Shanmukha Bhujangam — Word-by-Word Meaning
षण्मुख भुजङ्गम्
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Word-by-Word Breakdown
Complete Translation
A hymn to Shanmukha — the six-faced Lord Murugan (Subrahmanya, Kartikeya) — in the undulating Bhujanga ("serpent") metre, adoring the divine commander of the gods and bestower of wisdom and protection.
Origin & History
Source: Traditional (Sringeri lineage)
Author: Sringeri Acharya
Period: Medieval
The Shanmukha Bhujangam is traditionally ascribed to Sringeri Acharya. A hymn to Shanmukha — the six-faced Lord Murugan (Subrahmanya, Kartikeya) — in the undulating Bhujanga ("serpent") metre, adoring the divine commander of the gods and bestower of wisdom and protection.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Shanmukha Bhujangam?▼
A hymn to Shanmukha — the six-faced Lord Murugan (Subrahmanya, Kartikeya) — in the undulating Bhujanga ("serpent") metre, adoring the divine commander of the gods and bestower of wisdom and protection.
Who composed the Shanmukha Bhujangam, and when is it recited?▼
It is attributed to Sringeri Acharya (Traditional (Sringeri lineage)). It is recited in the morning or evening with devotion, and especially on Tuesdays and Krittika and during Skanda Shashti and Krittika.
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