Anushtubh
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The most widely used meter in stutis, chanted in rhythmic units of eight syllables — the predominant meter of Shri Durga Saptashati; distorting it, even for emotional effect, corrupts the meaning and the fruit of recitation.
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What does the prohibition against "singing" Durga Saptashati actually mean?
Many misinterpret it to mean chanting according to prescribed meter (Chhandas) should be avoided — but the forbidden 'singing' actually refers to distorting the poetic meter, not reciting it correctly according to the meter specified in its Viniyoga.
What is the Anushtubh meter, and how does it govern chanting?
Meter (Chhanda) means structured verse, chanted in rhythmic units of eight syllables in Anushtubh meter — the most widely used meter in stutis, and the predominant meter of Shri Durga Saptashati.
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