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Tamonudam darshita netra deeptim

Rajoharam raajita mandahaasam Sattvaashrayam sangata saadhu sangham

Gunaatigam datta gurum prapadye

(Sri Datta Dhyaana Maalika)

His brilliant radiance emanating from His eyes removes the Tamas (of His devotees). His benevolent smile removes Rajas. He is the reservoir of Sattva Guna. Therefore saints surround Him always. In spite of all this, He is above the Trigunas. I take refuge in that Lord Dattatreya.