Shri Guru Charitra - Chapter 6
(English translation)
Gokarna Mahima Varnan
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(Introduction)
The Resonance of Devotion
Chapter 6 of Shri Guru Charitra is an exploration of the sacred geography of India and the power of sound. While the previous chapters introduced us to the Guru's incarnation, this chapter explains why the Lord chose Gokarna as His abode.
Writer :- Mantra Stotra Jyoti
Shree Ganesha Namah: Shree Saraswatya Namah:. Shree Kul Devtay Namah: Shree Padshrivallabhai Namah: Shree Nrisimha Saraswatyai Namah: Shree Gurubhyo Namah:
Ovi 1: Namadharaka Mhene Siddhasi | Swami Tu Jyoti Andhakarasi | Prakasha Kela Ji Amhansi | Gurupitha Adyanta ||1||
Meaning: Namadharaka said to Sage Siddha, "O Swami, you are a light in the darkness. You have enlightened us by explaining the beginning and the end of the Guru's lineage."
Ovi 2: Traimurti Houni Apana | Tirthe Karavi Kimkarana | Vishesha Ase Kaya Gokarna | Mhono Gele Taya Sthana ||2||
Meaning: "Why did the Lord, being the Trinity Himself, go on a pilgrimage? What is so special about Gokarna that he chose to go there?"
Ovi 3: Tirthe Asati Aparampari | Samasta Sanduni Priti Kari | Kaisa Pavala Dattatri | Avatari Shripada Shrivallabha ||3||
Meaning: "There are countless holy places in the world. Why did Lord Dattatreya (Shripad Shri Vallabha) leave them all and show such love for Gokarna?"
Ovi 4: Aik Shishya Shikhamani | Tuva Pushile Je Ka Prashni | Santosha Jala Antahkarni | Sangen Charitra Shrigurunche ||4||
Meaning: Sage Siddha replied, "Listen, O crest-jewel among disciples! Your questions have brought joy to my heart. I shall narrate the life of the Guru to you."
Ovi 5: Vistaroni Amhansi | Sanga Swami Kripesi | Mhononi Lagla Charnansi | Namadharaka Pritikare ||5||
Meaning: "Please explain it in detail with your grace," said Namadharaka, holding the Sage's feet with love.
Ovi 6: Aikoni Namadharakache Vachana | Santoshale Siddhache Mana | Sangatase Vistaron | Gurucharitra Pariyēsa ||6||
Meaning: Pleased by Namadharaka’s devotion, Siddha began to narrate the Guru Charitra in great detail.
Ovi 7: Tujkarita Amhasi | Labha Jhala Ase Manasi | Gurucharitra Sangavayashi | Utkantha Manasi Hoy Te ||7||
Meaning: "Because of you, I too feel blessed to speak of the Guru’s life. I feel a great urge to share these sacred stories."
Ovi 8: Mhene Traimurti Avataron | Tirthe Hinde Kēvi Apana | Vishesha Pavala Gokarna | Mhononi Pusasi Amhate ||8||
Meaning: "You asked why the Trinity, after incarnating, traveled to holy places and specifically why He visited Gokarna."
Ovi 9: Dattatreya Apana | Tirthe Hinde Tayache Karana | Bhaktajanhitartha Dikshestava Jana | Upadesha Karavaya ||9||
Meaning: "The Lord travels to holy places to bless His devotees, to initiate them into the spiritual path, and to give them divine teachings."
Ovi 10: Vishesha Tirtha Apule Sthana | Gokarni Shankara Ase Jana | Yacha Karane Nirguna | Traimurti Vasati Taya Thaya ||10||
Meaning: "Gokarna is a special place where Lord Shiva resides eternally. Therefore, the formless Trinity (in the form of the Guru) dwells there."
Ovi 11: Gokarniche Mahatmya | Sangatase Anupamya | Ekachitta Karuni Nēma | Aik Shishya Namadharaka ||11||
Meaning: "I will now tell you the incomparable greatness of Gokarna. Listen with a focused and steady mind, O Namadharaka."
Ovi 12: Tya Tirthache Adi Anti | Sangen Tumha Vistruti | Je Purvi Vara Ladhaie Asati | Apurva Ase Aikata ||12||
Meaning: "I will tell you the origin and the end of this pilgrimage site. It is extraordinary to hear because of the great boons granted there in ancient times."
Ovi 13: Mahabaleshwaralinga Dekha | Swayambhu Shiva Ase Aika | Akhyana Tyache Aika | Lambodare Pratishthile Te ||13||
Meaning: "The Mahabaleshwar Linga there is a self-manifested (Swayambhu) form of Shiva. Listen to the story of how Lord Ganesha (Lambodara) established it."
Ovi 14: Shishya Mhene Siddhasi | Tirthamahima Vanisi | Vighneshware Pratishthile Tayasi | Vistaroni Sanga Maja ||14||
Meaning: The disciple asked, "Swami, please tell me in detail how Lord Ganesha (Vighneshwara) installed that Linga."
Ovi 15: Aise Shishya Vinavit | Aikoni Bahu Santoshata | Niropita Adyanta | Mahabaleshwaracharitra ||15||
Meaning: Pleased with the request, the Sage began the story of Mahabaleshwar from the very beginning.
Ovi 16: Pulastya Brahmanachi Bharya | Nama Tiyeche Kaikaya | Ishwarabhakti Atipriya | Shivapuja Sarvakala ||16||
Meaning: "The wife of the sage Pulastya was named Kaikesi. She was a great devotee of Lord Shiva and worshiped Him constantly."
Ovi 17: Nitya Kari Shivapujana | Pujevina Na Ghe Anna | Aise Karita Eka Dina | Na Mile Linga Pujesi ||17||
Meaning: "She would not eat without performing Shiva Puja. One day, she could not find a Linga for her daily worship."
Ovi 18: Vratabhanga Hoil Mhoni | Mruttikalinga Karuni | Puji Ati Santoshoni | Bhaktipurvaka Avadhara ||18||
Meaning: "Fearing her vow would break, she made a Linga out of clay and worshipped it with immense joy and devotion."
Ovi 19: Ticha Putra Atikrura | Nama Taye Dashashira | Ala Tethe Vegavattara | Matrudurshana Karavaya ||19||
Meaning: "Her son was the fierce Ravana (Dashashira). He arrived there quickly to see his mother."
Ovi 20: Namita Jhala Matesi | Puse Puja Kaya Karisi | Mata Sange Vistaresi | Linga Pujile Mruttikeche ||20||
Meaning: "He bowed to her and asked, 'What are you worshipping?' She explained that she was worshipping a clay Linga."
Ovi 21: Ravana Mhene Jananisi | Majhi Mata Tu Mhanavisi | Mruttikeche Linga Pujesi | Abhagya Apule Mhanatase ||21||
Meaning: "Ravana said, 'You are my mother, yet you worship a Linga of clay? This is a sign of our misfortune!'"
Ovi 22: Maguti Mhene Tiyesi | Pujita Phala Kaya Yasi | Kaikaya Sange Putrasi | Kailasapada Pavije ||22||
Meaning: "He asked, 'What is the reward of this worship?' She replied, 'One attains the state of Kailash (liberation).'"
Ovi 23: Ravana Mhene Matesi | Kailasa Anuni Tujpasi | Dein He Nishchayesi | Sayasa Ka Vo Karityesi ||23||
Meaning: "Ravana declared, 'I will bring the actual Mount Kailash to you! Why do you struggle with this clay?'"
Ovi 24: Aise Bole To Ravana | Matesave Kari Pana | Anin Twarita Umaramana | Kailasasahita Lankesi ||24||
Meaning: "Ravana vowed to his mother that he would soon bring Lord Shiva (Umaramana) and Mount Kailash to Lanka."
Ovi 25: Puja Kari Vo Swastha Chittesi | Mruttikalinga Ka Karisi | Mhononi Nighala Twaritesi | Manovēge Nishachara ||25||
Meaning: "The demon then departed with the speed of thought, telling her to stop worshipping clay as he would bring the real deity."
Ovi 26: Pavala Tware Shivapurasi | Shubhra Ramya Parvatasi | Dharoni Halavi Krodhesi | Visa Bahu Bhujabale ||26||
Meaning: "He reached Kailash, the beautiful white mountain. In his pride, he used his twenty arms to shake the mountain with great force."
Ovi 27: Andolale Kailasabhuvana | Upatitase To Ravana | Dahi Shira Tekun | Uchalin Mhene Ulhase ||27||
Meaning: "The entire abode of Kailash shook. Ravana tried to uproot it, placing his ten heads beneath it to lift it up."
Ovi 28: Shira Lavun Parvatasi | Kara Tekun Mandisi | Uchalita Jhala Pranesi | Saptapatala Andolale ||28||
Meaning: "As he applied his full strength, the seven netherworlds (Patala) trembled from the force of his effort."
Ovi 29: Phana Chukavi Shesha Apana | Kurma Bhyaia Kampon | Bhayachakita Devagana | Amarpura Kampatase ||29||
Meaning: "The great serpent Shesha moved his hood in alarm, and the Divine Tortoise (Kurma) trembled. All the gods were terrified, and the city of Indra shook."
Ovi 30: Kampa Jhala Swargabhuvana | Satyaloka Vishnubhuvana | Yeru Padatase Gadbadon | Mhanti Pralaya Mandala ||30||
Meaning: "Heaven, the world of Brahma (Satyaloka), and the world of Vishnu (Vaikuntha) all shook. People cried out that the Great Dissolution (Pralaya) had arrived."
Ovi 31: Kailasapuriche Devagana | Bhayabhita Jhale Kampayamana | Bhayabhita Girija Apana | Houni Geli Shivapasi ||31||
Meaning: "The celestial beings of Kailash were terrified. Even Goddess Parvati (Girija) was frightened and rushed to Lord Shiva."
Ovi 32: Parvati Vinavi Shivasi | Kaya Jhale Kailasasi | Andolatase Sabhesi | Pado Pahata Nirdhare ||32||
Meaning: "She asked, 'What has happened to Kailash? The entire assembly is shaking and feels as if it will collapse!'"
Ovi 33: Nagarat Jhala Akanta | Baisleti Tumhi Swastha | Kara Pratikara Twarita | Mhononi Charna Lagli ||33||
Meaning: "'There is chaos in the city, yet You sit calmly! Please do something quickly,' she pleaded, falling at His feet."
Ovi 34: Ishwara Mhene Girijesi | Na Kari Chinta Manasi | Ravana Majha Bhakta Pariyēsi | Khelatase Bhaktine ||34||
Meaning: "Lord Shiva said, 'Do not worry. Ravana is my devotee, and he is only "playing" with the mountain out of his devotion.'"
Ovi 35: Aise Vachana Aikoni | Vinavi Girija Namoni | Raksha Raksha Shulapani | Samasta Devaganate ||35||
Meaning: "Hearing this, Parvati bowed and requested, 'O Wielder of the Trident, please protect all the gods and this abode!'"
Ovi 36: Aikoni Umechi Vinanti | Shankare Chepila Vamahasti | Dahi Shire Bhujansahiti | Dadpalase Girichya Tali ||36||
Meaning: Hearing Parvati's plea, Lord Shiva pressed the mountain down with His left hand. Ravana’s ten heads and twenty arms were crushed under the weight of Mount Kailash.
Ovi 37: Chinta Kari Mani Bahuta | Shiva Shiva Aise Uchcharita | Dhyatase Stotra Karita | Sharanagata Raksha Mhoni ||37||
Meaning: In great pain, Ravana began to chant "Shiva, Shiva!" He started composing hymns (stotras) and prayed, "O Lord, protect this surrendered soul!"
Ovi 38: Trahi Trahi Pinakapani | Jagadrakshakashiromani | Sharana Alo Tujhe Charani | Marana Kaiche Bhaktasi ||38||
Meaning: "Save me, save me, O Wielder of the Pinaka bow! You are the crown jewel of the universe's protectors. I have surrendered at Your feet; how can a devotee face death?"
Ovi 39: Shankara Bhola Chakravarti | Aikoni Tyachi Vinanti | Chepile Hote Vamahasti | Kadhile Twarita Kripene ||39||
Meaning: The innocent and compassionate Lord Shiva, hearing his prayer, immediately lifted His hand and released Ravana from the pressure out of mercy.
Ovi 40: Sutla Tethuni Lankeshwara | Stotra Karitase Apara | Swashire Chhadoni Parikare | Tantu Lavile Nija Antre ||40||
Meaning: Once freed, the King of Lanka began an immense prayer. He cut off his own heads to make a musical instrument (Veena) and used his own nerves (intestines) as strings.
Ovi 41: Veda Sahastra Ekavachani | Varnakramadi Vistaroni | Samaveda Atigayane | Samasta Rage Gatase ||41||
Meaning: He recited thousands of Vedic mantras and sang the Samaveda (the Veda of music) in various classical melodies (Ragas).
Ovi 42: Gana Rasaswarayukta | Gayana Kari Lankanatha | Tayanchi Name Vikhyata | Sangen Aika Ekachitte ||42||
Meaning: The Lord of Lanka sang with perfect rhythm (Gana), emotion (Rasa), and notes (Swara). Listen carefully as I tell you their famous names.
Ovi 43: Athahi Gana Prakhyata | Uchcharitase Lankanatha | Magana Brahmana Prakhyata | Nagana Kshatri Vishesha ||43||
Meaning: He chanted the eight classical meters (Ganas). Magana is associated with Brahmins, and Nagana with the warrior class (Kshatriyas).
Ovi 44: Bhagana Vaishya Dhyanesi | Tagana Shudravarneesi | Jagana Daitya Pariyēsi | Ragana Pratyaksha Chyutagune ||44||
Meaning: Bhagana belongs to the Vaishyas, Tagana to the Shudras, Jagana to the demons, and Ragana is linked to destructive qualities.
Ovi 45: Sagana Turungarupesi | Yagana Shuddha Pariyēsi | Vistarita Gayanesi | Lankapati Ravana ||45||
Meaning: Sagana has the form of a horse, and Yagana is considered pure. Thus, Ravana expanded his musical performance.
Ovi 46: Gayana Karita Navarasesi | Name Sangen Pariyēsi | Shanta Bhayanaka Adbhutesi | Shringara Hasya Karunarase ||46||
Meaning: He sang using the nine emotions (Navarasa): Shanta (Peace), Bhayanaka (Terror), Adbhuta (Wonder), Shringara (Love), Hasya (Laughter), and Karuna (Compassion).
Ovi 47: Raudra Veera Bibhatsesi | Gayana Kari Ati Ulhasi | Venu Vajavi Saptasweresi | Dhyanapurvaka Vidhine ||47||
Meaning: He also used Raudra (Fury), Veera (Heroism), and Bibhatsa (Disgust). He played the flute with the seven notes (Saptaswara) with ritualistic meditation.
Ovi 48: Jambudvipa Vasa Jyasi | Shadjaswara Nama Pariyēsi | Kanthahuni Upaja Jyasi | Mayuraswara Alapita ||48||
Meaning: The first note is Shadja (Sa), residing in Jambudvipa. It originates from the throat and resonates like the cry of a peacock.
Ovi 49: Uttamavanshi Upaja Jyasi | Girvanakuli Brahmavanshi | Padmapatra Varna Pariyēsi | Vanhi Devata Shringara Rase ||49||
Meaning: Born of a noble lineage, its color is like a lotus petal. Its deity is Agni (Fire), and it evokes the Shringara Rasa.
Ovi 50: Dwitiya Swara Rushabhasi | Janma Plaksha Dwipasi | Upaja Hrudayasthanesi | Chashaswara Alapita ||50||
Meaning: The second note is Rushabha (Re), born in Plaksha Dwipa. It originates from the heart and sounds like the Chasha bird.
Ovi 51: Prakhyata Janma Kshatravanshi | Virajavarna Yamadevetesi | Krida Adbhuta Rasa Aishi | Veena Vajavi Ravana ||51||
Meaning: It belongs to the warrior lineage, its deity is Yama, and it evokes the Adbhuta (Wonder) Rasa. Thus played Ravana on his Veena.
Ovi 52: Trutiya Swara Gandharesi | Gayana Kari Ravana Pariyēsi | Kushadvipa Vasa Jyasi | Nasikasthana Avadhara ||52||
Meaning: The third note is Gandhara (Ga). It resides in Kusha Dwipa and originates from the nasal cavity.
Ovi 53: Ajaswara Alapatyasi | Girvana Kula Vaishyavanshi | Suvarnavarna Kantesi | Chandradevata Adbhuta Rase ||53||
Meaning: It sounds like a goat, belongs to the Vaishya class, has a golden hue, and its deity is the Moon.
Ovi 54: Madhyama Swara Chaturthaka | Kraunchadvipa Vasa Aik | Urasthana Ukta Uchchari Mukhe | Kraunchasware Alapita ||54||
Meaning: The fourth note is Madhyama (Ma), residing in Krauncha Dwipa. It originates from the chest and sounds like the Krauncha bird.
Ovi 55: Girvanakula Brahmavansha | Kundavarna Rupa Surasa | Dhyana Kari Lankadhisha | Lakshmi Devata Karuna Rasa ||55||
Meaning: It is of Brahmin lineage, white like a Kunda flower. Ravana meditated on it; its deity is Lakshmi and it evokes compassion.
Ovi 56: Shalmali Dwipa Bhumisi | Janma Panchamaswarasi | Kanthi Upajoni Nadasi | Kokilasware Gatase ||56||
Meaning: The fifth note, Panchama (Pa), was born in Shalmali Dwipa. It rises from the throat and sounds like a Cuckoo.
Ovi 57: Dhyana Kari Taya Swarasi | Upaja Jhala Pitruvanshi | Krushnavarna Rupa Tyasi | Gananatha Deva Hasyarase ||57||
Meaning: Ravana meditated on this black-hued note of the ancestral lineage. Its deity is Ganesha, and it evokes laughter.
Ovi 58: Shwetadvipa Janma Khyata | Swara Ase Nama Dhaivata | Lalata Sthana Nada Vyakta | Dardurasware Alapi Dekha ||58||
Meaning: The sixth note is Dhaivata (Dha), born in Shwetadvipa. It originates from the forehead and sounds like a frog.
Ovi 59: Aisa Dhaivata Swarasi | Bibhatsa Rasa Atiulhasi | Gaya Ravana Pariyēsi | Ishwaraprati Bhaktine ||59||
Meaning: Ravana sang this Dhaivata note, which evokes Disgust (Bibhatsa), with great fervor for Lord Shiva.
Ovi 60: Pushkara Dwipa Upaje Tyasi | Nishada Swara Nama Pariyēsi | Utpatti Talavya Sandhisi | Hastisware Gatase ||60||
Meaning: The seventh note is Nishada (Ni), born in Pushkara Dwipa. It comes from the palate and sounds like an elephant.
Ovi 61: Asuravansha Vaishyakuli | Kalpa Shuddha Varna Patali | Tumbara Muni Devata Javali | Surya Devata Avadhari ||61||
Meaning: The note Nishada (Ni) belongs to the Asura lineage and the Vaishya class. Its color is pale red (Patala), and its presiding deities are Sage Tumburu and the Sun God.
Ovi 62: Bhayanaka Rasa Dekha | Charchi Vyakula Ase Nika | Yenepari Sapta Swarika | Gayana Kari Lankanatha ||62||
Meaning: This note evokes the emotion of Terror (Bhayanaka). In this systematic way, Ravana, the Lord of Lanka, performed his musical worship using all seven notes.
Ovi 63: Ragasahita Raginisi | Gayana Kari Samavedasi | Shriragadi Vasantasi | Alapa Kari Dashashira ||63||
Meaning: Along with the Ragas (melodies) and Raginis (sub-melodies), he sang the Samaveda. Ravana performed detailed elaborations (Alapa) of Ragas like Shriraga and Vasanta.
Ovi 64: Bhairavadi Panchamaragi | Natanarayana Megharagi | Gayana Kari Abhyasayogi | Lankanatha Shivaprati ||64||
Meaning: As a master of musical practice, he sang Ragas such as Bhairava, Panchama, Natanarayana, and Megha for Lord Shiva.
Ovi 65: Gaudi Kolhala Andhali | Dravidaragi Kaushikamali | Devagandhara Ananadali | Gayana Kari Lankanatha ||65||
Meaning: With divine joy, he performed various melodies like Gaudi, Kolhala, Dravida, Kaushika, and Devagandhara.
Ovi 66: Dhanashriya Varadisi | Ramakali Manjiresi | Gaudaki Dashakshi Harisi | Gayana Kari Lankeshwara ||66||
Meaning: The King of Lanka also sang Dhanashri, Varadi, Ramakali, Manjiri, Gaudaki, and others with great expertise.
Ovi 67: Bhairavi Gurjarisahita | Velavali Raga Lalita | Karnataki Hansayukta | Gayana Kari Dashashira ||67||
Meaning: Ravana then performed Bhairavi, Gurjari, Velavali, Lalita, and the rhythmic Karnataki and Hansa ragas.
Ovi 68: Trataki Motaki Dekha | Tankakshi Sudha Nataka | Saidhava Malaki Aika | Gayana Kari Lankanatha ||68||
Meaning: He further displayed his mastery by singing Trataki, Tankakshi, Sudha, and Malaki melodies.
Ovi 69: Bangali Raga Soratisi | Kamabodha Madhumadhavisi | Devakriya Bhupalisi | Gayana Kari Dashanana ||69||
Meaning: The ten-headed Ravana sang Bangali, Sorati, Kamabodha, Madhumadhavi, and the early morning Raga Bhupali.
Ovi 70: Ragavallabha Madhurisi | Ravheri Raga Harshi | Vihangadatri Chandisi | Vasavijadi Ragane ||70||
Meaning: He sang the sweet Madhuri, the joyful Ravheri, Chandi, and several other complex musical structures.
Ovi 71: Shira Kapun Apule Dekha | Yantra Kele Karakamalika | Shira Kadun Tantuka | Ravaneshvara Gatase ||71||
Meaning: He literally used his severed heads as the resonator of his instrument and his own veins as the strings; thus did Ravana perform his music.
Ovi 72: Samayasamayi Alapana | Kari Dashashira Apana | Pratahkali Kari Gayana | Ashtaraga Pariyēsa ||72||
Meaning: Ravana performed the Alapa (melodic expansion) strictly according to the time of day. Listen to the eight Ragas he sang at dawn.
Ovi 73: Madhyamaraga Veloveli | Dashankabhairava Kari Bhupali | Malhara Dhanashri Bangali | Pratahkali Gatase ||73||
Meaning: At dawn, he sang Madhyama, Bhairava, Bhupali, Malhar, Dhanashri, and Bangali.
Ovi 74: Baradi Lalita Gurjarasi | Gaudakri Ahiri Kaushikesi | Madhyahnasamayi Gayanasi | Ravana Kari Pariyēsa ||74||
Meaning: During the noon hours, he performed Ragas such as Baradi, Lalita, Gurjari, and Kaushika.
Ovi 75: Kuranji Todi Malashriesi | Dashanka Panchama Pariyēsi | Aprahna Vela Atiharshi | Ishwaraprati Gatase ||75||
Meaning: In the afternoon, with great delight, he sang Kuranji, Todi, Malashri, and Panchama for the Lord.
Ovi 76: Chari Prakara Gaudiyesi | Ramakali Shriragasi | Devakipat Manjiresi | Vasanturage Rutukali ||76||
Meaning: He performed four types of Gaudi, Ramakali, and Shriraga. During the spring season, he specialized in Raga Vasanta.
Ovi 77: Aise Chhattis Ragesi | Gayana Kari Samavedasi | Nirvanarupa Bhaktisi | Chandramauli Sambachiye ||77||
Meaning: In this way, using thirty-six Ragas, he sang the Samaveda. This was his supreme, absolute devotion to Lord Shiva (Chandramauli).
Ovi 78: Ravanache Bhaktisi | Prasanna Ishwara Twaritesi | Nijarupa Atiharshi | Ubha Rahila Sanmukha ||78||
Meaning: Pleased by Ravana's intense devotion, Lord Shiva appeared immediately. In His true divine form and with great joy, He stood before Ravana.
Ovi 79: Panchavaktra Trinetresi | Ubha Rahoni Santoshi | Kaya Ichha Tujhe Manasi | Maga Vara Mhanatase ||79||
Meaning: Showing His five faces and three eyes, the Lord happily said, "What is the desire of your heart? Ask for a boon!"
Ovi 80: Mhene Ravana Shivasi | Kaya Magave Tujpasi | Lakshmi Majhe Gharchi Dasi | Atha Nidhi Majhe Ghari ||80||
Meaning: Ravana said to Shiva, "What more can I ask from You? Goddess Lakshmi is a servant in my house, and the eight treasures (Nidhis) dwell with me."
Ovi 81: Chaturanana Majha Jashi | Tehetisa Koti Deva Harshi | Seva Kariti AharnishI | Surya Chandra Varuna Vayu ||81||
Meaning: "Lord Brahma (Chaturanana) praises me. Thirty-three crore gods, along with the Sun, Moon, Varuna, and Vayu, serve me day and night."
Ovi 82: Agni Sarikha Seva Kari | Vastre Dhuta Atikusari | Yama Majha Agnyadhari | Niropavegala Na Mari Kavana ||82||
Meaning: "The Fire God serves me. (Indra) washes my clothes with great skill. Lord Yama obeys my commands and takes no one's life without my permission."
Ovi 83: Indrajitasarikha Putra | Kumbhakarnasaisa Bhatra | Sthana Samudramaji Pavitra | Kamadhenu Majhe Ghari ||83||
Meaning: "I have a son like Indrajit and a brother like Kumbhakarna. My capital (Lanka) is protected by the ocean, and the wish-fulfilling cow, Kamadhenu, is at my home."
Ovi 84: Sahastra Koti Ayushya Maja | He Sangane Nalage Tuja | Alo Ase Je Kaja | Kailasa Neina Lankesi ||84||
Meaning: "I have a lifespan of billions of years. I don't need to tell you that. I have come for one purpose: to take Mount Kailash to Lanka."
Ovi 85: Vrata Ase Jananisi | Nitya Pujana Tumhansi | Manoratha Purvave Bhaktisi | Kripasindhu Datara ||85||
Meaning: "My mother has a vow to worship You daily. O Ocean of Mercy, please fulfill my heart's desire for the sake of her devotion."
Ovi 86: Ishwara Mhene Ravanasi | Jari Chada Ase Pujesi | Kaya Karisi Kailasasi | Atmalinga Tuja Deto Ata ||86||
Meaning: Lord Shiva said to Ravana, "If you only want to worship Me, why bother taking the entire mountain? I shall give you my Atma-Linga instead."
Ovi 87: Je Je Manichi Vasana | Purel Twarita Aika Jana | Linga Ase Prana Apana | Mhononi Didhale Ravanasi ||87||
Meaning: "Every wish of yours will be fulfilled by this. Know that this Linga is My very life-force (Prana)." Saying this, He gave it to Ravana.
Ovi 88: Puja Kari Vela Tinhi | Ashtottara Shata Japa Karoni | Rudrabhisheke Abhishekoni | Puja Karavi Ekachitte ||88||
Meaning: "Worship it three times a day. Perform 108 chants and the Rudra-Abhisheka with a focused mind."
Ovi 89: Varshe Tin Je Pujiti | Techi Majhe Swarupa Oti | Je Je Mani Ichhiti | Te Te Pavati Avadhara ||89||
Meaning: "Whoever worships this for three years will become My very form. Whatever they desire, they shall attain."
Ovi 90: He Linga Ase Jayapasi | Mrutyu Nahi Ga Pariyēsi | Darshanamatre Mahadoshi | Uddhartil Avadhara ||90||
Meaning: "Listen! He who possesses this Linga will never face death. Even the greatest sinners will be liberated just by seeing it."
Ovi 91: Thevu Nako Bhumivari | Jovari Pave Tujhi Nagari | Varshe Tin Puja Kari | Tuchi Ishwara Hoshila ||91||
Meaning: "Do not place it on the ground until you reach your city. Worship it for three years, and you yourself will become Shiva."
Ovi 92: Vara Ladhoni Lankeshwara | Niropa Deta Karpuragaura | Karuni Sashtanga Namaskara | Nighala Twarita Lankesi ||92||
Meaning: Having received the boon, Ravana bowed to the Lord and immediately set off for Lanka.
Ovi 93: Ituka Hota Avasara | Narada Hota Rushishwara | Nighoni Gela Vege Satvara | Amarpura Indrabhuvana ||93||
Meaning: At that moment, the great Sage Narada, who had witnessed everything, rushed to Indra’s palace in the heavenly realm.
Ovi 94: Narada Mhene Indrasi | Kaya Swastha Chitte Baislasi | Amartva Didhale Ravanasi | Lakshmi Geli Aji Tumchi ||94||
Meaning: Narada said to Indra, "How can you sit so calmly? Ravana has been granted immortality. Your glory and power are gone today!"
Ovi 95: Chirayu Jhala Lankeshwara | Pranalinga Deta Karpuragaura | Anika Didhala Ase Vara | Tuchi Ishwara Hoshila ||95||
Meaning: "Ravana has become immortal. Lord Shiva has given him His Atma-Linga and a boon that he will become Shiva Himself."
Ovi 96: Varshe Tin Pujiliyasi | Tuchi Majhe Swarupa Hosi | Tujhe Nagara Kailasi | Mrutyu Nahi Kada Tuja ||96||
Meaning: "The Lord told him: 'In three years, you will be My form, your city will be Kailash, and you will never die.'"
Ovi 97: Tehetisa Koti Deva Kothuni | Sutati Ata Tumhansi ||97||
Meaning: "How will the thirty-three crore gods ever be freed from his bondage now?"
Ovi 98: Jave Twarita Tumhi Ata | Seva Karavi Lankanatha | Urvashi Rambha Menaka | Twarita Bhetisa Nyavya Ravanache ||98||
Meaning: "You should go and serve him now. Take Urvashi, Rambha, and Menaka to please Ravana, for he is now all-powerful."
Ovi 99: Aise Vachana Aikoni | Indra Bhayabhita Mani | Narada Vinavi Kara Joduni | Kaya Karave Mhanatase ||99||
Meaning: Hearing this, Indra was terrified. He folded his hands and asked Narada, "What should we do now?"
Ovi 100: Narada Mhene Indrasi | Upaya Kaya Twaritesi | Jave Tumhi Brahmayasi | Tayasi Upaya Karil ||100||
Meaning: Narada replied, "The only way is to go to Lord Brahma immediately. He will find a solution to this crisis."
Ovi 101: Indra Naradasamveta | Gele Brahmaloka Twarita | Vistaronia Vruttanta | Sange Indra Brahmayasi ||101||
Meaning: Indra, along with Narada, rushed to Brahmaloka. There, Indra explained the entire situation regarding Ravana and the Atma-Linga to Lord Brahma.
Ovi 102: Brahma Mhene Indrasi | Jave Twarita Vaikunthasi | Daityevari Hrushikeshi | Upaya Karil Nirdhare ||102||
Meaning: Brahma said to Indra, "Go to Vaikuntha immediately. Only Lord Vishnu (Hrushikeshi) can find a definitive solution to stop this demon."
Ovi 103: Mhoni Nighale Tighajana | Pavale Twarita Vaikunthabhuvana | Bhetala Tatkala Narayana | Sangati Vruttanta Ravanacha ||103||
Meaning: The three (Indra, Narada, and Brahma) reached Vaikuntha and met Lord Narayana, informing Him about Ravana's new-found power.
Ovi 104: Virinchi Mhene Vishnusi | Pratikara Karava Vegesi | Karane Ase Tumhansi | Rama-Avatari Pariyēsa ||104||
Meaning: Brahma (Virinchi) said to Vishnu, "Act quickly to counter this. Remember, you have to take the Rama-avatar in the future to defeat him."
Ovi 105: Tehetisa Koti Devansi | Ghatale Ase Bandisi | Yachi Karane Tumhansi | Karane Ase Avadhara ||105||
Meaning: "He has imprisoned thirty-three crore gods. For their sake, you must intervene now."
Ovi 106: Ishwarache Pranalinga | Gheuni Gela Rakshasa Changa | Ata Ravana Nahi Bhanga | Tochi Hoil Ishwara ||106||
Meaning: "The demon has taken Shiva's life-force (Prana-Linga). Now he is invincible; he will become like Shiva himself."
Ovi 107: Twarita Upaya Karava Yasi | Pudhe Jada Hoil Tumhansi | Nirdalavaya Rakshasansi | Avataroni Tumhicha Yave ||107||
Meaning: "Find a way fast, or it will be too difficult later. You alone must manifest to destroy these demons."
Ovi 108: Aise Vinavi Chaturanan | Mag Kopon Narayana | Karya Nasel Mhanon | Nighala Jhadakar Kailasa ||108||
Meaning: Upon Brahma's request, Vishnu realized the gravity of the situation and immediately set out toward Kailash.
Ovi 109: Vishnu Ala Ishwarapashi | Mhene Shankara Pariyēsi | Pranalinga Ravanasi | Dyavaya Karane Tumha Kaya ||109||
Meaning: Vishnu reached Shiva and asked, "O Shankara, why did You give Your Prana-Linga to such a demon?"
Ovi 110: Ravana Krura Mahadaitya | Suravara Sakala Tyache Bhrutya | Karagruhi Asati Samasta | Kēvi Sutati Sanga Amha ||110||
Meaning: "Ravana is cruel. All gods are his servants or in his prison. Tell us, how will they ever be freed now?"
Ovi 111: Aise Durachariyasi | Vara Deta Ulhasi | Devatva Gele Tyache Gharasi | Gheil Swarga Nirdhare To ||111||
Meaning: "By granting such a boon to a sinner, all divine power has gone to his house. He will surely seize Heaven next."
Ovi 112: Ishwara Mhene Vishnusi | Tushtalo Tayache Bhaktisi | Visara Padala Amhansi | Santoshē Didhale Pranalinga ||112||
Meaning: Shiva replied, "I was so pleased with his devotion that I forgot everything and gave him the Linga in my joy."
Ovi 113: Apule Shira Chhedoni Dekha | Veena Kela Swahastaka | Saptaswara Vedadika | Gayana Kele Santoshē ||113||
Meaning: "He cut his own head to make a Veena and sang the Vedas and the seven notes with such beauty."
Ovi 114: Jari Magata Parvatisi | Deto Satya Pariyēsi | Bhuli Padali Bhaktisi | Linga Nēle Prana Majha ||114||
Meaning: "Had he asked for Parvati, I would have given her too! I was mesmerized by his devotion, and he took my very life (Linga)."
Ovi 115: Vishnu Mhene Umakanta | Tumhi Aisa Vara Deta | Amha Sayasa Hoya Tattvata | Daitya Unmatta Hotati ||115||
Meaning: Vishnu said, "O Umakanta, when You give such boons, it is we who have to struggle. The demons become arrogant and uncontrollable."
Ovi 116: Devadvija Lokansi | Pida Kariti Bahuvashi | Karane Amhansi | Avatara Dharane Ghadate Dekha ||116||
Meaning: "They torment gods and Brahmins, forcing us to take incarnations to restore order."
Ovi 117: Kadhi Didhale Linga Tyasi | Nēle Asel Lankesi | Shankara Mhene Vishnusi | Pancha Ghati Jhalya Ata ||117||
Meaning: Vishnu asked, "When did You give it? He must have reached Lanka!" Shiva replied, "It has been five Ghatikas (about 2 hours)."
Ovi 118: Aiktacha Shivavachana | Upaya Kari Narayana | Dhadile Chakra Sudarshana | Surya-Ada Vhavaya ||118||
Meaning: Hearing this, Vishnu acted. He sent the Sudarshana Chakra to hide the Sun, creating an artificial sunset.
Ovi 119: Bolavuni Naradasi | Sangatase Hrushikeshi | Tumhi Jave Twaritesi | Ravana Jato Lankesi Dekha ||119||
Meaning: Vishnu then told Narada, "Go quickly! Ravana is on his way to Lanka."
Ovi 120: Margi Jauoni Tayasi | Vilamba Karava Pariyēsi | Jau Na Dyave Lankesi | Twarita Jave Mhanatase ||120||
Meaning: "Meet him on the way and delay him. Do not let him reach Lanka with that Linga."
Ovi 121: Chakra Jhale Surya-Ada | Snanasandhya Ravana Chada | Tumhi Jauonia Drudha | Vilamba Karava Tayasi ||121||
Meaning: "The Chakra has hidden the Sun. Ravana is very particular about his evening prayers (Sandhya). Use this to delay him."
Ovi 122: Aikonia Shrivishnuchya Bola | Narada Twarita Nighon Gela | Manovēge Pavala | Jethe Hota Lankanatha ||122||
Meaning: Narada obeyed and reached Ravana with the speed of thought.
Ovi 123: Naradate Pathavuni | Vishnu Vichari Apulya Mani | Ganeshashi Bolavuni | Pathavu Mhene Vighnasi ||123||
Meaning: After Narada left, Vishnu summoned Lord Ganesha to create an obstacle (Vighna).
Ovi 124: Bolavuni Ganeshashi | Sange Vishnu Pariyēsi | Kaisa Ravana Tujasi | Sada Upekshito ||124||
Meaning: Vishnu said to Ganesha, "See how Ravana always ignores and disrespects You?"
Ovi 125: Sakala Deva Tuja Vanditi | Tyache Manoratha Purati | Tuja Je Ka Upekshiti | Vighne Badhati Tayansi ||125||
Meaning: "All gods worship You to succeed, but those who ignore You face obstacles. Ravana must be taught a lesson."
Ovi 126: Tuja Nenata Ravana Dekha | Gheuni Gela Nidhana Aika | Prana Linga Ativishēkha | Nēle Shivajavuluni ||126||
Meaning: "Without Your blessing, he has taken the supreme treasure, the Prana-Linga, from Shiva."
Ovi 127: Ata Tva Karave Eka | Ravanapashi Jauoni Dekha | Kapatarupe Kubjaka | Balavesha Dharonia ||127||
Meaning: "Now, go to him disguised as a small, innocent Brahmin boy (Brahmachari)."
Ovi 128: Vatesi Hoil Astamana | Ravana Karil Sandhyavandana | Narada Gela Yachi Karana | Vilamba Karavaya Daityasi ||128||
Meaning: "It will soon appear to be sunset. Ravana will want to perform his prayers. Narada is already there to delay him."
Ovi 129: Agya Shivachi Ravanasi | Na Thevi Linga Bhumisi | Shauchachamanasamayasi | Apanajavali Na Thevije ||129||
Meaning: "Shiva's command is: do not place the Linga on the ground. But one cannot hold it while performing ritual cleansing."
Ovi 130: Balaveshe Tuva Jave | Shishyarupa Karunabhave | Sukshmarupa Dakhavave | Linga Ghyave Vishwasuni ||130||
Meaning: "Approach him as a humble child. Win his trust and offer to hold the Linga for him."
Ovi 131: Sandhyasamayi Tujhe Hati | Linga Deil Vishwasariti | Tuva Thavave Tatkala Kshiti | Linga Rahil Tethechi ||131||
Meaning: "He will trust You with the Linga. As soon as he is busy, place it on the earth (Kshiti). It will get fixed there forever."
Ovi 132: Yenepari Ganeshashi | Shikavi Vishnu Pariyēsi | Santoshoni Harshi | Bhatuke Mage Taye Vēli ||132||
Meaning: Hearing the plan, Ganesha was pleased and asked for sweets (Bhatuke/snacks) as a reward.
Ovi 133: Ladu Tilava Panchakhadya | Ikshu Khobare Dalima Adya | Sharkara Ghruta Kshira Sadya | Dyave Twarita Apanasi ||133||
Meaning: Ganesha asked for Ladoos, Til-gul, sugarcane, coconut, pomegranate, sugar, ghee, and milk.
Ovi 134: Chane Bhijavun Apanasi | Tandula Lahya Sakharesi | Twarita Bhakshana Karavayashi | Dyave Swami Mhanatase ||134||
Meaning: "Give me soaked chickpeas, rice flakes, and puffed rice to eat quickly!"
Ovi 135: Je Je Magitale Vighneshware | Twarita Didhale Sharngadhare | Bhakshita Nighala Vegavaktra | Brahmacharivesha Dharuni ||135||
Meaning: Vishnu (Sharngadhara) gave Him everything. Eating his snacks, Ganesha set off disguised as a young Brahmin boy.
Ovi 136: Gela Hota Narada Pudhe | Brahmarushi Mahatmya Gadhe | Ubha Thakala Ravanapude | Kavana Kothuni Alasi ||136||
Meaning: Narada was already there. He stood before Ravana and asked, "Who are you and where are you coming from?"
Ovi 137: Ravana Mhene Naradasi | Gelo Hoto Kailasasi | Kele Utkrushta Tapasi | Toshavile Taya Shiva ||137||
Meaning: Ravana said, "I went to Kailash, performed great penance, and pleased Lord Shiva."
Ovi 138: Tēne Prasanna Houni Amhansi | Linga Didhale Pariyēsi | Anika Sangitale Santoshi | Linga Mahima Apara ||138||
Meaning: "He was pleased and gave me this Linga, explaining its infinite greatness."
Ovi 139: Narada Mhene Lankanatha | Daiva Thora Tujhe Ata | Linga Ladhulasi Adbhuta | Jano Amhi Adyanta ||139||
Meaning: Narada said, "O Lord of Lanka, you are indeed fortunate! We know the entire history of this miraculous Linga."
Ovi 140: Dakhavi Linga Amhansi | Khune Olakhu Pariyēsi | Lingalakshana Vistaresi | Sangu Amhi Tujlagi ||140||
Meaning: "Show it to me. I can identify its divine marks and explain its characteristics to you."
Ovi 141: Naradachia Vachanasi | Na Kari Vishwasa Pariyēsi | Dakhavitase Duroni Lingasi | Vyakta Karoni Tya Samayi ||141||
Meaning: Ravana didn't fully trust Narada but showed him the Linga from a distance.
Ovi 142: Narada Mhene Lankesha | Linga Mahimecha Prakara Aisa | Sangen Tuja Bahu Surasa | Baisoni Aike Swastha Chitte ||142||
Meaning: Narada said, "Sit down and listen calmly to the wonderful story of this Linga's origin."
Ovi 143: Linga Upajale Kavane Divasi | Purvi Janile Tayasi | Ekachitte Pariyēsi | Katha Ase Atipurva ||143||
Meaning: "Listen to the ancient tale of when and how this Linga first manifested."
Ovi 144: Giluni Sakala Saurabhasi | Mruga Eka Kalagnisamesi | Brahmandakhanda Pariyēsi | Padila Hota To Mruga ||144||
Meaning: "Once, there was a cosmic deer as fierce as the fire of destruction. It had swallowed all the fragrances of the universe."
Ovi 145: Brahmavishnu Maheshwaransi | Gele Hote Paradhiesi | Mruga Marile Pariyēsi | Bhakshile Meda Taye Vēli ||145||
Meaning: "The Trinity (Brahma, Vishnu, Mahesh) went to hunt this deer. They killed it and consumed its essence."
Ovi 146: Tayasi Hoti Tin Shrunge | Khali Asati Tin Linge | Tighi Ghetali Tin Bhage | Pranalinge Pariyēsa ||146||
Meaning: "That deer had three horns, and beneath them were three Lingas. Each of the Trinity took one part; these are the Prana-Lingas."
Ovi 147: Lingamahima Aik Kani | Je Pujiti Varshe Tini | Techi Ishwara Hoti Nirguni | Vedamurti Techi Hoy ||147||
Meaning: "He who worships this for three years becomes the formless Divine himself."
Ovi 148: Linga Ase Jaye Sthani | Tochi Kailasa Jano Mani | Mahatva Ase Yacha Guni | Brahmavishnuheshwaransi ||148||
Meaning: "The place where this Linga stays becomes Kailash. Even the Trinity values it immensely."
Ovi 149: Ase Anika Eka Barave | Sangen Aik Ekabhave | Ravana Mhene Amha Jane | Ase Twarita Lankesi ||149||
Meaning: Narada said, "Let me tell you one more thing..." but Ravana interrupted, "I must reach Lanka quickly!"
Ovi 150: Mhoni Nighala Mahabali | Narada Mhene Taye Vēli | Suryasta Ase Javali | Sandhyakala Brahmanasi ||150||
Meaning: As Ravana tried to leave, Narada pointed out, "Look, the Sun is setting. It is time for a Brahmin's evening prayers."
Ovi 151: Sahastraveda Acharasi | Sandhyakali Marga Kramisi | Vatesa Hoil Tuja Nishi | Sandhyalopa Hoil ||151||
Meaning: Narada said, "You follow thousands of Vedas, yet you travel during the evening. Night will fall on the way, and your sacred evening prayers (Sandhya) will be missed."
Ovi 152: Amhi Jau Sandhyavandanasi | Mhononi Narada Vinayesi | Pusoniya Ravanasi | Gela Naditira ||152||
Meaning: "I am going to perform my prayers," said Narada humbly. Taking Ravana's leave, he went to the river bank.
Ovi 153: Itukia Avasari | Patala Ganesha Brahmachari | Ravanapude Chachari | Samidha Todi Kautuke ||153||
Meaning: At that moment, Ganesha arrived disguised as a young Brahmin boy. He wandered in front of Ravana, playfully gathering sacrificial wood (Samidha).
Ovi 154: Apanasi | Sandhya Karavi Trikalesi | Sandeha Ghadla Mhanatase ||154||
Meaning: Ravana thought, "I must perform my prayers three times a day as per my vow. Now I am in a dilemma."
Ovi 155: Ishware Sangitale Amhansi | Linga Na Thave Bhumisi | Sandhyasamayo Jhali Nishi | Kaya Karu Mhanatase ||155||
Meaning: "The Lord told me not to put this Linga on the ground. It is evening and will soon be night. What should I do?"
Ovi 156: Tava Dekhila Brahmachari | Ati Sundara Balakapari | Hindatase Naditiri | Dekhila Ravane Taye Veli ||156||
Meaning: Then he saw the Brahmin boy, beautiful as a child, wandering by the river bank.
Ovi 157: Mani Vichari Lankanatha | Brahmachari Kumara Disata | Na Kari Amucha Vishwasaghata | Linga Deu Taya Hati ||157||
Meaning: Ravana thought, "This looks like an innocent Brahmin boy. He won't betray me. I should hand the Linga to him."
Ovi 158: Sandhya Karu Swasthachittesi | Linga Asel Tayapashi | Balaka Ase He Nishchayesi | Mhononi Gela Taya Javali ||158||
Meaning: "I will perform my prayers peacefully while the Linga is with him. He is just a child," he decided and approached the boy.
Ovi 159: Dekhonia Dashashira | Palatase Lambodara | Ravana Jhala Dwijavara | Abhaya Deuni Gela Javali ||159||
Meaning: Seeing the ten-headed Ravana, Ganesha (Lambodara) started running away. Ravana, acting like a gentle Brahmin, called out to him to not be afraid and went near him.
Ovi 160: Ravana Mhene Tayasi | Tu Kavana Ba Sanga Amhansi | Matapita Kavana Tujasi | Kavana Kuli Janma Tujha ||160||
Meaning: Ravana asked, "Who are you, child? Who are your parents and in which lineage were you born?"
Ovi 161: Brahmachari Mhene Ravana | Ituke Pusasi Kavanya Karana | Amuchya Bape Tujhya Runa | Kaya Dyave Sanga Maja ||161||
Meaning: The boy (Ganesha) replied, "Why do you ask so many questions? Did my father take a loan from you that he needs to repay?"
Ovi 162: Hasonia Lankeshwara | Lobhe Dharila Tyacha Kara | Sanga Balaka Kavanacha Kumara | Pritibhave Pusato Mi ||162||
Meaning: Laughing, Ravana took the boy’s hand affectionately and said, "Tell me, whose son are you? I ask out of love."
Ovi 163: Brahmachari Mhene Ravanasi | Amucha Pita Kaya Pusasi | Jatadhari Bhasmangasi | Rudraksha Mala Asati Dekha ||163||
Meaning: The boy said, "Why ask about my father? He has matted hair, rubs ash on his body, and wears Rudraksha beads."
Ovi 164: Shankara Mhanti Tayashi | Bhiksha Magane Aharnishi | Vrusharudha Uma Sarasi | Janani Te Jaganmata ||164||
Meaning: "He is called Shankara. He begs for alms day and night. He rides a bull, and my mother is Uma, the Mother of the Universe."
Ovi 165: Ituke Amhansi Pusotosi | Tuja Dekhta Bhaya Manasi | Bahuta Vate Pariyēsi | Soda Hata Jau De ||165||
Meaning: "You ask too much, and I am scared of you. Please let go of my hand and let me go!"
Ovi 166: Ravana Mhene Brahmachari | Tava Pita Ase Daridri | Bhiksha Mage Gharoghari | Saukhya Tuja Kahi Nase ||166||
Meaning: Ravana said, "Your father is poor and begs from door to door. You have no comfort there."
Ovi 167: Amuche Nagara Lankapura | Ratnakhachita Ase Sundara | Amhasave Chala Satvara | Devapuja Karit Jai ||167||
Meaning: "My city, Lanka, is beautiful and filled with gems. Come with me, and you can perform my daily worship there."
Ovi 168: Je Je Magasi Amhansi | Sakala Dein Pariyēsi | Sukhe Rahave Majapashi | Mhene Ravana Taye Veli ||168||
Meaning: "I will give you whatever you ask for. Live happily with me," offered Ravana.
Ovi 169: Brahmachari Mhene Tyasi | Lankesi Bahuta Rakshasi | Amhi Balaka Aranyavasi | Khatil Tethe Jatanchi ||169||
Meaning: The boy replied, "There are many demons in Lanka. We are simple forest children; they will eat us as soon as we arrive!"
Ovi 170: Na Yeu Tujhiya Nagarasi | Soda Jau Gharasi | Kshudhe Pidato Bahuvasi | Mhononi Bhakshtito Bhatuke ||170||
Meaning: "I won't come to your city. Let me go home; I am very hungry, which is why I am eating these snacks."
Ovi 171: Ituke Aikoni Lankanatha | Tya Balaka Sambodhita | Linga Dhari Aise Mhanat | Mi Sandhya Karin Tovari ||171||
Meaning: Hearing this, Ravana tried to persuade the boy. "Just hold this Linga for a moment while I finish my prayers."
Ovi 172: Balaka Vinavi Tayasi | Na Dhari Linga Pariyēsi | Mi Brahmachari Aranyavasi | Upadravu Nako Mhanatase ||172||
Meaning: The boy pleaded, "I won't hold it. I am a simple forest dweller; do not trouble me."
Ovi 173: Tava Linga Ase Jada | Mi Pana Bala Ase Veda | Na Ghe Linga Jau De Soda | Dharma Ghadela Tujlagi ||173||
Meaning: "Your Linga is very heavy, and I am a small, innocent child. Let me go; it will be a virtuous act on your part."
Ovi 174: Nanapari Sambodhita | Linga Deta Lankanatha | Sandhya Karavaya Apana Twarita | Samudratiri Baisala ||174||
Meaning: After much persuasion, Ravana handed over the Linga and sat by the seashore to quickly start his prayers.
Ovi 175: Brahmachari Tayasi | Ubha Vinavitase Ravanasi | Jada Jhalia Apanasi | Thevin Twarita Bhumivari ||175||
Meaning: Standing there, the boy warned Ravana, "If it becomes too heavy for me, I will put it on the ground immediately."
Ovi 176: Vela Tini Pariyēsi | Bolavin Tumhansi | Vela Lagalia Pariyēsi | Apana Thevin Bhumivari ||176||
Meaning: "I will call you three times. If you are delayed, I will place it on the earth."
Ovi 177: Aisa Nirdhara Karoni | Ubha Ganesha Linga Gheuni | Samasta Deva Vimani | Baisoni Pahati Kautuke ||177||
Meaning: With this agreement, Ganesha stood holding the Linga, while all the gods watched the spectacle from their celestial chariots.
Ovi 178: Arghyasamayi Ravanasi | Bolavi Ganesha Pariyēsi | Jada Jhale Linga Amhansi | Satvara Gha Ga Mhanatase ||178||
Meaning: At the time of the first offering (Arghya), Ganesha called out, "It's getting heavy! Come and take it quickly!"
Ovi 179: Nyasapurvaka Arghya Dekha | Ravana Kari Ati Viveka | Hata Dakhavi Balaka | Yeto Rahe Mhononi ||179||
Meaning: Ravana, performing his rituals with deep focus, gestured with his hand for the boy to wait, signaling that he was coming.
Ovi 180: Anika Kshanabhara Rahoni | Ganesha Bole Vela Doni | Jada Jhale Mhanoni | Shighra Yave Mhanatase ||180||
Meaning: After a moment, Ganesha called out for the second time, "It is too heavy now! Come fast!"
Ovi 181: Na Ye Ravana Dhyanastha | Ganesha Ase Vicharita | Samasta Devante Sakshi Karita | Linga Thevit Bhumivari ||181||
Meaning: Ravana, lost in meditation, did not come. Ganesha then made all the gods witnesses and placed the Linga on the ground.
Ovi 182: Shrivishnute Smaroni | Linga Thevile Sthaponi | Santosha Jahala Gagani | Pushpe Varshati Suravara ||182||
Meaning: Remembering Lord Vishnu, He installed the Linga. The heavens rejoiced, and the gods showered flowers from above.
Ovi 183: Arghya Devoni Lankeshwara | Nighoni Ala Satvara | Linga Dekhile Bhumivara | Mani Vikala Jahala ||183||
Meaning: Finishing his prayers, Ravana rushed back only to find the Linga on the ground. He was overcome with grief.
Ovi 184: Aveshoni Ravana Dekha | Those Mari Gananayaka | Hasyavadana Rade To Aika | Bhumivari Lolatase ||184||
Meaning: In a fit of rage, Ravana struck Ganesha. The boy, who was actually the Lord, began to cry and rolled on the ground.
Ovi 185: Mhene Majhiya Pitayasi | Sangen Ata Twaritesi | Ka Marile Maja Balakasi | Mhononi Radat Nighala Dekha ||185||
Meaning: "I will tell my father that you hit an innocent child!" cried the boy as he ran away.
Ovi 186: Maga Ravana Kaya Kari | Linga Dharonia Druda Kari | Uchalu Gela Nanapari | Bhumisahita Halatase ||186||
Meaning: Ravana then tried to lift the Linga with all his strength. He pulled and tugged, but the entire Earth shook along with it.
Ovi 187: Kape Dharani Taye Veli | Ravana Uchali Mahabali | Na Ye Linga Shira Aphali | Mahabali Rahila ||187||
Meaning: The Earth trembled as the mighty Ravana tried to uproot it. When it wouldn't move, he began hitting his own head in despair.
Ovi 188: Nama Pavila Yachi Karane | Mahabaleshwara Linga Jane | Muradoni Odhita Ravane | Gokarnakara Jahale ||188||
Meaning: Because of the immense strength used to pull it, it was named Mahabaleshwar. Because Ravana twisted it while pulling, it took the shape of a cow's ear (Gokarna).
Ovi 189: Aise Karita Lankanatha | Maguti Gela Tapartha | Khyati Jhali Gokarnant | Samasta Deva Tethe Ale ||189||
Meaning: After this, Ravana went back to perform penance. Gokarna became famous, and all the gods descended there to worship.
Ovi 190: Anika Ase Apara Mahima | Sangatase Anupama | Skandapurana Varnili Sima | Prakhyada Ase Pariyēsa ||190||
Meaning: The greatness of this place is boundless and unique, as described in the Skanda Purana.
Ovi 191: Aikoni Siddhache Vachana | Namadharaka Santoshon | Punarapi Charana Lage Jana | Mhene Saraswati Gangadharu ||191||
Meaning: Hearing Siddha's words, Namadharaka was filled with joy and again bowed at his feet. Thus says Saraswati Gangadhar.
Iti Shrigurucharitraparmakathakalpatarau Shrinrusinhasaraswatyupakhyane Siddhanamadharakasamvade Gokarna Mahima Varnan Nama Shashtho-Adhyayah ||191|| 🙏🙇🏻
Shri Gurudattatreyaarpanmastu॥
Conclusion
The Victory of Wisdom over Ego
As the curtain falls on this chapter, we see the beginning of a grand plan by the Devas and Sage Narada. The narrative leaves us at a cliffhanger where the invincible Ravana is heading toward Lanka with the ultimate prize.
Writer:- Mantra Stotra Jyoti
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