8 Popular Raskhan ke Dohe
- myNachiketa
- Jun 30
- 4 min read
Raskhan, also known as Sayyid Ibrahim, was a great poet and a devoted follower of Shri Krishna. He lived during the 16th century and was born in a Muslim family, but became a great devotee of Bhagwan Krishna. His poems and Doha’s were written in Braj Bhasha, the language spoken in Vrindavan, where Shri Krishna grew up.
Raskhan's poems are filled with love for Krishna. He believed that Krishna’s love is so special that it is for everyone, no matter who they are.
myNachiketa presents 8 popular Raskhan ke Dohe for children to read, learn, and understand the immense love and devotion of Shri Krishna through simple and inspiring words.
1. Doha
प्रेम हरी को रूप है, त्यौं हरि प्रेम स्वरूप।
एक होइ द्वै यो लसै, ज्यौं सूरज अरु धूप॥
Prem Hari ko roop hai, tyon Hari prem swaroop.
Ek hoi dvai yo lasai, jyon sooraj aru dhoop.
Meaning
Love is what God is made of, and God is the true form of love. Just like the sun and its rays are part of each other, love and God are always connected. When love and God come together, they cannot be seen as different—they become one.
Dear children, love and God are connected just like a flower and its fragrance; love brings us closer to God.
2. Doha
देख्यो रुप अपार मोहन सुन्दर स्याम को।
वह ब्रज राजकुमार हिय जिय नैननि में बस्यो॥
Dekhyo roop apaar Mohan sundar Shyam ko,
Vah Braj Rajkumar hiy jiy nainani mein basyo.
Meaning
Ras Khan says that he has seen the infinite and charming form of Mohan (another name for Shri Krishna) as the beautiful prince of Braj (Vrindavan). Krishna’s divine presence has attracted his heart, soul, and eyes entirely, leaving no room for anything else.
Dear children, Shri Krishna's charm lies in his love, wisdom, and joy, inspiring us to spread happiness like he did.
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3. Doha
मन लीनो प्यारे चितै पै छटांक नहि देत।
यहै कहा पाटी पढी दल को पीछो लेत॥
Man leeno pyaare chitai pai chhatank nahi det,
Yahai kaha paati padhi dal ko peecho let.
Meaning
Raskhan says that his beloved Shri Krishna has attracted his heart, but in return, he has received nothing. He has learned this lesson: first, one must give everything to Krishna; only then will one receive something in return.
Dear children, true love and devotion are not about getting something in return but about giving wholeheartedly, with patience and trust, knowing good things will follow.
4. Doha
ए सजनी लोनो लला लह्यो नंद के गेह।
चितयो मृदु मुसिकाइ के हरी सबै सुधि गेह॥
Ae sajani, lono lala lahyyo Nand ke geh,
Chitayo mridu musikai ke Hari sabai sudhi geh.
Meaning
Raskhan says, "Dear friend, seeing the charming Krishna (Shyam Lala) is a special blessing. When we visit Nanda’s house, Krishna looks at us with a sweet smile, and all our worries disappear. It feels like all our problems are solved just by his loving glance.”
Dear children, just as Shri Krishna’s smile takes away all troubles, having faith in God gives us strength and peace.
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5. Doha
काहे को सोच करे रसखानी, कहा करीहै रविनंद विचारो।ता खां जा खां राखिए, माखन चाखन हारो सो राखन हारो॥
Kahe ko soch kare Raskhani, kaha karihai Ravanand vicharo.
Ta khan ja khan rakhiye, maakhan chaakhan haaro so raakhan haaro
Meaning
Raskhan says, 'We should not worry about what Krishna can do; we should have complete trust in him, as he is the true protector of all.' The same Shri Krishna who loves butter, loves you and will always take care of you.
Dear children, trust that God will always protect and care for you. Worrying doesn’t solve problems. Believe that everything will work out with God’s help.
6. Doha
प्रेम प्रेम सब कोउ कहै, कठिन प्रेम की फाँस।
प्रान तरफि निकरै नहीं, केवल चलत उसाँस॥
Prem prem sab kou kahai, kathin prem ki faans.
Pran tarafi nikarai nahi, keval chalat usaas.
Meaning
Everyone talks about “love, love”—it sounds easy and sweet. But true, deep love is tough: once you’re in it, you can’t just walk away. Your body keeps living, your heart keeps beating, but it’s as if that love has quietly captured your life.
Dear children, it’s easy to say “I love you,” but real love means you care for someone even when it’s hard. When you truly love someone (a friend, a pet, or a family member), you stick by them, you help them, share with them, and forgive them if they make mistakes.
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7. Doha
कहा करै रसखानि को, कोऊ चुगुल लवार।
जो पै राखनहार है, माखन चाखनहार॥
Kaha karai Raskhani ko, kooo chugul lavaar.
Jo pai raakhan haar hai, maakhan chaakhanhaar
Meaning
Raskhan says that gossip and criticism hold no power over someone devoted to God. When the protector is the divine One who is the very essence of life’s sweetness, no worldly criticism can touch or disturb the devotee.
Dear children, trust in the goodness of life and remain sincere; you need not worry about what others say. Focus on doing the right things and not bother about what other people think about you.
8. Doha
सास्रन पढि पंडित भए, कै मौलवी क़ुरान।
जुपै प्रेम जान्यौ नही, कहा कियौ रसखान॥
Saasran padhi pandit bhaye, kai maulavi Quran.
Jupai prem janyau nahi, kaha kiyou Raskhan.
Meaning
Raskhan says that many people read holy books and become very learned. But he reminds us that without love for God and true kindness in the heart, all that learning is not complete. It is love and devotion that make our learning truly shine.
Dear children, Raskhan's doha reminds us that true wisdom lies not in knowledge alone but in a heart filled with love and kindness.
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