Music has always been the purest bridge between the soul and the Supreme.
The holy Guru Granth Sahib Ji is beautifully composed in Raags — musical modes like Dhanasari, Maajh, Suhi, and Ramkali Mahal Teeja. This divine structure reveals how deeply God loves music — for every hymn was meant to be sung, not merely read, allowing the divine message to resonate through melody.
In the celestial realms (Dev Lok), the very first kirtan was performed by Maa Saraswati Ji, offered in complete devotion to the Almighty. Her divine melody became the foundation of sacred music — the expression of love and surrender to God.
On Earth, it was Ravana who first began the tradition of kirtan, guided by Lord Shiva Himself. Ravana’s devotion was so profound that Lord Shiva blessed him with the power to spread the art of divine music across the world.
Under Lord Shiva’s command, Ravana travelled from home to home, singing sacred hymns from the Vedas and Shastras, accompanied by his group of singers. He became known as the first creator of kirtan on earth, spreading divine vibrations through his voice and devotion.
However, when the pride of immortality arose within him, the Supreme had to restore balance. Lord Rama humbled Ravana — not out of vengeance, but to reestablish the order of Dharma. At that time, Lord Rama was around 51 years of age, while Ravana had already lived for nearly 40,000 years. Lord Rama Himself remained on earth for about 10,000 years, completing the divine cycle of righteousness and harmony.
Thus, music — born in heaven and carried to earth — remains one of the purest paths to connect the soul with God. Through kirtan, we not only remember the Divine but become one with the sacred vibration that sustains creation itself.
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