जटाटवीगलज्जलप्रवाहपावितस्थले गलेऽवलम्ब्य लम्बितां…
““जटाटवीगलज्जलप्रवाहपावितस्थले गलेऽवलम्ब्य लम्बितां भुजङ्गतुङ्गमालिकाम्। डमड्डमड्डमड्डमन्निनादवड्डमर्वयं चकार चण्ड्ताण्डवं तनोतु नः शिवः शिवम्॥१॥ His neck, with thick forest-like locks of hair, holy by water flowing, On his neck, as garland whom none pair, lofty snake is hanging, His 'Damaru’ drum with its Damat Damat Damat in air echoing, Shiv - auspicious Tandava dances - may He prosperity be giving. - 94 -””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A vivid hymn praises Shiva’s cosmic dance, describing his majestic hair, serpentine ornaments, and resonant drum, invoking divine vigor and protection.
In simple terms: Shiva’s dance is celebrated with powerful imagery.
Appreciate the rhythmic energy of divine myth.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- religious ceremonies
- meditation
- artistic inspiration
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotions does the drum evoke?
- How does the serpent symbolize power?
Complex language may obscure meaning for modern readers.