त्वमेव माता च पिता त्वमेव — Word-by-Word Meaning
त्वमेव माता च पिता त्वमेव
Every Sanskrit word explained in English
Word-by-Word Breakdown
त्वमेव माता च पिता त्वमेव
Tvameva mata cha pita tvameva
You alone are my mother, and You alone are my father
त्वमेव बन्धुश्च सखा त्वमेव
Tvameva bandhushcha sakha tvameva
You alone are my kinsman, and You alone are my friend
त्वमेव विद्या द्रविणं त्वमेव
Tvameva vidya dravinam tvameva
You alone are my knowledge, and You alone are my wealth
त्वमेव सर्वं मम देव देव
Tvameva sarvam mama deva deva
You alone are everything to me, O God of gods
Complete Translation
तुम ही मेरी माता हो और तुम ही पिता; तुम ही बंधु हो और तुम ही सखा; तुम ही विद्या हो और तुम ही धन; हे देवों के देव, तुम ही मेरा सर्वस्व हो।
Origin & History
Source: Traditional prayer (associated with the Pandava Gita / Prapanna Gita)
Author: Traditional
Period: Classical
This beloved single-verse prayer expresses complete surrender to the Lord — declaring that He alone is one's mother, father, kinsman, friend, knowledge, wealth and very all. It is traditionally associated with the prayers of the Pandavas to Lord Krishna and is recited the world over at the close of worship, and as one of the first prayers taught to Hindu children.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the meaning of Twameva Mata Cha Pita Twameva?▼
It means: 'You alone are my mother and father; You alone are my kinsman and friend; You alone are my knowledge and wealth; You alone are everything to me, O God of gods.' It is a complete prayer of surrender, offering all of one's relationships and possessions to the Lord.
When is Twameva Mata recited?▼
It is most often recited at the conclusion of puja, aarti and prayer, as a final offering of oneself to God. It is also among the first Sanskrit prayers taught to children and is chanted daily by devotees.
Who is the 'Deva Deva' addressed in the prayer?▼
'Deva Deva' means the God of gods, the Supreme Lord — often understood as Vishnu or Krishna, though the prayer is universal and may be offered to one's chosen deity (Ishta Devata). It is traditionally associated with the Pandavas' prayer to Lord Krishna.
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