|| Jai Sriman Narayana ||
|| Shankara ||
Shiva
Gitimala was composed by Jagadguru Sri Chandrasekharendra Saraswathi ( 62nd Seer of Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Peedam),
it consists of 20 enthralling verses known as Ashtapadi praising the pleasurable
moments of Lord Ekamreshwarar and Goddess Sri Kamakshi. This beautiful composition portraits
the desperation, devotion and dedication, of individual soul/Jeevathma, attain
union with the Supreme soul/Paramathma in order to achieve eternal bliss. Shiva Ashtapadi/Shiva Gitimala begins
with the veneration of Lord Ganesha. The
entire verses illustrate the miserable state of separation of Goddess Parvathi
from Lord Shiva. Goddess
Sri Parvati underwent severe penance on the river banks of Kampa in order to
unite with the Lord Shiva. The
divine couple undergoes unbearable pain of separation; Lord Shiva came down to
Earth and resides under a mango tree where Goddess Sri Parvati undertakes
penance was observed by faithful companion of Goddess and was duly
informed. The state of
remorseful, desertion, guilt and the messages exchanged through the
companion of Godess Sri Parvati etc.. are beautifully depicted in the
Ashtapadi. Ultimately Lord
Shiva appears before Goddess Sri Parvati and apologizes profusely, after an
initial harshness between the couple blissfully unites.
Om Nama Shivaya
Sri Chandrasekharendra Saraswathi Virachith
|| Shiva Ashtapadi ||
Ashtapadi – 6
In this
verse Sri Chandrasekharendra Yathi beautifully narrates the pleasurable moments
of Lord Shiva & Goddess Sri Parvati. Goddess Sri Parvati pensively speaking about the lovely moments and grandeur of Lord Shiva who resides in a
hermitage under the mango tree made of creepers. She recollects the all-pervading Lord,
vanquisher of Kala/Time whose graceful approach to gratify their desires. She openly declares her affection to
Lord Shiva and the gentle breeze which carries enthralling fragrances of
water-lilies from him, a simple gaze at His lotus feet would remove illnesses
and sufferings. His
dexterous and pleasing speeches like nectar would relieve the mental
sufferings; she recollects the joyous conversation she had with the Supreme
Lord in the backdrop of chirping of cuckoos and his wavering glance through the
corner of his eyes resembles cupid arrows of various flowers. The poet remembers the amorous sport
between the divine couple in the hermitage under the mango tree. The gentle smile of Supreme Lord is
capable to take away the sorrows of young maiden/Chakora birds, his sparkling
face and red lips are capable to steal the hearts of young maiden. Goddess Sri Parvati
recollects the cherished moments she had within the embrace of Lord Shiva, the
lovable odor of enchanting fragrances of sandal paste and various scent from
the Mount Malaya applied on his body, his mischievous gaze on her bosom and
thin creeper like waist, his matted hair locks decorated with garland of
flowers of Kalpaka tree, eventually she adores the concealed moments of his
playful touch.
I meditate
upon the glorious verses of Sri Chandrasekharendra Yathi, passionate devotee of
Lord Shiva regarding the exceptional pastime of Lord Shiva/Purusha recounted by
Goddess Sri Parvati/nature.
Goddess Sri
Parvati was fascinated by the
marvelous form of lotus eyed Lord Shiva with a gentle smile on his face,
crescent moon on his matted hair locks and holding bunches of flowers, rope,
goad and sugarcane on his hands, ultimately her heart eagerly desired to
witness this enthralling form of Lord once again.
Nikhila Chara Chara Nirmitha Koushala Bharitha Charithra Vilolam
Lalitha Rasala Nibhandha Latha Gruha Viharana Kouthuka Sheelam
Kalaye Kala Madhana Madhisham
Khadaya Maya Saha Dhanathara Kucha Parirambhamana
Kelikruthasham Kalaye ||
Kuvalaya Sourabha Vadhana Sameerana Vasitha Nikhiladhigandham
Charana Saroja Vilokanathokhila Thaparujam Shamayantham Kalaye ||
Paduthara Chadu Vachomrutha Shishira Nivaritha Manasija Thapam
Tharuna Vana Priya Bhashanaya Saha Sadhara Vihitha Sulapam Kalaye
||
Chalitha Dhruganjjala Masamasharaniva Yuvathijane Nidhadhanam
Rahasi Rasalagruham Gathaya Saha Sarasa Vihara Vidhanam Kalaye ||
Dharahasi Thadhoothi Chandrikaya Gathakhedha Vikara Chakoram
Lasadharunadhara Vadhana Vashikrutha Yuvathi Janashaya Choram
Kalaye ||
Malayaja Pankha Vilepana Muruthara Kucha Yuga Makalayantham
Kruthakarusho Mama Suthanula Thaparirambana Kelimayantham Kalaye
||
Suratharu Kusuma Sumakilaya Pari Manditha Chikuranikayam
Alakhupulaka Kadaseemani Mruga Madha Patra Vilekha Vidheyam
Kalaye||
Sri Shiva Sevana Chandra Shikhamani Yathivara Gita Mudharam
Sukhayathu Shailajaya Kathitham Shiva Charitha Visheshitha Saram
Kalaye ||
Leela Prasoona Shara Pasa Shruniprakanda-
Pundrekshumasikara Pallavamambujaksham |
Alokya Sarismithamukhendhuka Indumoulim
Uthkandathe Hrudhayameekshithu Meva Bhuya : ||
|| Jai Sriman Narayana ||
