Thanjai Periya Koil Lyrics

From the movie Rajaraja Chozhan

Thanjai Periya Koil Song Lyrics is the track from Rajaraja Chozhan Tamil Film – 1973, Starring Sivaji Ganesan, Lakshmi, M. N. Nambiar, Sivakumar, R. Muthuraman, S. Varalakshmi, T. R. Mahalingam, Manorama, Sirkazhi Govindarajan, Gandhimathi. This song was sung by டி. ஆர். மகாலிங்கம், சீர்காழி கோவிந்தராஜன். The music was composed by Kunnakudi Vaithiyanathan. Lyrics works penned by Kannadasan.

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Track Credits & Star Cast

Music & Lyrics

Music DirectorKunnakudi Vaithiyanathan

LyricistKannadasan

Singers

டஆ

Singerடி. ஆர். மகாலிங்கம்

சக

Singerசீர்காழி கோவிந்தராஜன்

Star Cast

ActorSivaji Ganesan

ActorLakshmi

ActorM. N. Nambiar

Translation

Nanjai kazhanigalin naayaganae nee vaazhga

Nadanamidum kaveri kaavalanae nee vaazhga

Thanjamena varuvorkku thanjam vazhangukindra
Thanjai peruvudaiya thalaivanae nee vaazhga

Venjamaril vettri kandu Anjalikkum makkalukkor
Vinnuyar periya koyil thantha Veera raja raja chozhanae nee vaazhga

Thanjai periya koyil pallaandu vaazhgavae
Thanjai periya koyil pallaandu vaazhgavae
Thanjai periya koyil pallaandu vaazhgavae
Thaaraniyil tamil pola nilai nindru vaazhgavae
Thaaraniyil tamil pola nilai nindru vaazhgavae

Thanjai periya koyil pallaandu vaazhgavae

Moondru nilangalukkum mudi soottinaan
Puvanam muzhuthum puli poriththa kodi naattinaan
Moondru nilangalukkum mudi soottinaan
Puvanam muzhuthum puli poriththa kodi naattinaan

Thondrum idangalil than pugazh naattinaan
Thondrum idangalil than pugazh naattinaan
Endrum chozhar paramparaikkae vazhi kaattinaan
Chozhar paramparaikkae vazhi kaattinaan
Chozhan vazhi kaattinaan

Aayakalaigal pala nilai naattinaan
Tamil aalum aringyargalukku sabhai koottinaan
Kanni tamil aallum aringyargalukku sabhai koottinaan
Thooyavarthamar vaazhvil thunai koottinaan
Chozhan thottathaiyellaam ponnaakkinaan
Thottathaiyellaam ponnaakkinaan
Chozhan ponnaakkinaan

Aram kaakka arasaalai uruvaakkinaan Aaaa…aaaaaaaa…aa…aaaaaa…aa…
Aram kaakka arasaalai uruvaakkinaan Maram kaakka padaichaalai uruvaakkinaan
Uyar kalvi koodangal uruvaakkinaan Bakthi valarnthida aalayam uruvaakkinaan
Chozhan uruvaakkinaan

Thanjai periya koyil pallaandu vaazhgavae
Thaaraniyil tamil pola nilai nindru vaazhgavae
Thaaraniyil tamil pola nilai nindru vaazhgavae

Thanjai periya koyil pallaandu vaazhgavae

Song Meaning & Analysis

The emotional resonance of the song is one of profound reverence and pride in Tamil heritage. It wishes for the eternal existence of the Thanjai Big Temple, likening its steadfastness to that of the timeless Tamil language itself. The song captures the majestic and spiritual essence of the temple, highlighting its significance not just as an architectural marvel but as a beacon of Tamil identity, culture, and the glorious legacy of the Chola dynasty, inspiring a sense of awe and admiration for the king's achievements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Thanjai Periya Koil?

Thanjai Periya Koil is sung by டி. ஆர். மகாலிங்கம், சீர்காழி கோவிந்தராஜன்.

Which movie is Thanjai Periya Koil from?

The song Thanjai Periya Koil is featured in the movie Rajaraja Chozhan.

Who wrote the lyrics for Thanjai Periya Koil?

The lyrics for Thanjai Periya Koil were written by Kannadasan with music composed by Kunnakudi Vaithiyanathan.

Is English translation available for Thanjai Periya Koil lyrics?

Yes! Thanjai Periya Koil lyrics from Rajaraja Chozhan include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.

What is the meaning of Thanjai Periya Koil lyrics?

This song is a magnificent tribute to the legendary Chola emperor Raja Raja Chozhan and his monumental creation, the Brihadeeswarar Temple, also known as Thanjai Periya Koil. It extols the king's virtues as a benevolent ruler, a fierce warrior who secured victories in battles, and a patron of arts and culture. The lyrics celebrate his role in establishing institutions for charity, education, and devotion, portraying him as a visionary leader who enriched the lives of his people and left an indelible mark on history, symbolized by the enduring temple. The emotional resonance of the song is one of profound reverence and pride in Tamil heritage. It wishes for the eternal existence of the Thanjai Big Temple, likening its steadfastness to that of the timeless Tamil language itself. The song captures the majestic and spiritual essence of the temple, highlighting its significance not just as an architectural marvel but as a beacon of Tamil identity, culture, and the glorious legacy of the Chola dynasty, inspiring a sense of awe and admiration for the king's achievements.