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9 versionsWhen the great soul Nārada Muni plays his stringed vīṇā, the holy name Rādhikā-ramaṇa descends and immediately appears amidst the kīrtana of the Lord's devotees.
Like a monsoon cloud, the holy name showers pure nectar into their ears. Due to great ecstasy, all the devotees enthusiastically dance to their heart's content.
All the inhabitants of the universe become maddened upon entering these intoxicating showers of divine sweetness. Some people cry, some dance, and others become fully intoxicated within their minds.
Five-faced Lord Śiva embraces Nārada Muni and repeatedly shouts in ecstasy, while Lord Brahmā dances very ecstatically and exclaims, "All of you chant 'Haribol! Haribol!'"
In supreme happiness, thousand-faced Ananta Śeṣa sings and calls out, "Hari! Hari!" By the influence of the transcendental vibration of the holy name, the whole universe becomes mad with ecstasy as everyone relishes the mellows of the holy name.
The holy name of Śrī Krishna has fulfilled all my desires by thus manifesting on everyone's tongue. Bhakativinoda, the humble servant of the Lord, therefore prays at the feet of Śrī Rūpa Goswāmī that the chanting of harināma may always continue in this way.
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About Narada Muni Bajay Vina
A joyful song describing the sage Narada Muni playing his vina and singing 'Radhika-ramana' as he travels the universe, glorifying Krishna's holy name and inspiring others to chant.
Srila Prabhupada on this song
In a class given in Los Angeles on September 22, 1972, Srila Prabhupada spoke on this song:
“Bhaktivinoda Thakura says, 'And the whole universe became ecstatic. Then my desire was satisfied and I therefore pray unto the lotus feet of Rupa Gosvami that let this chanting of hari-nama go on nicely like this'”
Excerpted from Srila Prabhupada's recorded classes, © Bhaktivedanta Book Trust International. Read the complete purport at the Vanisource link above.
Frequently asked
Who wrote Narada Muni Bajay Vina?
Narada Muni Bajay Vina was composed by Bhaktivinoda Thakura. It appears in Songs of Vaishnava Acaryas.
What is the meaning of Narada Muni Bajay Vina?
When the great soul Nārada Muni plays his stringed vīṇā, the holy name Rādhikā-ramaṇa descends and immediately appears amidst the kīrtana of the Lord's devotees.
Where can I listen to Narada Muni Bajay Vina?
You can listen to 9 recordings of Narada Muni Bajay Vina on this page, including versions sung by HG Agnidev Prabhu, HG Jai Sachinandana Prabhu, HG Sivarama Prabhu, HG Vaisesika Prabhu.
How many verses does Narada Muni Bajay Vina have?
Narada Muni Bajay Vina has 6 verses.
Can I download Narada Muni Bajay Vina as a PPT or PDF?
Yes. A ready-to-display slide deck for Narada Muni Bajay Vina — 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, Hare Krishna Mandir, ISKCON Devotees. All glories to the devotee singers.