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Venkatesha Suprabhatam: The Story of a Beloved Indian Prayer

by Venkatesh Parthasarathy
Venkatesha Suprabhatam: The Story of a Beloved Indian Prayer
Venkatesha Suprabhatam: The Story of a Beloved Indian Prayer

Dissecting India's cherished morning invocation.

If you're intrigued by the spiritual rhythms that wake up countless Indian households, "Venkatesha Suprabhatam" could be your window into cultural reverence. The author, Suprabhatam Parthasarathy, ushers you into the essence of this beloved prayer, making each verse accessible and delivering more than just a translation—it's a cultural passage that explains why these words resonate deeply with devotees.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Venkatesha Suprabhatam: The Story of a Beloved Indian Prayer

by Venkatesh Parthasarathy
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ISBN: 9789356294059
Authors: Venkatesh Parthasarathy
Publisher: HarperCollins India
Date of Publication: 2023-03-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: History, Sociology, Religion
Related Topics: History, World History, Spirituality, Anthropology, Asia, Hinduism
Goodreads rating: 4.73
(rated by 45 readers)

Description

O Rama, son of fortunate Kaushalya, the eastern twilight (dawn) is breaking. Arise, O lion among men; the daily morning rituals need to be performed. These stirring lines begin Venkatesha Suprabhatam, a beloved prayer that is an indispensable part of the morning routine in many South Indian homes and temples. An appeal to the lord to arise and save the world, Venkatesha Suprabhatam is the first of four recitations that are sung together every morning at the Venkateswara Temple in Tirumala, Tirupati. Prativadi Bhayankaram Anna, who composed this prayer in the fifteenth century, was a saint, poet and an ardent devotee of Lord Vishnu. However, its ubiquity in modern-day India is largely due to M.S. Subbulakshmi's unforgettable rendition. This book not only provides a translation of the prayer, but is a journey through its verses. It delves into the history of its composition and the circumstances of Prativadi Bhayankaram Anna, as well as the author's own relationship with the prayer. A compelling examination of a cultural phenomenon, Venkatesha Suprabhatam: The Story of a Beloved Indian Prayer is a must-read.
 

Dissecting India's cherished morning invocation.

If you're intrigued by the spiritual rhythms that wake up countless Indian households, "Venkatesha Suprabhatam" could be your window into cultural reverence. The author, Suprabhatam Parthasarathy, ushers you into the essence of this beloved prayer, making each verse accessible and delivering more than just a translation—it's a cultural passage that explains why these words resonate deeply with devotees.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.