by Damodara Rao Dasu

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jAnaki ramaNa - Suddha Seemantini-Adi

In this kruti, Tyagaraja describes the exemplary qualities of Rama and seeks for his protection.

P janaki ramaNa bhakta pArijAta
pAhi sakala lOka SaraNa||
Oh lord of Janaki,you are the boundless bestower of boons to your devotees like the celestial parijata tree .You are the protector of the world.Please save me.
AP gAna lOla ghana tamAla leela karuNalavAla
suguNa Seela ||
You immerse in music. You are blue like a dark cloud. You are the embodiment of compassion. You are known for your impeccable character.
C 1 rakta naLina daLa nayana nrupAla
ramaNeeya nAma mukura kapOla
bhakti heena jana mada gaja jAla
pancha vadana tyAgaraja pAla ||
Your eyes are like petals of red lotus. You are the king with the most beautiful face. Your cheeks are mirror like. You are like Siva the destroyer of devotionless demons that behave like herds of elephants in rut. You are the protector of Tyagaraja.