Bhajan

A Bhajan ( Hindi, m., भजन, bhajan, from Sanskrit भज, bhaj, " worship ") is a religious folk song in Hinduism that a musical category forms regardless of the form in India.

In bhajans believers praise their love for God in simple words that are frequently repeated. Bhajans are part of the dedication that is called bhakti. The musical forms in which the songs of adoration and worship are carried forward, are very different.

The practice of bhajan singing is often maintained by a larger community, with or without a priest as a service. The origins of this in many Indian languages ​​- sung since time immemorial in Sanskrit, often in Hindi or other Indian languages ​​prayers are in the Sama Veda, and in popular piety. Well-known writers whose songs are heard everywhere today, were, among others Tulsidas, Kabir and mystic Mira. Beginning of the 20th century Vishnu Narayan Bhatkhande was started by and other innovators of Indian music, but Bhajans to connect to the ragas of Indian classical music in order to make the popular ragas and bhajans musically demanding.

Bhajans, whether as an individual or as a community activity, is always with religious or spiritual devotion ( Bhakti ) connected, and it is also a popular relaxation and meditation method.

Example of a Bhajan

Bhaja Mana Krishna Rama Govinda - Sat Guru Deva Parama Dayala - Bhava Bhaya Hari Deva Křupala.

" O my mind! Sing praise to the name of Rama, Krishna and Govinda. The highest Guru Deva is very friendly, kind and destroys the fear of birth and death. "

• Music ( India)
• Hindu music