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.”
Prosperity: Om Zambala Za Len Drah Yeh Soha
Deva Premal Lyrics
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The lyrics of Deva Premal & The Gyuto Monks of Tibet's song Prosperity: Om Zambala Za Len Drah Yeh Soha are a powerful invocation to the Tibetan god of prosperity, Lord Zambala. The song opens with the sacred syllable Om, which symbolizes the sound of creation and the divine consciousness that underlies all reality. This is followed by the name of the deity - Zambala - and a supplication or prayer to him to bestow blessings and abundance on the listener or the world.
The lyrics go on to describe various aspects of Lord Zambala and his qualities as a generous, compassionate, and powerful god who bestows wealth, intelligence, and protection on his devotees. This includes references to his white parasol or umbrella, which symbolizes protection from harm, and his mongoose, which is said to vomit jewels and symbolizes the ability to turn even adversity into prosperity.
Overall, the lyrics of Prosperity: Om Zambala Za Len Drah Yeh Soha are a profound and uplifting expression of faith in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition, and a reminder of the transformative power of devotion and prayer.
Line by Line Meaning
Om Zambala Za Len Drah Yeh Soha
Chanting the sacred name of the deity Zambala, who is the embodiment of wealth and prosperity, we invoke his divine presence and blessings unto ourselves.
Grant us blessings and abundance
We humbly pray to Zambala to shower us with his blessings, in the form of abundance and material prosperity, so that we may fulfill our worldly desires.
Instruct us in increasing merit, virtue and good fortune
May Zambala guide us in the path of righteousness, by teaching us how to accumulate merit, perform virtuous deeds and attract good fortune in our lives.
Eliminate poverty, sickness and obstacles
Through his immense power and compassion, Zambala can alleviate the suffering of those who are afflicted by poverty, sickness and obstructive forces, and enable them to lead a peaceful and prosperous life.
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Written by: Miten
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