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Lyrics & meaning

Swamigal Sevaikku

From Sree Krishna Arjuna Yudham · 1963

Lyricist
Thanjai N. Ramaiah Dass
Singers
P. Susheela, Chorus
Music director
Pendyala Nageswara Rao
Details
Sree Krishna Arjuna Yudham1963

Lyrics & meaning

Tanglish lyrics English translation
Female
Swamigal sevaikku velaiyidhaeIt is time for serving the Swamiji,
Vaarumen sagikaal arul naadaCome, my friends, to seek his divine grace!
Chorus :Swamigal sevaikku velaiyidhaeChorus: It is time for serving the Swamiji,
Vaarumen sagikaal arul naadaCome, my friends, to seek his divine grace!
Female :Aasirvadhamum amaiyum maalFemale: Blessings will be granted, and divine grace bestowed,
Seidhitta poojaiyum palikkum naalToday is the day that our worship yields its fruit.
Female and Chorus :Swamigal sevaikku velaiyidhaeFemale and Chorus: It is time for serving the Swamiji,
Vaarumen sagikaal arul naadaCome, my friends, to seek his divine grace!
Female
Ethanai theerthamum seviththaaroHow many holy rivers and shrines he must have venerated!
Enna maghimaigalum thaan adainthaarooWhat immense spiritual powers and divine glories he has attained!
Vijayam seidhaar mahanubavarumThe noble soul has graced us with his arrival,
Palananmaigalodu iyangugiraarAnd he conducts himself with abundant virtues.
Female and Chorus :Swamigal sevaikku velaiyidhaeFemale and Chorus: It is time for serving the Swamiji,
Vaarumen sagikaal arul naadaCome, my friends, to seek his divine grace!
Female
Leela sugaro rishya sirungaroIs he Sage Bilvamangala (Leela Suka) or Sage Rishyasringa?
Maharishi inghu thaan vilanghugiraarThe great Maharishi himself shines right here!
Amaidhi maunamana anbin thiyanamoIs this a quiet, peaceful contemplation of love?
Murai yoga mun moozhgivittaarHe has fully immersed himself in disciplined yogic trance.
Female
Ennenna velaiyil yedhu piriyamundoWhatever brings him delight at any given moment,
Avvelaikku avai amaithiduveerArrange those exact comforts for him accordingly.
Nimmadhi kandida sandhdi indriyeTo ensure his tranquility without any commotion,
Panivanbodu poojithiduveerWorship and serve him with humility and love.

Beyond the translation

Song interpretation

This devotional song expresses joy and veneration upon the arrival of a high-minded sage. The lead singer invites her companions to serve the holy man, highlighting that serving such a realized soul brings immense spiritual blessings and fulfills the fruits of past worship. The lyrics praise the sage's travels to sacred shrines, his immense spiritual attainments, and his profound yogic state. The verse compares the sage to renowned mythological figures like Leela Suka and Rishyasringa, emphasizing his serene devotion and deep immersion in meditation. The singer instructs everyone to cater attentively to his preferences and maintain absolute quietude, ensuring the holy master remains undisturbed in his divine contemplation.

Writing craft

Poetic devices

Alliteration (Monai)

Swamigal sevaikku velaiyidhae

Repetition of the 'S' sound at the beginning of words in the line ('Swamigal', 'sevaikku').

Allusions (Purana References)

Leela sugaro rishya sirungaro

Reference to famous ancient Hindu sages Leela Suka (Bilvamangala) and Rishyasringa to highlight the high spiritual stature of the guest.

Rhyme (Edugai)

Ennenna velaiyil yedhu piriyamundo / Avvelaikku avai amaithiduveer

Rhyming second letters across adjacent lines ('velaiyil' and 'velaikku' / 'Ennenna' and 'Avvelaikku').

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Trivia

Sree Krishna Arjuna Yudham (1963) is a classic mythological film directed by K. V. Reddy, featuring soundtrack composed by Pendyala Nageswara Rao. The song brings a classical carnatic devotion flavor to the narrative, written by renowned lyricist Thanjai N. Ramaiah Dass who was celebrated for his mastery in adaptation and devotional Tamil poetry.

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