Vishnu Temples in Tamil Nadu (Courtesy:The Hindu)

Srivilliputtur

•	Divine home of the Saint-Poetess (20031017)

Aaymur

•	Another abode of Lord Venkateswara (Lord Venkata Varadaraja temple in Aaymur, near Thirukkuvalai, in Nagapattinam district) (20021004)

Agaram

•	Sri Anjel Perumal temple (20050729) New

Akkur

•	As holy as Tirumala (Ambujavalli Nayikaa Samedha Lakshmi Narayana temple, 20 km from Kachipuram) (20020510)

Ananthakrishnapuram

•	Unsung but not forgotten (Lord Lakshminarayana in Ananthakrishnapuram village near Tirunelveli) (20021227)

Avaniyapuram

•	Five Lords of a hill temple (Located near Wandavasi in North Arcot district) (20040430)

Bikshandarkoil/Thirukandiyur

•	Temple for the Great Trinity (Bikshandarkoil and Thirukandiyur are two places where Siva, Vishnu and Brahma are seen near each other.) (20030321)

Chennai

•	Sri Lakshmi Balaji temple, Pallikaranai (20050701)
•	Sri Parthasarathy temple, Tiruvallikeni (20050211)
•	Sri Lakshmi Nrisimha Temple, Maraimalai Nagar (20050211)
•	The benign radiance of Gitacharyan (Sri Parthasarathy Swamy temple, Tiruvallikeni) (20040521)
•	Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple, Keelkattalai (20040521)
•	Where sage Brighu did penance (Sri Madhava Perumal Temple, Mylapore) (20040507)
•	Eighty years of majestic presence (Srinivasa Perumal temple, Mylaore) (20040423)
•	Srinivasa Perumal Temple, Mylapore (20030603)
•	Srinivasa Perumal temple, Purasawalkam (20030424)
•	Golden Satari for Udaiyavar (20030418)
•	Twin temples of Koyambedu (20030403)
•	Sowmya Damodara Perumal temple, Villivakkam (20030306)
•	Yoga Narasimha Temple, Velacherry (20030206)
•	Lord Varadaraja temple, Virugambakkam (20020520)

Chettipunnyam

•	Captivating deities at Chettipunnyam (Devanathaswami temple) (20020913)

Coimbatore

•	Sri Varada Anjaneya temple (20040730)

Devadanam

•	Sri Ranganatha temple in Devadanam village, Ponneri taluk, Tiruvallur (20040604)

Elanagar

•	In need of attention (Elanagar Perumal Koil -- 25 km from Kanchipuram in Uthiramerur taluk) (20041015)

Gunaseelam

•	Akin to Tirupati (Sri Prasanna Venkatachalapathy temple -- 15 km southeast of Musiri in Tiruchi dist.) (20040402)
•	For those in search of solace (Sri Prasanna Venkateswara temple) (20010706)

Kalyanapuram

•	Sri Srinivasa Perumal temple (20050610)

Kanchipuram

•	Kanchi temple in need of renovation (Devarajaswami Temple) (20040514)
•	The great Light of Thiruthannka (The Deepaprakasar temple, Thooppul) (20030815)
•	Reviving the glory of Pelapur temple (Lord Keerthinarayana) (20030627)
•	Triad of sacred spots (20030110)

Karappankadu

•	Birthplace of Vaishnavite saints (Karappankadu temple can be reached by travelling via the Mannargudi-Pattukkottai bus route) (20030530)

Krishnapuram

•	An interesting temple tale (Sri Jayaveera Abhayahastha Anjaneya temple near Kadayanallur) (20030103)

Kumbakonam

•	Sri Ramaswamy temple (20050128)

Kundrathur

•	Sri Thiru-Uraga perumal temple (20050325)

Kurumbur

•	Picture of neglect (Adi Narayana Temple at Kurumbur in Tuticorin district) (20021227)

Madurai

•	Festive time at the city of temples (Kallazhagar temple) (20000421)

Maduranthakam

•	Maduranthakam — unique and significant (Aeri Katha Ramar temple) (20020809)

Manimangalam

•	Ancient shrines near Sriperumbudur (Sri Rajagopala swamy) (20030509)

Mannarkoil

•	Sad state of a glorious shrine (A Vishnu temple near Ambasamudram) (20030418)

Mannarkovil

•	SRI Vedhanarayanar Rajagopalaswami Kulasekara Azhwar temple (2 km from Ambasamudram in Tirunelveli dist.) (20050311)

Mavattakkudi

•	Sri Venkatachalapathy temple in Tiruvarur district (20040514)

Melasevel

•	Sri Navaneethakrishnan temple (16 km from Tirunelveli to Ambasamudram road) (20050218)

Nachiyar Kovil

•	Where the Lord came seeking His bride (20050408)

Nagapattinam

•	In all His enchanting grace (Soundaryaraja Perumal Temple) (20030912)

Nallattoor

•	The Saviour as an endearing child (Sri Anjaneya temple near Tiruttani) (20021011)

Namakkal

•	Rock-cut shrines of Namakkal (20021101)

Naranammalpuram

•	Srinivasa temple renovated (Lord Srinivasa situated five km east of Tirunelveli) (20030613)

Narasingapuram

•	Narasimha temple in ruins (Lakshmi Narasimha Perumal shrine near Arakkonam on the Chennai-Tandalam-Perambakkam Road) (20030509)

Nedungunam

•	Stands for Rama's noble qualities (situated 24 km from Arani in North Arcot district) (20040402)

Nemili

•	Many a tale behind the Lord's posture (Veetrirunda Perumal Temple) (20030926)

Nimishachalam

•	Eternal Bliss in a minute (Lord Santhana Venugopala near Sholinghur) (20031010)

Oothukkadu

•	Dancing on serpent hood (about 7 km from Thirukarugavoor -- in Papanasam taluk) (20040903)

Padur

•	Sri Prasanna Venkatesa Perumal: Destroyer of sorrows (near Ulundurpet) (20031003)

Pappanchavadi

•	Hanuman's special avatar as Annihilator (Lord Panchamukha Anjaneya near Pondicherry) (20030307)

Parikkal

•	Fearsome and loveable (Lord Narasimha near Villupuram) (20030808)

Pazhaiya Seevaram

•	Holy sangamam in the South (Lord Narasimha atop a small hillock, about 15 km east of Kanchipuram) (20020712)

Pazhaverkadu

•	Sri Adi Narayana Perumal temple (20041231)

Perumbakkam

•	Temple on land with unique distinction (Sri Venkata Varadaraja Perumal temple, near Villupuram) (20040409)

Pudunilai Vayal

•	Sri Rajagopalaswami Temple (About 2 km. from Kizhnilaikottai in Pudukottai District) (20040423)

Pullabhuthangudi

•	Glorifying the chivalry of Jatayu (Lord Valvii Rama temple near Kumbakonam) (20031017)

Punnainallur

•	Enchanting images of Sri Rama (Sri Pattabirama near Thanjavur) (20030418)

Sathyamangalam

•	Sri Venugopalaswamy temple (20050729) New

Sholingur

•	Great preceptor of Sholingur (Lord Lakshmi Narasimha) (20020927)
•	Twin temples that draw devotees (20001208)

Singaperumalkoil

•	Brahmotsavam at Singaperumalkoil (20030606)
•	For the sake of a child-devotee (Padaladri Narasimha Perumal temple) (20020510)

Singrikoil

•	Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swami Temple (about 25 kilometres from Vellore) (20041105)

Srirangam

•	Sri Ranganathaswamy temple, Srirangam (20030825)

Thailavaram

•	Sri Kalyana Anjaneya temple (20050107)

Thatakanthapuram

•	Linked to the Ramayana (Sri Varadaraja Perumal temple near Nannilam) (20030905)

Therazhundhur

•	King with a flying chariot (Sri Amaruviappan with His Consort -- 21 km from Mayiladuthurai) (20041022)

Thiruaheendrapuram

•	Gorgeous outfit for deity (Sri Devanatha Swamy -- situated 3 km west of Cuddalore) (20040924)

Thiruayarpadi

•	Sri Karikrishna Perumal temple (three km from Ponneri) (20040903)

Thirucherai

•	Praised by Azhwar and Nayanmar (Lord Saranathan temple, 15 km from Kumbakonam) (20030829)

Thiruchirupuliyur

•	Saranagatha Rakshaka Perumal temple (Situated 16 km south of Mayiladuthurai) (20041126)

Thirukurungudi

•	Hailed by the Azhwars (20040827)

Thiruvallur

•	Crowning glory for the Tiruvallur deity (Lord Veeraraghava) (20020405)

Thiruvellarai

•	Thiruvellarai — land of the white boar (20050325)

Tirumeyyam

•	Temples that reverberate with history (Pallikonda Perumal) (20021004)

Tirumukkudal

•	Sri Venkatesa Perumal temple (in Kanchipuram dist.) (20050204)

Uthiramerur

•	Democracy of a high standard — ancient example (Sri Sundaravaradaraja Perumal temple) (20031010)

Varagunamangai

•	The Lord lays stress on Supreme Devotion (Lord Vijayasanar two km east of Srivaikuntam in Tuticorin district) (20031010)

Vatarangam

•	Vatarangam, seat of Hari and Haran (Lord Ranganatha and Goddess Ranganayaki shrine near Sirkazhi) (20030418)

Yanaimalai

•	The cave temple at Yanaimalai (Yoga Narasimha Perumal temple, eight km from Madurai, on the road to Melur) (20030822)

Indian Heritage Links from "The Hindu" (Courtesy: www.ponniyinselvan.in)

Heritage Links from The Hindu

• Restoration work in full throttle {2008/01/11)
• Testimony to a rich past {2007/10/19)
• Themes aesthetically laid out {2007/10/12)
• 100. and not out {2007/09/07)
• Contributions invited {2007/08/31)
• The Lord&.8217;s natural crown {2007/07/20)
• The prayer for all {2007/07/20)
• Of rituals and tradition {2007/07/13)
• The scene and the unseen {2007/06/29)
• Chola temple with a Pallava surprise {2007/06/22)
• Cave temple of ancient origin {2007/06/15)
• Patron saint of lost articles {2007/06/08)
• Wrath of a woman wronged {2007/06/01)
• Touched by Pandya generosity {2007/05/18)
• Witness of courage and conquest {2007/05/04)
• Of Nayak vintage {2007/04/27)
• Keeping tradition alive {2007/04/20)
• A new high in the Valley {2007/04/20)
• Centre of socio-cultural activities {2007/04/20)
• To freeze or not to freeze? {2007/02/16)
• A landmark of renown {2007/02/16)
• A haven of its own {2007/02/09)
• The king of kings is 150 {2007/01/26)
• The palace of murals {2006/12/29)
• Rooted in tradition {2006/12/15)
• Procession all grace and majesty {2006/11/10)
• Cambodia beckons tourists {2006/11/03)
• A socio-political institution {2006/10/27)
• The magnificent church of Madanapalle {2006/10/13)
• Beyond the controversy {2006/09/29)
• A place dear to Swami Vivekananda {2006/08/04)
• Revival of a tradition {2006/07/28)
• Grandeur amidst ruins {2006/07/14)
• A place in history {2006/06/30)
• From the pages of yore {2006/05/05)
• In tune with the spirit of Hinduism {2006/04/07)
• Banking on past glory {2006/03/17)
• Statue stories {2006/01/20)
• Tale of a theatre {2005/12/02)
• Preserving Kalpathy {2005/11/25)
• Harmony in architecture {2005/11/04)
• A royal landmark {2005/09/30)
• The Chettinad splendour {2005/09/23)
• A royal tradition {2005/09/09)
• Tribute to the sage in granite {2005/09/02)
• Footprints of the Company {2005/08/26)
• Centre of learning {2005/08/19)
• Preserving Vedic heritage {2005/08/19)
• Cave where sage Vyasadeva lived {2005/08/19)
• Pazhani Andavar's footprints are here {2005/08/19)
• Fascinating European collection {2005/08/12)
• Architectural grandeur {2005/08/12)
• New sanctum for the Lord {2005/08/05)
• The colourful world of the Nayaks {2005/08/05)
• The Tipu factor {2005/07/29)
• From fortune-telling to health tips {2005/07/29)
• Dasavatara connection {2005/07/29)
• A rendezvous for cultural activities {2005/07/22)
• Sample of Rajasthan architecture {2005/07/22)
• The great sweep of Tamil {2005/07/22)
• Royal connection {2005/07/15)
• Leaves from the past {2005/07/15)
• Sculptural marvel {2005/07/15)
• Modern craft {2005/07/15)
• Sound of history {2005/07/08)
• Swept off its feet. literally {2005/07/08)
• Shaped like an elephant {2005/07/08)
• Sculptures steal the show here {2005/07/01)
• Art in social context {2005/06/24)
• Offering pepper for grace {2005/06/24)
• Hill temple a la Tiruttani {2005/06/17)
• Confluence of cultures {2005/06/10)
• Kaleeswarar temple wears new look {2005/06/10)
• Harmony in divinity {2005/06/10)
• The temples of Manali {2005/06/03)
• Rich in history and architecture {2005/05/27)
• The leaning temple of Huma {2005/05/13)
• In memory of Sakthan Thampuran {2005/04/22)
• Time stands still {2005/04/15)
• Where Bhima killed Keechaka {2005/04/15)
• Needs financial help {2005/04/01)
• Thiruvellarai &.151; land of the white boar {2005/03/25)
• Ancient murals brought back to life {2005/03/25)
• Dilapidated state {2005/03/11)
• In memory of Tiruvalluvar {2005/03/11)
• Panchalinga kshetra of Garden City {2005/03/11)
• Preserving a unique tradition {2005/03/04)
• Grace of Meenakshi {2005/02/25)
• Kathanar's Kadamattam {2005/02/18)
• Fine sample of Nagarathar architecture {2005/02/18)
• An architectural heritage {2005/02/11)
• A veritable banyan {2005/02/11)
• In the glittering grandeur of mirrors {2005/02/11)
• In typical Pallava style {2005/02/04)
• An architectural marvel at Keluvathur {2005/02/04)
• Some sand. some colour. some castles {2005/01/28)
• In memory of Tiruvalluvar {2005/01/28)
• Images of stunning beauty {2005/01/28)
• The special charm of Palani {2005/01/21)
• A rare phenomenon {2005/01/07)
• Festival unique to Margazhi {2005/01/07)
• Temple on the verge of collapse {2004/12/31)
• Siva temple built by Thondaiman {2004/12/31)
• The glory of Margazhi {2004/12/24)
• Waiting to shower immense grace {2004/12/24)
• He communicated through silence {2004/12/24)
• Salvation for the sages {2004/12/24)
• Where Yama has no jurisdiction {2004/12/17)
• Benevolent in the form of a child {2004/12/17)
• Temple in need of renovation {2004/12/17)
• Unique sculpture {2004/12/17)
• Goddess who grants boons instantly {2004/12/17)
• New abode for Lord Dhanvantri {2004/12/03)
• Shrine for Kadambar {2004/12/03)
• Example of refined temple architecture {2004/11/26)
• Where Adisesha was granted refuge {2004/11/26)
• Ancient temple in need of repair {2004/11/05)
• Time for renovation {2004/10/15)
• In need of attention {2004/10/15)
• Gorgeous outfit for deity {2004/09/24)
• Teacher. composer and philosopher {2004/09/24)
• Seated over a pond of poison {2004/09/17)
• A wedge of the past {2004/07/16)
• Sastha plays midwife {2004/06/25)
• The Lord waits on the riverbank {2004/06/25)
• Temples under renovation {2004/06/11)
• In memory of Bhaskaracharya {2004/06/11)
• In precincts serene and green {2004/06/04)
• Glistening spires of Palitana temples {2004/06/04)
• Similar to Srirangam in many ways {2004/06/04)
• A dream that led to Devadanam {2004/06/04)
• Samprokshanam of Venkatachalapathy temple {2004/05/14)
• Kanchi temple in need of renovation {2004/05/14)
• Where sage Brighu did penance {2004/05/07)
• Ready for consecration {2004/04/16)
• Symbol of devotion to Sri Rama {2004/03/26)
• The glory of Tirukkachur {2004/03/12)
• Where legend adds lustre {2004/03/12)
• Kumbabhishekam {2004/02/06)
• Consecration {2004/02/06)
• Sakthi in massive form {2004/01/30)
• The Supreme Light Divine {2004/01/30)
• Tribute to the saint composer {2004/01/02)
• Carving a colossal image {2004/01/02)
• Laksharchanai {2004/01/02)
• Planet none can afford to ignore {2004/01/02)
• Shrine for the Lord who heals {2004/01/02)
• Linked by legend {2004/01/02)
• Rare phenomenon {2003/11/28)
• Samprokshanam at Kanchi {2003/11/21)
• Consecration of Nanganallur temple {2003/11/21)
• A temple craves for attention {2003/11/21)
• Temple where troubles melt like butter {2003/10/31)
• Dedicated to Sri Rama {2003/10/31)
• Divine home of the Saint-Poetess {2003/10/17)
• Glorifying the chivalry of Jatayu {2003/10/17)
• Gold kavacham for the Lord {2003/10/10)
• Of sculptures. trees and snakes {2003/10/10)
• The auspicious tamboolam {2003/10/10)
• Ancient Chola temple at Madambakkam {2003/09/26)
• Simhachalam temple &.151; magnificent architecture and sculpture {2003/09/19)
• Ancient shrine under repair {2003/09/12)
• Cluster of temples in dilapidated state {2003/08/29)
• Magnificent samples of Buddhist architecture {2003/08/29)
• Muktinath &.151; an awesome pilgrim spot {2003/08/22)
• Abode for Siva languishes {2003/08/01)
• Kumbabhishekam performed {2003/07/18)
• Gurupeyarchi at Alangudi {2003/07/18)
• Shrine for Bruhaspati {2003/07/18)
• Consecration of an ancient temple {2003/06/06)
• Brahmotsavam at Singaperumalkoil {2003/06/06)
• Kumbabhishekam {2003/06/06)
• For Sholingur pilgrims {2003/06/06)
• Renovation completed {2003/05/30)
• Marvellous carvings on temple car {2003/05/30)
• Panchamuka Anjaneya idol to be installed {2003/05/30)
• Symbol of amity and co-existence {2003/05/30)
• His mission is to spread spiritualism {2003/05/30)
• Birthplace of Vaishnavite saints {2003/05/30)
• The cave shrine of Uttaranchal {2003/05/23)
• The Sage of Arunachala {2003/05/09)
• Supreme skill of Chola sculptors {2003/05/09)
• Place sanctified by Siddhars {2003/05/09)
• Kali Mandir of Kolkata {2003/05/09)
• Auroville... a deeper experience {2003/05/09)
• Ancient shrines near Sriperumbudur {2003/05/09)
• Narasimha temple in ruins {2003/05/09)
• Shrine for Chitragupta {2003/04/18)
• Golden Satari for Udaiyavar {2003/04/18)
• Enchanting images of Sri Rama {2003/04/18)
• Work on at temple complex {2003/04/18)
• Vatarangam. seat of Hari and Haran {2003/04/18)
• Sad state of a glorious shrine {2003/04/18)
• Outstanding for its architecture {2003/04/18)
• Seven Words on the Cross {2003/04/18)
• A dream wedding enacted {2003/03/28)
• Divine symbol {2003/03/28)
• Mandalabishekam {2003/03/28)
• Hanuman's special avatar as Annihilator {2003/03/07)
• Sri Ramanuja shrine at Tirumala gets a facelift {2003/02/28)
• ASI restores 400-year old paintings {2003/02/28)
• Deities in rare forms {2003/02/28)
• A time to fast with faith {2003/02/28)
• Renovation {2003/02/28)
• The power of absolute faith {2003/02/21)
• Exquisite temples aplenty {2003/02/14)
• Impressive shrine for the Elephant God {2003/02/14)
• Thirumangalya Utsavam {2003/01/31)
• Brahmotsavam {2003/01/31)
• Tyagaraja aradhana {2003/01/31)
• Ancient temple gets a face-lift {2003/01/31)
• Temple priest felicitated {2003/01/31)
• Kumbabhishekam {2003/01/31)
• Bestowing plenty and prosperity {2003/01/17)
• Saivite temples of Sri Lanka {2003/01/10)
• Free Veda classes {2003/01/10)
• A treasure trove tucked away {2003/01/10)
• Informative and interesting sessions {2003/01/10)
• Triad of sacred spots {2003/01/10)
• Philosopher and saint in the true sense {2003/01/03)
• Diamond jubilee celebrations {2003/01/03)
• For a cause {2003/01/03)
• Hanumath Jayanthi {2003/01/03)
• An interesting temple tale {2003/01/03)
• A picture of neglect {2002/12/27)
• New temple for Panchamukha Anjaneya {2002/12/27)
• Unsung but not forgotten {2002/12/27)
• Glorious synthesis of temple styles {2002/12/27)
• The Lord atop Serpent Hill {2002/12/06)
• Icon of devotion {2002/12/06)
• Temple for Kethu dedicated to Siva at Mannar {2002/12/06)
• The Protector at Rudrankoil {2002/11/22)
• Pining for the Lord {2002/11/22)
• Handsome and prosperous {2002/11/08)
• A pilgrim's paradise {2002/10/25)
• Strewn sculptures tell a tale {2002/10/25)
• Shrines that Nammazhwar glorified {2002/10/25)
• Sanctity bestowed by the devotee {2002/10/25)
• Manthralayam for that healing touch {2002/10/18)
• Special trips to Tirumala {2002/10/11)
• The Saviour as an endearing child {2002/10/11)
• Another abode of Lord Venkateswara {2002/10/04)
• Temples that reverberate with history {2002/10/04)
• Pavitrotsavam {2002/09/20)
• Lord Incomparable {2002/09/20)
• Avatara Utsavam {2002/09/13)
• On a Vedic quest {2002/09/13)
• Captivating deities at Chettipunnyam {2002/09/13)
• A symbol of cultural synthesis {2002/08/30)
• On the banks of the Amaravathi {2002/08/23)
• Maduranthakam &.151; unique and significant {2002/08/09)
• What Jeers stand for {2002/08/09)
• Temple for all {2002/08/02)
• Splendour of shrines long forgotten {2002/08/02)
• Ramayana in Therukoothu {2002/08/02)
• The Lord in unique company {2002/08/02)
• Eagles enhance the sanctity {2002/08/02)
• Spiritual discourse {2002/07/19)
• Holy sangamam in the South {2002/07/12)
• New temple for Raghavendra {2002/06/28)
• Gurupeyarchi {2002/06/28)
• Fire that stokes up faith {2002/06/21)
• Awesome sight {2002/06/21)
• Holy constellation abroad {2002/06/14)
• Bhagavati in ethereal surroundings {2002/06/14)
• A great incarnation {2002/06/07)
• As holy as Tirumala {2002/05/10)
• For the sake of a child-devotee {2002/05/10)
• The Lord aloft a glittering mount {2002/05/10)
• Preceptor who practised compassion {2002/05/10)
• A temple steeped in legend {2002/05/10)
• Ordeals of a saint {2002/04/12)
• With high objectives in mind {2002/04/12)
• Marked by exclusive carvings {2002/04/12)
• Tenacity of an ardent devotee {2002/04/05)
• Crowning glory for the Tiruvallur deity {2002/04/05)
• Samprokshanam {2002/04/05)
• Spruced up for Samprokshanam {2002/03/22)
• Service with a professional touch {2002/03/15)
• Lapping up Indian literature {2002/03/08)
• The Butterfly and the Banyan {2002/03/08)
• The silent revolution {2001/11/23)
• Seer. sage and savant {2001/11/16)
• Where rare deities are housed {2001/11/09)

Periya Puranam -The Great Epic

Recently I had completed the reading of condensed and translated version of Periya Puranam published by Ramakrishna Math. I happened to see the book at their stall in Chennai Central Station. Going through the pages of Periya Puranam , an epic that traces the legendary lives of the Sixty-three Nayanars, the canonical poets of Tamil Shaivism.

It was compiled during the 12th century (reign of Kullottonga Chola II) by Sri Sekkizhar, a poet and the chief minister in the court of the the Chola ruler.

I would like to state that the whole experience of reading the book has been divine and self realizing. It brings out to the forefront real essence and mode of devotion shown by people from different aspects of live to the lord Shiva.One thing to note is that the Characters in the Periya Puranam are real and not fictional. Ample evidence is provided in the verses of the true existence and the places they visted in their lifetime.

Sekkizhar brings to forefront the lives of 63 ardent Shiva devotees who lived in different timelines and brings them into one place.It is one of the masterpieces of Tamil Literature and stands out distinctly among the epics. The fervour with which characters in the epic stands out with their path of devotion is hair raising.

Periya Puranam stands is a testimony that real devotion is over and above the ritualistic manners of the society and is not property of particular caste or creed. It reiterates again and again that the lord is what one makes of him and the lord is the one who becomes the slave of his devotess after enslaving the devotees at first.We see the different Forms of devotion. At one place we see the devotion of Sundarar to Lord as a Companion and that of Sambandar as a son.

Going through the pages I got totally involved in the storyline and felt being an eyewitness to the happenings. By mere reading only one feel blessed and pure,Such is the way the great Sekkizhar has written this epic. It is very hard keep the book down once you start reading it.

It is very difficult for anyone to not have a pure sense of Devotion flowing in self (Bhakti) after reading Periya Puranam.Please do have a glimpse of this gem of a book, a masterpiece and dive into ocean of devotion.


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Further Reading and Links:

Sekkilaar, and G. Vanmikanathan. Periya Puranam — A Tamil Classic On The Great Saiva Saints of South India. Ed. Dr. N. Mahalingam. Chennai: Sri Ramakrishna Math

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Periya_Puranam

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nayanars