Kirtan Ghosha — Srimanta Sankardev's Assamese Devotional Classic
Last updated: 14 June 2026
Author: Srimanta Sankardev (15th century, Assam)
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Kirtan Ghosha
By Srimanta Sankardev (15th century, Assam)
Hari Hari Bolaho Sakhi Hari Hari Bola.
Bhavasagar Taribari Hari Naam Khela. ||1||
Mathura Nagari Janme Yadupati Rai.
Basudev Devakir Nandan-Kanday. ||2||
Gokule Palan Palile Nandar Ghare.
Yashodar Kole Laila Gopkuler Dake. ||3||
Vrindavane Gocharan Karile Saday.
Gopi Sane Keli Kari Madhur Mayay. ||4||
Kaliya Daman Kari Nadi Karila Shuddha.
Putana Badh Kari Jagat Karila Muddha. ||5||
Banshi Bajaya Man Mohile Sakale.
Gopi Man Churi Kari Ras Karile Khele. ||6||
Mahapapi Kansa Badhi Pitri Mukta Kari.
Dharma Sthapan Karile Jagat Mangal Hari. ||7||
Shankardev-e Barni Kare Harir Mahima.
Krishna Naamar Nai Tula Nai Ko Sima. ||8||Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Kirtan Ghosha?
The Kirtan Ghosha is a sacred Hindu devotional hymn (stotram) dedicated to Krishna. VedKosh provides its complete text in Hindi and English with transliteration for regional readers.
What are the benefits of reciting the Kirtan Ghosha?
Reciting the Kirtan Ghosha with devotion is traditionally believed to invoke the grace of Krishna, calm and focus the mind, and create an auspicious, sattvic atmosphere. It is practised as an act of bhakti (devotion) rather than for any guaranteed material outcome.
When should the Kirtan Ghosha be recited?
The Kirtan Ghosha can be recited during daily morning or evening worship of Krishna, and especially on the deity's sacred days and festivals. A clean, quiet space and a steady, devotional mind are the main requirements.
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