At the banks of the gently flowing Yamuna,
in whose waters numerous swans swim
and lotuses blossom, spreading their fragrance;
the arena of the Rasa dance is splendidly present
A gentle breeze blows from the Malaya mountains
carrying with it the sweet scent of sandalwood
the cooling spring moon casts gentle beams of moonlight
Lighting up the splendid arena of the Rasa dance
The beautiful trees and creepers are in full bloom
hanging low with the weight of their flowers and fruits
the parrots and other birds chirp melodiously in the branches
Filling the arena of the Rasa dance with their joyous calls
Standing in the magnificently beautiful forest of Vraja
Shyamsundar plays a melodious tune on his fortunate flute
thus attracting the hearts of the young cowherd maidens
calling them to the splendid arena of the Rasa dance
Initiating the festival, he starts dancing in their midst
Keeping his dear-most beloved Radhika to his left
The sitars, flutes, mridangas and kartals provide the music
as Rasraja begins enjoying himself in the arena of the Rasa dance