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Shloka 19

Dayaa Devi as tree offering shade and fruits of His KadAksham

Swami Desikan describes Dayaa Devi as beautiful tree originating
from the Lotus feet of Lord of ThiruvEnkatam. Hence His Dayaa is
visible only to those who surrender in His feet. When Lord looks down
to see His feet, the light from his look is causing beautiful leaves and
fruits to grow. Hence Dayaa Devi is giving shade to all chEthanams
and offer fruits to all. Such is the mercy of Dayaa Devi. Swami
Desikan describes Dayaa Devi as a separate person but in essesnce
it is His Mercy which is considered as Dayaa Devi.

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