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.”
Perfection: Teyata Gate Gate Paragate Parasamgate Bodhi Soha
Deva Premal Lyrics
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The lyrics of Deva Premal's song Perfection, Teyata Gate Gate Paragate Parasamgate Bodhi Soha, is a mantra, a powerful prayer or incantation that can be recited to bring about spiritual or psychological transformation. The meaning of the mantra is typically presented as "Gone, Gone, Gone beyond, Gone altogether," which suggests that it is a reminder of the transitory nature of existence and a call to transcend the limitations of the human condition.
The first part of the mantra, "Gate Gate," means "Gone, Gone." This repetition serves to emphasize the idea that all things are impermanent and will eventually pass away. The next part, "Paragate," means "Gone beyond," suggesting that there is something beyond the physical world that we can aspire to.
The final part of the mantra, "Bodhi Soha," means "Rejoice in the enlightenment." By reciting this mantra, we are affirming our desire to seek spiritual enlightenment and expressing our joy at the prospect of achieving it. The overall message of the mantra is one of hope and aspiration, encouraging us to look beyond the limitations of our current existence and strive for something greater.
Line by Line Meaning
Teyata
With reverence and devotion
Gate Gate
Go beyond, go beyond
Paragate
Go beyond the beyond
Parasamgate
Completely beyond, utterly beyond
Bodhi Soha
I dedicate myself to the enlightenment
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Miten
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