Shri Gurucharitra - Chapter 7
Gokarnamahimavarnana
(English translation)
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The Sacred Gateway to Redemption: An Introduction to Chapter 7
The Shri Guru Charitra is not merely a book; it is a spiritual lighthouse for millions of seekers. It chronicles the divine incarnations of Lord Dattatreya, specifically focusing on the lives and teachings of Shri Shripad Shrivallabh and Shri Nrusimha Saraswati.
Chapter 7 serves as a profound discourse on the transformative power of pilgrimage and the boundless mercy of the Divine. In this chapter, we transition from the miraculous deeds of Shri Shripad Shrivallabh at Kuravpur to the spiritual majesty of Gokarna Mahabaleshwar. Through the story of King Kalmashapada and the teachings of Sage Gautama, the narrative explores the mechanics of Karma, the weight of sin, and the ultimate path to purification.
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 | Gokarnamahima Amhansi | Niropije Swami Krupesi | Purvi Kavana Saksha Zhali ||1||
Meaning: Namadharaka said to Sage Siddha, "O Swami, by your grace, please describe the greatness of Gokarna Kshetra to us. Who had witnessed or experienced the divine power of this holy place in ancient times?"
Ovi 2: Samasta Tirtha Sanduni | Shripad Gele Kimkarani | Purvi Adhara Kela Kavani | Purana Katha Sanga Maja ||2||
Meaning: "Why did Shripad Shrivallabha leave all other holy places to reside in Gokarna (Gokarna-Mahabaleshwar)? What ancient legend was the basis for this? Please narrate that mythological story to me."
Ovi 3: Jya-vari Asele Guruchi Priti | Tirthamahima Aikane Chitti | Vancha Hotase Jnanajyoti | Krupasindhu Gururaya ||3||
Meaning: "Only those who are blessed with the Guru's love feel a deep desire to hear the significance of holy places. O Ocean of Mercy, my Master, I long for the light of knowledge to shine within me."
Ovi 4: Siddha Mhene Namadharakasi | Gokarnamahima Maja Pusasi | Sangena Tuja Vistaresi | Ekachitte Pariyasa ||4||
Meaning: Sage Siddha replied to Namadharaka, "Since you have asked me about the glory of Gokarna, I shall explain it to you in detail. Listen with a focused and attentive mind."
Ovi 5: Purvayugi Ikshvakuvanshi | Mitrasaha Raja Pariyasi | Pratapavanta Kshatriyarashi | Sarvadharmarata Dekha ||5||
Meaning: In an ancient era, there lived a king named Mitrasaha in the Ikshvaku dynasty. He was an incredibly powerful Kshatriya and was deeply devoted to following all religious duties (Dharma).
Ovi 6: Raja Sakalashastrajna | Viveki Ase Shrutinipuna | Baladhya Shura Mahabhima | Vidyodyogi Dayanidhi ||6||
Meaning: The king was an expert in all scriptures, wise, proficient in the Vedas, strong, brave, industrious in learning, and a reservoir of compassion.
Ovi 7: Asata Raja Eke Divashi | Vinode Nigala Paradhesi | Praveshala Mahavanasi | Vasati Shardula Simha Jethe ||7||
Meaning: One day, for recreation, the king went out hunting. He entered a massive, dense forest where fierce tigers and lions resided.
Ovi 8: Nirmanushya Aranyat | Raja Paradhi Khelata | Bhetala Tethe Adbhuta | Daitya Jvalakara Bhayanaka ||8||
Meaning: While hunting in that uninhabited forest, the king suddenly encountered a terrifying demon who appeared as formidable and radiant as a blazing flame.
Ovi 9: Raja Dekhoni Tayasi | Varshata Shara Zhala Kopesi | Murchana Yeuni Dharanisi | Padala Daitya Taye Veli ||9||
Meaning: Upon seeing the demon, the king furiously showered him with arrows. Consequently, the demon lost consciousness and fell to the ground immediately.
Ovi 10: Hota Tayacha Bandhu Javali | Akrandatase Prabali | Pashana Hani Kapali | Bandhushoke Karoniya ||10||
Meaning: The demon's brother was nearby and began to wail loudly. Overwhelmed by grief for his brother, he began striking his own forehead with a stone.
Ovi 11: Prana Tyajita Nishachara | Bandhusi Mhanatase Yera | Jari Tu Hosi Mazha Sahodara | Suda Ghei Mazha Tu ||11||
Meaning: While breathing his last, the demon said to his brother, "If you are truly my own brother, then you must avenge my death and take revenge on this king."
Ovi 12: Aise Boloni Bandhusi | Daitya Pavala Panchatvasi | Aneka Mayapashi | Nararupa Dharile Taye Veli ||12||
Meaning: After saying this, the demon died. His brother, using his many illusory and magical powers, immediately took the form of a human and approached the king.
Ovi 13: Rupa Dharoni Manavache | Saumya Vani Bole Vache | Sevakatva Kari Rajayache | Atinamratve Boloniya ||13||
Meaning: Assuming a human form and speaking in a very gentle and polite voice, he addressed the king with great humility and entered into his service as a servant.
Ovi 14: Seva Kari Nanapari | Sevakache Sarakhe Mana Dhari | Kitika Divasanvari | Vanantari Raja Hota Dekha ||14||
Meaning: He served the king in various ways and behaved like a very loyal servant. The king remained in that forest for several more days.
Ovi 15: Samasta Mruga Jinkuni | Dushta Jivate Vadhoni | Raja Ala Paratoni | Apulya Nagara Pariyasa ||15||
Meaning: After hunting many wild animals and slaying wicked, fierce creatures, the king finally returned to his capital city along with the disguised demon-servant.
Ovi 16: Aise Asata Eke Divashi | Pitrushraddha Ale Pariyasi | Amantrana Sange Rushinsi | Vasishthadika Pariyasa ||16||
Meaning: Some days later, the day arrived for the king to perform the ancestral rites (Shraddha). He invited great sages like Vashistha and others to the palace.
Ovi 17: Te Divashi Raja Neme Swayampaka | Karavitase Saviveka | Kapatye Hota To Sevaka | Taya Sthani Thevila ||17||
Meaning: On that day, the king carefully arranged for the feast to be prepared. However, the deceitful demon-servant was also stationed in the kitchen area.
Ovi 18: Raja Mhane Tayasi | Pakasthani Tu Vasasi | Je Je Magela Bhanavasi | Sarva Anuni Twa Dyave ||18||
Meaning: The king said to that servant, "You stay in the kitchen. Whatever the cook (Bhanavasi) asks for, you must fetch and provide it to him immediately."
Ovi 19: Angikaroni To Sevaka | Naramamsa Anoni Dekha | Kapatyabhave Karavi Paka | Keli Shaka Taye Veli ||19||
Meaning: The servant agreed, but with a wicked mind, he brought human flesh. Through deception, he had it cooked into a vegetable dish to ruin the king.
Ovi 20: Thaya Ghalita Rushishwaransi | Pahilecha Vadhile Naramamsasi | Pahata Kopa Ala Vasishthasi | Didhala Shapa Taye Veli ||20||
Meaning: When the meal was served to the sages, the dish of human flesh was served first. Seeing this, Sage Vashistha was enraged and immediately cursed the king.
Ovi 21: Vasishtha Mhane Rayasi | Naramamsa Vadhile Amhansi | Tvarita Brahmarakshasa Hosi | Mhono Shapa Didhala ||21||
Meaning: Sage Vashistha said to the King, "You have served us human flesh! Therefore, I curse you that you shall immediately turn into a 'Brahmarakshasa' (a celestial demon)!"
Ovi 22: Shapa Deta Taye Kali | Raja Kopala Tatkali | Aparadha Nasata Prabali | Vaya Maja Ka Shapile ||22||
Meaning: As soon as the curse was given, the King also became angry. He thought, "Why have I been cursed so severely without having committed any significant crime?"
Ovi 23: Nene Mamsapaka Koni Kela | Mazha Niropa Nahi Zhala | Vruthu Amute Shapa Didhala | Apana Shapina Mhanatase ||23||
Meaning: The King said, "I do not know who cooked this meat, nor did I give such an order. You have cursed me in vain; now I shall curse you in return!"
Ovi 24: Udaka Gheuni Anjuli | Shapavaya Siddha Zhala Taye Kali | Tava Rajapatni Yeuni Javali | Varji Apule Patite ||24||
Meaning: The King took water in his palms, ready to cast a counter-curse. At that moment, his wife (Madayanti) came near and stopped her husband from cursing the Sage.
Ovi 25: Patisi Mhene Te Nari | Gurusi Shapita Dosha Bhari | Vanduni Tayache Charana Dhari | Tene Bhavasagara Tarashila ||25||
Meaning: The Queen said to her husband, "It is a great sin to curse one's Guru. Instead, bow down and hold his feet; that alone will help you cross the ocean of worldly existence."
Ovi 26: Madayanti Satiche Vachana | Manita Zhala Raja Apana | Anjuliche Udaka Jana | Taki Apule Charanavari ||26||
Meaning: Respecting the words of the virtuous Madayanti, the King changed his mind. He poured the water from his palms onto his own feet instead of casting it at the Sage.
Ovi 27: Shapa Deta Kalmashapani | Padale Rajache Charani | Kalmashapada Nama Mhanoni | Brahmarakshasa Zhala To Rava ||27||
Meaning: Because the water intended for the curse was polluted with anger, it blackened the King's feet where it fell. Thus, he became known as 'Kalmashapada' (the one with stained feet) and turned into a Brahmarakshasa.
Ovi 28: Rajapatni Yeuni Pariyasi | Lagali Vasishthacharanasi | Uddhari Swami Balakasi | Evadha Kopa Kaya Kaja ||28||
Meaning: The Queen fell at Sage Vashistha’s feet and pleaded, "O Master, please deliver my husband from this state. Why hold such great anger against him?"
Ovi 29: Karunavachana Aikoni | Shanta Zhala Vasishtha Muni | Varshe Bara Kramoni | Punarapi Raja Hoshila ||29||
Meaning: Hearing her compassionate plea, Sage Vashistha calmed down and gave a remedy: "After twelve years have passed, you shall regain your form as a King."
Ovi 30: Ushapa Deuni Vasishtha Rishi | Gela Apule Sthanasi | Brahmarakshasa Raja Pariyasi | Houni Gela Vanantara ||30||
Meaning: After granting the partial relief from the curse, Sage Vashistha returned to his hermitage. Meanwhile, the King, as a Brahmarakshasa, retreated into the deep forest.
Ovi 31: Nirmanushya Aranyat | Raja Rahila Prakhyata | Bhakshitase Aneka Janta | Pashumanushya Adikuruni ||31||
Meaning: The King lived in that uninhabited forest, becoming notorious. In his demonic form, he began devouring various creatures, including animals and humans.
Ovi 32: Aise Kramita Taye Vani | Margastha Dampatye Doni | Brahmana Jata Marga Kramuni | Dekhila Rakshasa Bhayasura ||32||
Meaning: While he was spending his days in the forest, a Brahmin couple happened to pass through that way. They saw the terrifying and fearsome demon.
Ovi 33: Yeuni Dhari Brahmanasi | Vyaghra Jaisa Pashusi | Gheuni Gela Bhakshavayasi | Viprastri Samagame ||33||
Meaning: Like a tiger pouncing on its prey, the demon seized the Brahmin. He took him away to devour him, while the Brahmin's wife followed, pleading in distress.
Ovi 34: Atishoka Kari Brahmani | Jauni Lage Rakshasacharani | Rakhe Majala Ahevapani | Praneshwarate Sodi Pitaya ||34||
Meaning: The Brahmin woman grieved immensely and fell at the demon's feet. She begged, "O Father-like one, spare my husband and let me remain a 'Suhasini' (a woman whose husband is alive)."
Ovi 35: Na Bhakshi Ga Mazha Pati | Mazhi Tayavari Atipriti | Maja Bhakshi Ga Mhene Sumati | Vallabhate Sodoniya ||35||
Meaning: She said, "Do not eat my husband; I love him dearly. Instead, O wise one, release my beloved and eat me."
Ovi 36: Pativin Rahata Nari | Janma Vruthachi Dagadapari | Pahile Mate Swikari | Prana Rakhe Patiche ||36||
Meaning: "A woman's life without her husband is as useless as a stone. Accept me first and save my husband's life."
Ovi 37: Pati Lavanya Purvavayesi | Vedashastraparangesi | Yacha Prana Jari Tu Rakshisi | Jagi Hoila Tuja Punya ||37||
Meaning: "My husband is young, handsome, and an expert in the Vedas and Shastras. If you spare his life, you will earn great merit in this world."
Ovi 38: Krupa Kari Ga Amhavari | Hoina Tuzhi Kanya Kumari | Maja Putra Hotila Jari | Nama Vadhavina Tuzhe Mi ||38||
Meaning: "Have mercy on us. I will be like a daughter to you. If I am blessed with sons, I shall name them after you to carry on your legacy."
Ovi 39: Aise Nanapari Dekha | Viprastri Kari Mahadukha | Bola Na Manoni Rakshase Aika | Tya Brahmanate Bhakshile ||39||
Meaning: Despite the Brahmin woman's heart-wrenching pleas in various ways, the demon did not listen and devoured the Brahmin.
Ovi 40: Patite Bhakshile Dekhoni | Shapa Vadali Te Brahmani | Mhene Rakshasa Aika Kani | Shapa Mazha Nirdhare ||40||
Meaning: Seeing her husband being devoured, the Brahmin woman cast a curse. She said, "O Demon, listen carefully to my words, for this curse is certain."
Ovi 41: Tu Raja Suryavanshi | Shapa-stava Rakshasa Zhalasi | Pudhe Maguti Raja Hosi | Dwadasha Varshe Kramoni ||41||
Meaning: "You are a King of the Surya dynasty, and you became a demon due to a curse. You will indeed become a King again after twelve years have passed."
Ovi 42: Pari Ramata Striyesave | Prana Jaila Swabhave | Anatha Bhakshile Dushta Bhave | Duratmya Tu Rakshasa ||42||
Meaning: "But the moment you try to unite with your wife, you shall naturally lose your life. This is because, O wicked soul, you have heartlessly devoured my innocent and helpless husband."
Ovi 43: Shapa Deuni Taye Vali | Paticha Asthi Milavuni Javali | Kashthe Ghaloniya Prabali | Agnipravesha Kela Tine ||43||
Meaning: After casting this curse, she gathered her husband's remains (ashes/bones). Building a large funeral pyre, she bravely entered the fire to perform 'Sati'.
Ovi 44: Aise Asata Rava Dekha | Kremi Bara Varshe Nika | Punarapi Raja Houni Aika | Ala Apule Nagarasi ||44||
Meaning: Thus, the King completed twelve long years as a demon. Eventually, he regained his human form and returned to his capital city.
Ovi 45: Viprastriyeche Shapavachana | Striyesi Sangitali Khuna | Mhene Sanga Karita Tatkshna | Mrutyu Ase Apanasi ||45||
Meaning: Remembering the Brahmin woman's curse, the King informed his wife about it. He warned her, "The moment we share an intimate union, my death will occur instantly."
Ovi 46: Aikoni Patiche Vachana | Madayanti Duhkha Kari Apana | Mana Karuni Nirvāna | Tyajavaya Prāna Pahatase ||46||
Meaning: Hearing her husband's words, Queen Madayanti was filled with deep sorrow. In her despair, she even contemplated ending her own life.
Ovi 47: Madayanti Mhene Rayasi | Santana Nahi Tumche Vanshasi | Vani Kashtala Bara Varshi | Apule Karma Na Chukechi ||47||
Meaning: Madayanti said to the King, "Your lineage has no heir. You suffered for twelve years in the forest, yet it seems one cannot escape the consequences of their past deeds (Karma)."
Ovi 48: Aikoni Satiche Vachana | Shoke Datala Atigahana | Ashru Ale Netrantuna | Kaya Karu Mhanatase ||48||
Meaning: Hearing the Queen's words, the King was overwhelmed with intense grief. Tears welled up in his eyes as he cried out, "What should I do now?"
Ovi 49: Mantrivruddha-purohitansi | Bolavile Pariyasi | Brahmahatya Ghadali Amhansi | Vimochana Hoy Kavane-pari ||49||
Meaning: He summoned his ministers, elders, and priests. He asked them, "I have committed the sin of killing a Brahmin (Brahmahatya). How can I be liberated from this grave sin?"
Ovi 50: Mantrivruddha-purohita | Tayasi Mhanti Aika Mata | Tirthe Acharavi Samasta | Tene Punita Vhala Tumhi ||50||
Meaning: The ministers and priests advised him, "Listen to our words; you must visit all the holy pilgrimage sites. By doing so, you shall be purified."
Ovi 51: Karoni Aisa Vichara | Raja Nighe Tirtha Sachara | Sarva Tirthaparikara | Vidhipurvaka Karitase ||51||
Meaning: Following this advice, the King set out on a sincere pilgrimage. He began visiting all the holy places, performing the prescribed rituals with great devotion.
Ovi 52: Jya Jya Tirtha Jaya Apana | Aneka Punya Kari Jana | Yajnadika Karma Annadana | Brahmanadika Detase ||52||
Meaning: Whichever holy place he visited, he performed numerous virtuous deeds. He conducted sacrificial rituals (Yajnas) and distributed food and charity to Brahmins and the needy.
Ovi 53: Aisi Nana Tirthe Karita | Pari Brahmahatya Savechi Yeta | Aghorarupi Ase Disata | Kavane-pari Na Jayachi ||53||
Meaning: Despite visiting so many holy places, the sin of 'Brahmahatya' followed him like a shadow. It appeared in a terrifying form and would not leave him under any circumstances.
Ovi 54: Kashtoni Raja Bahutapari | Nirvāna Houni Manabhitari | Hindata Patala Mithilapuri | Chintagrasta Hovoniya ||54||
Meaning: After suffering much and feeling dejected at heart, the King arrived at the city of Mithila while wandering, burdened with deep anxiety.
Ovi 55: Nagara-bahyapradeshi | Shromoni Raja Pariyasi | Chinta Kari Manasi | Vrukshachhaye Baiselase ||55|
| Meaning: Outside the city limits, the exhausted King sat under the shade of a tree, lost in deep and troubled thoughts.
Ovi 56: Rushishwarasamaveta | Jaisa Rudra Prakashita | Gautama Rishi Avachita | Taya Sthanasi Patala ||56||
Meaning: Suddenly, Sage Gautama arrived at that spot, accompanied by other great sages, looking as radiant as Lord Shiva (Rudra) Himself.
Ovi 57: Raja Dekhoni Gautamasi | Charani Lole Santoshi | Namana Kari Sashtangesi | Bhaktibhave Karoniya ||57||
Meaning: Upon seeing Sage Gautama, the King was overjoyed and prostrated himself at the Sage's feet with immense devotion.
Ovi 58: Ashwasuni Taye Veli | Gautama Puse Karunabahali | Kshemasamadana Sakali | Pusata Zhala Vruttta ||58||
Meaning: The Sage comforted the King and, with great compassion, inquired about his well-being and the events that had led him there.
Ovi 59: Kaya Zhale Tuzhe Rajya | Aranyavasache Kaya Kaja | Chintakulita Mukhambuja | Kavana Karya Ghadale Ase ||59||
Meaning: "What happened to your kingdom? Why are you wandering in the forest? Why does your lotus-like face look so troubled by anxiety? What has occurred?"
Ovi 60: Aikoni Rushiche Vachana | Raja Sange Vistaroni | Shapa Jahala Brahmavachana | Brahmahatya Ghadali Maja ||60||
Meaning: Hearing the Sage's words, the King explained everything in detail—how he was cursed and how he had committed the sin of killing a Brahmin.
Ovi 61: Prayashchitte Sakalika | Yajnadikarma Dharmadika | Sukshetre Apara Tirthe Dekha | Apana Sakala Acharali ||61||
Meaning: "I have performed all kinds of penance, sacrifices, and religious acts. I have visited many holy lands and countless pilgrimage sites as prescribed."
Ovi 62: Shamana Na Hoy Mahadosha | Savechi Yeta Aghora Vesha | Vrate Acharalo Kotisha | Na Jaya Dosha Sarvatha ||62||
Meaning: "Yet, this great sin is not pacified. It follows me in a terrifying form. Even though I have observed millions of vows, the sin refuses to leave me."
Ovi 63: Ajicheni Mazhe Saphala Janana | Darshana Zhale Ji Tumche Charana | Hotila Mazhe Kashta Nivarana | Mhanoni Charana Lagalo ||63||
Meaning: "Today, my life has become fruitful as I have received the blessing of your divine presence. I am certain that my sufferings will now end, which is why I have surrendered at your feet."
Ovi 64: Aikoni Rayache Vachana | Karunasagara Gautama Apana | Mhene Bhaya Sandi Ga Nirvāna Vachana | Tarila Shankara Mrutyunjaya ||64||
Meaning: Hearing the King's plea, the compassionate Sage Gautama said, "Cast away your fear and despair. Lord Shiva, the conqueror of death (Mrutyunjaya), will surely protect and deliver you."
Ovi 65: Tuzhe Papanivaranasi | Sangena Tirthevishesi | Mahapataka Samharavayasi | Gokarna Kshetra Ase Bhale ||65||
Meaning: "To rid you of your sins, I shall tell you about a very special holy place. To destroy even the most heinous sins, the sacred land of Gokarna is the most effective."
Ovi 66: Smarana Karita Gokarnasi | Brahmahatyadi Papa Nashi | Tethe Ishwara Sada Nivasi | Mrutyunjaya Sadashiva ||66||
Meaning: "By merely remembering Gokarna, sins like the killing of a Brahmin are destroyed. Lord Mrutyunjaya Sadashiva resides there eternally."
Ovi 67: Jaise Kailasache Shikhara | Athava Svardhunimandira | Nishchaya Vasa Karpuragaura | Gokarnakshetri Pariyasa ||67||
Meaning: "Just like the peaks of Mount Kailas or the abode of the celestial Ganges, the white-complexioned Lord Shiva (Karpuragaura) definitely dwells in the land of Gokarna."
Ovi 68: Jaisi Andhakararajani | Prakashavaya Jevi Agni | Chandrodaya Jari Hoy Nirvani | Tari Suryaprakashavina Gati Navhe ||68||
Meaning: "Just as fire is needed to light up a dark night, even if the moon rises, there is no true relief from darkness without the brilliance of the sun."
Ovi 69: Taise Samasta Tirthane | Papa Nacha Jaya Yachi Karane | Suryodayi Tamaharane | Taise Gokarnadarshane Hoy ||69||
Meaning: "Similarly, other pilgrimages may not be able to eliminate such heavy sins. But just as the sun dispels darkness, a mere sight (Darshana) of Gokarna destroys all sins."
Ovi 70: Taise-sahastra Brahmahatya Jari | Ghadalya Asati Ya Shariri | Pravesha Hota Gokarnakshetri | Shuddhatma Hoy Pariyasa ||70||
Meaning: "Even if a person has committed thousands of Brahmin-killings, the moment they enter the territory of Gokarna, their soul becomes pure and sanctified."
Ovi 71: Rudropendravirinchi Dekha | Jauni Taya Sthani Aika | Tapa Kele Ho Sakalika | Karyasiddhi Hoy Tyaprati ||71||
Meaning: "Even Lord Shiva (Rudra), Vishnu (Upendra), and Brahma (Virinchi) went to that place to perform penance. They all achieved success in their divine tasks there."
Ovi 72: Bhaktipurvaka Taya Sthani | Japa Vrata Kariti Janoni | Phala Hoy Tya Lakshaguni | Ase Punyakshetra Ase ||72||
Meaning: "Any chant (Japa) or vow performed at this holy place with devotion yields a hundred thousand times more fruit. Such is the greatness of this land."
Ovi 73: Jaise Brahma Vishnu Dekha | Indradi Deva Sakalika | Sadhya Zhale Tapa Aika | Yavagale Kaya Sangu ||73||
Meaning: "When supreme deities like Brahma, Vishnu, and Indra attained the fruits of their penance there, what more can I say about its greatness?"
Ovi 74: Jana To Sakshat Ishwara | Gokarnakshetra Kailasapura | Pratishtha Kari Vighneshwara | Vishnunirope Vinayartha ||74||
Meaning: "Know that Gokarna is the direct manifestation of God; it is the earthly Kailas. Lord Ganesha (Vighneshwara) installed the Linga there with great humility upon Lord Vishnu's instruction."
Ovi 75: Samasta Deva Tethe Yeti | Punyakshetri Vasa Kariti | Brahma Vishnu Indrasahiti | Vishvedeve Marudgana ||75||
Meaning: "All the gods visit and reside in this holy place, including Brahma, Vishnu, Indra, the Vishvedevas, and the Maruts (wind deities)."
Ovi 76: Chandra Surya Vasvadika | Purvadvari Rahile Aika | Priti Kari Bhaktipurvaka | Baisale Asati Taye Sthana ||76||
Meaning: "The Moon, the Sun, and the Vasus reside at the eastern gate with great love and devotion, staying permanently at that holy spot."
Ovi 77: Agni Yama Chitragupta | Ekadasha Rudra Pitrudevata | Dakshinadvari Vasa Karita | Santoshe Rahile Asati ||77||
Meaning: "Agni, Yama, Chitragupta, the eleven Rudras, and the ancestral spirits (Pitrus) dwell joyfully at the southern gate."
Ovi 78: Varunasahita Ganga Sakali | Rahati Pashchimadvarasthali | Priti Kari Chandramauli | Taya Sakala Pariyasa ||78||
Meaning: "Lord Varuna along with the holy Ganges and other rivers reside at the western gate. Lord Shiva (Chandramauli) loves them all dearly."
Ovi 79: Kubera Vayu Bhadrakali | Matrudevata Chandi Sakali | Uttaravasa Trikali | Puja Kariti Mahabaleshwarachi ||79||
Meaning: "Kubera, Vayu, Goddess Bhadrakali, the Matrikas, and Chandi reside at the northern gate, performing the worship of Lord Mahabaleshwar during all three periods of the day."
Ovi 80: Chitrarathadi Vishvavasu Pariyasi | Chitrasena Gandharva Surasi | Puja Kariti Sadashivasi | Sada Vasoni Taya Thayi ||80||
Meaning: "The celestial musicians like Chitraratha, Vishvavasu, and the noble Gandharva Chitrasen reside there eternally, constantly worshipping Lord Sadashiva."
Ovi 81: Ghrutachi Rambha Menaka | Tilottama Urvashi Aika | Nitya Nrutya Kariti Dekha | Mahabaleshwarache Sanmukha ||81||
Meaning: Celestial nymphs like Ghrutachi, Rambha, Menaka, Tilottama, and Urvashi perform divine dances daily in front of Lord Mahabaleshwara.
Ovi 82: Vasishtha Kashyapa Kanva Rishi | Vishvamitra Mahatapasi | Bharadvaja Jaimini Jabala Rishi | Puja Kariti Sada Tethe ||82||
Meaning: Great sages like Vashistha, Kashyapa, Kanva, the great ascetic Vishvamitra, Bharadvaja, Jaimini, and Jabala always perform worship there.
Ovi 83: Krutayugi Brahma-Rushi | Achara Kariti Mahatapasi | Mahabaleshwarache Bhaktisi | Rahile Gokarnakshtrant ||83||
Meaning: Since the Kruta Yuga, Brahma-rishis and great ascetics have resided in Gokarna Kshetra, dedicated to the devotion of Lord Mahabaleshwara.
Ovi 84: Marichi Narada Atri Rishi | Dakshadi Brahma-Rushi Pariyasi | Sanakadika Mahatapasi | Upanishadartha Upasiti ||84||
Meaning: Sages like Marichi, Narada, Atri, Daksha, and the Sanakadi celestials reside there, contemplating and worshipping the profound meanings of the Upanishads.
Ovi 85: Aneka Siddha Sadhya Jana | Munishwara Ajinadharana | Dandadhari Sanyasi Nirguna | Brahmachari Tethe Vasati ||85||
Meaning: Many Siddhas, seekers, sages wearing deer-skin, staff-holding Sanyasis focused on the Formless (Nirguna), and celibate Brahmacharis live there.
Ovi 86: Tvagasthimatrashariresi | Anushthiti Mahatapasi | Puja Kariti Bhaktisi | Chandramaulichi Pariyasa ||86||
Meaning: Great ascetics, whose bodies have been reduced to mere skin and bones due to severe penance, perform rituals and worship Lord Chandramauli (Shiva) with deep devotion.
Ovi 87: Gandharvadi Samasta Deva | Pitara Siddha Ashtavasava | Vidyadhara Kimpurusha Sarva | Sevesi Jati Nirantara ||87||
Meaning: All gods including Gandharvas, ancestral spirits (Pitrus), Siddhas, the eight Vasus, Vidyadharas, and Kimpurushas constantly go there to serve the Lord.
Ovi 88: Guhyaka Kinnara Svargaloka | Sheshadi Naga Takshaka | Pishacha Vetala Sakalika | Jati Pujesi Taya Sthana ||88||
Meaning: Guhyakas, Kinnaras, residents of heaven, celestial serpents like Shesha and Takshaka, and even spirits like Pishachas and Vetalas go to that place for worship.
Ovi 89: Nana Shrungara Karuni | Aneka Bhushane Virajamani | Suryashashi Vimani | Vahani Yeti Valanghoniya ||89||
Meaning: Adorned with various decorations and brilliant ornaments, they arrive in celestial chariots (Vimanas) that shine like the sun and moon.
Ovi 90: Stotre Gayana Kariti Dekha | Namiti Nrutya Kariti Aneka | Pujekarane Yeti Sakalika | Mahabaleshwaralingasi ||90||
Meaning: They sing hymns, offer prostrations, and perform various dances. Everyone gathers there specifically for the worship of the Mahabaleshwara Linga.
Ovi 91: Je Je Ichhiti Manakamana | Pavati Tvarita Nirdhare Jana | Samana Nahi Kshetra Gokarna | Ya Brahamandagolankat ||91||
Meaning: Whatever desires one holds in their heart are fulfilled instantly and certainly. In this entire universe, there is no holy place equal to Gokarna.
Ovi 92: Agastyadi Sanatkumara | Priyavratadi Rajakumara | Agnidevadana-vadi Yera | Vara Ladhale Sarva Taya Thayi ||92||
Meaning: Sages like Agastya and Sanatkumara, princes like Priyavrata, and even gods and demons have obtained boons at this sacred spot.
Ovi 93: Shishumari Bhadrakali | Puja Kariti Trikali | Nagate Garuda Na Gili | Mahabaleshwaradarshane ||93||
Meaning: Goddess Bhadrakali performs worship there during the three periods of the day. It is said that by the power of Mahabaleshwara, even Garuda does not swallow serpents there.
Ovi 94: Ravanadi Rakshasakuli | Kumbhakarna Yera Sakali | Vara Ladhale Ye Sthali | Bibhishana Pujitase ||94||
Meaning: Ravana and his clan, including Kumbhakarna and others, obtained boons here. Even Bibhishana continues to worship at this place.
Ovi 95: Aise Samasta Devakula | Siddhadanavadi Sakala | Gokarnakshetra Jauni Prabala | Aradhiti Nanapari ||95||
Meaning: Thus, all the gods, Siddhas, and powerful demons go to Gokarna Kshetra and perform various types of intense adoration.
Ovi 96: Linga Sthapiti Apule Nami | Ase Khyati Taya Nami | Vara Ladhale Aneka Kami | Chaturvidha Purushartha ||96||
Meaning: Many have installed Lingas in their own names, gaining fame through them. They have achieved their desires and the four goals of human life (Dharma, Artha, Kama, Moksha).
Ovi 97: Brahma Vishnu Apana Dekha | Kartavirya Vinayaka | Apule Nami Linga Dekha | Pratishtha Keli Taye Thayi ||97||
Meaning: Even Brahma, Vishnu, Kartavirya, and Lord Ganesha (Vinayaka) have established and consecrated Lingas in their own names at this place.
Ovi 98: Dharmakshetrapaladi | Durgadevisaktivrundi | Linga Sthapile Apule Nami | Jya Gokarnakshtrat ||98||
Meaning: Dharma, the guardian deities (Kshetrapalas), and various forms of Goddess Durga have also installed Lingas in their names within Gokarna.
Ovi 99: Gokarnakshetra Ase Gahana | Linga Tirthe Asankhya Jana | Padopadi Ase Nirguna | Aise Kshetra Anupama Ase ||99||
Meaning: Gokarna Kshetra is profound and vast. Know that the Lingas and holy water bodies (Tirthas) here are innumerable. The Formless Divine (Nirguna) is felt at every step; it is an incomparable land.
Ovi 100: Sango Kiti Vista roni | Asankhyata Tirthe Jani | Pashana Samasta Linga Khuna | Samasta Udake Janavi Tirthe ||100||
Meaning: How much more can I describe in detail? Know that the holy spots are countless. Every stone here is a symbol of the Shiva Linga, and all water here is sacred Tirtha.
Ovi 101: Krutayugi Mahabaleshwara Shveta | Tretayugi Lohita | Dwapari Suvarnapita | Kaliyugi Krishnavarna Jahala ||101||
Meaning: In the Kruta Yuga, the Mahabaleshwar Linga was white; in the Treta Yuga, it turned red; in the Dwapara Yuga, it was golden yellow; and in the current Kali Yuga, it has taken a black hue.
Ovi 102: Sapta Patala Kholavoni | Ubhe Ase Linga Apana | Kaliyugi Mrudu Houni | Dise Sukshmarupane ||102||
Meaning: This Linga stands deep, penetrating through all seven netherworlds (Patala). In the Kali Yuga, it has become soft for its devotees and appears in a subtle, smaller form.
Ovi 103: Pashchima Samudratirasi | Gokarnakshetravisheshi | Brahmahatyadi Patake Nashi | Kaya Ashcharya Pariyasa ||103||
Meaning: Located on the western seacoast, this Gokarna region is extraordinary. It is no surprise that even the gravest sins like 'Brahmahatya' (killing a Brahmin) are destroyed here.
Ovi 104: Brahmahatyadi Mahapape | Paradadi Shat Pape | Duhshila Durachari Pape | Jati Gokarnadarshane ||104||
Meaning: Great sins like Brahmahatya, the six types of sins including adultery, and the misdeeds of the wicked and ill-mannered are all washed away simply by the sight (Darshana) of Gokarna.
Ovi 105: Darshanamatre Punita Hoti | Samasta Kamyartha Sadhati | Anti Hoy Tayansi Gati | Gokarnalingadarshane ||105||
Meaning: People become pure just by looking at the Linga. All their desires are fulfilled, and they eventually attain salvation (Moksha) through the vision of the Gokarna Linga.
Ovi 106: Taye Sthani Punyadi-vashi | Je Je Architi Bhaktisi | Techi Jana Rudravanshi | Rayasi Mhene Gautama ||106||
Meaning: Sage Gautama told the King, "Those who worship Lord Shiva with devotion at this place on auspicious days should be considered as belonging to the lineage of Lord Rudra himself."
Ovi 107: Ekhade Samayi Gokarnasi | Jaya Bhaktine Manushi | Puja Karita Sadashivasi | Shivapada Nishchaye Pave Jana ||107||
Meaning: If a person visits Gokarna even once with true devotion and worships Lord Sadashiva, know for certain that they will attain the supreme state of Shiva (liberation).
Ovi 108: Aditya Soma Budhavari | Amavasyadi Parvabhitari | Snana Karuni Samudratiri | Danadharma Karava ||108||
Meaning: On Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays, New Moon days (Amavasya), and other holy festivals, one should bathe in the sea and perform acts of charity.
Ovi 109: Shivapuja Vrata Havana | Japa Brahmanasantarpana | Kinchit Karita Ananta Punya | Gautama Mhene Rayasi ||109||
Meaning: Sage Gautama said to the King, "Even a small act of Shiva worship, vows, fire sacrifices (Havana), chanting (Japa), or feeding Brahmins yields infinite spiritual merit at this place."
Ovi 110: Vyatipatadi Parvanisi | Surya-Sankrantiche Divashi | Mahapradosha Trayodashishi | Pujita Punya Aganya ||110||
Meaning: Worshipping on auspicious timings like Vyatipata Yoga, the day of Surya Sankranti, Mahapradosha, and Trayodashi brings immeasurable blessings.
Ovi 111: Kaya Sangu Tyacha Mahima | Nasha Hoye Sarva Karma | Bhola Ishwara Agadh Mahima | Tushta Hoye Pujanane ||111||
Meaning: How can I describe His greatness? All past karmas (sins) are destroyed. Lord Shiva is innocent (Bhola) and possesses infinite glory; He is satisfied by simple, sincere worship.
Ovi 112: Asita Paksha Maghamasi | Shivaratri Chaturdashisi | Bilvapatra Vahile Yasi | Durlabha Ase Tribhuvanat ||112||
Meaning: Offering a Bel leaf (Bilva) to this Linga on the fourteenth day of the dark fortnight in the month of Magha (Mahashivaratri) brings merit that is rare to find in all three worlds.
Ovi 113: Aise Anupama Sthana Asata | Na Jati Murkha Loka Aikata | Shivatirtha Ase Durlabhata | Nenati Mudha Badhira Jana ||113||
Meaning: Despite such an incomparable place existing, foolish people do not visit it even after hearing about it. Ignorant and spiritually deaf people fail to realize how rare and precious this Shiva-shrine is.
Ovi 114: Upashonadi Jagarana | Linga Sannidha Gokarna | Svargasi Javaya Sopana | Paddhati Ase Pariyasa ||114||
Meaning: Observing fasts, staying awake in vigil (Jagarana), and remaining near the Gokarna Linga is like a direct stairway to heaven.
Ovi 115: Aise Ya Gokarnasthanasi | Je Jati Jana Yatresi | Chaturvidha Purusharthansi | Ladhati Loka Avadhara ||115||
Meaning: Listen carefully; those who go on a pilgrimage to this Gokarna shrine attain the four goals of human life: Dharma, Artha, Kama, and Moksha.
Ovi 116: Snana Karuni Samasta Tirthi | Mahabaleshwaralingarthi | Puja Karavi Bhaktyarthi | Patakavyatirikta Hoy Jana ||116||
Meaning: One should bathe in all the holy waters there and worship the Mahabaleshwar Linga with devotion to become completely free from all sins.
Ovi 117: Aishapari Gokarnamahima | Prakasha Kela Rishi Gautama | Raja Aikoni Atiprema | Pusata Zhala Te Veli ||117||
Meaning: Thus, Sage Gautama revealed the glory of Gokarna. Hearing this with great love and joy, the King asked the Sage further questions.
Ovi 118: Raja Mhene Gautamasi | Gokarnasthana Niropilesi | Purvi Pavala Kona Yapasi | Saksha Zhali Asele ||118||
Meaning: The King said to Gautama, "You have described the shrine of Gokarna. Who in the past has received direct experience or proof of the power of this place?"
Ovi 119: Vistaroni Te Amhansi | Sangave Swami Kurnesi | Mhanoni Lagala Charanansi | Atibhakti Karoniya ||119||
Meaning: "O Master, please tell us that story in detail out of your compassion." Saying this, he bowed down and touched the Sage's feet with great devotion.
Ovi 120: Mhene Gautama Taye Veli | Gokarnakshetra Mahabali | Jano Amhi Bahukali | Apara Saksha Dekhili Ase ||120||
Meaning: Sage Gautama replied, "Gokarna is an immensely powerful land. We have known about it for a long time and have witnessed many miraculous proofs of its sanctity."
Ovi 121: Gelo Hoto Amhi Yatresi | Dekhila Drushtanta Vichitra | Ale Hote Tethe Janamatra | Yatrarupe Karoniya ||121||
Meaning: "Once, when we went there for a pilgrimage, we witnessed a strange and miraculous event. Many people had gathered there for the festival."
Ovi 122: Madhyahnakaali Amhi Tethe | Baisalo Hoto Vrukshachhayete | Duroni Dekhile Chandalaite | Vruddha Andha Maharogi ||122||
Meaning: "At noon, while we were sitting under the shade of a tree, we saw an outcast (Chandali) woman from afar. She was old, blind, and suffering from a terrible disease (leprosy)."
Ovi 123: Shushkamukhi Nirahari | Kushtha Sarvangashariri | Krumi Padale Aghori | Puya Shonita Durgandhi ||123||
Meaning: "Her face was withered, and she was starving. Her entire body was covered in leprosy, infested with horrific worms, and she emitted a foul stench of pus and blood."
Ovi 124: Kukshirogi Gandamala | Kaphe Datala Ase Gala | Dantahina Ati Vivhala | Vastra Nahi Paridhana ||124||
Meaning: "She suffered from abdominal disease and tumors on her neck. Her throat was choked with phlegm; she was toothless, extremely distressed, and had no clothes to wear."
Ovi 125: Chandrasuryakirana Padata | Prana Jaya Kanthagata | Shauchavyadhi Ase Bahuta | Sarvangashula Mahadukhi ||125||
Meaning: "Even the rays of the sun or moon seemed to threaten her life. She suffered from severe diarrhea and intense pain throughout her entire body."
Ovi 126: Vidhava Apana Keshavapani | Dise Jaisi Mukharamani | Kshanakshana Pade Dharani | Pranatyaga Karu Pahe ||126||
Meaning: "She was a widow with a shaved head, yet one could see traces of her past beauty. She kept falling to the ground every moment, wishing for death to take her."
Ovi 127: Aishi Avastha Chandalis | Ali Vrukshachhayesi | Deha Takila Dharanisi | Tyaju Pahe Prana Apula ||127||
Meaning: "In this miserable state, the woman came to the shade of the tree. She collapsed on the ground, struggling to breathe her last."
Ovi 128: Prana Tyajita Taye Veli | Vimana Utare Tatkali | Shivaduta Atibali | Trishula Khatvanga Dharuniya ||128||
Meaning: "As she was dying, a celestial chariot (Vimana) suddenly descended. Powerful messengers of Shiva (Shivadutas) emerged, carrying tridents and 'Khatvanga' weapons."
Ovi 129: Tankayudhe Chandra Bhali | Divyakanti Chandrasarikhi Kevali | Kiritakundale Miravali | Chaturvarga Yenepari ||129||
Meaning: "They carried weapons called 'Tanka', had crescent moons on their foreheads, and their complexions were as divine as the moon. They were adorned with crowns and earrings, appearing majestic from all sides."
Ovi 130: Vimani Suryasarikhe Teja | Ativichitra Dise Viraja | Ale Chandaliekaja | Apurva Vartale Taye Veli ||130||
Meaning: "The chariot shone with the brilliance of the sun and looked magnificent. They had come specifically for that outcast woman—a truly extraordinary event occurred at that moment."
Ovi 131: Amhi Pushile Shivadutansi | Aleti Kavanya Karyasi | Duta Mhanti Amhansi | Nyavaya Alo Chandalaite ||131||
Meaning: We asked the messengers of Shiva, "For what purpose have you come here?" The messengers replied, "We have come to take this outcast woman with us to the abode of Shiva."
Ovi 132: Aikoni Dutache Vachana | Vismita Zhale Amuche Mana | Punarapi Kela Tyasi Prashna | Aika Raya Tu Ekachitte ||132||
Meaning: Upon hearing the messengers' words, we were filled with wonder. We questioned them further. O King, listen now with an attentive mind to what followed.
Ovi 133: Aishiya Chandali Papinisi | Kaisi Yogya Vimanesi | Neuniya Shvanasi | Sinhasani Kaise Yogya ||133||
Meaning: "How is such a sinful woman worthy of a celestial chariot? It is as inappropriate as placing a dog upon a royal throne!"
Ovi 134: Ya Janmapasuni Ine | Papa Sangrahile Dekha | Aishi Papini Durachari | Kevi Neta Kailasapuri ||134||
Meaning: "From her very birth, she has only accumulated sins. How can you take such a sinful and ill-behaved woman to the holy Mount Kailas?"
Ovi 135: Nahi Isi Shivajnana | Na Karicha He Tapasadhana | Daya Satya Kada Nene | Isi Kaise Nyala Tumhi ||135||
Meaning: "She has no knowledge of Shiva, nor has she performed any penance. She knows nothing of compassion or truth. How can you take her with you?"
Ovi 136: Pashumamsa Ahara Isi | Sada Kari Jivahinsi | Aishiya Dushta Kushti Papinisi | Kevi Neta Svargabhuvana ||136||
Meaning: "Her diet consisted of animal flesh, and she was always involved in violence against living beings. How can you take such a wicked, leprous, and sinful woman to the heavens?"
Ovi 137: Athava Kadhi Shivapujana | Na Kari Panchaksharijapana | Nahi Kele Shivasmarana | Isi Kaise Nyala Tumhi ||137||
Meaning: "She never performed Shiva-worship, nor did she chant the holy five-syllable mantra (Namah Shivaya). She never even remembered the Lord; why then do you take her?"
Ovi 138: Shivaratri Uposhana | Nahi Kele Punyadana | Yajnyayagadi Sadhana | Nahi Kele Ine Kadhi ||138||
Meaning: "She never fasted on Shivaratri, nor did she give anything in charity. She never performed any sacrifices or religious rituals in her entire life."
Ovi 139: Na Kari Snana Parvakali | Nene Tirtha Kavane Veli | Athava Vratadi Sakali | Kele Nahi Ine Kadhi ||139||
Meaning: "She never bathed during auspicious festivals, nor did she ever visit holy places. She never observed any religious vows or fasts."
Ovi 140: Ya Sarvangi Puya Shonita | Durgandhi Ase Bahuta | Aishi Chandali Durvrutta | Kaisi Vimani Baisavala ||140||
Meaning: "Her entire body is oozing with pus and blood, emitting a terrible stench. How can you seat such a wretched and ill-conducted woman in this divine chariot?"
Ovi 141: Archana Janmantariche Mhana | Kushta Sarvanga Techi Khuna | Krumi Nighati Mukhantuna | Purvajita Kaya Kele ||141||
Meaning: "If you claim she did good deeds in a past life, then why is she suffering from leprosy and worms crawling out of her mouth? What merit could she possibly have?"
Ovi 142: Aishi Papini Durachari | Kevi Neta Kailasapuri | Yogya Navhe Charachari | Tumhi Kevi Nyala Isi ||142||
Meaning: "How can you take such a sinful and immoral woman to Kailas? This is not considered right in the entire world. Why are you doing this?"
Ovi 143: Gautama Mhene Rayasi | Aise Pushile Dutansi | Tyanni Sangitala Amhansi | Adyanta Taye Chandalicha ||143||
Meaning: Gautama said to the King, "When we questioned the messengers thus, they revealed to us the entire history of this woman, from beginning to end."
Ovi 144: Mhene Gautama Rushishwara | Chandaliche Purvapara | Sangena Tumhas Savistara | Ase Ashcharya Pariyasa ||144||
Meaning: Sage Gautama continued, "I will tell you the story of her previous lives in detail. It is a great wonder; listen carefully."
Ovi 145: Purvi Iche Janmasthana | Brahmanakanya Ase Jana | Saudamini Nama Ase Purna | Somabimbasarakhe Mukha ||145||
Meaning: "In her previous birth, she was born as the daughter of a Brahmin. Her name was Saudamini, and her face was as beautiful as the full moon."
Ovi 146: Atisundara Rupa Isi | Upavara Jahali Pitrugrusi | Na Mile Vara Tiyesi | Chinta Kariti Matapita ||146||
Meaning: "She was exceptionally beautiful. When she reached a marriageable age in her father's house, they could not find a suitable groom, which worried her parents greatly."
Ovi 147: Na Mile Vara Sundara Tisi | Unmatta Jahali Daha Varushi | Milavuni Eka Dvijasi | Gruhyoktensi Lagna Kele ||147||
Meaning: "Since a handsome groom could not be found, and she had become physically mature (passionate) by the age of ten, they eventually married her to a Brahmin according to the sacred rites."
Ovi 148: Vivaha Zhaliyavari | Hoti Taya Patiche Ghari | Kvachitkala Yenepari | Hoti Nari Pariyasa ||148||
Meaning: "After the marriage, she lived in her husband's house for a short period of time."
Ovi 149: Vertata Ase Pudhe Dekha | Tiche Patisa Zhale Duhkha | Panchatva Pavala Tatkalika | Vidhilekha Karuniya ||149||
Meaning: "As time passed, tragedy struck; her husband suffered an illness and, according to his destiny, passed away suddenly."
Ovi 150: Aikoni Tiche Matapita | Kanya Apule Ghara Aniti Tattvata | Patiche Duhkhe Duhkhita | Kheda Kari Te Nari ||150||
Meaning: "Upon hearing this, her parents immediately brought their daughter back to their home. Grieving for her husband, the woman lived in deep sorrow."
Ovi 151: Atisundara Purvavayasi | Made Vyapta Pratidivasi | Chanchala Hoy Manasi | Parapurushate Dekhoniya ||151||
Meaning: "Being young and very beautiful, her mind grew restless and full of desire each day. She felt a sense of attraction whenever she saw other men."
Ovi 152: Kahi Vela Tine Guptapane | Vyabhichara (Jarakarma) Kele | Pari Te Pataka Lagecha Ughada Zhale | Papa Gupta Rahata Nahi ||152||
Meaning: "She began to engage in secret affairs. However, her sins were soon discovered, for sin can never remain hidden for long."
Ovi 153: Apana Vidhava Ase Nari | Purvavayasi Atisundari | Vishayi Priti Ase Bhari | Sthira Nohe Tiche Mana ||153||
Meaning: "She was a young and beautiful widow. Her attraction to worldly pleasures was so strong that her mind could not remain stable or virtuous."
Ovi 154: Aise Tichiya Patakasi | Vidita Jahale Sarvansi | Valita Kele Tiyesi | Matapitabandhuvargi ||154||
Meaning: "When her sins became known to everyone, she was excommunicated and abandoned by her parents, brothers, and kinsmen."
Ovi 155: Shanka Hoti Pahili Tisi | Nishanka Zhali Vyabhicharasi | Prakatarupa Aharnishi | Ramo Lagali Nagaranta ||155||
Meaning: "Initially she had some fear, but now she became shameless in her conduct. She began to live openly and promiscuously within the city, day and night."
Ovi 156: Tiye Nagari Eka Vani | Rupe Hota Atilavanyaguni | Tyasi Tine Purvavayas Dekho-ni | Zhali Tyachi Kulastri ||156||
Meaning: "In that city, there was a man from the merchant (Shudra/Vani) caste who was very handsome. Seeing him, she chose to live with him as his wife."
Ovi 157: Taya Shudrachiya Ghari | Vertatase Te Nari | Aishi Papini Durachari | Kulavairina Bechali-sa ||157||
Meaning: "She lived in the house of that Shudra. Thus, she became a sinful and immoral woman, bringing ruin to forty-two generations of her ancestors."
Ovi 158: Shloka || Striyah Kamena Nashyanti Brahmano Hinasevaya | Rajano Brahmadandena Yatayo Bhogasangrahat ||158||
Meaning: [Sanskrit Verse] Women are ruined by lust, Brahmins by serving the lowly, kings by the curse of a Brahmin, and ascetics by the accumulation of worldly pleasures.
Ovi 159: Tika || Striya Nasati Kamavege | Brahmana Nasati Hinaseve | Rajya Jaya Dvijakshobhe | Yati Nase Vishayasevane ||159||
Meaning: [Marathi Commentary] Women perish through the force of lust; Brahmins perish by serving unworthy people. Kingdoms are lost due to the anger of Sages, and monks are ruined by sensual enjoyments.
Ovi 160: Shudrasave Aharnishi | Ramata Hoti Atiharshi | Putra Jahala Tiyesi | Shudragruhi Asata ||160||
Meaning: "She lived with that Shudra day and night with great pleasure. While living in his house, she even gave birth to a son."
Ovi 161: Nitya Mansa Ahara Tisi | Madyapana Unmattesi | Houni Taya Shudramahishi | Hoti Papini Durachari ||161||
Meaning: "She consumed meat daily and remained intoxicated with alcohol. Living as the Shudra's wife, she became a deeply sinful and immoral woman."
Ovi 162: Vertata Eke Divasi | Unmatta Hovoni Pariyasi | Chedile Vasaru Aharasi | Mesha Mhono Papinine ||162||
Meaning: "One day, while in a drunken stupor, the sinful woman mistook a calf for a goat and slaughtered it for her meal."
Ovi 163: Chedoni Vatsa Pariyasi | Paka Kela Vinayesi | Shira Thevile Shikiyasi | Dusre Divashi Bhakshavaya ||163||
Meaning: "After killing the calf, she had it cooked into a meal. She kept the calf's head in a hanging basket (shike) to eat the following day."
Ovi 164: Apana Bhramita Madyapani | Jagruta Jahali Astamani | Vasaru Pahe Javoni | Dhenu Dohavayalagi ||164||
Meaning: "She was completely delirious from the liquor. At sunset, when she regained some consciousness, she went to find the calf so she could milk the cow."
Ovi 165: Vatsasthani Ase Mesha | Bhramita Jahali Atiklesha | Ghari Pahatase Shirasa | Spashta Dise Vasaru ||165||
Meaning: "She found the goat where the calf should have been. Feeling distressed and confused, she looked at the head stored in her house and realized clearly that it was the calf's head."
Ovi 166: Anutapta Hovoni Taye Veli | Shiva Shiva Mhene Chandramauli | Ajnanane Aishi Pape Ghadali | Mhono Chinti Duratmini ||166||
Meaning: "Filled with sudden remorse, she began to chant 'Shiva, Shiva'. The wicked woman worried, 'Out of ignorance, I have committed such a terrible sin'."
Ovi 167: Taya Vatsashirasi | Nikshepa Kela Bhumisi | Pati Kopela Mhono Pariyasi | Asthicharma Nikshepile ||167||
Meaning: "She buried the calf's head in the ground. Fearing her husband's anger, she also buried the bones and the hide."
Ovi 168: Jauni Sange Shejara Loka | Vyaghre Vatsa Nele Aika | Bhakshile Mhono Rade Dekha | Patipudhe Yenepari ||168||
Meaning: "She told the neighbors that a tiger had carried away the calf. She even wept before her husband, claiming it had been eaten by the wild beast."
Ovi 169: Aishi Kitika Divasanvari | Nandata Hoti Shudraghari | Panchatva Pavali Te Nari | Neli Duti Yamapura ||169||
Meaning: "After living in the Shudra's house for many more days, she eventually died. The messengers of Yama then took her to the city of death (Yamapura)."
Ovi 170: Ghatali Tiyesi Narakat | Bhoga Bhogi Atiduhkhit | Punarapi Janma Chandali Jata | Upajali Nari Pariyasa ||170||
Meaning: "She was cast into hell where she suffered immensely. Afterwards, she was reborn into the caste of outcastes (Chandali)."
Ovi 171: Upajatanchi Jahali Andhali | Vidrupavarna Jaishi Kajali | Mata Pita Kvachitkali | Pratipaliti Mayamohe ||171||
Meaning: "She was born blind and as dark and hideous as soot. Her parents cared for her for a short while out of natural parental affection."
Ovi 172: Uchhishta Anna Ghaliti Tonda | Svajana Tiyete Akhanda | Balapani Tayesi Vighada | Positati Yenepari ||172||
Meaning: "Her relatives would constantly feed her leftover scraps of food. In this wretched manner, she was raised during her childhood."
Ovi 173: Aise Asata Vertamani | Sarvanga Zhale Kushthavarni | Panchatva Pavali Pitajanani | Daridri Zhali Nirashraya ||173||
Meaning: "As time went on, her entire body was afflicted with leprosy. When her parents passed away, she was left impoverished and without any support."
Ovi 174: Sarvanga Kushthavarnapidita | Tyajiti Tiyesi Svajana Bhrata | Bhiksha Magoni Udara Bharita | Rakshana Kari Sharira Apule ||174||
Meaning: "Suffering from leprosy all over her body, she was abandoned by her relatives and brothers. She sustained her body by begging for food."
Ovi 175: Yenepari Chandali | Vertat Ase Bahutakali | Kshudhene Pidita Sarvakali | Apana Andha Kushtha Dehi ||175||
Meaning: "The Chandali woman lived like this for a long time—always tormented by hunger, blind, and diseased with leprosy."
Ovi 176: Na Mile Tisi Vastra Anna | Duhkha Kariti Atigahana | Aise Tiche Purvakarma | Zhali Vruddha Atikashte ||176||
Meaning: "She found no clothes or proper food and lived in profound sorrow. Such was her past karma; she grew old amidst great suffering."
Ovi 177: Bhiksha Mage Janansi | Margi Padoni Aharnishi | Kadhi Na Bhare Udara Tisi | Duhkhe Vilape Apara ||177||
Meaning: "Lying on the road day and night, she begged for alms. Her stomach was never full, and she wailed in endless grief."
Ovi 178: Vyadhi Ase Sharirasi | Shonita Puya Pariyasi | Durgandhi Yeta Ase Mahadoshi | Sarvanga Kushthe Galatase ||178||
Meaning: "Her body was riddled with disease, oozing blood and pus. Because of her great sins, she emitted a foul odor and her limbs were rotting from leprosy."
Ovi 179: Aise Vertatam Maghamasi | Loka Nigale Yatresi | Mahasthana Gokarnasi | Kalatruputrasahita Dekha ||179||
Meaning: "During the month of Magha, people set out on a pilgrimage to the great shrine of Gokarna along with their wives and children."
Ovi 180: Shivaratriche Yatresi | Yeti Loka Deshodeshi | Chaturvarna Asapasi | Harushe Yeti Pariyasa ||180||
Meaning: "For the Shivaratri festival, people from all regions and all four castes arrived from nearby areas with great joy."
Ovi 181: Deshodeshiche Raje Dekha | Hastirathadisahita Aika | Yeti Samasta Bhumandalika | Mahabaleshwaradarshanasi ||181||
Meaning: "Kings from various lands arrived with elephants and chariots. All the people of the earth gathered for the sight (Darshana) of Lord Mahabaleshwar."
Ovi 182: Brahmana Kshatriya Vaishya Shudra | Yeti Yatresi Vinoda | Samarambha Vadyanada | Amita Loka Pariyasa ||182||
Meaning: "Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas, and Shudras all came for the pilgrimage with joy. There were grand celebrations and the sound of music from countless people."
Ovi 183: Kiti Hasati Gayana Kariti | Dhavati Nrutya Karita Yeti | Shivasmarane Garjana Kariti | Yatraprasangi Jana Dekha ||183||
Meaning: "Some were laughing and singing, others were running and dancing. The crowds at the pilgrimage shouted the name of Shiva in great exaltation."
Ovi 184: Aishi Mahajanasamaveta | Chandali Geli Tethe Tvarita | Save Bhikshuka Asati Bahuta | Tayasave Jata Ase ||184||
Meaning: "Among these great crowds, the Chandali woman also hurried there. She went along with the many other beggars who were traveling."
Ovi 185: Yenepari Gokarnasi | Chandali Patali Sayasi | Karavalambe Mahajanansi | Bhiksha Mage Karunavachane ||185||
Meaning: "With great effort, the Chandali woman reached Gokarna. Reaching out to the noble people, she begged for alms with pitiful words."
Ovi 186: Loka Jati Margata | Shayana Kari Akrandata | Kara Vodhuni Magata | Mahajana Lokansi ||186||
Meaning: "As people passed by on the road, she lay there wailing. She stretched out her hand, begging the great people for help."
Ovi 187: Purvichi Papi Apana | Pidata Ase Yachi Karana | Bhiksha Ghala Kshudhanivarana | Mhono Mage Sakalika ||187||
Meaning: "Knowing she was suffering because of her past sins, she begged everyone, 'Please give me alms to satisfy my hunger'."
Ovi 188: Nene Kadicha Vastra Pravarana | Dhulit Lole Apana | Kshudhakranta Hotase Marana | Dharma Kara Sakalansi Mhene ||188||
Meaning: "She never had any clothes to cover herself and rolled in the dust. 'I am dying of hunger; please show some charity,' she cried to all."
Ovi 189: Sarvangi Rogagrasta | Vastravina Badhe Shita | Aksha Nahi Kshudhakranta | Dharma Kara Sakalika Ho ||189||
Meaning: "With her whole body diseased and no clothes to protect her from the cold, she was blind and starving. She pleaded, 'O people, please perform an act of charity!'"
Ovi 190: Purvi Janmashatantari | Nahi Kele Punya Yeri | Yachi Karane Pidata Bhari | Dharma Kara Sakalika ||190||
Meaning: " 'I have not performed any meritorious deeds in hundreds of past lives; that is why I suffer so much now. Please, everyone, show mercy'."
Ovi 191: Yenepari Margata | Chandali Ase Yachita | Te Divashi Ase Shivaratrivrata | Koni Na Ghali Bhiksha Tisi ||191||
Meaning: In this manner, the outcast woman sat begging on the path. Since it was the holy day of Mahashivaratri, everyone was fasting, and no one gave her any food.
Ovi 192: Yeri Vivhale Kshudhakranta | Jatharagni Pradipta Ase Bahuta | Dharma Kara Aise Mhanata | Padali Margata Tedhava ||192||
Meaning: She was extremely distressed by hunger, and her appetite was burning like a fire. Crying out, "Please show some charity!", she eventually collapsed right there on the road.
Ovi 193: Pujesi Jati Sakalajana | Tyate Mage Akrandona | Eka Mhanti Hansona | Upavasa Aji Anna Kaiche ||193||
Meaning: She cried out to all the people going for worship. Some mockingly replied, "Today is a day of fasting! Where would we get food to give you?"
Ovi 194: Hati Hoti Bilvamanjari | Ghali Ti Tiyecha Kari | Aghraoni Pahe Yeri | Bhakshanavastu Navhe Mhene ||194||
Meaning: One person had a bunch of Bel leaves (Bilva) in his hand and placed it in her hand. She sniffed it and said, "This is not something I can eat."
Ovi 195: Koponi Taki Te Avasari | Jauni Padali Lingavari | Ratri Asati Andhari | Alabhya Puja Ghadali Dekha ||195||
Meaning: In her frustration and hunger, she threw the leaves away. They happened to fall directly onto a Shiva Linga. It was a dark night, and thus, an extremely rare and unintentional worship of the Lord occurred!
Ovi 196: Koni Na Ghaliti Bhiksha Tisi | Upasa Ghadala Te Divashi | Puja Pavali Tya Shivasi | Bilvamanjari Shivamastaki ||196||
Meaning: Since no one gave her food, she involuntarily fasted that day. Because the Bel leaves fell on the head of the Shiva Linga, her worship was accepted by Lord Shiva.
Ovi 197: Ituke Punya Ghadale Tisi | Prayatna Na Karita Pariyasi | Tushtala Ishwara Harshi | Bhavarnavakade Kele ||197||
Meaning: Without any conscious effort, she earned such great merit! Lord Shiva was immensely pleased and decided to pull her across the ocean of worldly existence.
Ovi 198: Yenepari Chandalisi | Upavasa Ghadala Anayasi | Tethuni Uthali Dusre Divashi | Bhiksha Magavayakarane ||198||
Meaning: Thus, the outcast woman's fast was completed effortlessly. The next morning, she got up again to beg for food.
Ovi 199: Pahilicha Kushtharogi Ase | Ashakta Zhali Upavase | Chakshuhina Marga Na Dise | Jata Ase Mandamanda ||199||
Meaning: Already a leper, she became even weaker due to the fast. Being blind and unable to see the path, she was moving very, very slowly.
Ovi 200: Suryarashmikaruni Tisi | Duhkha Hoy Asam-sahasi | Purvajita Karme Aishi | Mhanti Duta Gautamate ||200||
Meaning: The scorching heat of the sun caused her unbearable pain. The Shiva messengers told Sage Gautama, "This wasall due to the fruits of her past deeds."
Ovi 201: Aishi Chandali Kashtata | Ali Vrukshachhayesamipa | Tyaju Pahe Prana Tvarita | Mhanoniya Alo Dhavoni ||201||
Meaning: "Suffering thus, this woman arrived near the shade of this tree. She is about to breathe her last, and that is why we have rushed here to take her."
Ovi 202: Punya Ghadale Isi Aji | Upavasa Shivatithikaji | Bilvapatre Ishwara Puji | Ghadale Ratri Jagarana ||202||
Meaning: "She earned great merit today: she fasted on the day of Shiva, she offered Bel leaves to the Lord, and she stayed awake (vigil) through the night."
Ovi 203: Taya Punyekaruni Iche | Papa Gele Shatajanmiche | He Pritipatra Ishwarache | Mhanoni Pathavile Amhansi ||203||
Meaning: "By that merit alone, the sins of her last hundred births are destroyed. She has become dear to the Lord, which is why He sent us to fetch her."
Ovi 204: Aise Mhanti Shivaduta | Tiyevari Shimpuniya Amruta | Divyadeha Pavuni Tvarita | Geli Aika Shivaloka ||204||
Meaning: Saying this, the Shiva-messengers sprinkled nectar on her. She immediately received a divine body and ascended to the abode of Shiva (Shivaloka).
Ovi 205: Aise Gokarna Ase Sthana | Gautama Sange Vistaroni | Rayasi Mhene Tu Nighona | Tvarita Jai Gokarnas ||205||
Meaning: Sage Gautama explained the greatness of Gokarna in detail and urged the King, "You should leave at once and go to Gokarna."
Ovi 206: Jatanchi Tuzhi Pape Jati | Iha Saukhya Paratra Uttama Gati | Sanshaya Na Dhari Ga Chitti | Mhanoni Niropi Rayasi ||206||
Meaning: "The moment you reach there, your sins will vanish. You will find happiness in this world and salvation in the next. Have no doubt in your heart."
Ovi 207: Parisoni Gautamache Vachana | Raja Mani Drudha Santoshona | Tvarita Pavala Kshetra Gokarna | Papavegala Jahala To ||207||
Meaning: Hearing Gautama’s words, the King was deeply satisfied. He reached Gokarna quickly and was finally liberated from all his sins.
Ovi 208: Aise Punyapavana Sthana | Mhanoni Rahile Shripada Apana | Siddha Mhene Aika Kathana | Namadharaka Ekachitte ||208||
Meaning: "Since it is such a holy and purifying place, Shri Shripad Shrivallabh himself stayed there," said Siddha Muni to Namadharaka. "Listen to this story with total concentration."
Ovi 209: Mhanoni Saraswatigangadharu | Sange Gurucharitra Vistaru | Shrote Karuni Nirdharu | Ekachitte Pariyasa ||209||
Meaning: Thus, the poet Saraswati Gangadhar narrates the vast story of Guru Charitra. May the listeners listen with firm resolve and an attentive mind.
Ovi 210: Iti Shrigurucharitraparamakathakalpatarau | Shrinrusinhasaraswatyupakhyane Siddhanamadharakasamvade Gokarnamahimavarnana Nama Saptamo-dhyayah ||210|| 🙏🙇🏻
Shri Gurudattatreyaarpanmastu॥
Conclusion (समारोप)
The Grace of the Guru: Concluding Thoughts on Chapter 7
As we conclude the seventh chapter of the Shri Guru Charitra, we are left with a powerful message: Divine Grace is unconditional. The story of the outcast woman, who attained the highest heavens through an accidental fast and unintentional offering of Bilva leaves, reminds us that the Lord looks at the heart and the circumstance rather than just the ritual. This chapter re-establishes the supremacy of Gokarna Mahabaleshwar and the importance of visiting holy shrines with faith.
Om Shri Gurudev Datta!
Writer :- Mantra Stotra Jyoti
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