184. Raghupati Raghav Raja Ram (Traditional Hindi)

A Hindu devotional song (Bhajan), very popular in India, especially as it was Mahatma Gandhi's favorite hymn. It is believed to be based on a mantra by the 17th century Marathi holy poet Ramdas. I first heard this song sung by The Weavers, but learnt this version from a Gujarati family. I have had the pleasure of singing this with a number of Indian friends. I don't think you would find an Indian anywhere who does not know this song. Here is a translation from Wikipedia: Lord Rama, Chief of the house of Raghu, Uplifters of those who have fallen, (O divine couple) Sita and Rama, Beloved, praise Sita and Rama, God or Allah is your name, (meaning that the supreme can be called by many names) Lord, bless everyone with this wisdom. This song is on my third CD, "Gospel Ship." You can see a playlist of my songs from Asia, Africa and the Middle East here: http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=3EA30970DB19283E You can see a playlist of my gospel songs here: http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=5444D35A2AD94845 For lyrics and chords please go to my website: http://www.raymondcrooke.com