Kartik has finally begun

The lamps have been lighted
Damodarashtakam is being sung
the indescribable special feeling has set in
Kartik has finally begun

Devotees are feeling joyous
transcendental bliss is abounding
smiling faces and happiness in the hearts
Kartik has finally begun

The Gopis song of separation
Sung with great sincerity and devotion
is being recited every evening
Kartik has finally begun