Summary In this vachana, Basavanna says that Kudalasangama’s Sharanas kick, strike, and shake him. They do this because his Bhakti has not truly risen into the right state. Their correction…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna calls himself the servant of Chennacherama. He then says that his Chagubolla is called only a cowherd. The worldly description remains small. But Kudalasangama’s Sharanas…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna says that dambu and dalu are not truly his. Yet he also names himself as dambaka, one marked by pretence or display. He does not…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna refuses to call himself a Bhakta. He says he is only a wearer of disguise. He then names the harsh labels attached to him: Kātuga,…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna names Mahilāḷu as the deceiver and Devalāḷu as the one the world calls righteous. He then turns the accusation inward. He says, “I too am…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna says that for the special work of Bhakti, the ten fingers are already enough. One who spreads the hands and works has sufficiency for oneself…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna asks not to have his mind tested at every step. He also asks not to be tormented by being called poor. His answer is simple:…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna remembers three earlier Sharanas and their offerings. Dasideva gave his garment and received treasure-prasada. Siriyala gave his son and received prana-prasada. Ballaladeva gave his bride…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna says that words may be spoken in a way that pleases the ear. But pleasing speech does not make one a Bhakta. Nor is one…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna describes Kudalasangama’s Sharanas as those who know how to lose, but do not know how to seek victory. Their body, mind, and wealth carry no…