Summary In this vachana, Basavanna begins with the first act of the day. If one rises in the morning but does not behold Shiva-Linga-Deva, what is the worth of such…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna identifies the mind as a serpent and the body as the place that holds it. The serpent is dangerous because its action cannot be predicted.…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna shows that when Divine favour comes, fullness follows. Just as rising waters fill a lake, what is empty can become full when Kudalasangama Deva gives.…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna teaches that worship of the Linga must be followed by reverence to the Jangama. The act of worship does not end with the Linga alone.…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna examines the meaning of Linga worship through the image of water. If water is poured on the fixed Linga, it does not become wet in…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna gives two images of fulfillment through the proper field of reception. Heated iron receives water and becomes tempered. A tree rooted in earth receives water…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna addresses the doubtful person who asks whether the experience has come. The answer is not to look outside for confirmation, but to know for oneself.…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna teaches that acquired substance should not be treated as private possession. What is obtained does not become “mine” merely because it has come into one’s…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna presents several kinds of transformation. Milk, cream, butter, jaggery, and ambali each follow their own law. Some changes are visible and can be explained through…

Summary In this vachana, Basavanna confesses the condition of his own mind. Like bronze spread over the surface, the mind may show an outer shine, yet it remains poor within.…