Thiruppugazh - Muthai Tharu Bhakti

Composed by Arunagirinathar (15th century Tamil saint)
Raagam: Hamsanandi Shanmukhapriya | Talam: Chapu

Original Tamil Lyrics

Muttaitaru Bhakti Tirunakai Attikkirai Shakti Sharavana Muttikkoru Vittu Guru Para Ena Odum 1 Mukkat-Paramarku Surutiyin Murpattadu Karpit-Tiruvarum Muppathu Muvargat-Tamararum Adi Pena 2 Pattut-Talai Tattak-Kanaitodu Otrai Giri Mattaip-Porudoru Pattap-Paghal Vattat-Tikiriyil Iravagha 3 Pattarkiratattaik-Kadaviya Pachaip-Puyal Mechat-Tagu Porul Paksattodu Raksit-Tarulvadum Oru Nale 4 Tittiteya Ottap-Paripura Nirttap-Padam Vaittu Bhairavi Dikkotka Nadikkak-Kazhukodu Kazhudada 5 Dikkup-Pari Atta Bhairavar Tokkut-Toghu Tokkut-Toghu Toghu Citrap-Pavurikkut-Trikadaka Ena Odha 6 Kottup-Parai Kottak-Kalamisai Kukkuk-Kuku Kukkuk-Kukukuku Kuttip-Pudaipukkup-Pidiyena Mudugukai 7 Kotputrezha Natpat-Ravunarai Vetti Baliyittuk-Kulagiri Kutthup-Pada Ottup-Poravala Perumale 8

About This Song

Thiruppugazh, which literally means "Glory to the Lord" or "The Divine Glory", describes the glory of Lord Muruga (also known as Lord Subramanya or Karthikeya). It is regarded as one of the most popular works of medieval Tamil literature because of its poetical and musical qualities as well as its true devotional fervor.

This particular song "Muthai Tharu Bhakti" is one of the most famous compositions from Thiruppugazh. It is known for its complex rhythm patterns and is considered challenging to sing due to its intricate lyrics.

Benefits of Reciting Thiruppugazh

  • Purifies the mind and brings spiritual elevation
  • Removes obstacles in life's journey
  • Grants the blessings of Lord Murugan
  • Improves concentration and mental clarity
  • Brings peace and harmony in life

How to Recite

Thiruppugazh songs are traditionally recited with proper pronunciation and rhythm. It is recommended to learn from a teacher who is well-versed in Thiruppugazh. The songs can be recited daily as part of one's spiritual practice, especially during the morning hours or during Murugan festivals like Skanda Sashti.

Listen to Thiruppugazh - Muthai Tharu Bhakti

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