Swagatam Krishna by Abby V – Welcoming Lord Krishna into Our Hearts | ISKCON Bangalore

Swagatam Krishna is a revered Sanskrit composition on Lord Krishna by Oothukkadu Venkata Kavi, one of the pioneering composers in the tradition of Carnatic music from Tamil Nadu. Abby V (‪@AbbyVOfficial‬ ) the renowned singer and songwriter, presents this musical rendition in his soulful voice, offering it as a heartfelt tribute to Lord Krishna. This timeless piece lovingly welcomes Lord Krishna, glorifying Him as the most beautiful, heroic, and supremely enchanting personality of Vrajabhumi. The Lord is the expert vanquisher of demons and the compassionate protector of His devotees. His divine form, adorned with flowers and auspicious ornaments, captivates the hearts of all. His noble qualities attract everyone, and His delightful pastimes fill the residents of Vraja with boundless joy. The gopis and other devotees worship Him with deep love and devotion. Let this soulful composition inspire devotion and divine remembrance. Listen, reflect, and share to welcome Lord Krishna into your home and heart. Lyrics: svāgataṁ kṛṣṇa śaranāgataṁ kṛṣṇa mathurāpuri sadana mṛdu vadana madhusūdana iha O Krishna, we welcome You. You are the saviour of all. Your abode is Mathura. Your face is exceedingly charming. You are the destroyer of the demon Madhu. bhogadāpta sulabha supuṣpa gandha kaḷabha kastūri tilaka mahipa mama kānta nandagopa kanda You are easily accessible to those who long for You. You are adorned with fragrant flowers. You shine with a kasturi tilaka on Your forehead. You are the delight of the gopikas. You are our beloved Lord. muṣṭikāsura cānūra malla malla viśārada madhusūdana muṣṭikāsura cānūra malla malla viśārada kuvalayāpīḍa mardana kāliṅga nartana gokula rakṣaṇa sakala sulakṣaṇa deva śiṣṭa jana pāla saṅkalpa kalpa kalpa śata koṭi asama parābhava dhīra munijana vihāra madana sukumāra daitya saṁhāra deva madhura madhura rati sāhasa sāhasa vraja yuvatī jana mānasa pūjita O Madhusudana, You skilfully vanquished the demons Mushtika and Chanura. You slew the elephant Kuvalayapida. You saved Gokula by subduing the Kaliya serpent and dancing on its hoods. You are our Lord, adorned with the finest virtues. You are the protector of the righteous. You are the matchless performer of countless heroic deeds. You are dear to the pious sages and the destroyer of demons. You are supremely handsome. Your sweet gestures delight the gopikas of Vrajabhumi, who worship You with wholehearted devotion. #SwagatamKrishna #CarnaticMusic #DevotionalMusic #KrishnaBhakti #HareKrishna #KrishnaConsciousness #DivineMusic #SoulfulMusic #KrishnaBhajan #SpiritualJourney #KrishnaLeela #LordKrishna #ISKCONBangalore #iskcon