Before the sugarcane (enemy) sprouts, it comes to cut its neck. That hero who wears the spreading Vel—see his place. Where all enemies become burnt offerings, where smoke becomes the seed of victory—Lord Murugan himself comes equal to that place.
Chant this hymn 11, 21, or 108 times for best results. Ideally, recite on Tuesdays, Fridays, or during the Tamil month of Vaikasi (May-June). Start with a prayer to Ganesha and your Guru.
You can find the full lyrics of Shatru Samhara Vel Pathigam in English on various websites and spiritual platforms. One of the most reliable sources is the Hinduism website, which provides the complete lyrics with English translation and transliteration.
Verse 4Ven nira neeridun vetri vadivelThunbam thudaikkum thunai nirkum velInbam alithidum eesa kumaraShatru samhara velaa saranam saranam.
| Tamil | Transliteration | English Meaning | |-------|----------------|-----------------| | | shatru | enemy, foe | | சம்ஹாரம் | samhara | destruction, annihilation | | வெல் | vel | spear (Murugan’s weapon) | | பாத்திகம் | pathigam | hymn, stanza | | பரமாத்மா | paramathma | supreme soul | | ஆற்றல் | aatral | power, energy |