga Yuga Manduna Thagu Rupa Dhariai.
Hymn praising Lord Krishna who incarnates from age to age to teach mankind the path to
the Divine
Salutations to Sathya Sai, the divine incarnation of the Supreme Lord, Narayana
Prayer invoking the blessings of Krishna upon those who have surrendered to Him with
pure love and devotion
Chant the glory of the Lord who steals our hearts and minds with His enchanting form.
Chant the glory of the Lord who steals our hearts and minds with His enchanting form
Chant the many names of the Lord: Hari, Gopala, Govinda, Ghanashyama, the Lord
who captivates the hearts of His devotees
Worship the Supreme Lord Narayana, the embodiment of the Vedas. His compassion and
mercy on us is worthy of the highest praise
Chant the name of the Supreme Lord manifestations as Narayana, Hari, Madhava
328. Narayana Sathya Sai, Narayana Sathya Sai
We sing our songs at the Feet of Bhagavan
And we sing of Bhagavan, Sweet Bhagavan
Now our days will be brighter and our burdens will be lighter
PremaSvarupa Sathya Sai, PremaSvarupa Sathya Sai
We sing our Love at the Feet of Bhagavan
And we sing of Bhagavan, Sweet Sathya Sai.
Prayer celebrating the glory of Krishna as the highest and glorious manifestation of
the Divine
Song extolling the glory of the Lord Krishna, the Lord of the Gopis (devotees of the highest
order that were with Krishna, those who had mastered their five senses).
333. Navanita Chora Bala Gopala
Yashoda Nandana Krishna Gopala
Rasa Vilola Radhey Gopala
Parti Puri Ke Sai Gopala
Sai Gopala Sai Gopala
Gopala, another name for Krishna is worshipped here. Baba refers to Gopala as the
master of all the senses. Worship Krishna as the Lord of all the senses
Invoke the divine vision of the Lord in all your thoughts, words and deeds
Hari, the supreme Lord is the embodiment of eternal and absolute bliss. Glorify Him by
chanting His divine name.
Prayer to the Lord of Puttaparti, Sri Sathya Sai beseeching Him to listen to our fervent
prayers for His grace and compassion, and to lead us on to liberation
341. O Sai Baba, O Sai Baba, O Sai Baba Meri Raksha Karo
O Sai Rama, Prabhu Sai Rama O Sai Baba, Meri Raksha Karo
Karuna Nidhan Tum Karuna Karo
Kripa Nidhan Tum Kripa Karo
O Parti Baba, O Shirdi Baba O Sai Baba Meri Raksha Karo
Chant the holy name of Sai - the ocean of compassion and grace
Worship Shiva, Mahadeva, the Lord of all the worlds and recite the sacred chant
saluting Shiva
Adoration of the Supreme Lord and His different forms - Narayana, Shankara,
Govinda, Sai
Chant the names of Lord Shiva who is also worshipped as the God who showers
goodness and auspiciousness on all those who surrender to Him
Salutations to the beloved form of Sai to whome we surrender with love and devotion
Prayer invoking Sathya Sai - the embodiment of all divine forms to rescue us from our
suffering and shower His grace and compassion on us
354. Parti Puri Gurudev, Puttaparti Puri Gurudev
Prasanthi Nilaya, Prasanthi Niketana
Sathya Sai Gurudev, Puttaparti Puri Gurudev
Paramabrahma Gurudev, Parama Jyoti Gurudev
Shirdi Purisha, Parti Purisha
Prema Sai Gurudev, Puttaparti Puri Gurudev.
Celebrating the glory of the divine teacher, Sathya Sai, the resident of holy Puttaparti and
the embodiment of the Universal Spirit
Salutations to Ganesha, who confers wisdom and intelligence. Ganesha removes all
obstacles and all ignorance
Exaltation to Lord Rama who has now come as the Lord of Parti, Sai Ram. Meditating on
His holy name liberates us from sin and weakness
At dawn, worship at the sacred feet of Lord Sai. Take refuge and surrender at the Lotus
Feet of Sai who bestows supreme bliss.
Invocation of Ganesha, who removes all obstacles and confers wisdom and success
359. Prathama Vandana Gauri Nandana
Hey Shiva Nandana Sai Gajanana (Prathama)
Ekadanta Gunavanta Vinayaka
Vighna Harana Shubha Mangala Charana
Pranava Svarupa Sai Gajanana
Obeisance to Lord Ganesha whose worship brings success and rewards to all who
surrender to Him. Ganesha bestows wisdom and dispels darkness
Celebrate the indwelling Lord Sai - the embodiment of Divine Love. Love is God and
God is Love. Sai represents all forms of divinity - Rama, Raheem, Krishna, Jesus
Praise be to Sai who is the embodiment of Pure Love and Knowledge. May He bestow
liberation on all.
362. Prema is the ocean, Prema is the ocean, and I am one with Thee. Once a tiny
lake and now a mighty sea, O Love, I am one with Thee.
Ananda is the ocean, Ananda is the ocean, and I am one with Thee. Once
a tiny lake and now a mighty sea, O Bliss, I am one with Thee.
Shanti is the ocean, Shanti is the ocean, and I am one with Thee. Once
a tiny lake and now a mighty sea, O Peace, I am one with Thee.
Mukthi is the ocean, Mukthi is the ocean, and I am one with Thee. Once
a tiny lake and now a mighty sea, O Freedom, I am one with Thee.
Sai Baba is the ocean, Sai Baba is the ocean, and I am one with Thee. Once
a tiny lake and now a mighty sea, O Lord, I am one with Thee.
363. Prema Mudita Manase Kaho Rama Rama Ram, Rama Rama Ram,
Rama Rama Ram, Sri Rama Rama Ram
Rama Rama Ram, Rama Rama Ram, Rama Rama Ram, Sri Rama
Rama Ram
With a heart filled with Love, chant the glorious name of Rama. The sanctity and the
power of the Lord’s name burns away all our sins and brings us bliss and joy. Rama is the
mother, father and the kin of all beings and His holy name is the very breath of all
devotees
Chant the name of the Lord with a heart filled with love and devotion
Salutations to the beautiful form of Sai, the embodiment of divine love and righteousness
366. Purandara Ranga Harey Vitthala
Pandhari Ranga Harey Vitthala
Narahari Ranga Harey Vitthala
Murahara Ranga Harey Vitthala
Krishna is extolled as Ranga Vitthala, another manifestation of the divine principle. The
Lord destroys evil and bestows goodness on all
Praise to Krishna, the embodiment of divinity. The sweetness of His divine form fills us
with bliss and joy
Worship Krishna, the God of auspiciousness, goodness and wealth. He is adored and
worshipped by saints and sages as the repository of the highest virtues
Celebrate with joy the wondrous form of Krishna, benefactor of compassion and bliss.
Chant the many names of Lord Krishna - Radhey Govinda, Murari, Shyam, Mukunda, Sai.
371. Radhey Govinda Jaya Jaya, Radhey Gopala
Dina Natha Govinda Rasavilola Gopala
Radhey Govinda Jaya Jaya, Radhey Gopala
Anatha Natha Govinda, Rasavilola Gopala
Govinda Jaya Govinda, Gopala Jaya Gopala
Radhey Govinda Jaya Jaya, Radhey Gopala
Radha Lola Govinda, Rasavilola Gopala
Govinda Jaya Govinda, Gopala Jaya Gopala.
Chant with joy the name of Krishna, also addressed as Radhey Govinda. Krishna is the
Lord, Radha is Nature.
Chant the name of Krishna, the beloved Lord of Radha (Nature). He is also worshipped
as Shyam, Panduranga
Adoration of Krishna as the divine Master. Krishna is the Lord of Radha who symbolizes
Nature. Radha - Krishna symbolize the love of mankind for God
Glorify the divine name of Krishna - the refuge of the distressed and the object of the
highest worship by His devotees
Praise in honor of Lord Rama, the beloved scion of the Raghu lineage
380. Raghu Nandana Raghava Rama Harey
Hey Janaki Jivana Rama Harey
Hey Rajiva Lochana Rama Harey
Sita Rama Harey Sai Harey
Hey Rajiva Lochana Rama Harey
Prayer invoking the blessings of Lord Rama - the epitome of purity and sacredness
Prayer invoking the divine Lord Rama to grant us wisdom and grace. All forms of the
divine are attributed to Rama.
385. Raghupathey Sri Ramachandra Raghava Daya Nidhe (2)
Madhava Sri Radhikesha Govinda Harey Krishna (2)
Pashupathey Sri Parvateesha Shankara Sada Shiva (2)
Sai Rama Sai Krishna Sathya Sai Maheshvara (2)
Rama, the embodiment of compassion; Krishna, the embodiment of divine love; Shiva, the
embodiment of auspiciousness and Sai, the embodiment of all forms of divinity is adored
and worshipped.
Chant the name of Rama, Krishna, and Sai. Sai is adored as Rama, Krishna and as
symbolizing divinity in its all forms
Exaltation to Sathya Sai who is worshipped as Rama and Raheem! Sai’s holy name is our
salvation. Sai is the essence of all scriptures and He has come to light the lamp of Love
and righteousness in our hearts.
Let our minds be always filled with the sacred name of the Lord as Rama, Sai
389. Ram Ram Ram Ram Ram Naama Taarakam
Rama Krishna Vasudeva Bhukti Mukti Daayakam
Jaanaki Manoharam Sarva Loka Naayakam
Shankaraadi Sevyamaana Punya Naama Keertanam
Chant the name of Lord Rama, whose name is a powerful mantra that grants salvation to
us. Rama Is the object of worship in all the worlds and he is the embodiment of Dharma
390. Rama Bhagavan, Rama Bhagavan, Rama Bhagavan Sita Rama Bhagavan
Krishna Bhagavan, Krishna Bhagavan, Krishna Bhagavan, Radhey
Krishna Bhagavan
Prema Bhagavan, Prema Bhagavan, Prema Bhagavan, Sai Prema Bhagavan
Hari Bhagavan, Hari Bhagavan, Hari Bhagavan, Hari Hara Bhagavan
Atma Rupa Bhagavan, Paramatma Rupa Bhagavan
Shirdi Svarupa, Sathya Svarupa, Prema Rupa Bhagavan.
Celebrating all forms of divinity - Rama, Krishna, Hari, Sai as the embodiments of Love
and the Eternal Spirit
391. Rama came, Krishna came, our Lord has come, His name is Sai
Give us peace and grant us release
Baba Baba Sai Baba, Baba Baba Sai Baba.
One of Mercy, Wisdom and Truth, Give us Your Blessing,
Lord of Light
You are Mother, Father and friend
Baba Baba Sai Baba, Baba Baba Sai Baba.
You are Lord of all. We chant Your glory in many names and forms
394. Rama Lakshman Janaki, Jaya Bolo Hanuman Ki (4)
Worship Rama, the embodiment of divine glory. Sai, addressed as Sai Ram delights the
hearts of devotees who behold his glorious form
397. Rama Rama Sai Ram, Sita Rama Radhey Shyam (2)
Parti Purishvara Sai Ram
Rama Rama Sai Ram, Sita Rama Radhey Shyam
Dasharatha Nandana Sita Ram, Vasudeva Nandana Radhey Shyam
Easwaramba Nandana
Parti Purishvara Sai Ram.
Chant the name of Lord Rama and Lord Sai Rama. (Rama is the son of King
Dasharatha, Krishna is the son of Vasudeva and Sai is the son of Eshvaramma)
Krishna is portrayed as engaged in a divine dance with His devotees, symbolizing man’s
relationship with God. Song glorifies Lord Krishna and His divine qualities
399. Rejoice in the Lord Sai always and again I say Rejoice
Rejoice, Rejoice, and again I say Rejoice.
Prayer to Sathya Sai, the Divine Teacher to remove our worldly suffering and bestow upon
us His compassion and blessings
Invoking Sathya Sai to protect and foster us. May Sai be ever with us and bless us with
His peace, devotion and love
404. Sai Avatara Yuga Avatara
Deena Dayala Sankata Haara
Sai Avatara Yuga Avatara
Sai Brahma Sai Vishnu Sai Maheshvara (Sathya)
Sai Avatara Yuga Avatara
Sathya Sai Prema Sai Sab Dharmonke Baba Sai
Sai Parameshvara (Sathya)
Adoration of the Avatar of this age - Sathya Sai, the embodiment of Truth, Righteousness,
Peace and Love
Sing the glory of Sathya Sai, the embodiment of the Supreme Lord, Narayana and the
primordial sound Aum
Salutations to Sai Baba. Prayer invoking Baba to accept our prayers. Sai, the essence of
all forms of divinity, is the eternal indweller in our hearts and He fulfils all our aspirations
Let me reach You, dear Sai, let me reach You, let me reach
You inside of my heart
Let me serve You, dear Lord with my service, let me serve
You dear Lord, with my Love
I surrrender to You, I surrender to You, Lord Sri Sai Ram
Salutations to the Divine Mother embodied as Sathya Sai. Sai is Durga, Lakshmi,
Sarasvati, Gayatri, Bhavani, Gauri and all forms of the Divine Mother
.
412. Sai Govinda Sai Gopala Sai Ram
Bansi Dhara Bansi Dhara Hey Chitta Chora
Sai Govinda Sai Gopala Sai Ram
Hey Natavara, Hey Natavara Nanda Kishora
Ghana Shyama Sundara, Megha Shyama Sundara Sai Ram
Song in praise of Sai as Govinda, Gopala and all forms and names of Krishna.
Adoration of Sai as the very essence of our lives. He is the Light that will lead us
to liberation
Prayer in adoration of Sai as our beloved Lord. Devotees from all paths - Hindu, Muslim,
Christian, Sikh, etc. are accepted and welcomed by Sai
(sung in unison)
415. Sai Harey Sathya Sai Harey Sathya Sai Harey Sathya Sai Harey
Baba Harey Jaya Baba Harey Jaya Baba Harey Jaya Baba Harey
Celebrate the glory of Sathya Sai, the Lord of Puttaparti. Sai is the epitome of divine
effulgence and purity, and the Lord of the universe
Sai is our Mother, Father, Brother and Friend. I salute at Your Lotus Feet. O! Lord Give
us strength, devotion and liberation
Chant the name of Sai who is all forms and all names
Sathya Sai represents the infinite eternal Atman. Without the Lord’s Grace, nothing is
attainable. He is verily our true essence and our savior
423. Sai Ram hear my call to you, Sai Ram hear my call
Sai Ram my Lord, You must hear my call
In my heart is a burning yearning for You
I am waiting, I am praying, I am calling to You
424. Sai Ram Jaya Sai Ram
Pyare Sai Sai Ram
Tum Hamarey Sai Ram
Hum Tumharey Sai Ram
Sai Ram Jaya Sai Ram
Pyare Sai Sai Ram
Paramatma Tum Sai Ram
Antaryami Merey Ram
Smarana Karo Sub Sai Ram
Sai Ram Jaya Sai Ram
Sai Ram you are my beloved Sai. I am Yours and You are mine. You are the Indweller of
my heart. Let us always chant the name of Sai Ram.
Sai is the Lord who showers Love and gives liberation. Let us pray to Him to bestow His
mercy and grace on us
426. Sai Ram Sai Ram, Sai Ram Jaya Sai Ram
Partipurishvara Sai Ram
Sai Ram Sai Ram
Raghupati Raghava Raja Ram
Patitapavana Sita Ram
Ishvar Allah Terey Naam
Sub Ko Sanmati Dey Bhagavan
Worship of Lord Sai - the embodiment of all names and forms and asking for His Grace
Worshipping Sai as the avatar of the age and as the embodiment of all forms and names
428. Sai Ram Sai Shyam Merey Sai Ram
Merey Sai Merey Baba Merey Pran Nath Ram
Sai Ram Sai Shyam Merey Sai Ram
Terey Dvar Pe Mey Aaoon Mujhey Shanti Do Bhagavan
Mujhey Shanti Do Bhagavan
Merey Jeevan Mey Saath Raho Sai Nath Merey
Worship of Sai as Rama and Krishna incarnated. Prayer invoking Sai to grant us peace
and to be always with us
Chant the Name of Lord Sai Rama, Who removes miseries and sins. Worship the most
pleasing divine form of the Lord - Rama, Krishna and Sai
Contemplate on the name of the divine Teacher Sai and worship His lotus feet
Praiise be to Sathya Sai, the embodiment of Shiva. Sai who is our very essence, may He
grant us peace, love and devotion
(sung in unison)
433. Sai You are more precious than silver
Sai You are more valued than gold
Sai You are more beautiful than diamonds
Nothing I desire compares with You
Prayer to Govinda (Krishna) to remove our suffering and allow us to worship His Lotus
Feet.
Chant the glorious name of Sai Ram. Sai is the very essence of our lives. He is the Lord
of Shirdi and the Lord of Parti.
Worship Sathya Sai, the embodiment of Truth, Righteousness, Love and Peace. The
resident of holy Puttaparti embodies all forms and all names of divinity
437. Satyam Jnanam Anantam Brahma (3)
Satyam Brahma
Jnanam Brahma
Anantam Brahma
Hymn to the Eternal One who embodies Truth, Knowledge and the Infinite Atman
(to the same melody)
438. Sathya Narayana Govinda Madhava Sai Narayana Govinda Keshava (2)
Harey Krishna Harey Krishna Harey Krishna Harey Harey (2)
Harey Rama Harey Rama Harey Rama Harey Harey (2)
(Sung in rounds)
440. Sathya Sai Thy Name so sweet, Name so sweet
Keep us always at Thy Feet, at Thy Feet
Sai Ram, Sai Ram, Sai Ram
441. Sathya Sai Rama, Hey Ghana Shyama
Prema Sudha Baraso, Shanti Sudha Baraso
Sathya Sai Rama, Hey Ghana Shyama
Kali Yuga Mey Tum, Yuga Avataari
Sathya Sai Rama, Hey Ghana Shyama
Prayer invoking Sathya Sai, the incarnation of Rama to bless us with His Love and
Peace
Sathya Sai is worshipped as the Divine Mother - the embodiment of Truth, Love, Bliss and
Peace. The Divine Mother’s grace can liberate us from bondage and grant us bliss
443. Save your food for those who need, everything is Divine
Save your money for a selfless deed, everything is Divine
For Swami advises ceiling on desires
Daily remember everything is Divine
May Sathya Sai as tje embodiment of Lord Shiva protect us and foster us.
Adoration of Sai, the resident of Parti who is the Sadguru embodying Absolute Bliss
Prayer worshipping Lord Subrahmanya, the son of Shiva. Subrahmanya is he who tends
to the spiritual growth of all aspirants
450. Sharanam Gurudeva, Sharanam Sai Deva
Jaya Jaya Gurudeva, Jaya Jaya Sai Deva
Pandarinatha Mahadeva, Parambrahma Hey Gurudeva
Deenabandho Karunasindho, Sai Deva Satya Sai Deva
Jaya Jaya Gurudeva, Jaya Jaya Sai Deva
Surrender to the Divine Teacher, Sathya Sai, who shows infinite compassion to all who
have surrendered to Him
Hymn extolling the divine incarnations of Sai. He embodies all forms of the Divine and is
the ocean of Compassion and Love
452. Shirdi Sai Parti Sai Hum Ko Deejo, Premaamrita Dhara, Premaamrita Dhara
Tav Sevaki Avasar Deejo Sathya Sai Mahadev
Gaanaamritha Mey, Bhav Bhi Deejo Prema Sai Bhagavan Prema Sai
Bhagavan
Prayer invoking the Lord Sathya Sai to shower us with His infinite Grace and Love. May
we serve Him and sing His glory with love and devotion
Adoration of Sai as the manifestation of Shiva. Sai is the essence of all forms and
names attributed to divinity.
Worship the divine form of Lord Rama who destroys evil and promotes
auspiciousness
455. Shiva Maheshvara, Shiva Maheshvara, Shiva Maheshvara Sai Ram
Shiva Maheshvara, Shiva Shankara, Shiva Mahadeva Sai Ram Kailasa Vasa
Mahadeva
Jagadeeshvara Baba Mahadeva
Tribhuvana Paala Baba Sai Deva (Om)
Shiva represents the primordial sound of creation - Om. Let us offer obeisance to Sai
who is Shiva Himself
Prayer celebrating the power of Shiva to protect those who surrender to Him and His
compassion and grace.
460. Shiva Shankara, Shiva Shankara, Shiva Shankara Rupa
Maheshvara Sai
Shiva Shankara Shankara Shankara Sai
Omkara Priya Shiva Shankara Sai
Kailasa Priya Shiva Shankara Sai
Nata Jana Priya Shiva Shankara Sai
Shiva Shankara Shankara Shankara Sai
Prayer addressed to Lord Shiva as the embodiment of Om and as the protector of His
devotees.
Worship Shiva as Sai - embodying Truth, Goodness and Beauty. Shiva is also portrayed
as performing the Tandava (Cosmic Dance) signifying the battle of good and evil
Worship the Lord of the universe, Shiva and all His divine attributes and qualities
465 Shuklambara Dhara Ganapati Mantram
Nityam Nityam Japo Japo
Vighna Vinashaka Vidya Dayaka
Veera Ganapati Bhajo Bhajo
Sing the glory of Ganesha, chanting whose name removes all obstacles and bestows
wisdom on us
Song in praise of Krishna. The divine beauty of His form captivates our hearts and minds..
Song celebrating the sweetness of chanting the divine name of the Lord - Rama, Krishna,
and Sai
468. Sohum Sohum Dhyan Karo
Sadguru Sai Smaran Karo
Sohum Brahma, Sohum Vishnu
Sadguru Sai Naman Karo
Sohum Sohum Dhyan Karo
Sohum Atma Shiva Parmatma
Sadguru Sai Charan Pado
Sohum Sohum Dhyan Karo
‘So Hum “ is the inhalation and exhalation of our breath. ‘So’ means God and ‘Hum’
means I. “ I am God “ - Baba wants us to make that our spiritual practice emphasizing the
Unity principle of God and Man. Sohum is all names and forms of God
Hymn to the Divine Teacher, Sathya Sai. Obtain His Grace by surrendering at His lotus
feet
474. Sri Mata Jagan Mata, Sai Mata Shashi Gauri Mata
Dharani Mata Pari Purani Mata
Jagadodharani Mata Bhava Harini Mata
Adoration of Radha Krishna, Lakshmi Narayana and all forms of the Lord
476. Srinivasa Govinda, Sri Venkatesha Govinda
Purana Purusha Govinda, Pundarikaaksha Govinda
Dasha Vidha Rupa Govinda, Krishna Rama Govinda
Krishna Rama Govinda, Rama Krishna Govinda
Chant the Name of Govinda who is worshipped as Srinivasa (the repository of all wealth)
and as Venkateshvara, extolled in the scriptures as bearing all names and all forms of the
Lord
Worship Lord Rama of the Raghu lineage. Rama is our protector and our constant
remembrance of His holy name will give us bliss
Names of Shiva and Subrahmanya are chanted. Subrahmanya is he who tends to the
spiritual growth of all aspirants
Ganesha, the benefactor of boons is extolled as the remover of obstacles and the God of
auspiciousness
Hymn to Lord Sathya Sai asking for His compassion and Grace
486. (To the melody: Ganesha Sharanam)
Surrender joyfully to the Lord Ganesha
His strength will clear away obstacles before us
Surrender to the Feet of Divine Sai Baba
His Love will light the way to our liberation
(sung in rounds)
489. Swami, O Swami
Breathe through us Thy Sacred Breath
Sing through us Thy Sacred Song
Love is All
490. Swami take my hand, Jesus take my hand, dear Lord take my hand, take
my hand and lead the way
Surrender to the Lord who has incarnated as the deity Ayyappan (worshipped in South
India). Sai is worshipped as the essence of all forms and all names of the divine
Happy Birthday to You Sai Rama, Happy Birthday to You Sai Rama (3)
497. The Father and I are One, The Father and I are One
We're One, We're One, We're One, We're One, the Father and I are One.
Sai Baba and I are One, Sai Baba and I are One
We're One, We're One, We're One, We're One, Sai Baba and I are One
Prayer invoking the divine vision of Sathya Sai. Sai is the Mother, Father and Kinsman of
all mankind and He is the sole refuge for the poor and the forlorn
Sathya Sai is the Lord of the universe. He is the Eternal Lord dwelling in every heart
Salutations to Sathya Sai, the embodiment of Pure Love and the Infinite Spirit. Prayer
invoking Baba to accept our devotion and reverence
503. Un Solo Dios Eres Tu Eres Tu Mi Senor
Jesu Cristo Mahavira Un Solo Dios Y Nada Mas
Chant the name of the Divine Guru who is the embodiment of the Supreme Truth. The
Sadguru is worshipped as Rama, Krishna, Hari and Sai
Hymn to the Divine Mother who has now incarnated as Sathya Sai granting peace and
bliss to all
506. Vighna Vinashaka Gana Natha
Gajanana Hey Gajavadana
Gananatha Gananatha
Pranava Svarupa Gananatha
Partipurishvara Gananatha
Gajanana Hey Gajavadana
Prayer to Ganesha to remove all obstacles and seeking His blessings in all our endeavo
Prayer to Ganesha, addressed as Vinayaka (the master of all knowledge), asking Him to
bestow knowledge and wisdom on us
Prayer invoking the Lord to listen to the plea of devotees for His compassion and grace.
Chant the Names of Vithala, Hari, Panduranga. Sai - all forms of divinity
511. We are Blessed, We are Blessed, We are Blessed
Sai Baba is watching over us
We are here to sing Your sweet Name
Let the Light of Your Glory shine on us
Bless us all with Your Presence Gurudev
We are Blessed, We are Blessed, We are Blessed
No more Tears, No more Sorrow, No more Death
Banish the Darkness with Your Love (O Sai)
We are born in the Golden Age of Sai
We are Blessed, We are Blessed, We are Blessed
And we'll know we're God's Children by our Love, by our Love
Yes we'll know we're God's Children by our Love.
(Chorus)
We will work with each other, we will work side by side
And we'll pray to God in our hearts Who is our Loving Guide.
516. When dark clouds fill your skies, hiding sunshine from your eyes,
Say His Name, see His Form, hold on
Hold on, hold on, say His Name, see His Form, hold on.
When things are getting rough and you feel enough's enough
Say His Name, see His Form, hold on
Hold on, hold on, say His Name, see His Form, hold on.
When life seems so unfair and no one seems to care
Say His Name, see His Form, hold on
Hold on, hold on, say His Name, see His Form, hold on.
Keep a smile and say "I can", Love and serve your fellow man
Say His Name, see His Form, hold on
Hold on, hold on, say His Name, see His Form, hold on.
The Light you see in the dark of night, is that of God in man
Find the Light that is in your heart, and reach the promised land
So says Baba, Sathya Sai Baba, Sathya Sai Baba my Lord
Why fear when I am here
Worship in adoration Lord Krishna who enchants His devotees with His divinity
522. Yadunandana Yashoda Bala
Madhava Keshava
Yadunandana Yashoda Bala
Mathura Natha Mama Sai Natha
Mandara Giridhara Madhusudana Hey
Celebrating the glory of Krishna, the scion of the Yadu clan. Sai is the very embodiment of
that divine Krishna and all His sacred attributes
Adoration of Krishna and Sai who dwell in hearts full of love and sweetness
Extolling the glory of the Avatar of the Age, Sathya Sai who is verily the incarnation of
Rama and the embodiment of Love and Peace
530. Yuga Yuga Ke Avatara, Sai Rama, Sai Krishna, Sai Baba
Baba Sai Baba, Baba Sai Baba
Yuga Yuga Ke Avatara, Sai Rama, Sai Krishna, Sai Baba
Allah Ishu Nanaka Sai
Buddha Zorastra Mahavira Sai
Ram Raheem Jai Ram Raheem Jai Ram Raheem Jai Ram (2)
Sai Baba, who is the Avatar of our Age and who is also Rama, Krishna. Allah, Jesus, Guru
Nanak, Buddha and all forms of the Divine
* * *
“ I have come to light the lamp of love in your hearts, to see that it shines day by day with
added luster.......I have not come on any mission of publicity for any sect or creed or
cause; nor have I come to collect followers for any doctrine. I have come to tell you of
this universal principle, this path of love, this dharma of prema (divine love), this duty of
love, this obligation of love “
- Baba
CLOSING PRAYERS
AARATI SONG
Mata Pita Guru Daivamu Mari Antayu Neeve, Swami Mari Antayu Neeve
Naadabrahma Jagannatha, Naadabrahma Jagannatha, Naagendra Shayana
Om Jaya Jagadisha Harey
Let us sing the glory of the Lord of the entire Cosmos - Sathya Sai, the Resident of holy
Puttaparthi, who protects all who seek shelter in Him
Sathya Sai, You are the very embodiment of Peace, Bliss and Beauty. You are the very
essence of our lives. Like the tree that nourishes the vine that clings to it, Your Grace
protects all those who surrender and seek refuge in You - Victory to You, Lord Sathya Sai!
Sathya Sai , You are mother, father, teacher, God and everything to us. You are the very
embodiment of all names and forms - Victory to You, Lord Sathya Sai!
Sathya Sai, the embodiment of AUM and Divine Effulgence, You are the Lord of the entire
universe. May You accept our salutations and prayers, and grant us your blessings -
Victory to You, Lord Sathya Sai
P3. Gayatri Mantra (Universal prayer invoking Divine Grace and Intelligence)
We meditate on The Glory of Divine Light, Gayatri, Whose Effulgence illuminates the
entire creation, embodied in the three states - Earth, Ether and Heaven. That Supreme
Light, may It remove our ignorance and enlighten our intellect.
Let all beings in all the worlds be happy always. Peace! Peace! Peace!
(Peace of the body, the mind and the soul - our thoughts, words and deeds
have to be in harmony and peace)
INDEX OF DEVOTIONAL SONGS
Based on Sathya Sai Baba’s explanation of worship names and descriptions in the songs
Sai Ram - Name addressed to Sai Baba and often used by devotees to greet each other. Baba explains that
“ Rama “ means he who delights and that ‘Sai Ram’ means Sai is one who delights the hearts of devotees.
Sai Ram is used in the context of Baba’s teaching that we should see Him in all hearts.
Sai Baba - The name Sai Baba as explained by Baba stands for Divine Mother and Father (Sa - Divine;
Ayee- Mother and Baba - Father)
Bhagavan - Baba says the term refers to the glory of God expressed as Wisdom, Strength, Potency,
Lordship, Valor and Splendor. ‘Bha’ refers to the Divine and ‘Ga’ refers to Effulgence. One who possesses
divine splendor is Bhagavan.
Avatar - Avatar means the descent of the Supreme Principle of God into a human form in order to re-
establish righteousness again and again. Baba says that the various avatars symbolize the gradual evolution
of consciousness from the fish to the animal and then upwards to self-conscious man. To his devotees, Sai
Baba represents the manifestation of God Himself, come to re-establish righteousness on earth.
Shirdi Sai, Sathya Sai, Prema Sai - The holy trinity of divine incarnations spanning three centuries. Shirdi
Sai Baba (1835-1918) lived in the western Indian town of Shirdi; Sathya Sai Baba (1926-) lives at Prashanti
Nilayam Ashram in south India and Prema Sai, the yet unmanifested incarnation of Sai. Baba says: “ The
bodies are different. The first advent was for revealing Divinity. The second advent is to awaken the Divinity
in human beings. The next advent is for propagating Divinity. These vestures are assumed only for the sake
of devotees. Unless the Divine comes in a form, no one can develop faith in the Formless. The Divine in
human form is preparation for comprehending the formless Absolute God. “
“ Baba compares various deities (addressed in the songbook) as different functional departments of One
God. Deities are different aspects of God who is only one, pertaining to the different functions. As the
human body and the universe are similar, there is only one aspect of God for one particular function of all
bodies “
Ganesha - In the Hindu tradition, all activities begin with the worship and invocation of Ganesha. Ganesha is
the deity that removes all obstacles and promotes auspiciousness. Ganesha is addressed in the songs as
Lambodara, Ganaraya, Ganapati, Gajaanana, etc. Baba says that the concept of “Ganesha” has a deep
inner meaning. Ganesha is portrayed with an elephant head, indicating that the grace of the Lord can cut
through any difficulty, just as an elephant can cut through the thickest jungle. The syllables Ga and Na that
make up the name Ganesha stand for: ‘Ga’ for Buddhi or Intellect and “Na’ for Vijnana or Wisdom. So
Ganesha is the Lord of Wisdom and Intellect. Ganesha is also the master of all Gunas or Virtues. Ganesha
is sometimes worshipped as riding on a mouse. Baba says that the mouse represents the darkness of
ignorance. Ganesha signfies the effulgence of Wisdom that dispels the darkness of ignorance.
Baba says that deities worshipped in all religious traditions lay down regulations for observance by the world
in respect of their specific functions. These regulations are like the traffic signs and guideposts that indicate
to people using the roads how they should behave. For instance:
Brahma/Vishnu/Maheshvara - The Hindu trinity - Baba explains the inner significance of this importnat
concept: “ Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesvara are not entities with forms. The trinity represents the deified
expressions of three qualities (gunas). Creation, Sustenance and Dissolution are the three attributes based
on the three qualities - Satva, Rajas, Tamas (Purity, Passion and Inertia). These very attributes refer to the
Trident, the Trinity and the three worlds..... We should harmonize these three qualities and offer it to Shiva.
What do you mean by Shiva? It is a state of auspiciousness. Once you unify the trinity, auspiciousness
manifests in man. He is same as Allah, God, Jehovah, etc..”
Shiva - Baba says the term ‘Shiva’ means goodness or auspiciousness, unlike the general description of him
as an angry, destructive deity. Baba says that Shiva is the God of Love who drinks the poison of man’s
desires and passions when the devotee surrenders to Him with love. The crescent moon frequently referred
to Shiva when worshipping Him means that Shiva cools down the heat of all these desires that He has
accepted from us. The river Ganges portrayed as flowing down His matter hair refers to the nourishing and
sustaining Love that pours down from Shiva to all who worship Him. The animal skin that Shiva wears
around Himself is indicative of Shiva’s control over our lower passions and desires
Rama - In the songbook, Rama is often addressed as Ramachandra, Raghu, Sita Rama, Raghava - all
referring to the divine incarnation of the Lord that took birth in the Raghu dynasty in Northern India ages ago.
Baba says that the inner meaning of Rama is that ‘He who delights’. Nothing delights more than one’s innate
Self, so Rama is also called Atma Rama. Rama is the name for bliss inherent in every heart; recite the
name, let the bliss respond and upsurge. Rama is also worshipped as the Ideal Human Being - the
embodiment of total righteousness. Baba says that when we sing about Rama, we sing about this principle -
the principle of righteousness and bliss that incarnated as Lord Rama.
Krishna - Krishna is worshipped in the songbook through various names - Krishna, Gopala, Govinda,
Madhusudana, Hari, Keshava, Madhava, Mohana, Nandalala. Baba says that the real meaning of Krishna is
‘ he who attracts.’ The Krishna principle refers to the power of God to attract the heart of man through pure
and unblemished Love. These other names describe the different aspects of Krishna, both from a historical
perspective as well as spiritual. Baba has clarified that the name Gopala does not mean a cowherd, but
rather the one that protects and fosters all creatures (the Sanskrit word ‘Go” meaning cow or creature).
Mohan refers to the principle of Love that is untouched by desire, that enchants all with its purity and bliss.
“ Rama, Krishna, and Sai Baba appear different because of the dress each has donned, but it is the self-
same entity, believe Me. Do not be misled into error and loss “ (Baba, SS Speaks, Vol 2, pp 101)
Jesus - Jesus Christ is addressed as Jesus, Yesu, Ishu, Isa in the songbook. Baba says that the name
‘Jesus’ is derived from the word Isa. Isa is Sai when the sound is reversed. Both words mean God, Ishvara,
the Repository of Glory, Majesty, Love and Sath-Chit-Ananda (Existence, Intelligence and Bliss) itself.
Allah - The principle of Allah refers to the all-powerful, all wise and all merciful God. It also refers to the
principle of divine Love that is beyond all forms and attributes. The same principle is also worshipped as
Raheem, Kareem, Maula, etc.
Buddha - Baba says that Buddha was christened as ‘Siddhartha’ (one who achieves success) and he later
came to be known as Buddha because he developed Buddhi (Intellect) and Discrimination. Purity in thought,
word and deed is the essence of Buddha’s teachings. Baba says that Buddha preached five principles -
Right Vision; Right Feeling; Right Listening; Right Speech and Right Action
Guru Nanak - Founder of the Sikh religious path. Nanak advocates a spiritual path based on the synthesis
of Hinduism and Islam, emphasizing devotion and love of God. Baba says that Guru Nanak was the first one
to initiate community singing programs (bhajans or keerthans)
Zoroaster - Founder of Zoroastrianism who believed that man should ever have the Fire of Wisdom blazing
in his consciousness so that evil thoughts and tendencies might be reduced to ashes. It has to infuse all
thoughts, words and deeds with the illumination of virtue and vigor.
AUM - Also known as OM. Baba refers to Aum as the symbol of the unchanging, eternal, universal supreme
God. When the elements originated and Creation started, the sound Om was produced. That sound is the
primeval one. Om/Aum is a composite of three sounds - A (aa); U (oo) and M (mm) .....Om is the origin of
creation and it provides the basis, the core of all religious teachings.
Atma - The eternal, all pervading Universal Spirit that is the essence of everything. Variously addressed as
God, Absolute, Soul, Sat-Chit-Ananda, Divinity. The Atma in the individual is the same Atma in all - ageless,
attributeless, timeless and beyond description.
Guru - In the songbook, Sai Baba is addressed as the Sadguru or the Divine Teacher. Baba explains the
word ‘ Guru’ this way: The letter “Gur” signifies one who transcends all attributes and the letter “Ru” signifies
one who has no form. Only God can be regarded as one who is beyond attributes. So God is the real Guru.
In another sense, the term ‘Guru’ means one who dispels ignorance.
Lingam - Baba says that just as AUM is the ‘sound symbol ‘ of God, the Lingam is the ‘ form symbol ‘ of God
- the most meaningful, the least endowed with appendages of attributes. Lingam means, that in which this
world of change attains mergence or dissolution. All forms merge in the Formless at last... So the Lingam is
the simplest sign of emergence and mergence. In the songbook, Baba is worshipped as the concretized
symbol of this principle - Lingeshvara, Atma-lingam, etc.
Lotus Feet/Paadnamaskar - Baba explains the significance of worshipping the Lord’s Feet by saying that
there is the devotee’s yearning to touch the Lord and the easiest way is to touch the feet of the Lord. God is
positive and man is negative. If contact is made, the divine current flows from positive to negative. The
touch of the Lord frees one from the consequences of one’s actions. When one comes in contact with Baba’s
feet, the sacred impulses from Him flow to the devotee. This implies that we should keep contact with only
pure objects and keep away from impure ones. This contact with divine energy reduces all bad thoughts and
bad actions to ashes. This is the sanctity attached to the performance of ‘padnamaskar’ or prostrating to the
Lord’s Feet
Gayatri Mantra - The Gayatri Mantra (chant) is the most powerful chant according to Baba, bestowing
peace, prosperity and protection on all who understand it and chant it with sincerity. Briefly, the Gayatri is an
adoration, a meditation, a description and a prayer - all rolled into one single chant. Baba says that the
mantra (chant) is a prayer to God to confer upon us all powers and talents by awakening the latent Divinity in
us and to ‘divinise’ our thoughts, words and deeds.
Aarati Song - Prayer addressed at the end of a program to bring it to a close by offering our salutations to
the Lord. We offer all our impure thoughts and impulses to the Lord and come out with pure thoughts.
Maa / Mata - Refers to the Divine Mother addressed as Durga, Kali, Ma, Sai Maa, Janani, Devi, Bhavani,
Lakshmi, Sarasvati, etc. God is worshipped as the embodiment of the Universal Mother who sustains,
nourishes and protects the world. Various attributes of God are thus subscribed to the Divine Mother. Baba
says that Durga, Lakshmi and Sarasvati (commonly used names for the Divine Mother) represent three kinds
of potencies in man - Durga is present in man in the form of dynamism (power of action); Lakshmi is
manifest as Will power and Sarasvati is manifest as the power of speech and discrimination. Further Baba
explains that “ Humans are prone to exhibit rajasic qualities like anger and hatred. These are the menacing
manifestations of Durga. The extolling of the Divine in song and poetry and the pleasing vibrations produced
by them indicate the power of Sarasvati. The pure qualities that arise in man like compassion, forbearance
and sympathy are derived from Lakshmi. When people worship Durga, Lakshmi, Sarasvati and other forms
externally in pictures and icons, they are giving physical forms to subtle potencies that are within them. “
Prashanti Nilayam - “ The Abode of Supreme Peace “ is Baba’s main residence or Ashram in India where
devotees gather to have his ‘Darshan.’ It is located in the village of Puttaparti (referred as Parti or Puttaparti
in the songbook) in south India. Baba is addressed as Partipurishvara - the Lord of Puttaparti
Darshan - The vision of a divine being - referring to both outer and inner vision of the Divine. The sight of
a holy being results in the blessings of divine energy and Baba’s darshan is treasured as His blessing that
vitalizes and transforms us. Baba warns us to never understimate the power of Darshan because it is a
Gift from Him to us and transmits strong spiritual energy to us.
Jyoti - The light of Wisdom as explained by Sai Baba. He says: “ Only by the Light of the Divine lamp
inside that you can blossom as a worthwhile person. Inner purity is the greatest wealth that one can
acquire. The inner purity is the wick in the container of the heart. Devotion is the oil and Divine Grace is
the fire with which the lamp of wisdom can be lit. “
Sat-Chit-Ananda or Satchidananda - Baba calls this the ‘reality’ behind the ‘unreal.’ In the songbook,
the Lord is addressed as the embodiment of Sat-Chit-Ananda. Baba explains it as: “ Everything in the
universe is Sat (existence), Chit - (Intelligence) and Ananda (Bliss). These three are attributes of Divinity,
which is our dormant, but dominant force.”
Gopikas/Gopis - According to Baba, the Gopis, who were devotee-contemporaries of Lord Krishna, were
really the sages and saints who had come back again to seek the company of the Lord. ‘Gopi’ means a
person who has subdued the senses and the Gopis were the highest class of devotees who had no
consciousness of anything other than the Lord and were firmly attached to the principle of Krishna resident
in their body.
Gopala - Krishna is frequently addressed as Gopala - the master of the senses and also the Lord who
fosters all of creation
Radha - Radha was Lord Krishna’s foremost devotee, a perfect embodiment of total and pure devotion.
Baba explains that Radha represents nature, which is another form of the Lord Himself. Her devotion to
Krishna was as pure and steadfast as an ever-flowing stream.
Seva - Community service programs conducted in a spirit of selflessness, love and unity. Baba says that
service is the quickest way to eliminate the ego and win the Grace of God
Namo / Namaskar - a salutation to the Lord and to the divinity present in each heart
Vibhuti - According to Baba: “ Vibhuti is symbolic of the cosmic, immortal and infinite nature of all forms of
God, Atma or the spirit - that is, what is left when everything worldly, transient and changeable has been
burnt away....Vibhuti or Ash represents the burning of desires that agitate the mind and cause confusion. “
Prema - Love is one without a second. When this love is directed towards the world, it is called
attachment, and when directed towards God, it is called Prema (devotional love).
Baba on Himself:
Sathya is what I teach
Dharma is the way I live
Shanti is the mark of My personality
Prema is my very Nature
Sources:
1. Discourses of Sathya Sai Baba as published in the magazine Sanatana Sarathi
2. Sathya Sai Speaks - published discourses of Sathya Sai Baba
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