O Mother Bhavani (Devi), bestower of good fortune — you are that jewel
(The above lines are a that follows the translation methodology, not a verbatim copy of the copyrighted lyrics.)
Today, international yoga schools in New York, London, and Sydney use this English transliteration to end their sessions.
Tip: Roll the 'r' lightly, and keep vowels pure — 'a' as in "father", 'i' as in "bee".
The word "Mangalamani" translates roughly to or "Bell of Good Fortune." In many old Kerala churches, the ringing of the church bell (mangalamani) announced Holy Mass, weddings, or important feasts. Thus, the song uses the bell as a metaphor for the joyful proclamation of Jesus Christ’s birth, death, and resurrection.
Mangalamani mangalamani Mullai vanil mullaikkodi Karumani karumani Kadaikkodi kadaikkodi
You are the gem of all that's right. Auspicious Jewel, Auspicious Jewel, Fill my being with your blessed light.
What a sight I saw in your eyes! Even tears look like a good moon. After I found you within myself, There is no one else here like me.
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So, what makes Mangalamani Mangalamani so special? Here are a few reasons why this song holds a revered place in Hindu tradition:
Mangalamani paadarey mana Gananaathunaku
Shree Pradyumnaya mangalam, Mangalamani mangalamani mangalamani mangalam, Shree Aniruddhaya mangalam.
