Radhika Carana Renu
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1 versionDecorate your body with the dust from the lotus feet of Śrī Rādhikā. Then, you will achieve the full grace of Śrī Kṛṣṇa, the lifter of Govardhana Hill. One who takes shelter of the lotus feet of Rādhikā, I glorify him as a great person.
All glories to the holy names of Śrī Rādhā, who eternally resides in Vṛndāvana. She is the ocean of Kṛṣṇa’s happiness. I have been cheated by Providence because I have not heard about the glorification of Rādhā.
One who associates with the devotees of Śrī Rādhā and discusses the loving pastimes of Rādhā certainly meets Śyāmasundara. Anyone averse to this never attains perfection and I do not wish to even hear the name of such a person.
O brother, simply by chanting the names of Kṛṣṇa, one can receive the lotus feet of Rādhikā, and by chanting the names of Rādhikā, one can receive the lotus feet of Kṛṣṇa. Thus, I have briefly explained everything by which you will be relieved from the pains of your heart. All other topics are full of miseries and dualities.
About Radhika Carana Renu
'The dust of Radhika's feet'—a title expressing the aspiration, common across Gaudiya padavali literature, to attain the humble position of service at Srimati Radharani's lotus feet, composed by Narottama Dasa Thakura.
Frequently asked
Who wrote Radhika Carana Renu?
Radhika Carana Renu was composed by Narottama Dasa Thakura. It appears in More Songs.
What is the meaning of Radhika Carana Renu?
Decorate your body with the dust from the lotus feet of Śrī Rādhikā. Then, you will achieve the full grace of Śrī Kṛṣṇa, the lifter of Govardhana Hill. One who takes shelter of the lotus feet of Rādhikā, I glorify him as a great person.
Where can I listen to Radhika Carana Renu?
You can listen to 1 recording of Radhika Carana Renu on this page, including versions sung by Vaishnavas.
How many verses does Radhika Carana Renu have?
Radhika Carana Renu has 4 verses.
Can I download Radhika Carana Renu as a PPT or PDF?
Yes. A ready-to-display slide deck for Radhika Carana Renu — 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.