
Gyaana Pazhathai Lyrics
From the movie Thiruvilaiyadal
Gyaana Pazhathai Song Lyrics is the track from Thiruvilaiyadal Tamil Film – 1965, Starring Sivaji Ganesan, R. Muthuraman, Savitri, Nagesh, Manorama, T. S. Balaiah, Devika, T. R. Mahalingam, A. P. Nagarajan, K. B. Sundarambal. This song was sung by கே.பி. சுந்தராம்பாள். The music was composed by K. V. Mahadevan. Lyrics works penned by Kannadasan.
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Gyaana pazhaththai pizhindhu Rasam andrinodu
Naan unnavum koduththa
Muruga nee pranava Gnyaanap pazhaththai pizhindhu
Rasam andrinodu naan unnavum Koduththa nalla gurunaathan
Unakkenna vidham ikkaniyaiii Naam eevadhu …endru naaniththaan
Muruga nee pranava Gnyaanap pazhaththai pizhindhu
Rasam andrinodu naan unnavum koduththa Nalla gurunaathan
Unakkenna vidham ikkaniyai Naaaaaam eevadhu
Endru naaniththaan appanniththanaiya Tharavillaiii…eeee
Muruga nee pranava Gnyaanap pazhaththai pizhindhu
Rasam andrinodu naan unnavum koduththa Nalla gurunaathan nee
Unakkenna vidham ikkaniyai Naaaaaam eevadhu
Endru naaniththaan appanniththanaiya Tharavillaiii…eeee…eee…eee
Appanniththanaiya tharavillaiii Aathalaal muruga unakku
Chaaru oru pizhai illaiyae…
Pranava gnyaanap pazhaththai pizhindhu Rasam andrinodu naan unnavum koduththa
Nalla gurunaathan nee Unakkenna vidham ikkaniyai
Naam eevadhu Naaniththaan appanniththanaiya tharavillaiii
Aathalaal muruga unakku Chaaru oru pizhai illaiyae…eee…ee
Muruga unakku Chaaru oru pizhai illaiyae…eee…ee
Vadiveludan sakthi mayil yeridum Shanmuga
Sakthi vadi vel…vadivel…velll…aeae…aahvell
Sakthi vadiveludan Thaththu mayil yeridum murugaa
Unakku kurai uladho…oo Vadiveludan thaththu mayil yeridum
Shanmuga unakku kurai uladho…oo Sakthi vadiveludan
Thaththu mayil yeridum murugaa Unakku kurai uladho…oo…hooo…
Muruga unakku kuraiyum uladho…
Vadiveludan thaththu mayil yeridum Shanmuga unakku kurai uladho…oo
Sakthi vadiveludan Thaththu mayil yeridum shanmuga
Unakku kurai uladho…oo…hooo… Muruga unakku kuraiyum uladho…
Yenippadi kovanaththudan Thandu kondu
Ingutror aandi aanaai Murugaa nee yen ippadi
Kovanaththudan thandu kondu Ingutror aandi aanaai
Emadhu vinaiyai podipadavum allavum Vandhu nee eppadi ingu irukkalaam
En aasaan appan annaiyaam ennavum Enninen tharumaiyaru pazhani malaiyil
Sankaran kudi konda sankaran kumbidum En dhandapaani dhandapaani…
Dhanda…paani dhandapaanith theivamae ae…ae
Song Meaning & Analysis
This song is a poignant devotional plea from Avvaiyar, a revered ancient Tamil poetess, to Lord Muruga (Kartikeya). It recounts the mythological tale where Muruga, in a fit of pique, leaves his parents Shiva and Parvati after a dispute over a 'fruit of wisdom' (Gnyana Pazham). Avvaiyar, witnessing Muruga's ascetic form in Palani, expresses her deep sorrow and confusion. She questions why the powerful, peacock-riding deity, who is the embodiment of wisdom and strength, has chosen to appear as a simple mendicant. The lyrics convey her profound respect and love for Muruga, acknowledging him as her guru, father, and mother, and lamenting his perceived 'shortcoming' in abandoning his divine abode for a life of austerity.
The song beautifully captures the emotional depth of Avvaiyar's devotion and her philosophical understanding of Muruga's divine play. She recognizes that Muruga, who himself bestowed the fruit of wisdom, cannot truly have any 'shortcomings.' Her questioning is a rhetorical device to express her anguish and to highlight the paradox of a supreme deity appearing in such a humble form. The repeated invocation of "Dandapani" (Muruga's name as the wielder of the staff) emphasizes his role as a protector and dispeller of karma, reinforcing the idea that his current state is part of a larger divine plan to alleviate human suffering.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the singer of Gyaana Pazhathai?
Gyaana Pazhathai is sung by கே.பி. சுந்தராம்பாள்.
Which movie is Gyaana Pazhathai from?
The song Gyaana Pazhathai is featured in the movie Thiruvilaiyadal.
Who wrote the lyrics for Gyaana Pazhathai?
The lyrics for Gyaana Pazhathai were written by Kannadasan with music composed by K. V. Mahadevan.
Is English translation available for Gyaana Pazhathai lyrics?
Yes! Gyaana Pazhathai lyrics from Thiruvilaiyadal include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.
What is the meaning of Gyaana Pazhathai lyrics?
This song is a poignant devotional plea from Avvaiyar, a revered ancient Tamil poetess, to Lord Muruga (Kartikeya). It recounts the mythological tale where Muruga, in a fit of pique, leaves his parents Shiva and Parvati after a dispute over a 'fruit of wisdom' (Gnyana Pazham). Avvaiyar, witnessing Muruga's ascetic form in Palani, expresses her deep sorrow and confusion. She questions why the powerful, peacock-riding deity, who is the embodiment of wisdom and strength, has chosen to appear as a simple mendicant. The lyrics convey her profound respect and love for Muruga, acknowledging him as her guru, father, and mother, and lamenting his perceived 'shortcoming' in abandoning his divine abode for a life of austerity. The song beautifully captures the emotional depth of Avvaiyar's devotion and her philosophical understanding of Muruga's divine play. She recognizes that Muruga, who himself bestowed the fruit of wisdom, cannot truly have any 'shortcomings.' Her questioning is a rhetorical device to express her anguish and to highlight the paradox of a supreme deity appearing in such a humble form. The repeated invocation of "Dandapani" (Muruga's name as the wielder of the staff) emphasizes his role as a protector and dispeller of karma, reinforcing the idea that his current state is part of a larger divine plan to alleviate human suffering.
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