Tyagaraja Pancharatna Keerthanas Duduku Gala
Tyagaraja Pancharatna Keerthanas Duduku Gala
त्यागराज पञ्चरत्न कीर्तन दुडुकु गल
कूर्पु: श्री त्यागराजाचार्युलु
रागं: गौल
तालं: आदि
दुडुकु गल नन्ने दॊर
कॊडुकु ब्रोचुरा ऎन्तो
दुडुकु गल नन्ने दॊर
कडु दुर्विषयाकृश्टुडै गडिय गडियकु निण्डारु
दुडुकु गल नन्ने दॊर
श्री वनिता हृत्कुमुदाब्ज वाङ्ग्मानसागोचर
दुडुकु गल नन्ने दॊर
सकल भूतमुल यन्दु नीवै युण्डग मदिलेक पोयिन
दुडुकु गल नन्ने दॊर
चिरुत प्रायमुन नाडे भजनामृत रसविहीन कुतर्कुडैन
दुडुकु गल नन्ने दॊर
पर धनमुल कॊरकु नॊरुल मदिनि
करगबलिकि कडुपु निम्प दिरिगिनट्टि
दुडुकु गल नन्ने दॊर
तनमदिनि भुविनि सौख्यपु जीवनमे
यनुचु सदा दिनमुलु गडिपॆडि
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तॆलियनि नटविट क्षुद्रुलु वनितलु स्ववशमौट कुपदशिञ्चि
सन्तसिल्लि स्वरलयम्बु लॆरुङ्गकनु शिलात्मुडै
सुभक्तुलकु समानमनु
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दृष्टिकि सारम्बगु ललना सदनार्भक सेनामित धनादुलनु
देवादि देव नॆरनम्मितिनि गाकनु पदाब्ज भजनम्बु मरचिन
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चक्कनि मुख कमलम्बुननु सदा ना मदिलो स्मरण लेकने
दुर्मदान्ध जनुल कोरि परितापमुलचे दगिलि नॊगिलि दुर्विषय
दुराशलनु रोयलेक सतत मपराधिनै चपल चित्तुडैन
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मानवतनु दुर्लभ मनुचु नॆञ्चि परमानन्द मॊन्दलेक
मद मत्सर काम लोभ मोहमुलकु दासुडै मोसबोति गाक
मॊदटि कुलजुडगुचु भुविनि शूद्रुल पनुलु सल्पुचुनुण्टिनि गाक
नाराधमुलनु रोय सारहीन मतमुलनु साधिम्प तारुमारु
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सतुलकै कॊन्नाल्लास्थिकै सुतुलकै कॊन्नाल्लु
धन ततुलकै तिरिगिति नय्य त्यागराजाप्त इटुवण्टि
दुडुकु गल नन्ने दॊर कॊडुकु ब्रोचुरा ऎन्तो
दुडुकु गल नन्ने दॊर
About This Stotram
Tyagaraja Pancharatna Keerthanas Duduku Gala
Sanskrit Title: त्यागराज पञ्चरत्न कीर्तन दुडुकु गल
IAST Transliteration:
Overview
The 'Duduku Gala' kriti, as part of the Pancharatnas, holds immense spiritual significance. It is a expression of Tyagaraja's surrender to Lord Rama, acknowledging his own limitations and the overwhelming power of the divine. The lyrics delve into the nature of the human mind, its susceptibility to worldly distractions, and the ultimate refuge found in devotion to Rama. The composition is not just a musical piece but a philosophical treatise on the path to liberation, emphasizing the importance of recognizing the divine within and without. Singing these Pancharatnas is considered a highly meritorious act, leading to spiritual purification and a closer connection with the divine.
Details
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Deity | Lord Rama |
| Author | Tyagaraja |
| Type | Kriti |
| Category | Pancharatna Keerthana |
| Number of Verses | 8 |
| Origin | The Tyagaraja Pancharatna Keerthanas are a set of five kritis composed by the renowned Carnatic music composer Saint Tyagaraja. These five kritis are considered the pinnacle of his musical and devotional output, often referred to as the 'jewels' of his compositions. They are typically sung together as a set. The specific kriti 'Duduku Gala' is the first in this set. The Pancharatnas are believed to have been composed during a period of intense devotion and spiritual realization for Tyagaraja, possibly around the time of the annual festival at Tirupati or during a pilgrimage. They encapsulate the essence of devotion, surrender, and the ultimate bliss of divine union. |
Benefits of Recitation
- Attainment of spiritual liberation (Moksha)
- Removal of ego and worldly attachments
- Deepening of devotion (Bhakti)
- Attainment of divine grace
- Inner peace and contentment
Best Time to Recite
Morning, evening, during religious festivals (especially Rama Navami), or whenever one seeks spiritual solace and guidance.
Historical Context
Saint Tyagaraja (1767-1847) was one of the greatest composers of Carnatic music and a prolific devotee of Lord Rama. He lived in Tiruvarur, Tamil Nadu. The Pancharatna Keerthanas are considered his magnum opus, composed to be sung as a set of five. 'Duduku Gala' is the first of these five. The other four are 'Kanakambara', 'Sadachaleswara', 'Tyagaraja Yoga Vaibhavam', and 'Endaro Mahanubhavulu'. These kritis are central to the repertoire of Carnatic music and are performed widely, especially during the Tyagaraja Aradhana festival.
Alternate Names
- Duduku Gala Nanne Dora
- Pancharatna Kriti 1
Related Stotrams
- Tyagaraja Pancharatna Keerthanas Kanakambara
- Tyagaraja Pancharatna Keerthanas Sadachaleswara
- Tyagaraja Pancharatna Keerthanas Tyagaraja Yoga Vaibhavam
- Tyagaraja Pancharatna Keerthanas Endaro Mahanubhavulu
Last Updated: 2025-12-01