Sadguru Sthavan by Tulas Amma – Hymn 4, 5 and 6

Hymn No.4

Marathi

Guru mantra karu jap|Dharu manee Hech Tap||1||

Hrudi Smarata|Vakya jan|Padee dharitaMan Apan||2||

Guru Rakhe Bhakt Loka|SmaruDhave Sahaj Jo Ka||3||

Nirmal Anandee Jan|Nityanand Sange Khoon||4||

English

Let us resolve with unwavering faith—true penance lies in chanting the Mantra bestowed by the Guru. ||1||

When the mind surrenders at His sacred feet, His words resonate deep within the heart. ||2||

Know with certainty—the Guru alone is the devotee’s refuge, and the moment you call, He hastens to your aid. ||3||

Says Nirmalanandee, “It is Nityananda who reveals the signs of Enlightenment.” ||4||

This bhajan by Tulas Amma emphasizes the essence of Guru Mantra, surrender, and the grace of Bhagavan Nityananda. Let’s elaborate on its meaning verse by verse:

“Guru mantra karu jap | Dharu manee Hech Tap ||1||”

  1. Let us chant the Guru Mantra with unwavering focus; know that true penance (Tapas) is nothing but holding it firmly in the heart.

Here, Tulas Amma simplifies the path of spiritual practice—penance is not about physical austerities but about meditative repetition (Japa) of the sacred Mantra given by the Guru. The mind should hold onto it with deep conviction. True devotion is to internalize the Mantra until it becomes one’s very breath.

“Hrudi Smarata | Vakya jan | Padee dharita Man Apan ||2||”

2. When you remember Him in your heart, His words become known to you; they take root in your own mind.

This verse highlights the transformative power of remembrance (Smarana). When the devotee constantly remembers the Guru, His teachings naturally become clear and manifest as an inner guiding force. It is not mere intellectual understanding; rather, His words become a lived reality. The mind, instead of wavering, becomes firmly established in the wisdom imparted by the Guru.

“Guru Rakhe Bhakt Loka | Smaru Dhave Sahaj Jo Ka ||3||”

3. The Guru protects His devotees; the moment they remember Him, He rushes to their aid effortlessly.

This reaffirms the boundless compassion and grace of the Guru. Just as a mother instinctively protects her child, the Guru is always watching over His devotees. There is no delay in His response—the moment a sincere call is made, the Guru’s presence is felt. This is akin to Bhagavan Nityananda’s assurance that Guru Krupa (Guru’s grace) transcends all barriers, responding instantly to the devotee’s inner call.

“Nirmal Anandee Jan | Nityanand Sange Khoon ||4||”

4. Nirmalanandee says: “In Nityananda, all signs of the Supreme are revealed.”

Tulas Amma, writing under the name Nirmalanandee, declares that Bhagavan Nityananda embodies the Supreme Reality. “Sange Khoon” can be understood as “in His presence, all divine qualities are seen.” Bhagavan Nityananda is not just a Guru in human form; He is a beacon of Enlightenment itself. Those who attune themselves to Him will witness and experience the signs of true wisdom and liberation.

This bhajan encapsulates core spiritual truths:

  1. The Power of Guru Mantra – Japa is the highest penance.
  2. Internalizing the Guru’s Teachings – Through remembrance, His words take root.
  3. Guru’s Protection – He instantly responds to the sincere devotee.
  4. Nityananda as the Supreme – He is the very embodiment of Enlightenment.

Hymn No.5

Marathi

Avadhoot Dayaghan Tho|Amha Avadhoot Dayaghan Tho||1||

Hrudayee Chintuni|Smaran Karita|Antaree Karee Vishram||2|

Antaryamee Sarvahi Suchavi|Karavee Chittee Aram||3||

Yaparee Sadguru|Rakshan Karita|Nasati sarvahi Kam||4||

Nirmal Anandee|Nityanand Charanee|Nijsukh Hechi Apar||5|

English

It is He, the Avadhuta—ever merciful and kind.
It is He alone, boundless in grace and compassion! ||1||

When you contemplate Him in the depths of your heart,
And remember Him ceaselessly, He takes abode within. ||2||

He then reveals the ways of inner reflection,
Bringing profound peace to the soul. ||3||

When the Sadguru’s grace protects in this way,
All desires fade and dissolve into nothingness. ||4||

Says Nirmalanandee, “At the Lotus Feet of the Sadguru,
I find infinite, boundless joy.” ||5||

This bhajan by Tulas Amma, written under the name Nirmalanandee, is a deeply devotional composition that glorifies the all-compassionate Avadhuta, Bhagavan Nityananda. It describes the transformative power of remembering the Guru, the inner peace He bestows, and the ultimate dissolution of desires through His grace. Let’s explore each verse in depth:

“Avadhoot Dayaghan Tho | Amha Avadhoot Dayaghan Tho ||1||”

  1. “He is the Avadhuta, the ocean of compassion! Truly, He is the ever-merciful Avadhuta!”

Here, Bhagavan Nityananda is addressed as the Avadhuta—a being beyond worldly attachments, one who has transcended all limitations of mind and body. Despite being beyond human limitations, He is still full of infinite love (Dayaghan). The repetition in this verse serves as an emphatic declaration, reinforcing His boundless grace. This aligns with the understanding that an Avadhuta, though beyond conventional relationships, is always watching over devotees with profound care.

“Hrudayee Chintuni | Smaran Karita | Antaree Karee Vishram ||2||”

2. “When we contemplate Him in our hearts and remember Him ceaselessly, He grants deep inner peace.”

This verse emphasizes Chintan (contemplation) and Smaran (remembrance) of the Guru. True devotion is not in outward rituals but in meditating upon the Guru within the heart. Through such remembrance, the restless mind finds rest (Vishram), indicating a state of inner stillness and bliss. This resonates with Bhagavan Nityananda’s teachings that Guru Smaran itself is Sadhana, leading to a state of deep tranquillity.

“Antaryamee Sarvahi Suchavi | Karavee Chittee Aram ||3||”

3. “The indwelling Guru, the knower of all, directs us towards peace and stillness within.”

Here, Bhagavan is recognized as the Antaryami—the indwelling Self that witnesses and knows all. He does not merely guide externally but directs the seeker’s awareness inward. His grace brings comfort (Aram) to the restless mind, dissolving disturbances and leading to a state of profound inner contentment. This reflects the Guru’s silent yet powerful influence in awakening the disciple’s awareness.

“Yaparee Sadguru | Rakshan Karita | Nasati Sarvahi Kam ||4||”

4. “When the Sadguru protects in this way, all desires perish and dissolve completely.”

This verse highlights the role of the Guru as the supreme protector. The greatest protection is not merely physical safety but liberation from desires (Kam). The Guru’s presence burns away all worldly cravings, leading the devotee toward a state of desirelessness (Vairagya). When the Guru takes charge, the endless cycle of longing and suffering comes to an end, and the devotee rests in divine contentment.

“Nirmal Anandee | Nityanand Charanee | Nijsukh Hechi Apar ||5||”

5. “Says Nirmalanandee, ‘At the feet of Nityananda, I have found the highest and boundless bliss.'”

This concluding verse is Tulas Amma’s declaration of realization. She affirms that true and limitless joy (Apar Sukh) lies only at the feet of the Sadguru. This Nijsukh (self-born bliss) is not derived from the external world but is the eternal joy of merging with the Guru’s consciousness. The phrase Nityanand Charanee suggests complete surrender at Bhagavan Nityananda’s feet, where the devotee finds the ultimate fulfilment beyond all worldly pursuits.

This bhajan captures the essence of Guru Bhakti:

  1. Guru as the Avadhuta – Ever-compassionate and all-knowing.
  2. Remembrance as the Path – Constant contemplation leads to inner peace.
  3. Guru as the Indwelling Self – He guides from within, offering divine rest.
  4. Guru’s Protection – Leads to the dissolution of all desires.
  5. Ultimate Bliss at the Guru’s Feet – The highest joy is found in surrender.

Hymn No.6-

Marathi

Sadguruchya Upakarasee smaru jata|Triputee Nashee||1||

Amha Guru Shikhavita|Atma Guru Dakhavita||2||

Amhalagee Dnyandata|Atmanandee Thevi Trata||3||

Nirmal Anandee Dhyayee|Nityanand Shant Pahee||4||

English

Only when you remember with gratitude the boundless grace and benevolence of the Sadguru will you be freed from the triad of separation? He dissolves the threefold distinctions—the meditator, the act of meditation, and the object of meditation (Dhyata, Dhyana, Dhyeya)—as well as the divisions of knowledge: the knower, the act of knowing, and the object of knowledge (Dnyata, Dnyan, Dnyeya). Through His grace, duality vanishes, revealing the indivisible Truth. ||1||

The true Guru leads us to recognize the Eternal Guru, ever-present within. ||2||

It is He, the Supreme Savior, who bestows divine wisdom and teaches the art of abiding in the bliss of the Self. ||3||

Says Nirmalanandee, “By ceaselessly meditating upon my Sadguru, I attain eternal peace.” ||4||

This bhajan by Tulas Amma, written under the name Nirmalanandee, expresses deep gratitude towards the Sadguru, emphasizing His grace, the revelation of the inner Self, and the ultimate attainment of peace and bliss through His teachings. Let us explore each verse in depth:

“Sadguruchya Upakarasee Smaru Jata | Triputee Nashee ||1||”

  1. “Upon remembering the grace of the Sadguru, the triad of knower, knowledge, and known dissolves.”

This verse highlights the profound effect of Guru Kripa (the grace of the Sadguru). The act of remembering (Smaran) His grace is not just an expression of gratitude but a transformative realization. The Triputi (triad) here refers to the separation between the experiencer (Jnata), the act of experiencing (Jnana), and the object of experience (Jneya). In Advaita Vedanta, liberation occurs when this separation dissolves, and the seeker realizes oneness with the Supreme. Thus, through the Guru’s grace, duality vanishes, leading to the experience of non-dual Truth (Advaita).

“Amha Guru Shikhavita | Atma Guru Dakhavita ||2||”

3. “The Guru teaches us and reveals the Atma-Guru within.”

This verse captures the essence of the Guru’s role. The external Guru (Bahya Guru) provides guidance, but His ultimate purpose is to awaken the inner Guru (Atma Guru), which is our true Self. The Guru does not give something external—He merely removes ignorance, revealing that the Atman itself is the real Guru. This aligns with Bhagavan Nityananda’s teachings that the Guru’s grace leads one inward, where the eternal truth resides.

“Amhalagee Dnyandata | Atmanandee Thevi Trata ||3||”

3. “He bestows true knowledge upon us and establishes us in the bliss of the Self.”

Here, the Guru is described as the giver of Jnana (spiritual knowledge). But this knowledge is not intellectual—it is the direct experience of the Self (Atmananda). The Guru not only provides wisdom but ensures that the disciple remains firmly established (Thevi Trata) in this state of inner bliss. This verse reflects the journey from knowledge (Jnana) to realization (Ananda), the culmination of spiritual practice.

“Nirmal Anandee Dhyayee | Nityanand Shant Pahee ||4||”

4. “Nirmalanandee meditates upon Him and beholds Nityananda as the embodiment of peace.”

In this final verse, Tulas Amma (as Nirmalanandee) expresses her personal experience of Bhagavan Nityananda. Through deep meditation (Dhyana), she sees Him not just as a Guru but as the very essence of peace (Shanta Svarupa). This verse signifies the ultimate fruit of devotion—the direct realization that the Guru is none other than the eternal, ever-blissful reality (Nityananda).

This bhajan beautifully encapsulates the journey of a devotee:

  1. Guru Kripa dissolves duality – The very act of remembering His grace leads to non-dual awareness.
  2. Guru leads to Self-discovery – The external Guru awakens the Guru within.
  3. From Knowledge to Bliss – The Guru grants Jnana and ensures the seeker remains in Ananda.
  4. Guru as the Ultimate Peace – Through deep meditation, the Guru is realized as the eternal truth.

Tulas Amma’s words align perfectly with Bhagavan Nityananda’s teachings: the Guru is not outside but within, and through His grace, the devotee is led beyond duality into the boundless peace of the Self