Thoogire Raayare -

Some traditions believe Jagannatha Dasaru was a reincarnation of Sri Appanacharya, the contemporary and foremost disciple of Sri Raghavendra Swamy. Why It Resonates

Written by (under the pen name Guru Jagannatha Vittala ), "Thoogire Raayare" is technically a Lali Haadu or cradle song. It invites devotees to symbolically "rock the cradle" of their beloved Guru, Guru Raghavendra, expressing a deep, parental-like affection and surrendered devotion. Composer: Jagannatha Dasaru (1836–1918). Thoogire Raayare

Thoogire Raayare: A Soulful Cradle Song for Sri Raghavendra Swamy Composer: Jagannatha Dasaru (1836–1918)

Kalpavriksha Kamadhenu provides extensive notes on the composer and lyrics. It is traditionally sung at the end of

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It is traditionally sung at the end of a Satsangha or during the evening Seva at a Rayara Mutt.