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Lyrics & meaning

Annaiyin Uruve Aanmeega

From Samayapurathale Satchi · 1985

Lyricist
Vaali
Singer
K. Veeramani
Music director
K. V. Mahadevan
Details
Samayapurathale Satchi1985

Lyrics & meaning

Tanglish lyrics English translation
Male
Annaiyin uruvae aanmeega guruvaeO embodiment of the Divine Mother, O spiritual Guru!
Maruvooril ezhundharulum meigyaana tharuvaeO tree of divine wisdom enshrined in Melmaruvathur!
Chorus
Annaiyin uruvae aanmeega guruvaeO embodiment of the Divine Mother, O spiritual Guru!
Maruvooril ezhundharulum meigyaana tharuvaeO tree of divine wisdom enshrined in Melmaruvathur!
Male
Sevvaadai thinam sooodumDressed daily in red robes,
Theiveegamae neeYou are divinity itself!
Mangaadhu oli veesum bangaaru gyaaniO golden wise one whose light never fades!
Male
Sevvaadai thinam sooodumDressed daily in red robes,
Theiveegamae neeYou are divinity itself!
Mangaadhu oli veesum bangaaru gyaaniO golden wise one whose light never fades!
Male
Keezhoorai ennaalum mel yaettrum yaeni..ee…You are the ladder that elevates the lowly souls upward...
Male
Keezhoorai ennaalum mel yaettrum yaeniYou are the ladder that elevates the lowly souls upward,
Karumathin karai thaandi karai serkkum thoniThe boat that carries us across the shores of Karma to salvation.
Annaiyin uruvae aanmeega guruvaeO embodiment of the Divine Mother, O spiritual Guru!
Maruvooril ezhundharulum meigyaana tharuvaeO tree of divine wisdom enshrined in Melmaruvathur!
Chorus
Annaiyin uruvae aanmeega guruvaeO embodiment of the Divine Mother, O spiritual Guru!
Maruvooril ezhundharulum meigyaana tharuvaeO tree of divine wisdom enshrined in Melmaruvathur!
Male
Aadhara porulaana maadhavin pillaiThe child of the Mother who is the supreme foundation,
Avan vaazhum idam thaanae maruvoorin ellaiThe place where he lives is the sacred abode of Maruvoor.
Aadhara porulaana maadhavin pillaiThe child of the Mother who is the supreme foundation,
Avan vaazhum idam thaanae maruvoorin ellaiThe place where he lives is the sacred abode of Maruvoor.
Paadhaara vindhangal panivomae naalumWe shall bow to your lotus feet every day,
Paadhaara vindhangal panivomae naalumWe shall bow to your lotus feet every day,
Pala kaalam nilaiyaana peruvaazhvu koodumAnd attain a long and enduring prosperous life.

Beyond the translation

Song interpretation

This devotional track composed by Vaali is dedicated to spiritual guru Bangaru Adigalar of Melmaruvathur. The singer glorifies the guru as an incarnation of the Divine Mother (Adhiparasakthi) and a beacon of true spiritual wisdom. He is addressed as a guiding force who lifts people out of ignorance and carries them across the sea of karmic deeds. The lyrics highlight the signature practices of the Melmaruvathur Siddhar Peetam, such as wearing red robes ('Sevvaadai') and worshipping the spiritual master's lotus feet. By surrendering to the divine grace of the guru at Maruvoor, devotees are promised eternal righteousness, peace, and spiritual salvation.

Writing craft

Poetic devices

Uvamaani (Metaphor)

Maruvooril ezhundharulum meigyaana tharuvae

The guru is metaphorically described as 'meigyaana tharuvae' (tree of divine wisdom) and 'yaeni' (a ladder that lifts souls upward).

Metaphor

Karumathin karai thaandi karai serkkum thoni

The guru is compared to a 'thoni' (boat) that safely transports devotees across the ocean of Karma.

Monai (Initial Alliteration)

Paadhaara vindhangal panivomae naalum

The repetition of the starting letter 'Pa' in consecutive lines create rhythmic harmony.

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Trivia

The song pays homage to Bangaru Adigalar (popularly called 'Amma'), the founder of the Melmaruvathur Adhiparasakthi Siddhar Peetam. The reference 'Sevvaadai thinam sooodum' refers directly to the red garments worn by his followers, a tradition unique to this spiritual movement.

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