Sri Bhuthanatha Manas Ashtakam

    1.    I meditate upon Sri Bhuthanatha, the divine child born of Vishnu and Shiva, bestower of liberation, and worshipped by the noble and the wise.
    2.    He is the lamp of righteousness that dispels the darkness of ignorance, the embodiment of wisdom and divine knowledge — I remember Him in my heart.
    3.    The compassionate hero of the worlds, visible to true devotees, the source of divine wonder — may my mind dwell upon Bhuthanatha.
    4.    Radiant with the grace and beauty of Goddess Lakshmi, His glance brings bliss and fulfillment — I meditate upon that Lord.
    5.    His shining eyes and smiling face destroy all delusion and maya — I hold His image within my mind.
    6.    The most charming and virtuous Lord, whose brilliance outshines Kama, who removes sorrow and worldly pain — I meditate upon Him.
    7.    Adorned with garlands, the embodiment of completeness, appearing in forms suited to the times, who brings joy even to Lord Yama — I remember that great Lord.
    8.    The remover of sins and sufferings, the supreme ruler of all, the one with the Sun, Moon, and Fire as eyes — I meditate upon Sri Bhuthanatha.

Summary:
The Sri Bhuthanatha Manas Ashtakam is a meditative hymn that invites devotees to contemplate Lord Bhuthanatha (Ayyappa) within the mind and heart. It portrays Him as the child of Vishnu and Shiva, the ocean of compassion, and the light of wisdom that removes ignorance. His divine beauty, radiant eyes, and blissful grace destroy illusion and suffering. Regular recitation deepens inner peace, sharpens clarity, and brings the devotee closer to spiritual liberation.