Deva's parents are a mystic/artist father and a musically talented mother, she was taught violin, piano and received voice training. By the time she was five years old, she was already chanting the Gayatri Mantra daily, and since that time she continues to integrate meditation into her life.
She has studied Shiatsu, Reflexology, CranioSacral Therapy and Massage, but music remains her first love. The influence of Indian classical music is evident in her singing, although she has never attempted to copy or steal from the tradition. "It just comes naturally," she says, "as if I'd heard it all before, in another life."
Among the numerous letters of appreciation she has received since the release of her albums, many describe how her music has been used to accompany and enhance the sacred passages of birth and death. In fact, Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, the world famous author of On Death And Dying, requested that Miten and Deva bring their music to accompany her passing. "We have played for many people," says Deva, "but to play personally for Elizabeth was something I will never forget.”
Om Tare
Deva Premal Lyrics
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Tat savitur varenyam
Bhargo devasya dhimahi
Dhiyo yonah prachodayat
The Gayatri Mantra is a sacred hymn in Hinduism that is said to contain immense spiritual power. These lyrics are an English translation of the original Sanskrit text. The mantra praises and invokes the divine light of the sun, Savitr, as a symbol of illumination, wisdom, and spiritual awareness.
The first line, "Om bhur bhuvaha svaha," represents the three levels of existence in Hindu cosmology. "Bhur" is the physical plane, "bhuvah" is the astral plane, and "svaha" is the celestial realm. The second line, "Tat savitur varenyam," means "we meditate on the glory of the creator who has created the universe, who is worthy of worship and who is the embodiment of knowledge and light." This line invokes the divine essence of the universe and asks for guidance in spiritual growth. The third line, "Bhargo devasya dhimahi," means "may the god of light illuminate our intellects." This line expresses the desire for spiritual enlightenment and illumination. The final line, "Dhiyo yonah prachodayat," means "may our intellects be directed toward the path of righteousness." This line is a call for moral guidance and spiritual direction.
Line by Line Meaning
Om bhur bhuvaha svaha
We invoke the primordial sound of the universe, the pure consciousness that permeates all levels of existence.
Tat savitur varenyam
Let us meditate on the transcendental power and light of the divine source, which is supreme and worthy of devotion.
Bhargo devasya dhimahi
May the radiance of the godly illuminate our minds and inspire us to seek higher consciousness through meditation and contemplation.
Dhiyo yonah prachodayat
May our intellect and intuition be guided and directed towards the ultimate truth and wisdom, leading us to the path of enlightenment.
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Written by: RICHARD JOHN ADLAM
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