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swami

சுவாமி
Tamil

Lord, master, deity

Lyrics

Meaning

"Swami" is a term of address meaning Lord or master. In Indian classical dance lyrics, it is frequently used to invoke or refer to a deity such as Shiva, Vishnu, or Muruga, expressing reverence and devotion. It often appears at the beginning of a line, directly addressing the divine beloved.

In the songs

  • Solla ariya swami malai vami malai amme amme

    Oh mother, the indescribable Swami Malai and Vami Malai are ours.

    Solla Ariya Swami Malai · Thirikooda Rasappa Kavirayar

  • swami nan undan adimai endru ulagam ellam ariyume

    Oh Lord, the whole world knows that I am your devotee.

    Swami Naan Undan Adimai · Papanasam Sivan

  • swami nan undan adimai endru ulagam ellam ariyume

    Oh Lord, the whole world knows that I am your devotee.

    Swami Naan Undan Adimai · Papanasam Sivan

  • swami nan

    Oh Lord, I

    Swami Naan Undan Adimai · Papanasam Sivan

Songs with this word

From the lyrics we hold — 2 songs.

  • Solla Ariya Swami Malai

    Thirikooda Rasappa Kavirayar

    appears in 1 line

  • Swami Naan Undan Adimai

    Papanasam Sivan

    appears in 3 lines

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