English Translation

 Let the sounds of the ‘Damaru’ drum reverberate the names of Shiva. Age after age that Divine light has been and shall forever be the only illuminator of this universe. Decorated on His forehead is the moon and who wears a garland of venomous snakes. Whose body vibrates with the sounds of creation and who is the auspicious protector of the universe. When called upon, all sorrows are removed from the lives of his devotee. The Ganga flows from his matted hair, cleansing and purifying the world for which all life and Mother Earth is thirsty. Thus the Lord through the sacred Ganga quenches ou thirst and satisfies the creatures of the earth. Your hand, O Lord is the auspicious bestower of all bliss and happiness. Thus, You are called ‘Mangal—Paani’, the bestower of all auspiciousness.All those who chant Your name are able to cross this ocean of mundane existence without any difficulties. Therefore, O man cleanse your mind from all impurities and sing the name of Lord Shiva.