Summary In this vachana, Basavanna gives three images of life-giving arrival. For the ocean, the moon’s coming is life. For the lotus in a drying pond, water is life. For…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna praises the Tripundra of Vibhuti. He calls it armor for all actions, an auspicious mark for all attainments, and the support of all wealth. This…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna says that austerity, initiation, mantra, sacrifice, divine worship, and learning become empty when they are done without Shri Vibhuti. He does not reject these practices.…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna questions those who speak from Vachana-anubhava. He asks whether Vachana itself is Prana-Linga, or whether Dasoha is Prana-Linga. He then tests learned attainment and Brahmavidya…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna warns against receiving food, water, and taste without first offering them to Linga. Food without Linga-Arpita is compared to flesh. Water without Linga-Arpita is compared…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna says that, apart from the Prasada of Linga and Jangama, one should not touch ordinary elemental substance. What has not been properly purified or sanctified…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna speaks of an offering made without desire, expectation, imagination, or mental wandering. He offers the food that is without shape. This food is not merely…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna speaks of worshipping the gem-like Prasada. While worshipping that Prasada, he does not remain outside it. He falls into it and is drawn into its…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna uses the image of a due or tax. When a due is to be paid, one pays it. There is no need for further argument.…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna speaks of the unavoidable condition of sustaining the body. Trees, plants, creepers, grains, and crops are cut; their life is taken, and the body is…