Paarthal Pasumaram Lyrics
From the movie Thiruvilaiyadal
Paarthal Pasumaram 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 டி.எம். சௌந்தரராஜன். The music was composed by K. V. Mahadevan. Lyrics works penned by Kannadasan.
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Paarthaa pasumaram Paduthuvitta nedumaram
Paarthaa pasumaram Paduthuvitta nedumaram
Serthaa veragukkaagumaa Gyaana thangamae
Theeyilittaa kariyum minjumaa
Paarthaa pasumaram Paduthuvitta nedumaram
Serthaa veragukkaagumaa Gyaana thangamae
Theeyilittaa kariyum minjumaa Gyaana thangamae
Theeyilittaa kariyum minjumaa
{Kattazhagu meniyaippaar Pottum poovumaa
Neetti kattaiyilae paduththuvittaa Kaasukkaagumaa} (2)
Vattamidum kaalaiyaippaar Vaatta saattamaa
Vattamidum kaalaiyaippaar Vaatta saattamaa
Kooni valanchi vitta Odambu indha aattam podumaa
Kooni valanchi vitta Odambu indha aattam podumaa
Paarthaa pasumaram Paduthuvitta nedumaram
Serthaa veragukkaagumaa Gyaana thangamae
Theeyilittaa kariyum minjumaa Gyaana thangamae
Theeyilittaa kariyum minjumaa
Ponnum porulum mootta katti Pottu vechchaaru
{Ponnum porulum mootta katti Pottu vechchaaru
Ivaru pona varusham mazhaiya nambi Vedha vedhachchaaru} (2)
Yettu kanakka maathi maathi Ezhudhi vechaaru
Yettu kanakka maathi maathi Ezhudhi vechaaru
Eesan potta kanakku maaravilla Poi vizhundhaaru
Eesan potta kanakku maaravilla Poi vizhundhaaru
Paarthaa pasumaram Paduthuvitta nedumaram
Serthaa veragukkaagumaa Gyaana thangamae
Theeyilittaa kariyum minjumaa Gyaana thangamae
Theeyilittaa kariyum minjumaa
{Aruvadaiya mudikkum munnae Vedhaikkalaaguma
Ada aandavanae un padaippil Iththanai vegama} (2)
Paththupulla peththa pinnum Ettu maasama
Paththupulla peththa pinnum Ettu maasama
Indha paavi magalukkentha naalum Karba veshama
Indha paavi magalukkentha naalum Karba veshama
Paarthaa pasumaram Paduthuvitta nedumaram
Serthaa veragukkaagumaa Gyaana thangamae
Theeyilittaa kariyum minjumaa Gyaana thangamae
Theeyilittaa kariyum minjumaa …aannn
Song Meaning & Analysis
The song "Paarthal Pasumaram" from the 1965 Tamil film 'Thiruvilaiyadal' is a profound philosophical discourse delivered by Lord Shiva (portrayed by Sivaji Ganesan) in the guise of a common man. He sings this to a wealthy, arrogant merchant to impart a lesson on the transient nature of life and the ultimate futility of worldly possessions and pride. The lyrics, penned by Kannadasan, use simple yet powerful metaphors to convey deep spiritual truths about human existence.
The song vividly illustrates the impermanence of physical beauty, strength, and accumulated wealth. It questions the value of a beautiful body once it's on the pyre and the strength of a bull when old age sets in. It highlights how human plans and efforts to accumulate riches are ultimately superseded by divine will, emphasizing that death is an inevitable and swift end to all earthly endeavors. The repeated lament about continuous burdens, symbolized by "the guise of pregnancy," further underscores the relentless cycle of life's struggles and the ultimate surrender to fate. The overall mood is reflective, poignant, and deeply philosophical, urging listeners to contemplate the true meaning of life beyond material attachments.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the singer of Paarthal Pasumaram?
Paarthal Pasumaram is sung by டி.எம். சௌந்தரராஜன்.
Which movie is Paarthal Pasumaram from?
The song Paarthal Pasumaram is featured in the movie Thiruvilaiyadal.
Who wrote the lyrics for Paarthal Pasumaram?
The lyrics for Paarthal Pasumaram were written by Kannadasan with music composed by K. V. Mahadevan.
Is English translation available for Paarthal Pasumaram lyrics?
Yes! Paarthal Pasumaram lyrics from Thiruvilaiyadal include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.
What is the meaning of Paarthal Pasumaram lyrics?
The song "Paarthal Pasumaram" from the 1965 Tamil film 'Thiruvilaiyadal' is a profound philosophical discourse delivered by Lord Shiva (portrayed by Sivaji Ganesan) in the guise of a common man. He sings this to a wealthy, arrogant merchant to impart a lesson on the transient nature of life and the ultimate futility of worldly possessions and pride. The lyrics, penned by Kannadasan, use simple yet powerful metaphors to convey deep spiritual truths about human existence. The song vividly illustrates the impermanence of physical beauty, strength, and accumulated wealth. It questions the value of a beautiful body once it's on the pyre and the strength of a bull when old age sets in. It highlights how human plans and efforts to accumulate riches are ultimately superseded by divine will, emphasizing that death is an inevitable and swift end to all earthly endeavors. The repeated lament about continuous burdens, symbolized by "the guise of pregnancy," further underscores the relentless cycle of life's struggles and the ultimate surrender to fate. The overall mood is reflective, poignant, and deeply philosophical, urging listeners to contemplate the true meaning of life beyond material attachments.
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