In all world religions, music is accorded a coveted place. It is an expression of devotion, love and longing.
In the second song of Geetanjali, the poet, Rabindranath Tagore offers his song at the feet of the divine. The sweet harmony of music allows him to purge negativity. He believes that only through his notes he can reach out and touch his master’s feet. The poet sees God as the inspiration behind all his songs.
When thou commandest me to sing it seems that my heart would break with pride; and I look to thy face, and tears come to my eyes.
All that is harsh and dissonant in my life melts into one sweet harmony ⎯ and my adoration spreads wings like a glad bird on its flight across the sea.
I know thou takest pleasure in my singing. I know that only as a singer I come before thy presence.
I touch by the edge of the far-spreading wing of my song thy feet which I could never aspire to reach.
Drunk with the joy of singing I forget myself and call thee friend who art my lord.
Geetanjali is a collection of sublime devotional poetry that glorifies the divine energy that pervades through this universe. Cultivating devotion is the most beautiful way to lead a meaningful and rich life. How do you identify the deity you connect to and then perform daily rituals that deepen your bond with them? The answer is the free and incredible Vedic Sadhana app, which makes the ancient rituals and practices followed by the sages of India available for you.
