- Lyricist
- Kannadasan
- Singer
- P. Jayachandran
- Music director
- M. S. Vishwanathan
- Movie name
- Devi Dharisanam
- Movie release year
- 1980
- Lyrics added on
- 22 Jun 2023
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This devotional song highlights the cosmic importance of Goddess Sakthi, asserting that the universe cannot function without Her divine energy. A father advises his daughter to hold onto her faith, reassuring her that sincere devotion will draw Goddess Lakshmi's prosperity into her life. It teaches that life's hardships are merely temporary trials that the Divine Mother can effortlessly wipe away, and Her benevolent gaze can heal and restore broken family bonds.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Iyaibu (End Rhyme)
“Bakthiyai maravaathae en magalae / Un paathaiyilae varuvaal thirumagalae….”
The lines end with matching rhyming words 'magalae' and 'thirumagalae', creating a melodious rhythm suitable for advice.
Iyaibu (End Rhyme)
“Thunbangal ellaamum sothanaithaan / Adhai thudaippathum devi seiyyum saathanaithaan”
The words 'sothanaithaan' (trial) and 'saathanaithaan' (achievement) create a strong end rhyme emphasizing cause and cure.
Ethirai (Second letter agreement / Internal Rhyme)
“Panthangal engaethaan odividum / Aval paarvai pattaal pothum koodividum”
The words 'odividum' and 'koodividum' rhyme at the end of the lines, contrasting fleeing away versus coming together.
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Trivia
Devi Dharisanam (1980) features music composed by M. S. Viswanathan with lyrics penned by Kannadasan. Kannadasan was masterly at embedding profound Vedantic philosophy within simple, accessible Tamil lyrics for everyday moviegoers.
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