Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bhajan

Noun
/ˈbʌdʒən/
Definition
A devotional song sung in praise of God or a deity.
Examples
  • During the evening a group of devotees gathered to sing bhajans together.
  • The bhajans filled the temple with a serene and spiritual atmosphere.
  • She learned to play the harmonium to accompany the bhajan singers.
Meaning
Bhajan is a form of worship through music and singing that expresses devotion and love towards the divine.
Synonyms
  • devotional song
  • hymn
  • spiritual song