संदर्भ विंग · शब्दकोश-पट्टिका · Glossary Entry
भजन
Bhajan
परिभाषा · The Definition
परिभाषा
एक हिंदू भक्तिमय गीत जो किसी देवता को प्रार्थना, प्रशंसा, और भक्ति व्यक्त करता है।
In EnglishA Hindu devotional song expressing prayer, praise, and devotion to a deity, characterized by simple melody, accessible lyrics, and spiritual intent.
विस्तृत विवरण
In Depthभजन हिंदू संगीत की भक्तिमय गीत परंपरा है।
अंग्रेज़ी में पढ़ें · Read in English
Bhajan is the devotional song tradition of Hindu music. The term comes from Sanskrit 'bhaj,' meaning 'to share' or 'to participate.' A bhajan is a prayer sung collectively or individually, expressing the singer's relationship with the divine. Bhajans are performed in temples, homes, spiritual gatherings, and ashrams (monasteries). They range from simple folk devotional songs to more complex classical compositions set to raags. Unlike khayal (which prioritizes abstract music) or ghazal (which emphasizes poetic sophistication), bhajans prioritize direct spiritual expression and accessibility. Any person, regardless of musical training, can sing a bhajan. This democratic, non-elite character is essential to bhajan's role in Hindu spiritual life. Bhajans invoke Krishna, Shiva, Durga, and other deities, expressing emotions of longing, surrender, praise, and devotion. The form has been central to Indian spirituality for centuries and remains ubiquitous in contemporary Hindu religious practice.
व्युत्पत्ति Etymology
The word 'bhajan' comes from Sanskrit 'bhaj,' meaning 'to share,' 'to participate,' or 'to serve.' The spiritual meaning is that bhajan is a form of participation in and service to the divine.
मुख्य लक्षण
Key Characteristicsअन्य विवरण
More Details- Simple Phonetic
- buh-JAHN
- Hindi Phonetic
- भ-जन
- The primary purpose is spiritual expression and connection with the divine, not entertainment or artistic display.
- Lyrics are direct and understandable, often using simple Hindi or regional languages. Anyone can understand the spiritual message.
- Melodies are simple enough for non-professionals to sing, though classical bhajans can be more complex.
- Bhajans are often sung in groups—families, temples, ashrams—emphasizing community spiritual experience.
- Bhajans are directed toward specific deities (Krishna, Rama, Durga, Hanuman, Shiva, etc.), expressing a personal relationship with the chosen form of divinity.
Definition
एक हिंदू भक्तिमय गीत जो किसी देवता को प्रार्थना, प्रशंसा, और भक्ति व्यक्त करता है।
Extended Description
भजन हिंदू संगीत की भक्तिमय गीत परंपरा है।
Bhajan is the devotional song tradition of Hindu music. The term comes from Sanskrit 'bhaj,' meaning 'to share' or 'to participate.' A bhajan is a prayer sung collectively or individually, expressing the singer's relationship with the divine. Bhajans are performed in temples, homes, spiritual gatherings, and ashrams (monasteries). They range from simple folk devotional songs to more complex classical compositions set to raags. Unlike khayal (which prioritizes abstract music) or ghazal (which emphasizes poetic sophistication), bhajans prioritize direct spiritual expression and accessibility. Any person, regardless of musical training, can sing a bhajan. This democratic, non-elite character is essential to bhajan's role in Hindu spiritual life. Bhajans invoke Krishna, Shiva, Durga, and other deities, expressing emotions of longing, surrender, praise, and devotion. The form has been central to Indian spirituality for centuries and remains ubiquitous in contemporary Hindu religious practice.
Etymology
The word 'bhajan' comes from Sanskrit 'bhaj,' meaning 'to share,' 'to participate,' or 'to serve.' The spiritual meaning is that bhajan is a form of participation in and service to the divine.
Key Characteristics
जुड़े हुए पन्ने
Connected Platesसंबंधित शब्द · Related Terms
साझा कीजिए · Share this Plate
