Jaya Radha Giri Vara Dhari
21. Jaya Rādhā Girivara Dhāri — By Duḥkhī Dīna Krishnadāsa
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3 versionsAll glories to Rādhā and Girivara-Dhāri! He is Śrī Nanda-Nandan, and She is Vṛṣabhānu-Dulāri.
He wears a peacock feather crown, and the flute placed to His mouth shines. Her braid appears brilliant, and Her mouth displays a gentle smile.
His neck is made splendrous by a forest flower garland, while Her neck is made splendrous by the iridescent gleam of Her pearl necklace.
His yellow garment enchants the minds of all residents of the universe, and Her blue garments glitter effulgently.
Jeweled anklets resound upon Their reddish lotus feet, and the mind of Krishnadās is illuminated by Their splendrous presence.
About Jaya Radha Giri Vara Dhari
Signed with the bhanita (poet's signature) 'Duhkhi Dina Krishnadasa' — 'poor, unhappy Krishnadasa' — a self-effacing pen-name typical of medieval Vaishnava padavali poets. The song glorifies Radha alongside Krishna as Giri-vara-dhari, 'lifter of the great hill,' recalling the Govardhan pastime.
Frequently asked
Who wrote Jaya Radha Giri Vara Dhari?
Jaya Radha Giri Vara Dhari was composed by Krsna Dasa. It appears in More Songs of the Vaisnava Acaryas.
What is the meaning of Jaya Radha Giri Vara Dhari?
All glories to Rādhā and Girivara-Dhāri! He is Śrī Nanda-Nandan, and She is Vṛṣabhānu-Dulāri.
Where can I listen to Jaya Radha Giri Vara Dhari?
You can listen to 3 recordings of Jaya Radha Giri Vara Dhari on this page, including versions sung by HG Jai Sachinandana Prabhu, HG Radheshyam Prabhu, HG Jai Sachinandana Prabhu (01).
How many verses does Jaya Radha Giri Vara Dhari have?
Jaya Radha Giri Vara Dhari has 5 verses.
Can I download Jaya Radha Giri Vara Dhari as a PPT or PDF?
Yes. A ready-to-display slide deck for Jaya Radha Giri Vara Dhari — verse and translation on each slide — is available to download in both PowerPoint (.pptx) and PDF formats from this page, for use in kirtan or temple programs.
Audio courtesy of ISKCON Desire Tree. All glories to the devotee singers.