In the sixty-ninth shloka of Soundaryalahari, Adi Shankara describes the three delicate lines on Jagadamba’s neck. He expresses that these lines embody both divine beauty and cosmic order, linking music, devotion and auspiciousness. 

Immerse yourself in this divine shloka set in the raga Begade and know more about the interpretations offered by Adi Shankara in this shloka. 

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Meaningful questions are the gateway to true spiritual growth. In this twenty-third Q&A session, we delve into the profound wisdom of Soundarya Lahari shlokas 66, 67, and 68 with exceptional depth and clarity.

To fully appreciate this discussion, we recommend revisiting our detailed explanations of these shlokas in previous episodes. For deeper insight, explore the accompanying study materials to prepare for the journey ahead.

Join us as we unravel the timeless teachings of these verses through thought-provoking questions and illuminating revelations.

Questions:

1. Why does Goddess Sarasvati become silent in the presence of Parashakti? What does the symbolic act of covering her veena reveal about humility? 
2. What is the spiritual significance of the incomparable beauty of Devi’s chin? How is physical beauty used as a gateway to metaphysical truths in Soundaryalahari? 
3. What is the relevance of Jagadamba’s neck to our sadhana and spiritual anatomy?

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Adi Shankara offers a vision of intimate divine union in the sixty-eighth shloka of Soundaryalahari. He describes Devi’s elegant neck, comparing it to the lotus stalk supporting Her radiant lotus-like face. He further describes the adornments and features of Jagadamba’s neck, which bears goosebumps upon the divine touch of Lord Shiva. 

Immerse in the spiritual depth of this shloka set to the gentle raga Natakuranji and meditate on Jagadamba’s transcendental beauty. 

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Adi Shankara describes the incomparable beauty of the divine Mother’s chin in the sixty-seventh shloka of Soundaryalahari. Her father Himavan repeatedly lifts up Her chin with tender paternal affection and Lord Shiva, out of adoration and longing, raises Her chin to gaze upon Her radiant face.

Listen and meditate on the sweetness of divine love and the reflection of pure shakti picturised in this shloka with the soothing raga Poorvikalyani. 

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In the sixty-sixth shloka of Soundaryalahari, Adi Shankara reveals the sweetness and divine nature of Devi’s speech. He paints an imagery where even Goddess Sarasvati, the embodiment of speech, becomes overwhelmed by humility when Jagadamba speaks. 

Contemplate on the sweetness of Devi’s words with the serene raga Kalyanavasanta and learn more about the poetic imagery in this shloka.  

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Join us in this twenty-second Q&A session where deeper significance of Devi’s transcendental beauty have been discussed, based on the shloka-s 63, 64 and 65. Discover new layers of understanding through thoughtful questions and insightful answers.

To get the best experience of the discussion, we recommend revisiting the detailed explanations of these shlokas in our previous episodes. Access the study materials provided to enhance your understanding of the thought-provoking questions and illuminating responses in this session. 

Questions:

1. Why does Adi Shankara compare Devi’s smile to moonlight? What is the symbolic role of the chakora birds in the shloka 63?
2. What is the symbolic and spiritual significance of Devi’s tongue in the Soundaryalahari shloka 64?
3. Why do even great devas seek the grace of Devi after victory over inner and outer demons in shloka 65? What is the spiritual takeaway from this shloka?

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In the sixty-fifth shloka of Soundaryalahari, the divine Mother’s compassion is beautifully depicted by Adi Shankara. He describes a divine scene where the greatest warriors and gods, after returning victorious from a battle, seek blessings from Devi Lalitha. The supreme Mother, out of great compassion, rewards them with chewed betel leaf from Her own mouth.  

Meditate on this divine imagery and learn the deeper significance of this shloka, set to the uplifting raga Maand. 

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Adi Shankara lovingly praises the beauty and spiritual significance of Mother Lalitha’s tongue in the sixty-fourth shloka of Soundaryalahari. He also describes how Goddess Sarasvati residing on the tip of Devi’s tongue takes on a ruby-like glow due to the naturally crimson hue of the tongue. 

Listen and contemplate on the deeper spiritual significance of this shloka set to the meditative raga Saramathi. 

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In this sixty-third shloka of Soundaryalahari, Adi Shankara glorifies the bliss of charming smile of Lalitha Tripurasundari, whose radiant sweetness makes even moonlight seem sour. He uses a playful metaphor of chakora birds to portray the divine glow of Devi’s smile, outshining all cosmic wonders. 

Meditate on this shloka set to the mellifluous raga Saranga and explore the deeper expression of this poetic imagery.

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True spiritual progress prevails when a Sadhaka seeks answers for deep, meaningful questions. This twenty-first session in our Q&A series brings forth several concepts of Soundarya Lahari in great detail.

To get the most out of this discussion, we recommend listening to the detailed explanations of verses 60, 61, and 62 in our previous episodes. Additionally, access the study materials provided to enhance your understanding of the topics ahead.

Join us as we explore the wisdom of these verses through thought-provoking questions and illuminating responses.

Questions: 

1. How does the symbolism in 60th shloka deepen our understanding of the origin of the primordial sound?
2. How does meditating on Devi’s nose help us feel Her grace and inner beauty in our own life?
3. What is the significance of the crimson color of Devi’s lips and what does it symbolise in the inner journey of a sadhaka? 

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