Taramala Fourth bead of the Taramala O Batuka, the fearless one,   Crafting scenes we cannot shun.   You make us confront our fear,   Pushing past our comfort's sphere.   Anger shoots, temper runs,   Heart speaks truth like a firing gun.   Mind calms like ice,   When all is done.   Hearts love certainty,   Clinging to comfort's plea.  …

Taramala Third bead of the Taramala O Maa Tara, jagat janani, Rising early, starting my journey. Walking briskly for pradakshina, Excited and elated to get darshana.   On the way, Hibiscus winked, declaring they were first. Staying awake, bloomed in the morning, Surrendering themselves at your feet.   Pleasant chirping heard from afar, Birds serving…

Taramala Second bead of the Taramala When night arrives, cold and dark, The known becomes unknown. Eyes lose their sharpness, As another world wakes.   O Maa Tara, mother of all, Wolves howl, wind whispers Flickering fire, playing low, Eerie silence stuns the heart.   Weak-hearted, sleep at night, Your kith and kin Only those…

Taramala First bead of the Taramala Lift me, O Mother Tara,   Drowning in sorrow, weight pulling down.   Day and night, no difference,   Pitch dark with water around.   Pull me up with your love again,   Lighten my heart with your gaze.   Brighten my life with your grace,   Hold my hand to pass this phase.…