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Lyrics & meaning

Yesunathar Pesinal

From Thaaye Unakkaga · 1965

Lyricist
Kannadasan
Singer
B. Vasantha
Music director
K. V. Mahadevan
Details
Thaaye Unakkaga1965

Lyrics & meaning

Tanglish lyrics English translation
Female
Yesunathar pesinaal avar enna pesuvaarIf Lord Jesus speaks, what would He say?
Ezhai nenjam amaidhi kolla enna kooruvaarWhat would He tell a poor heart to find peace?
Yesunathar pesinaal avar enna pesuvaarIf Lord Jesus speaks, what would He say?
Ezhai nenjam amaidhi kolla enna kooruvaarWhat would He tell a poor heart to find peace?
Female
Paavigalae paavigale ungal paadhaiyai paarungalOh sinners, oh sinners, look at the path you walk!
Parvaiyilae paluthu vandhaal devanai kelungalIf your vision becomes flawed, ask the Almighty God.
Paavigalae paavigale ungal paadhaiyai paarungalOh sinners, oh sinners, look at the path you walk!
Parvaiyilae paluthu vandhaal devanai kelungalIf your vision becomes flawed, ask the Almighty God.
Thirumanangal yaavaiyumae sorgathil uruvaagumAll marriages are ordained in heaven.
Serpadhuvum piripadhuvum devanin vidhiyaagumBringing people together and separating them are both God's destiny.
Serpadhuvum piripadhuvum devanin vidhiyaagumBringing people together and separating them are both God's destiny.
Female
Yesunathar pesinaal avar enna pesuvaarIf Lord Jesus speaks, what would He say?
Ezhai nenjam amaidhi kolla enna kooruvaarWhat would He tell a poor heart to find peace?
Female
Oru vazhiyai maruvazhiyaal maraippadhu vidhiyaagumBlocking one pathway with another is the nature of fate.
Idhai unarthuvathae naan irukkum siluvaiyin adaiyaalamTo make this understood is the symbol of the cross I bear.
Oru vazhiyai maruvazhiyaal maraippadhu vidhiyaagumBlocking one pathway with another is the nature of fate.
Idhai unarthuvathae naan irukkum siluvaiyin adaiyaalamTo make this understood is the symbol of the cross I bear.
Siluvaiyilae manadhu vaithaal sindhanai thelivagumIf you focus your mind on the cross, your thoughts will gain clarity.
Sindhaiyilae amaidhi vandhaal vandhadhu sugam aagumWhen peace enters your mind, true comfort and well-being arrive.
Sindhaiyilae amaidhi vandhaal vandhadhu sugam aagumWhen peace enters your mind, true comfort and well-being arrive.
Female
Yesunathar pesinaal avar enna pesuvaarIf Lord Jesus speaks, what would He say?
Ezhai nenjam amaidhi kolla enna kooruvaarWhat would He tell a poor heart to find peace?

Beyond the translation

Song interpretation

This soulful song from 'Thaaye Unakkaga' reflects deeply on Christian spirituality, divine will, and human salvation. The singer contemplates what message Lord Jesus Christ would deliver to a weary, suffering soul seeking peace. It serves as a gentle reminder to sinners to evaluate their life paths and seek divine guidance whenever their vision or moral compass becomes clouded. The lyrics further explore themes of destiny, stating that union and separation in human relationships are governed by God's master plan. The cross is invoked not merely as a religious icon, but as a symbol of clarity, sacrifice, and ultimate mental tranquility. Focusing on spiritual reflection brings clarity of thought, which in turn nurtures true inner peace and comfort.

Writing craft

Poetic devices

Iyaipu (End Rhyme)

Yesunathar pesinaal avar enna pesuvaar / Ezhai nenjam amaidhi kolla enna kooruvaar

The lines end with rhyming verbal endings 'pesuvaar' and 'kooruvaar', creating a lyrical and rhythmic flow.

Monai (Initial Alliteration)

Paavigalae paavigale ungal paadhaiyai paarungal

Repetition of the initial consonant sound 'Pa' across multiple words ('Paavigalae', 'paadhaiyai', 'paarungal') creates melodic emphasis.

Rhetorical Question

Yesunathar pesinaal avar enna pesuvaar

The song opens with a reflective question ('If Jesus speaks, what would He say?') to engage listeners in spiritual introspection.

Symbolism

Idhai unarthuvathae naan irukkum siluvaiyin adaiyaalam

The cross ('Siluvai') is used as a powerful symbol representing truth, endurance of hardship, and divine guidance.

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Trivia

The song 'Yesunathar Pesinaal' from 'Thaaye Unakkaga' (1965) showcases lyricist Kannadasan's extraordinary versatility in writing Christian devotional lines with deep spiritual philosophy, despite being renowned primarily for his Hindu devotional works. Composed by the legendary 'Mellisai Mannar' K. V. Mahadevan, the song features the sweet and tranquil vocals of playback singer B. Vasantha.

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