Summary In this vachana, Basavanna describes the true Sharanas of Kudalasangama Deva. They move above the hold of body, mind, and wealth. These remain present in life, but they do…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna turns toward the subtle inward reality of prana and awareness. This is not something known by ordinary outward perception. It is known only to true…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna begins with the image of the mother lemon plant drawing water from hidden depth. The plant is visible, but its nourishment comes from what cannot…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna speaks of a Sharana who has cast away desire and rejected gold. The gross pulls of craving and wealth no longer govern such a one.…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna presents longing through three natural images. The chakora, a legendary bird traditionally believed to live in yearning for moonlight, longs for moonlight, the lotus for…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna contrasts seeing and not seeing. When the presence is seen, it is beautiful and heart-filling. When it is not seen, the inner condition becomes difficult…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna describes the body’s response before sacred arrival. The hand trembles, the eyes quiver, and the body is stirred. This trembling is not ordinary weakness; it…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna describes the outward reception prepared when the Pramathas are said to have come to the house. Festoons are tied, the place is cleansed, rangavalli is…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna asks what signs show true devotion to Kudalasangama Deva. If the mind has joined inwardly but the body does not melt, something remains incomplete. He…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna asks who can know what is truly present in another person’s heart. The inward state is not open to ordinary judgment. He then rejects quick…