Jai Sriman Narayana !!
Jaya Jaya Sankara Hara Hara Sankara !!
Shiva Gitimala was composed by
Jagadguru Sri Chandrasekharendra Saraswathi ( 62nd Seer of Sri
Kanchi Kamakoti Peedam), it consists of 20 enthralling verses known as
Ashtapadi praising the pleasurable moments of Lord Ekamreshwarar and Goddess
Sri Kamakshi. This beautiful composition
portraits the desperation, devotion and dedication, of individual soul/Jeevathma,
attain union with the Supreme soul/Paramathma in order to achieve eternal bliss. Shiva Ashtapadi/Shiva Gitimala begins with
the veneration of Lord Ganesha. The
entire verses illustrate the miserable state of separation of Goddess Parvathi
from Lord Shiva. Goddess Sri Parvati
underwent severe penance on the river banks of Kampa in order to unite with the
Lord Shiva. The divine couple undergoes unbearable
pain of separation; Lord Shiva came down to Earth and resides under a mango
tree where Goddess Sri Parvati undertakes penance was observed by faithful
companion of Goddess and was duly informed.
The state of remorsefulness, desertion, guilt and the messages exchanged
through the companion of Godess Sri Parvati etc.. are beautifully depicted in
the Ashtapadi. Ultimately Lord Shiva
appears before Goddess Sri Parvati and apologizes profusely, after an initial
harshness between the couple and blissfully unites.
Om Nama Shivaya
Sri Chandrasekharendra Saraswathi
Virachith
|| Shiva Ashtapadi ||
Dwithiya Sarga: – 2
Ashtapadi - 4
Pragalbhathara Mamini Shiva
Charithra Ganamrutha-
Prabhuthanava Manjari Surabhi
Gandhi Mandhanile |
Rasala Tharumoolagaspuritha
Madhavi Mandape
Mahesa Mupadharshayanthya
Sahrudhaha Gourimasou ||
The gentle breeze which carries
the fragrance of various flowers of overflowing nectar has the resemblance to praising
the glories of Lord Shiva. The close
associate of Goddess Sri Gouri informs the presence of Lord Shiva in a
hermitage made of Madhavi creepers under the foot of the mango tree.
Avirala Kumkuma Panga Karambitha
Mrugamadha Chandravilepam
Nitila Visheshakamasuravahi
Vilochana Kruthapurathapam
Shashi Mukhi Shaila Vadhoo Thanye
Vilokaya Haramatha Kelimaye Shashimukhi ||
Oh ! Goddess Sri Parvathi,
daughter of Himavan who has the striking face which has the resemblance to Lord
Chandra, observes Lord Shiva who burned the cities of Tripura with His third
eye, whose attractive forehead is beautifully smeared with Kumkum and other
fragrant pastes.
Yuvathi Janashaya Madhana
Sharathitha Shubha Thara Nayana Vilasam
Bhuvana Vijurbhitha Gana Thara
Thimira Nishoodhana Nijathanu Masam Shashimukhi ||
Oh ! Goddess Sri
Parvathi/Shashimukhi, look at the pleasing eyes of Lord Shiva shines like the
arrows of Lord Manmatha which is capable to mesmerize the young maidens, the
brilliance from His body drives away the darkness engulfed in the Universe.
Pani Saroja Mrugi Parishangitha
Bala Thrinali Galabham
Youvatha Hrudaya Vidharana
Paduthara Dharahasithamitha Shobham Shashimukhi ||
Oh ! Goddess Sri
Parvati/Shashimukhi, look at the attractive neck of Lord Shiva adorned with the
garland of bale leaves and beautiful lotus hands. His charming smile is capable to break the
hearts of young maiden.
Charana Saroja Lasannmani Noopura
Ghosha Vivrutha Padhajatham
Gagana Dhuni Samathanu Ruchi
Samhathi Karitha Bhuvana Vibhatham Shashimukhi ||
Oh ! Goddess Sri
Parvati/Shashimukhi, look at the gem-studded ornament worn around the ankle
which makes attractive sound, Akasha
Ganga adorned on the matted hair locks of Lord shines brilliantly reveals the
sunbeams at the time of daybreak to the entire Universe.
Nikhila Vadhu Jana Hrudaya
Samahathi Paduthara Mohanrupam
Munivara Nikara Vimukthi
Vidhayaka Bhodha Vibhavana Deepam Shashimukhi ||
Oh ! Goddess Sri
Parvati/Shashimukhi, look at the enthralling face of Lord Shiva which is
capable to steal the heart of young maidens, His is the epitome of knowledge,
imparting wisdom to Sages and Rishis that will lead to salvation.
Vikacha Saroruuha Lochana
Sakrudhavalokana Krutha Shubha Jatham
Bhujaga Shiromani Shonarucha
Parimitha Mrugi Samupetham Shashimukhi
||
Oh ! Goddess Sri
Parvati/Shashimukhi, look at Lord Shiva who has the wide blossomed lotus like
eyes which provides all the auspiciousness.
The deer in his hand is frightened at the brilliance of the gem set on
the forehead of the serpents.
Rajatha Mahidhara Sadhrusha Mahavrusha
Dhashta Purovani Bhagam
Sanaka Sanandana Muni Pari
Shobhitha Dakshina Thadhithara Bhagam Shashimukhi ||
Oh! Goddess Sri
Parvati/Shashimukhi, look at Lord Shiva who has the celestial vehicle bull/Lord
Nandikeshwara resembles the snow-covered mountains of Kailash and the great
sages Sanaka and Sanandana on the left side of Supreme Lord.
Sri Shiva Paricharana Vrutha
Chandra Shikhamani Niyamadhanena
Shiva Charitham Shubhagitamitham
Krutamudhayathu Bodhadhanena Shashimukhi ||
Oh! Goddess Sri
Parvati/Shashimukhi, May these sacred verses of Chandrasekharendra Yati, a
passionate devotee of Lord Shiva, provide profound knowledge about the supreme
Lord.
Madhana Kadhana Shanthyau Phulla
Malli Prasoonou:
Virachitha Vara Shayamapungava
Bindhumouli |
Mrudhu Malaya Sameeram Manyamana:
Spulingan
Kalayathi Hrudhaye Thwamanvaham
Shaila Kanye ||
Oh! Goddess Sri Parvati/Shaila
Kanye/ Parvatha Rajakumari ! Lord Shiva
approached the flourishing bed of jasmine in order to surmount the cupid arrows
of Lord Manmatha, the gentle breeze does not serve its purpose due to the
despair caused by the separation from you, and instead it creates extreme
distress in Lord Shiva who always carries you in His heart.
Ithi Sahachari Vanimakanya Sapi
Sudhajari
Achala Dhuhitha Nethu: Shruthvami
Rupya Gunodhayam |
Virahajanithamathri Durichakara
Hrudhi Sthitham
Dhayitha Nihitha Prema Kamam
Jagadha Mitha: Sakhim ||
Goddess Sri Parvati after hearing
the above words of her faithful companion regarding the countenance, charm and
virtues of Lord Shiva, those were elixir of nectar capable to appease her heart
from the pain caused out of separation. Eventually, Goddess Sri Parvati reveals
her eternal love for Lord Shiva to her companion.
Jaya Jaya Sankara Hara Hara Sankara !!
Jai Sriman Narayana !!
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