Soundarya Lahari Verse 2 — Taniyamsam Pamsum — Benefits & How to Chant
सौन्दर्यलहरी श्लोक २ — तनीयांसं पांसुं
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Benefits of Chanting Soundarya Lahari Verse 2 — Taniyamsam Pamsum
Glorifies the supreme power held in the dust of the Mother's lotus feet
Said to bestow success in worthy undertakings and creative endeavours
Deepens reverence for the Goddess as the source of the cosmic functions
Cultivates surrender, recognising even the gods depend on Her grace
Traditionally recited for blessings of capability and accomplishment
Strengthens faith that all power flows from devotion to Devi's feet
How to Chant Soundarya Lahari Verse 2 — Taniyamsam Pamsum
Instructions
Facing east or north before the Mother's image or Sri Chakra, offer red flowers and kumkum and meditate on Her lotus feet. Recite the verse slowly, reflecting that even Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva draw their power from the dust of those feet. It may be repeated 9, 27 or 108 times, ideally after first reciting Verse 1.
Spiritual Significance
Devotees hold that even a particle of the Mother's grace, like the dust of Her feet praised here, is enough to accomplish great works; reciting this verse is said to draw that creative blessing into one's own endeavours.
Origin & History
Source: Soundarya Lahari, Verse 2
Author: Adi Shankaracharya
Part of the Ananda Lahari, the first section of the Soundarya Lahari, this verse continues the praise begun in the opening stanza by exalting the dust of the Goddess's feet as the support of the three great gods. It is set in the Shikharini metre and is among the most loved verses of the hymn.