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Raga Maru
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by Jayadeva
(12th Century) Timeline
English version by Nirmal Dass
Original Language Sanskrit
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I drew up breath through my left nostril, fixed it at the bridge of my nose, and then forced out that breath through the right nostril, while repeating "Om" sixteen times. I broke the strength of my weak heart, steadied my inconstant spirit, and gave form to my inchoate mind -- thus did I drink ambrosia.
O my heart, sing the praises of God the primal -- thus shall you lessen the difference between you and Him.
I worshipped the Worshipful, and trusted the Trustworthy -- like water can easily blend with water. Jayadeva says, I praised the victorious Deva, and found that Brahma who Himself has no desires, who is lost forever in the vastness of His own self.
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