Hum Katha Sunate Lyrics English Translation – Ramayan (1987)

Om Shri Mahaganadhi Pataye Namah
Salutations to Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles.

Om Shri Uma Maheshwara Bhyam Namah
Salutations to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.

Valmiki Gurudev Ke Kar Pankaj Sir Naam, Sumire Maat Saraswati Hum Par Ho Hu Sahaar
I bow to Guru Valmiki and remember Mother Saraswati for support.

Maat Pita Ki Vandana Karte Baaram Baar, Gurujan Raja Praja Jan Naman Karo Swikaar
I repeatedly pay respects to parents, teachers, kings, and common people alike.

Hum Katha Sunate Ram Sakal Gun Dhaam Ki, Yeh Ramayan Hai Punya Katha Shri Ram Ki
We narrate the sacred story of Lord Ram, the abode of all virtues. This is the holy tale of Shri Ram.

Jambu Dweepe Bharat Khande Aryavarte Bharatvarshe, Ek Nagri Hai Vikhyat Ayodhya Naam Ki
In the land of Aryavarta, in the country of Bharat, lies the famous city of Ayodhya.

Yahi Janmabhoomi Hai Param Pujya Shri Ram Ki
This is the birthplace of the revered Lord Ram.

Hum Katha Sunaate Ram Sakal Gun Dhaam Ki, Yeh Ramayan Hai Punya Katha Shri Ram Ki
We narrate the sacred story of Lord Ram, the abode of all virtues. This is the holy tale of Shri Ram.

Raghukul Ke Raja Dharmatma, Chakravarti Dashrath Punyatma
King Dashrath, a righteous soul of the Raghukul dynasty, was virtuous and compassionate.

Santati Hetu Yagya Karvaya, Dharm Yagya Ka Shubh Phal Paya
He performed a holy yagna for progeny and received its blessed outcome.

Nrip Ghar Janme Char Kumara, Raghukul Deep Jagat Aadhara
Four sons were born in the royal household, the pillars of the Raghukul dynasty.

Charon Bhraton Ka Shubh Naamah, Bharat Shatrughan Lakshman Rama
The four brothers were named Bharat, Shatrughna, Lakshman, and Ram.

Guru Vashisht Ke Gurukul Jaake, Alp Kal Vidya Sab Paake Puran Hui Shiksha
They went to Guru Vashisht’s school, where they gained knowledge and completed their education.

Hum Katha Sunaate Ram Sakal Gun Dhaam Ki, Yeh Ramayan Hai Punya Katha Shri Ram Ki
We narrate the sacred story of Lord Ram, the abode of all virtues. This is the holy tale of Shri Ram.

Mridu Swar Komal Bhavana Rochak Prastuti Dhang, Ek Ek Kar Varnan Karein Luv Kush Ram Prasang
In a gentle voice with tender emotions, Luv and Kush narrate Lord Ram’s stories in an interesting manner.

Vishwamitra Mahamuni Rai Inke Sang Chale Do Bhai, Kaise Ram Tadka Maari Kaise Nath Ahilya Taari
The great sage Vishwamitra took the two brothers along, narrating how Ram defeated Tadka and liberated Ahilya.

Munivar Vishwamitra Tab Sang Le Lakshman Ram, Siya Swayamvar Dekhne Pahunche Mithila Dham
Sage Vishwamitra took Ram and Lakshman to Mithila to witness Sita’s Swayamvar.

Janakpur Utsav Hai Bhari, Janakpur Utsav Hai Bhari, Apne Var Ka Chayan Karegi Sita Sukumari
Janakpur is filled with celebrations as the delicate Sita is about to choose her groom.

Janak Raj Ka Kathin Pran Suno Suno Sab Koi, Jo Tode Shiv Dhanush Ko So Sita Pati Hoye
Listen, everyone, to King Janak’s strict vow: whoever breaks Shiv’s bow will marry Sita.

Koh Tode Shiv Dhanush Kathor Sabki Drishti Ram Ki Oar, Ram Vinay Gun Ke Avtar Guruvar Ki Aagya Sir Dhar
Who will break the hard bow of Shiv? All eyes turn towards Ram. The embodiment of humility and virtues, Ram respectfully obeys his Guru.

Sehaj Bhav Se Shiv Dhanu Toda Janak Suta Sang Nata Joda
With ease, Ram broke the bow and thus was united with King Janak’s daughter, Sita.

Raghuvar Jaisa Aur Na Koi Sita Ki Shamta Nahi Hoi
There is no one like Ram, and no one possesses the grace of Sita.

Dau Kare Parajit Kanti Koti Rati Kaam Ki
Together, they defeat even the brightness of countless Cupids and beauties.

Hum Katha Sunate Ram Sakal Gun Dhaam Ki, Yeh Ramayan Hai Punya Katha Siya Ram Ki
We narrate the sacred story of Lord Ram, the abode of all virtues. This is the holy tale of Sita and Ram.

Sab Par Shabd Mohini Daali, Mantramugdha Bhaye Sab Nar Naari
They cast enchanting words upon all, mesmerizing every man and woman.

Yon Din Rain Jaat Hain Beete, Lav Kush Ne Sab Ke Mann Jeete
Thus, days and nights passed as Luv and Kush won everyone’s hearts.

Van Gaman Sita Haran Hanumat Milan Lanka Dehan, Ravan Maran Ayodhya Punaragaman
From exile to Sita’s abduction, meeting Hanuman, the burning of Lanka, the slaying of Ravan, and Ram’s return to Ayodhya.

Sab Vistar Sab Katha Sunayi, Raja Ram Bhaye Raghurai
All the stories were recited in detail, and Ram was crowned the supreme ruler of the Raghukul.

Ram Raaj Aayo Sukh Daayi, Sukh Samriddhi Shri Ghar-Ghar Aayi
The era of Ram Rajya, full of happiness, began, bringing prosperity to every household.

Kaal Chakra Ne Ghatna Kram Mein, Aisa Chakra Chalaya
The wheel of time spun events in such a way,

Ram Siya Ke Jeevan Mein Phir, Ghor Andhera Chhaya
that once again darkness loomed over the lives of Ram and Sita.

Avadh Mein Aisa, Aisa Ek Din Aaya, Nishkalank Sita Pe Praja Ne Mithya Dosh Lagaya
In Ayodhya, there came a day when the innocent Sita was falsely accused by the people.

Chaldi Siya Jab Tod Kar Sab Neh Naate Moh Ke, Pashan Hridayon Mein Na Angare Jage Vidroh Ke
When Sita left, breaking all bonds of love, no spark of rebellion was kindled in those stone-hearted people.

Mamta Mayi Maayon Ke Aanchal Bhi Simat Kar Reh Gaye
The compassionate mother’s loving embrace also became limited and withdrawn.

Gurudev Gyan Aur Neeti Ke Sagar Bhi Ghat Kar Reh Gaye
Even the ocean of wisdom and ethics held by the gurus felt diminished.

Na Raghukul Na Raghukul Nayak Koi Na Siya Ka Hua Sahayak
Neither the Raghukul nor its leader, Ram, came to Sita’s aid.

Manavta Ko Kho Baithe Jab Sabhya Nagar Ke Vaasi
When the civilized people of the city lost their humanity,

Tab Sita Ko Hua Sahayak Van Ka Ek Sanyasi
then a hermit from the forest became Sita’s only ally.

Un Rishi Param Udaar Ka Valmiki Shubh Naam, Sita Ko Aashray Diya Le Aaye Nij Dham
That great sage of supreme compassion, Valmiki, gave Sita shelter and brought her to his hermitage.

Raghukul Mein Kuldeep Jalaye, Ram Ke Do Sut Siya Ne Jaaye
In the Raghukul, Sita gave birth to two sons, Ram’s heirs.

Shrota Gan!
Dear listeners!

Jo Ek Raja Ki Putri Hai, Ek Raja Ki Putravadhu Hai Aur Ek Chakravarti Raja Ki Patni Hai
She is the daughter of a king, the daughter-in-law of a king, and the wife of an emperor.

Wahi Maharani Sita Vanvas Ke Dukhon Mein, Apne Din Kaise Kaat’ti Hai
That same Queen Sita endures the hardships of exile, spending her days in sorrow,

Apne Kul Ke Gaurav Aur Swabhiman Ki Raksha Karte Hue
upholding the honor and pride of her lineage.

Kisi Se Sahayta Mange Bina Kaise Apna Kam Woh Swayam Karti Hai
Without asking anyone for help, she manages her work herself.

Swayam Van Se Lakdi Kaat’ti Hai Swayam Apna Dhaan Koot’ti Hai Swayam Apni Chakki Pisti Hai
She cuts wood from the forest herself, grinds her grains, and operates her own grinding stone.

Aur Apni Santan Ko Swavalambi Ban’ne Ki Shiksha Kaise Deti Hai Ab Uske Karun Jhanki Dekhiye
And how she teaches her children to be self-reliant—observe this heart-wrenching glimpse of her life.

Janak Dulari Kulavadhu Dasharath Ji Ki Raj Rani Hoke Din Van Mein Bitati Hain
Janak’s beloved daughter, daughter-in-law of the noble family, Queen of King Dasharath, spends her days in the forest.

Rehti Thi Gheri Jise Daas Daasi Aathon Oar Daasi Bani Apni Udaasi Ko Chhupati Hai
Once surrounded by servants, she now hides her sadness, living like a servant herself.

Dharam Praveena Sati Param Kulina Sab Vidhi Dosh Hina Jeena Dukh Mein Sikhati Hai
Devout and pure, of noble lineage, she teaches how to live a life without blame, even in sorrow.

Jagmata Hari Priya Lakshmi Swarupa Siya Koot’ti Te Hai Dhan Bhoj Swayam Banati Hai
The beloved of Lord Vishnu, goddess-like Sita herself grinds grain and prepares her meals.

Kathin Kulhadi Leke Lakdiyan Kaat’ti Hai Karam Likhe Ko Par Kaat Nahi Paati Hai
Taking a heavy axe, she cuts wood, yet cannot escape the destiny written for her.

Phool Bhi Uthana Bhari Jis Sukumari Ko Tha, Dukh Bhari Jeevan Ka Bojh Woh Uthati Hai
She, who once found even lifting flowers heavy, now bears the weight of a sorrowful life.

Ardhangini Raghuveer Ki Woh Dhar Dheer, Bharti Hai Neer Neer Jal Mein Nehlati Hai
As the wife of Raghuveer (Ram), she stays calm, fills water, and bathes herself in the river.

Vish’ke Praja Ke Apvadon Ke Kuchakra Mein Woh Pisti Hai Chaaki Swabhiman Ko Bachati Hai
Caught in the cruel accusations of society, she grinds herself in this life but preserves her dignity.

Paalti Hai Bacchon Ko Woh Karmayogini Ke Bhanti Swabhimani Swavalambi Safal Banati Hai
She raises her children like a true karma yogi, instilling pride, self-reliance, and strength in them.

Aisi Sita Mata Ki Pariksha Lete Dukh Dete Nithur Niyati Ko Daya Bhi Nahi Aati Hai
Testing such a mother like Sita, destiny shows no mercy, giving her nothing but hardship.

Ho.. Us Dukhiya Ke Raj Dulaare Hum Hi Sut Shri Ram Tihaare
Oh! We are the beloved sons of that unfortunate queen and of Shri Ram, your sons.

Ho.. Sita Maa Ki Aankh Ki Taare Lav Kush Hai Pitu Naam Humare
Oh! We, Luv and Kush, are the beloved of Mother Sita and carry the name of our father.

Hey Pitu Bhagya Humare Jaage Ram Katha Kahi Ram Ke Aage
Oh Father! Our destiny awakens as we narrate the story of Ram before Ram himself.

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