This is a devotional verse or bhajan from the movie Baiju Bawra sung by Mohd Rafi Sahab, expressing the yearning and plea of a devotee for divine guidance and blessings. The verse portrays a devotee in deep yearning and humility, seeking God’s presence, grace, and guidance. It conveys the idea that without divine help, worldly efforts are futile, and true knowledge can only be attained through a guru. The devotee longs for a spiritual connection, asking to be blessed with the ability to praise God and to be under God's protection along with all virtuous beings.
Lyrics
Man tarpat Hari darshan ko aaj More tum bin bigare sagare kaaj Binati karat hoon, rakhiho laaj
Tumre dwar ka main hoon jogi Hamri or nazar kab hogi Suno more vyakul man ka baaj Bin guru gyaan kahan se paau Dijo daan Hari gun gau Sab guni jan pe tumra raaj Meaning
"Man tarpat Hari darshan ko aaj"
Meaning: "My heart is restless today for a glimpse of Hari (God)."
Description: The devotee expresses an intense longing to have the vision or experience of God, symbolizing a deep spiritual craving for connection with the divine.
"More tum bin bigare sagare kaaj"
Meaning: "Without you, all my tasks and efforts are going wrong."
Description: The devotee acknowledges that without God's presence or help, everything in life is going awry. This reflects the feeling that human efforts are futile without divine grace and guidance.
"Binati karat hoon, rakhiho laaj"
Meaning: "I am pleading, please protect my honor."
Description: The devotee humbly begs God to safeguard their dignity and not let them fail in their spiritual or worldly duties. It's an appeal to God for help in times of need.
"Tumre dwar ka main hoon jogi"
Meaning: "I am a hermit (yogi) at your door."
Description: The devotee identifies themselves as a humble seeker at God's doorstep, symbolizing surrender and devotion. The term "yogi" refers to someone who has renounced worldly pleasures in pursuit of spiritual realization.
"Hamri or nazar kab hogi"
Meaning: "When will your gaze fall upon me?"
Description: The devotee is asking when God will finally look upon them with grace and compassion. It conveys the idea of waiting for divine attention and blessings.
"Suno more vyakul man ka baaj"
Meaning: "Listen to the cries of my anxious heart."
Description: The devotee implores God to hear the inner turmoil and anxiety of their heart, reflecting a sense of urgency and deep emotional yearning for divine intervention.
"Bin guru gyaan kahan se paau"
Meaning: "Without a guru (teacher), how will I attain knowledge?"
Description: The devotee acknowledges the importance of a spiritual teacher (guru) in attaining true knowledge and enlightenment. Without the guidance of a guru, spiritual progress is difficult.
"Dijo daan Hari gun gau"
Meaning: "Grant me the gift of singing praises of Hari (God)."
Description: The devotee asks for the ability to constantly praise and sing the glory of God, which is seen as a form of spiritual offering and devotion.
"Sab guni jan pe tumra raaj"
Meaning: "Your reign is over all virtuous people."
Description: The devotee acknowledges that God rules over all the virtuous and pious individuals, emphasizing that those who live by dharma (righteousness) are under God’s grace and protection.