Om Jai Shiv Omkara Aarti: Complete Lyrics, Spiritual Meaning & Significance

Om Jai Shiv Omkara Aarti: Complete Lyrics, Spiritual Meaning & Significance (image: canva)

Shree Shiva Ji Ki Aarti, commonly known as Om Jai Shiv Omkara, is one of the most popular and widely recited Shiv Aartis in Hinduism. Devotees chant this sacred prayer while performing Shiv Puja during festivals, Mondays of Sawan, Shivratri, and other auspicious occasions. Singing this aarti with devotion while offering light (diya) to Lord Shiva is believed to remove negativity, bless devotees with peace, and fulfill desires.

Om Jai Shiv Omkara Aarti Lyrics

Jai Shiv Omkara, Om Jai Shiv Omkara,
Brahma Vishnu Sadashiv Arddhagni Dhara.
Om Jai Shiv Omkara

Ekanan Chaturanan Panchanan Rajai,
Hansanan Garudasan Vrishvahan Sajai.
Om Jai Shiv Omkara

Do Bhuj Char Chaturbhuj Das Bhuj Ati Sohe,
Trigun Roop Nirakhta Tribhuvan Jan Mohe.
Om Jai Shiv Omkara

Akshaymala Vanmala Mundmala Dhari,
Chadan Mrigmad Sohai Bhale Shashi Dhari.
Om Jai Shiv Omkara

Shvetambar Pitambar Baghambar Ange,
Sankadik Garunadik Bhootadik Sange.
Om Jai Shiv Omkara

Kar ke Mashya Kamandalu Chakra Trishooldhari,
Sukhkari Dukhhari Jag Palankari.
Om Jai Shiv Omkara

Brahma Vishnu Sadashiv Jaanat Aviveka,
Pranvaakshar me Shobhit Yah Tinon Eka.
Om Jai Shiv Omkara

Trigun Swami ji Ki Aarti Jo Koi Nar Gave,
Kahat Shivanand Swami Manvanchhit Phal Pave.
Om Jai Shiv Omkara

Significance 

This aarti glorifies Lord Shiva as the Supreme Divine, the destroyer of evil, and the protector of the universe. It describes His forms as Brahma, Vishnu, and Mahesh, symbolizing creation, preservation, and destruction. By chanting this prayer, devotees seek Shiva’s blessings for happiness, prosperity, and liberation (moksha).

Throughout the verses, Lord Shiva is praised in his multiple forms with one face, four faces, and five faces, holding a trident (trishul), damru, and other divine symbols. The lyrics also highlight His adornments, such as the mala of skulls, tiger skin (vyaghra-ambar), crescent moon, and flowing Ganga on His matted hair.

Why Devotees Sing Om Jai Shiv Omkara

• To seek spiritual purification and blessings from Lord Shiva.
• To overcome obstacles, negativity, and sorrow in life.
• To honor Shiva as the Supreme Being who embodies creation, protection, and destruction.
• To strengthen devotion during Sawan, Maha Shivratri, and daily pujas.

• Brings peace, harmony, and fulfillment of desires.
• Removes sins and negativity, purifying mind and soul.
• Strengthens the spiritual bond with Lord Shiva.
• Ensures divine protection and prosperity for the family.

1. Light a ghee diya (lamp) before Lord Shiva.
2. Offer water, bel leaves, and flowers to the Shivling.
3. Chant “Om Namah Shivaya” before starting the aarti.
4. Sing Om Jai Shiv Omkara with devotion, circling the diya clockwise.
5. Conclude by bowing and seeking blessings.