Stutimaṇḍala

Friday, August 01, 2008

anjaneyam

Anjaneyam by Guruguha at Stutimandal

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Sample: I always meditate upon Āñjaneyam Hanumān, Who is immeasurable. I think about the son of Añjanā, Who is the dear one of Añjanā, Who is the Monkey God, Who is the best, Who has five-faces (in one of His forms), Who is worthy of adoration by Indra and others, Who is for the benefit of Guruguha, Who is quiet, Who always served the lotus-feet of Rāma, Who holds the Mountain with Sañjīvanī in His hand, Who has a lotus-face, and Who is always a messenger for Śrīrāma.[1]

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syamalangi

Shyamalangi by Guruguha at Stutimandal

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Pallavī: O Mātangī, Who has a dark complexion, Who possesses auspicion in hands, and Who is bowed upon by Sarasvatī! Salutations to You.

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Sunday, July 20, 2008

mahaganapatim_manasa

Mahaganapatim by Guruguha at Stutimandal

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Pallavī: With my mind I remember Mahāganapati, Who is adored by Vasistha, Vāmadeva and others.

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Monday, July 14, 2008

saranam_bhava

Sharanam Bhava by Narayana Teertha at Stutimandal

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Sample: O Madhusūdana, Who is benevolent to the destitute, Who is the ocean of benevolence-like nectar, and Who was merciful to the king of elephants (Indradyumna)! Be my shelter. Bring compassion to me. By my understanding, right now I am indeed filled with demons. O Madhusūdana, Who slayed Madhu! Absolve my troubles.[1]

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Saturday, June 21, 2008

akhilandesvari

Akhilandesvari Raksha Maam by Guruguha at Stutimandal

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Pallavī: O Mother, Who is the Goddess of entire egg-like universe, and Who is deft in giving the knowledge of sacred works! Protect me.

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Friday, June 20, 2008

vatapiganapatim

Vatapi Ganapatim by Guruguha at Stutimandal

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Pallavī: I sing praises to Ganapati of Vātāpi (modern-day Badami in the Indian state of Karnataka). He has the mouth of an elephant (vārana), and is the bestower of boons.

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Tuesday, June 10, 2008

kailasanatha

Kailash Nath by Guruguha at Stutimandal

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Pallavī: I am protected by the Lord of Kailāsa, Who is the most skilful in giving Kaivalyapada (Mokṣa).

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Monday, May 26, 2008

nandagopala

Nand Gopal by Muttuswami Dikshitar at Stutimandal

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Pallavī: O Nandagopāla! O Mukunda, Who is the dear one of Gokula, Who roams at the bank of Yamunā! Favor me.

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Wednesday, April 23, 2008

kalaavatii_stuti

Kalavati Stuti by Guruguha at Stutimandal

Pallavī: May Sarasvatī, Who is a young Woman seated on a lotus-seat, and Who is Kalāvatī (one Who possesses art), incite auspicion (in my life).

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Monday, April 07, 2008

kalabhairavam

Kalabhairavam by Muttusvami Dikshitar at Stutimandal

Pallavī: I adore Kālabhairava, Who resides incessantly in Kāśī (Vārānasī) , and Who is the Lord of the ghosts.

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Saturday, March 22, 2008

bhavayami_gopalabalam

Bhavayami Gopala Balam by Annamacharya at Stutimandal

Sample: I always meditate upon Baby Gopāla, Who is served by my mind, and Who is the target of tatpada (i.e. tattvamasi).[1]

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Sunday, March 16, 2008

annapuurne_vishaalaakshi

Annapoorne Vishalakshi by Guruguha at Stutimandal

Pallavī: O Annapūrnā, Who has large eyes, Who is the witness to the worlds, Who glances [prosperity]! Protect me.[1]

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Monday, March 10, 2008

sarasvati_namostu_te

Sarasvati Namostu Te by Muttusvami Guruguha Dikshitar at Stutimandal

Pallavī: O Sarasvatī, Who bestows boons, Who is beyond the demi-gods, Who is saluted by the consort of Lakṣmī, the consort of Gaurī and Guruguha (the poet), and Who is the consort of Brahmā! Salutations to You.[1]

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Wednesday, February 06, 2008

ramacandrayamangalam

Ramachandraya Mangalam by Ramadasu at Stutimandal

Sample: Good felicity for Rāmacandra, Who is the pleasure of mind of the daughter of Janaka (Sītā), and Who fulfils my wishes; felicity for Rāmacandra, Who is the Lord of Kausalyā, Who nourishes His devotee with His gentle smile, and Who is served by Indra (Vāsava) and other demi-gods.[1]

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