Karuna Niranjavane Punarudhanathil Lyrics In English Site

Below is the most widely accepted version of the lyrics, presented in a line-by-line English transliteration. The original Malayalam uses a mix of Sanskrit-derived and Dravidian words, making the transliteration as phonetically accurate as possible for English readers.

Verse 1 Karuna niranjavane, punarudhanathil Maranam jayicha maheshane Ennuyir thannoru naayakane En hrudayam nirakayaal krupayaal

Chorus Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia Uyirthheshu naadha, alleluia Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia Uyirthu njaan paadidum, alleluia

Verse 2 Kurishin mumboru paapikal njaan Krunayal rakshicha karunakara Punarinjumbol en paapam ellam Kazhuki kalayane krupayaal

Verse 3 Maranathin sankadam, paapathin bhaaram Erivana narakam, bhaya ghoram Mizhi thurakkumbol munnil niranju Swargathe kaanunnu krupayaal

Verse 4 En jeevan ninnude, punarudhana jyothi Ullathil nirakayaal, en naadha Pizhachu povathe ihalokamozhi Jeevan neekidene krupayaal

(Note: Some community versions may have a fifth verse, but these four verses constitute the core hymn.)

The song opens not with the cross but with the empty tomb. "Maranam jayicha maheshane" (The Lord who conquered death) establishes the core Christian belief that death is not an end but a defeated foe. The resurrection is not just an event; it is the proof of Christ’s divinity.

Unlike many hymns that focus solely on Christ’s glory, this verse turns inward. The singer admits, "Kurishin mumboru paapikal njaan" (Before the cross, I am a sinner). The solution is not self-improvement but krunayal (by grace). This echoes Paul’s letter to the Ephesians: "By grace you have been saved through faith."

For those who want to feel the devotion, here is the translation of the Karuna Niranjavane lyrics in English:

Verse 1 Karuna niranjavane, punarudhanathil

Oh Lord filled with untainted compassion, during this rebirth (ritual),

Karalil kithayunna thiru haranaame

Your sacred name rests within my heart.

Sharanam veendum sharanam

I surrender, again and again I surrender.

Charanam veendum charanam

To your feet, again and again to your feet.

Chorus Ayyappa, sharanam ayyappa

Ayyappa, I surrender to you, Ayyappa.

Swami sharanam, sharanam ayyappa

Lord, I surrender, I surrender, Ayyappa.

Verse 2 Mudi choodum neram mounam pole vannu

At the moment of wearing the sacred headgear (Irumudi), you come like silence,

Madhuramam ninte thiru naamam japippe

Let me chant your sweet, sacred name.

Verse 3 Karunakadekshakkai kathirippoo njan

I am waiting for a glance of your mercy.

Kanimozhi daivame kanivaay varaname

Oh sweet-spoken deity, please come with compassion.

Verse 4 Kadavu kadannoru velayil thunayaay

Be my help when I cross the river (Pamba) and the difficult pathways.

Kankana mala dhariyaaya swamiye

Oh Lord who wears the sacred bracelet and garland.

Verse 5 Irul neengi vaanil mazhavillu minnum

When darkness fades and a rainbow shines in the sky,

Neram neram ninte thiru sannidhaanathin

It is time for your divine presence.

Verse 6 Punarudhanathinte punya kshanathil njan

In this holy moment of rebirth,

Ponnin thiru mulai arul tharuvaname

Please grant me the nectar of your golden divine grace.

Below are the exact lyrics of the song “Karuna Niranjavane” as sung by K. J. Yesudas (the most popular version), transliterated into English for easy singing and understanding.

Verse 1 Karuna niranjavane, punarudhanathil Karalil kithayunna thiru haranaame Sharanam veendum sharanam Charanam veendum charanam

Chorus Ayyappa, sharanam ayyappa Swami sharanam, sharanam ayyappa

Verse 2 Mudi choodum neram mounam pole vannu Madhuramam ninte thiru naamam japippe Sharanam veendum sharanam Charanam veendum charanam

Verse 3 Karunakadekshakkai kathirippoo njan Kanimozhi daivame kanivaay varaname Sharanam veendum sharanam Charanam veendum charanam

Verse 4 Kadavu kadannoru velayil thunayaay Kankana mala dhariyaaya swamiye Sharanam veendum sharanam Charanam veendum charanam

Verse 5 Irul neengi vaanil mazhavillu minnum Neram neram ninte thiru sannidhaanathin Sharanam veendum sharanam Charanam veendum charanam Karuna Niranjavane Punarudhanathil Lyrics In English

Verse 6 (Less common but often included) Punarudhanathinte punya kshanathil njan Ponnin thiru mulai arul tharuvaname Sharanam veendum sharanam Charanam veendum charanam

"Karuna Niranjavane" is a soul-stirring Christian devotional song from the Malayalam movie Punarudhanathil. Rendered by the legendary Dr. K.J. Yesudas, the song is a profound plea for divine mercy and grace. The composition by M. Jayachandran, coupled with Kaithapram’s evocative lyrics, creates a spiritual atmosphere that resonates deeply with listeners. It is often played during prayer meetings and religious gatherings due to its moving melody and message of repentance and solace.