You can find the full lyrics for the Tamil Christian song "Nandri Nandri Nandri" by Father S. J. Berchmans on Tamil Christian Songs Tamil Christian Songs - Berchmans

Creation & Protection: The first verse acknowledges God as both the Creator (Sirushtikarar) and the Protector (Kaavallar). It sets the foundation that we belong to Him.

7. How to Use the Song in Worship

| Setting | Suggested Use | Practical Tips | |--------|--------------|----------------| | Sunday Service – Opening | Play the instrumental intro while the congregation settles. | Use a projection screen to display the first two lines of the chorus for immediate participation. | | Youth Retreat | Perform the UPD version with a band and a small choir. | Raise the key a step higher (A → B) to fit youthful male vocal ranges, but keep the original chord progression. | | Christmas or Easter | Include as a “thank‑you” moment after the sermon. | Pair with a candle‑lighting ceremony—each candle represents a “thank you” from a congregation member. | | Online Devotional Video | Use the song as background music (instrumental version). | Ensure the instrumental track is cleared for royalty‑free use; TCMM provides a “no‑vocals” version on request. |

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| Line (English transliteration) | Meaning | |--------------------------------|---------| | Nandri, nandri, nandri – en Yesuvukku nandri | Thanks, thanks, thanks – to my Jesus, thanks | | En Iratchakarukku nandri | Thanks to my Redeemer | | En paavathai mannithu | Who forgave my sins | | Pudhu jeevan thanthavare | Who gave me new life | | Kirubaiyai pozhindiduveer | You pour out grace | | Kaayangalai aatriduveer | You heal the wounds | | Sugamo thukamo eduvum vanthaalum | Whether joy or sorrow comes | | Umagke nandri solluven | I will say thanks to You |