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Klim Krishnaya Govindaya
Gopijana Vallabhaya (Svaha)
I want to thank you for this life, I want to thank you for this love
And all that it brings
Translation:
"I offer oblations unto Krishna, Gopijanavallabha, the beloved of the gopis."
The Gopala-mantra is cintamani, the sweetest of the secret mantras. It manifests Krishna and induces that unique vraja-madhurya-rasa (sweet nectarian love) to flow in the heart,
As described in the Brahma-samhita, the primary purpose of the Gopala-mantra is to make the soul chase after Krishna, the all-attractive Lord of the gopis. However, because it contains the kama-bija (the seed of desire) the Gopala-mantra can also satisfy material or spiritual desires. In Goloka Vrndavana or for a pure devotee the kama-bija fulfills spiritual desires for Krishna's loving service. When the same kama-bija is reflected in the material world, it satisfies material desires.
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Lyrics:
The seasons come and they go, changing over time.
The leaves will grow and fall, the cycles of life.
But you are the constant, ever in my life.
Guiding me on.
The thought of you brings so much joy.
The thought of you brings me home.
The thought of you brings me to my knees.
Knowing there's so much more.
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How may I serve you more.
How may I love you more.
How may I be closer to you.
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You are the wind, that presses against my sails.
The stars that Shine bright, through the thickest veils.
You are this vessel, carrying me along the way.
Ever towards my heart.
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How may I serve you more.
How may I love you more.
How may I be closer to you.
Mantra: Jai Jai Jai Jagadambe (A mantra giving praise and connection with the divine mother of the universe)
Ma: Another name for the divine mother.
Jai Kali: Praises to Kali, divine mother fiercely compassionate.
Jai Durga: Praises to Durga, divine mother as the invincible/warriors.
Jai Lakshmi: Praises to Lakshmi, divine mother as beauty, splendor, abundance, nobility, enlightenment, fertility and golden radiance.
Saraswati Ma: Praises to Saraswati, divine mother as knowledge, arts, creativity and grace.
Mother of love. Mother of my heart. Mother of my soul. Mother of all.
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Shiva Shiva Shankara Maha Dev- Shiva "Auspicious One", Shankara "Bestowing Happiness", Maha Dev "Great God"
Om Namah Shivaya- Shiva's seed or essence mantra.
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Mantra: Jai Ganesha
Meaning: Praises to Ganesha, the Lord of Good Fortune who provides prosperity, fortune and success. He is the Lord of Beginnings and the Remover of Obstacles of both material and spiritual kinds.
Mantra: Om Gum Ganapatayei Namaha
Meaning: Seed and root mantra of Ganapati (another name for Ganesha). I bow or hold reverence to Ganapati.
Meaning:
Om-Cosmic sound of the universe.
Gam-The secret power sound of Ganesh. It is his “seed syllable” or bija mantra.
Ganapataye-The Lord of close devotees, who have reached the climax of devotion.
Namaha-I bow or hold reverence.
English lyrics:
Oh it’s you, who shines like a million suns. Illuminating the path/heart for one and all. Removing all obstacle. Yes you do.
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Mantra:
Govinda Jaya Jaya Gopala Jaya Jaya Radha Ramanahari Govinda Jaya Jaya
All glories to Govinda (Lord Krishna), who is the protector of the cows and the one who fulfills all desires.
All glories to Gopala, protector of the cows.
All glories to the lover of Sri Radha (who is perfectly expert in delighting Sri Radhe).
Hare Krishna Hare Krishna Krishna Krishna Hare Hare Hare Rama Hare Rama Rama Rama Hare Hare
Known as the Maha Mantra, this mantra is to glorify and call to the supreme god and goddess of love, Sri Sri Radha Krishna.
“Hare” represents the feminine energy of “God,” and Krishna is the male aspect. “Rama” is another name, or aspect, of Sri Krishna, which means the beloved of Radhe.
Rādhā-krsna prana mora jugala-kiśora jīvane marane gati āro nāhi mora
(A couplet from the original song written by Narottam Das Thakur c. 1560)
The divine couple Sri Sri Radha Krishna are my life and soul. In life or death I have no other refuge but Them.
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Mantra: Om Bhur Bhuva Svah Tat Savitur Varenyam Bhargo Devasya Dhimahi Dhiyo yo Nah Prachodyat
May our intellect (Dhiyo) bear (Dhimahi) that Supreme Consciousness which embodies and protects the vital-spiritual energies (Bhur), eliminates suffering (Bhuvah), embodies happiness (Svah), and that (Tat) self-luminous divine brilliance and ultimate creative source (Savitur), the best of the best, most virtuous (Varenyam). Potential cleanser of all our imperfections (Bhargo)—aggregation of all divine virtues and strengths (Devasya). We pray to propel (Prachodayat) our intellect (Dhiyo) on the divine-righteous path to unfold spiritual potentiality and enlightenment.
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Mantra: Om Bhur Bhuva Svah Tat Savitur Varenyam Bhargo Devasya Dhimahi Dhiyo yo Nah Prachodyat
May our intellect (Dhiyo) bear (Dhimahi) that Supreme Consciousness which embodies and protects the vital-spiritual energies (Bhur), eliminates suffering (Bhuvah), embodies happiness (Svah), and that (Tat) self-luminous divine brilliance and ultimate creative source (Savitur), the best of the best, most virtuous (Varenyam). Potential cleanser of all our imperfections (Bhargo)—aggregation of all divine virtues and strengths (Devasya). We pray to propel (Prachodayat) our intellect (Dhiyo) on the divine-righteous path to unfold spiritual potentiality and enlightenment.
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Achutya Kesava, Sri Radha Madhava,
Jaya Jaya Vrndavan-esh-wari
Radha Tapta Kancana, Sri Gaurangi!
Radhe Radhe Vrndavan-eshwari
Vrsabhanu Sute Devi, Devi
Pranamami Hari Hari Hari
Radhe Radhe Radhe Radhe! Radhe Radhe Radhe Radhe!
Govinda Radhe Radhe Sham,
Gopala Radhe Radhe Sham
Krishna, Krishna, Govinda Krishna!
Radhe, Radhe, Govinda Radhe!
Translation:
I Salute You O Acyuta (the Infallible One),
I Salute You O Keshava (The lord of creation, preservation, and dissolution)
Radha Madhava: Krishna is the lover of Radha
Vrndavan-eshwari: Queen of Vrndavan
O Srimati Radharani, I offer my respects to You whose bodily complexion is like molten gold.
O Goddess, You are the queen of Vrndavan. You are the daughter of King Vrishabhanu, and are very dear to Lord Krishna.
"Radharani, You are so dear to Krsna. So we offer our respectful obeisances unto You." Radharani can deliver Krsna. She is so great a devotee, the emblem of maha-bhagavata. Even Krsna cannot understand the quality of Radharani's devotion. Although Krsna saysvedaham samatitani - "I know everything" - He fails to understand Radharani. Radharani is so great.
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Mantra: Om Hreem Shreem Kleem Adya Kalika Param Eshwari Swaha
Om and salutations to She who is the first one, dark within her own reality, the supreme primordial feminine, who cuts through illusion to the unabridged truth of existence.
Described as a freight train mantra for transformation and illumination by Thomas Ashley Farrand (Namadeva).
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Thank you,
Jaya Lakshmi and Ananda.
These songs were recorded from their 2016 west coast spring tour. It is a compilation of the best songs from 5 different shows and correlates with a live DVD/BluRay release of these performances. Sonically stunning, the recordings capture the ecstatic energy that this group consistently delivers. It also features the spacious opening for sweet devotion that pours through these two. And absolute must have for those lovers of chant, heart songs and healing connection with the divine.
"What a gift these live albums are.. with the musical engineering supporting the energy and spirit! These selections evoke strong memories of group celebration and are truly life-affirming. I am listening to these at the end of a 7 day retreat filled with very hard spiritual work. So much appreciated. Namaste..." Marc Worthington (Fan)
released April 26, 2017
-Jaya Lakshmi on vocals, guitar, harmonium, and keyboard.
-Ananda Yogiji on vocals, guitar, harmonium, and bansuri flute.
-Will Marsh on sitar and guitar
-Ankush Vimawala on tabla
-Richard Cole on bass
Special Thanks:
Thank you so much to all the people who came out to these shows and made it such a magical experience. A huge thanks to the band and Amy Dennison for your support and dedication. Thank you to our tour sponsors over the years, Coconut Bliss, Jem Organics, Medicinal Foods, Blue Lotus Chai and Organic India. It's been so delicious having your support. Thank you to all the promoters and hosts for our events. Couldn't do it without you! Thank you to Akalsahai and Bright Star Live Events who continue to support our events. Thank you dear family members who continue to support us through our journeys. We love you! Thank you Deva, Devi and Guru for the incredible opportunity to share the holy names and vibrations. We offer our pranams...
Recorded, mixed and mastered by Ananda Yogiji
Audio engineering support by Brad Senstock
Album graphics by Maggie Taurick
Copyright: 2017 Jaya Lakshmi and Ananda
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