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5 versionsGraceful Lord Gauranga is more enchanting than Kamadeva. Glistening Vaisnava tilaka adorns His forheead.
He wears glorious trikaccha garments. His hair is curly. His two eyes are naturally restless.
Manifesting a very slender form, Lord Ananta has become His white sacred-thread.
On His lips rest betel nuts and a smile. Vrndavana dasa worships Him.
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About Madana Mohana Tanu
"The form of Madana-Mohana" — Madana-Mohana being a name for Krishna as the enchanter even of Cupid — a Bengali line describing his beauty, composed by Vrndavana Dasa Thakura.
Frequently asked
Who wrote Madana Mohana Tanu?
Madana Mohana Tanu was composed by Vrndavana Dasa Thakura.
What is the meaning of Madana Mohana Tanu?
Graceful Lord Gauranga is more enchanting than Kamadeva. Glistening Vaisnava tilaka adorns His forheead.
Where can I listen to Madana Mohana Tanu?
You can listen to 5 recordings of Madana Mohana Tanu on this page, including versions sung by HG Jai Sachinandana Prabhu, Hare Krishna Mandir, ISKCON Devotees (1), ISKCON Devotees (2).
How many verses does Madana Mohana Tanu have?
Madana Mohana Tanu has 4 verses.
Can I download Madana Mohana Tanu as a PPT or PDF?
Yes. A ready-to-display slide deck for Madana Mohana Tanu — verse and translation on each slide — is available to download in both PowerPoint (.pptx) and PDF formats from this page, for use in kirtan or temple programs.
Audio courtesy of ISKCON Desire Tree, Hare Krishna Mandir, ISKCON Devotees. All glories to the devotee singers.