Tyagaraja Pancharatna Keerthanas Endaro Mahanubhavulu
Tyagaraja Pancharatna Keerthanas Endaro Mahanubhavulu
tyAgarAja paJcaratna kIrtana èndaro mahAnubhAvulu
kUrpu: zrI tyAgarAjAcAryulu
rAgaM: zrI
tAlaM: Adi
èndaro mahAnubhAvulu andarikI vandanamulu
candurU varNuni anda candamunu hRdayAravundamuna
jUci brahmAnandamanubhaviJcu vArèndaro mahAnubhAvulu
sAmagAna lola manasija lAvaNya
dhanya murdhanyulèndaro mahAnubhAvulu
mAnasavana cara vara saJcAramu nèripi mUrti bAguga pògaDane
vArèndaro mahAnubhAvulu
saraguna pAdamulaku svAntamanu sarojamunu samarpaNamu
seyuvArèndaro mahAnubhAvulu
patita pAvanuDane parAtparuni guriJci
paramArdhamagu nija mArgamutonu bADucunu
sallApamuto svara layAdi rAgamula dèliyu
vArèndaro mahAnubhAvulu
hariguNa maNimaya saramulu galamuna
Sobhillu bhakta koTulilalo tèlivito cèlimito
karuNa galgi jagamèllanu sudhA dRSTice
brocuvArèndaro mahAnubhAvulu
hòyalu mIra naDalu galggu sarasuni
sadA kanula jUcucunu pulaka zarIrulai
Ananda payodhi nimagnulai mudambunanu yazamu
galavArèndaro mahAnubhAvulu
parama bhAgavata mauni vara zazi vibhAkara sanaka sanandana
digIza sura kimpuruSa kanaka kazipu suta nArada tumburu
pavanasUnu bAlacandra dhara zuka sarojabhava bhUsuravarulu
parama pAvanulu ghanulu zAzvatulu kamala bhava sukhamu
sadAnubhavulu gAka èndaro mahAnubhAvulu
nI menu nAma vaibhavambulanu
nI parAkrama dhairyamula zAnta mAnasamu nIvulanu
vacana satyamunu raghuvara nIyèDa sadbhaktiyu janiJcakanu
durmatamulanu kalga jesinaTTi nImadi nèriGgi
santasambunanu guNa bhajanAnanda kIrtanamu jeyu
vArèndaro mahAnubhAvulu
bhAgavata rAmAyaNa gItAdi zRti zAstra purANapu marmamulanu
zivAdi sanmatamula gUDhamulan
muppadi mukkoTi surAntaraGgamula bhAvambulanèrigi
bhAva rAga layAdi saukhyamuce cirAyuvulgaligi
niravadhi sukhAtmulai tyAgarAptulaina
vArèndaro mahAnubhAvulu
prema muppiri gònu vela nAmamunu dalacevAru
rAmabhaktuDaina tyAgarAjanutuni
nija dAsulainana vArèndaro mahAnubhAvulu
andarikI vandanamu-lèndaro mahAnubhAvulu
About This Stotram
Tyagaraja Pancharatna Keerthanas Endaro Mahanubhavulu
Sanskrit Title: त्यागराज पञ्चरत्न कीर्तन ऎन्दरो महानुभावुलु
IAST Transliteration:
Overview
The 'Endaro Mahanubhavulu' kriti is ly significant as it is the first of the Pancharatnas, a collection considered the 'five jewels' of Tyagaraja's compositions. This particular kriti extols the virtues and greatness of devotees ('Mahanubhavulu') who have attained spiritual realization. It emphasizes that true greatness lies in experiencing divine bliss and understanding the divine essence. The lyrics express deep reverence for those who have achieved such spiritual heights, acknowledging their wisdom and devotion. Musically, it is set in the raga Sri and Adi tala, a majestic combination that lends itself to a grand and devotional rendition. Its placement as the first of the Pancharatnas sets the tone for the entire set, focusing on the veneration of divine beings and their followers.
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. They are typically sung together as a set, often during the annual Tyagaraja Aradhana festival. The specific kriti 'Endaro Mahanubhavulu' is the first of these five Pancharatna Keerthanas. The Pancharatnas are not found within a single, ancient scripture but are standalone compositions that have become integral to the South Indian devotional and musical tradition. They are believed to have been composed in the 18th century in Tiruvaiyaru, Tamil Nadu, where Tyagaraja spent much of his life. |
Benefits of Recitation
- Attainment of spiritual realization and bliss
- Deepening devotion to Lord Rama
- Understanding the greatness of devotees
- Cultivating humility and reverence
- Achieving inner peace and contentment
Best Time to Recite
During the Tyagaraja Aradhana festival, mornings, or any time one wishes to cultivate deep devotion and reverence for spiritual exemplars.
Historical Context
Saint Tyagaraja (1767-1847) was one of the 'Trinity' of Carnatic music, alongside Muthuswami Dikshitar and Syama Sastri. He was a prolific composer of devotional songs, primarily in praise of Lord Rama. The Pancharatna Keerthanas are his most celebrated works, believed to have been composed around the late 18th or early 19th century. They are said to have been composed in a single sitting or over a short period, showcasing his immense musical and spiritual prowess. The tradition of performing these five kritis together during the Tyagaraja Aradhana, held annually in Tiruvaiyaru, has solidified their place in the cultural and religious landscape of South India. 'Endaro Mahanubhavulu' specifically highlights Tyagaraja's humility and his deep respect for all devotees who have achieved spiritual enlightenment.
Alternate Names
- Pancharatna Kriti 1
- Sri Raga Kriti
Related Stotrams
- Jagadanandakaraka (Pancharatna Keerthana 2)
- Sadachinanda (Pancharatna Keerthana 3)
- Tyagaraja Yoga Vaibhavam (Pancharatna Keerthana 4)
- Entha Muddo Entha Sogaso (Pancharatna Keerthana 5)
Last Updated: 2025-12-01