"Toogire Rayara" (Kannada: ತೂಗಿರೆ ರಾಯರ) is a revered devotional hymn composed by . It is dedicated to Sri Raghavendra Swamy (c. 1595–1671), the influential Vaishnava saint and scholar affectionately known as " Rayaru ". Overview of the Hymn
The lyrics offer deep praise for Raghavendra Swamy’s divine attributes: Toogire Rayara
: The song is a Lali Haadu or cradle song (the word toogire means "lull to sleep" or "swing the cradle"). Toogire Rayara
: Another frequent performer of this hymn within the Dasa tradition. Toogire Rayara
: Addresses him as the "ornament of the monkly order".
: While traditionally a lullaby, it is symbolically sung by devotees to "rock the cradle" of the Guru, acknowledging him as the supreme spiritual guide.