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A thousand elephants followed (from Nacciyar Tirumoli)
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by Andal
(9th Century) Timeline
English version by Vidya Dehejia
Original Language Tamil
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A thousand elephants followed as Narana Nampi walked in state. The town was adorned with flags and banners, at every threshold stood a blessed golden urn--- I dreamt this dream, my friend. Tomorrow, auspicious day, the wedding will take place. A great green awning stood adorned with shoots of palm and areca. Entered Madhava of leonine power the ox-like youth, Govinda--- I dreamt this dream, my friend. Indra and hosts of gods arrived, they blest me, chose me as bride. The wedding garb Durga draped upon me, she decked me with bridal garland--- I dreamt this dream, my friend...
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