Veeramani Raju’s song ‘Enge Manakkuthu’ has lyrics by K. Somu and music from Veeramani and Somu. It opens by asking where a sandalwood fragrance originates. The answer places the listener directly in Lord Ayyappa’s temple, starting a sensory journey.
Released: December 19, 2017
Enge Manakkuthu
Veeramani Raju
Veeramani Raju’s Enge Manakkuthu Lyrics Translation
The lyrics later identify the scents of incense and ghee on the sacred mountain. A shift occurs when the song describes grace as being fragrant in God’s presence. Love is then presented as a scent found within the hearts of devotees.
Saami Ayyappa Saranam AyyappaLord Ayyappa, I seek refuge in you, Ayyappa.
Saami Ayyappa Saranam AyyappaLord Ayyappa, I seek refuge in you, Ayyappa.
Saami Ayyappa Saranam AyyappaLord Ayyappa, I seek refuge in you, Ayyappa.
Saami Ayyappa Saranam AyyappaLord Ayyappa, I seek refuge in you, Ayyappa.
SwamiyeOh, Lord!
AyyappoAyyappa!
SwamiyeOh, Lord!
AyyappoAyyappa!
SwamiyeOh, Lord!
AyyappoAyyappa!
Swamiye Saranam AyyappaOh Lord, my refuge is in you, Ayyappa.
Saranam AyyappaI seek refuge in you, Ayyappa.
Enge Manakkuthu Santhanam Enge ManakkuthuWhere does this sandalwood fragrance come from?
Ayyappa Swami Kovilile Santhanam ManakkuthuIn Lord Ayyappa’s temple, the sandalwood fragrance fills the air.
Enge Manakkuthu Santhanam Enge ManakkuthuWhere does this sandalwood fragrance come from?
Ayyappa Swami Kovilile Santhanam ManakkuthuIn Lord Ayyappa’s temple, the sandalwood fragrance fills the air.
Enna Manakkuthu Malaiyile Enna ManakkuthuWhat is that fragrance on the mountain? What is that scent?
Enna Manakkuthu Malaiyile Enna ManakkuthuWhat is that fragrance on the mountain? What is that scent?
Inbamaana Oodhuvatthi Ange ManakkuthuThe sweet scent of incense sticks perfumes the air there.
Enge Manakkuthu Santhanam Enge ManakkuthuWhere does this sandalwood fragrance come from?
Ayyappa Swami Kovilile Santhanam ManakkuthuIn Lord Ayyappa’s temple, the sandalwood fragrance fills the air.
Enna Manakkuthu Malaiyil Enna ManakkuthuWhat is that fragrance on the mountain? What is that scent?
Enna Manakkuthu Malaiyil Enna ManakkuthuWhat is that fragrance on the mountain? What is that scent?
Veera Manikandan Sannadhiyil Neyyum ManakkuthuIn the sanctum of brave Manikandan, the scent of ghee fills the air.
Thiru Neyyum Manakkuthu Panneerum ManakkuthuThe sacred ghee is fragrant, the rose water is fragrant.
Thiru Neyyum Manakkuthu Panneerum ManakkuthuThe sacred ghee is fragrant, the rose water is fragrant.
Aandavanin Sannadhiyil Arulum ManakkuthuIn the presence of the Almighty, His grace is fragrant.
Aandavanin Sannadhiyil Arulum ManakkuthuIn the presence of the Almighty, His grace is fragrant.
Ayyanmaargal Ullatthile Anbhu ManakkuthuWithin the hearts of the devotees, love is fragrant.
Enge Manakkuthu Santhanam Enge ManakkuthuWhere does this sandalwood fragrance come from?
Ayyappa Swami Kovilile Santhanam ManakkuthuIn Lord Ayyappa’s temple, the sandalwood fragrance fills the air.
Pallikattai Sumandhukitta Bhakthi PirakkuthuCarrying the sacred bundle, devotion is born.
Andha Panimalaiyil Yeridave Sakthi PirakkuthuAnd to climb that misty mountain, strength arises.
Bagavaanai Paarthuvittaa Paavam ParakkuthuJust one glimpse of the Lord, and all sins fly away.
Bagavaanai Paarthuvittaa Paavam ParakkuthuJust one glimpse of the Lord, and all sins fly away.
Padhinettaam Padi Thottaal Vaazhvum InikkuthuTouching the eighteen holy steps makes life sweet.
Enge Manakkuthu Santhanam Enge ManakkuthuWhere does this sandalwood fragrance come from?
Ayyappa Swami Kovilile Santhanam ManakkuthuIn Lord Ayyappa’s temple, the sandalwood fragrance fills the air.
Swami Dhindhaka Thom ThomOh, Lord, Dhindhaka Thom Thom.
Ayyappa Dhindhaka Thom ThomAyyappa, Dhindhaka Thom Thom.
Swami Dhindhaka Thom ThomOh, Lord, Dhindhaka Thom Thom.
Ayyappa Dhindhaka Thom ThomAyyappa, Dhindhaka Thom Thom.
Pettai Thulli Aadumpodhu Manamum ThulluthuAs we perform the ritual dance, our hearts leap with joy.
Ayyan Perazhagai Kaana Ullam Aasai KolluthuThe soul yearns to witness the great beauty of our Lord.
Kaattukkulle Sarana Gosham Vaanai PilakkuthuInside the forest, the chant of surrender splits the sky.
Veettai Marandhu Bhakthar Koottam KaattilirukkuthuForgetting their homes, the crowd of devotees remains in the woods.
Enge Manakkuthu Santhanam Enge ManakkuthuWhere does this sandalwood fragrance come from?
Ayyappa Swami Kovilile Santhanam ManakkuthuIn Lord Ayyappa’s temple, the sandalwood fragrance fills the air.
Poongavana Thopukkulle Bavani VarugiraanThrough the sacred garden grove, he comes in a procession.
Ayyan Vengaiyin Mel Yerivandhu Varamum KodukkiraanOur Lord comes riding upon a tiger, granting us boons.
Nonbirundhu Varuvorai Thaangi NirkiraanHe stands in support of those who come here fasting.
Nonbirundhu Varuvorai Thaangi NirkiraanHe stands in support of those who come here fasting.
Oongaara Naadhathile Ezhundhu VarugiraanHe arises from within the primordial sound of ‘Om’.
Enge Manakkuthu Santhanam Enge ManakkuthuWhere does this sandalwood fragrance come from?
Ayyappa Swami Kovilile Santhanam ManakkuthuIn Lord Ayyappa’s temple, the sandalwood fragrance fills the air.
Enge Manakkuthu Santhanam Enge ManakkuthuWhere does this sandalwood fragrance come from?
Ayyappa Swami Kovilile Santhanam ManakkuthuIn Lord Ayyappa’s temple, the sandalwood fragrance fills the air.
Saami Ayyappa Saranam AyyappaLord Ayyappa, I seek refuge in you, Ayyappa.
Saami Ayyappa Saranam AyyappaLord Ayyappa, I seek refuge in you, Ayyappa.
Saami Ayyappa Saranam AyyappaLord Ayyappa, I seek refuge in you, Ayyappa.
Saami Ayyappa Saranam AyyappaLord Ayyappa, I seek refuge in you, Ayyappa.
SwamiyeOh, Lord!
AyyappoAyyappa!
SwamiyeOh, Lord!
AyyappoAyyappa!
SwamiyeOh, Lord!
AyyappoAyyappa!
Swamiye Saranam AyyappaOh Lord, my refuge is in you, Ayyappa.
Swami Saranam AyyappaLord, my refuge is in you, Ayyappa.
Enge Manakkuthu Music Video
This song maps a pilgrimage using the sense of smell, moving from earthly aromas to divine feelings. The meaning of the ‘Enge Manakkuthu’ lyrics shows that physical acts, like carrying a bundle, generate spiritual strength. This creates a full sensory account of the Sabarimala path.