Venkateswara / Balaji (वेंकटेश)
Venkateswara Balaji Aarti (जय जय श्री वेंकटेशा)
The aarti of Lord Venkateswara (Balaji) of Tirupati — the wealthiest and most visited temple in the world — a form of Lord Vishnu revered across all of India.
About this Aarti
Venkateswara Balaji Aarti praises Lord Balaji of Tirupati — the world's most visited pilgrimage site — where millions seek blessings and donate their hair as an offering.
When to Recite
Daily at Tirupati; also on Brahmotsavam, Vaikuntha Ekadashi; Saturdays at Balaji temples everywhere
English Transliteration
Jai Jai Shri Venkatesha, Lakshmi Naath Haresha. Tirupati Balaji, Sab Jag Ke Sukhdesh. Jai Jai Shri Venkatesha. Saat Pahado Par Viraje, Tirumala Mein Dhaam. Shrinivas Venkatesha, Karte Sabka Kaam. Jai Jai Shri Venkatesha. Shri Mahalakshmi Sang, Bhudevi Ke Saath. Padmavati Ke Var, Shobhe Tirupati Naath. Jai Jai Shri Venkatesha. Govinda Govinda Bolo, Bhaj Balaji Naam. Saat Janmon Ke Paap, Jaate Pal Bhar Mein Kaam. Jai Jai Shri Venkatesha.
📖 Meaning / Bhavarth
Saat Pahado Par Viraje — Tirumala is situated on seven hills called Saptagiri.
Shrinivas — Another name of Venkateswara meaning "the abode of Shri (Lakshmi)."
Govinda Govinda Bolo — Chanting Govinda is believed to wash away sins of seven lifetimes.
Kesh Daan — Devotees offer their hair as a symbol of surrendering ego.