- Lyricist
- Kannadasan
- Music director
- K. V. Mahadevan
- Movie name
- Thirumal Perumai
- Movie release year
- 1968
- Lyrics added on
- 8 Oct 2019
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This song is a deeply devotional hymn celebrating the divinity, cosmic splendor, and compassionate grace of Lord Krishna (an avatar of Lord Vishnu). The singer completely surrenders at the lotus feet of Krishna, addressing Him as the savior of the Pandavas, the radiant beacon of the cowherd community, and the supreme cosmic consciousness that encompasses both the vast sky and the deep sea.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Uruvagam (Metaphor)
“Nyaana malar kannaa / Aayar kula vilakkae”
Krishna is metaphorically addressed as the 'flower of wisdom' (Nyaana malar) and the 'lamp of the cowherd clan' (Aayar kula vilakku).
Padha Malar (Lotus Feet Imagery)
“Padha malar panindhomae”
Translates to 'lotus feet', a traditional Indian poetic metaphor comparing divine feet to soft, sacred lotus blossoms.
Ethugai (Second Letter Rhyme)
“Thaanae ulagaagi / Thanakkullae thaan adangi”
The second letter 'na' (ன) is repeated across adjacent lines, creating a rhythmic harmony characteristic of Tamil poetry.
Imagery
“Vaanum kadalum vaarthedutha ponnuruvae”
Vivid visual imagery comparing the Lord's glorious golden form to a divine masterpiece cast from the elements of the blue sky and ocean.
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Trivia
'Thirumal Perumai' (1968) is a landmark Tamil devotional film directed by A. P. Nagarajan, starring Sivaji Ganesan in multiple roles showcasing devotees of Lord Vishnu. The music for the film was composed by the legendary K. V. Mahadevan, with lyrics penned by Kannadasan. The soundtrack features prominent devotional renditions by playback legends T. M. Soundararajan and P. Susheela.
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