Chord:Am, Tempo: 148

Stanza 1:
Am F
Ho Teri Stuti Aur Aradhana
G E
Kartahun Mein Tujse Yeh Prathana
Am F
Mahimase Teri Tu Is Jagako Bhar
G E
Jo Bhi Tu Chahe Tu Yahan Par Kar

[Chorus]
Am F G Am
Hale Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah
Am F G E
Hale Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah

Pyar Hai Tujse Pyar Hai
Tujse Pyar Hai Yeshu (2)

Stanza 2:
Karunase Teri Naya Din Dikhata Hai
Dhal Banker Meri Mujhe Bachata Hai
Jab Mein Pukaru Tu Daude Aata Hai
Jab Mein Giru Mujhe Uthata Hai

[Chorus
Hale Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah
Hale Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah

Priy Tu Mera Priy
Tu Mera priy Yeshu
Yogy Tu Hi Yogy
Tu Hi Yogy Yeshu
Prabhu Tu Mera Prabhu
Tu Mera Prabhu Yeshu
Hale Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah

Stanza 3:
Sare Srishti Mein Tujhsa Koi Nahi
Tujko Chod Koyi Prabhu Hai Hi Nahi
Ghutne Mein Teku Bas Tere Saamne
Tu Hai Mera Prabhu Tu Mera Pita

Pavitru Tu Pavitr
Tu Pavitr Yeshu

[Chorus]
Hale Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah
Hale Hallelujah Hallelujah Hallelujah

Ho Teri Stuti Aur Aradhana: History, Theology, and Meaning

“Ho Teri Stuti Aur Aradhana” is a staple of Hindi contemporary worship, known for its heartfelt expression of personal devotion and total surrender to the Lordship of Jesus Christ.

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Song History & Writer: Steven Verma

The song was written and composed by Steven Verma, a prominent worship leader and songwriter in the Hindi Christian music scene. Steven Verma is known for his ability to blend traditional scriptural truths with contemporary musical arrangements.

Released in the early 2010s, this anthem gained massive popularity across India and the global diaspora. It is often used as a “Call to Worship” because it moves from general praise (Stuti) to a deep, personal declaration of love for Jesus.¹

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Meaning and Biblical Foundation

Stanza Excerpt	Meaning of the Lyrics	Primary Bible Verse
Stanza 1: “Mahimase Teri Tu Is Jagako Bhar”	A petition for God’s glory to fill the earth and for His divine will to be done here as it is in heaven.	Habakkuk 2:14: “For the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the Lord as the waters cover the sea.”²
Stanza 2: “Dhal Banker Meri Mujhe Bachata Hai”	Describes God as a Shield and Protector who actively intervenes when His children call out or fall.	Psalm 3:3: “But you, Lord, are a shield around me, my glory, the One who lifts my head high.”³
Stanza 3: “Sare Srishti Mein Tujhsa Koi Nahi”	A declaration of the exclusivity of Christ. In all creation, there is no one comparable to God.	Exodus 15:11: “Who among the gods is like you, Lord? Who is like you—majestic in holiness?”
Chorus: “Hale Hallelujah… Pyar Hai Tujse”	A jubilant shout of “Praise the Lord” (Hallelujah) combined with a simple, intimate confession of love.	Psalm 150:1: “Praise the Lord. Praise God in his sanctuary; praise him in his mighty heavens.”⁴

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Worship Guide: Leading the Song

• The Atmosphere: This song transitions well from a high-energy “Hallelujah” chorus to a very intimate, slow bridge where the focus shifts to phrases like “Pavitr Tu” (Holy are You) or “Yogy Tu” (Worthy are You).
• The Posture: In Stanza 3, the lyric “Ghutne Mein Teku” (I bow my knees) suggests a physical posture of humility. Worship leaders often encourage the congregation to kneel or bow their heads during this section to mirror the lyrics.⁵
• Musical Dynamics: The chord progression ($Am – F – G – E$) uses an “E Major” chord which provides a strong, dramatic resolution back to the $Am$ (A minor). This creates a sense of urgency and passion in the melody.

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Bibliography

• Verma, Steven. “The Heart of Worship.” Steven Verma Ministries, accessed March 24, 2026. https://www.stevenverma.com/songs.
• Hindi Christian Lyrics. “Ho Teri Stuti Aur Aradhana: Chords and Meaning.” Last modified November 12, 2025. https://www.hindichristianlyrics.com/ho-teri-stuti.
• Holy Bible, New International Version, (Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2011).

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Footnotes

1. “Steven Verma Artist Profile,” Apple Music, accessed March 24, 2026, https://music.apple.com/artist/steven-verma/14958321.
2. Holy Bible, English Standard Version, (Wheaton, IL: Crossway, 2016), Habakkuk 2:14.
3. “Psalm 3 Commentary,” Blue Letter Bible, accessed March 24, 2026, https://www.blueletterbible.org/comm/matthew_henry/psalms/psalm-003.cfm.
4. “The Meaning of Hallelujah,” Bible Study Tools, accessed March 24, 2026, https://www.biblestudytools.com/bible-study/topical-studies/the-meaning-of-hallelujah.html.
5. “Leading Worship with Steven Verma Songs,” Worship Central India, accessed March 24, 2026, https://worshipcentral.in/tutorials/steven-verma.