Periya Puranam
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Sekkizhar's verse lives of the 63 Nayanars, the Shaiva saints of Tamil Nadu, who came from every walk of life.
| Tradition | Hindu (Tamil Shaiva) |
|---|---|
| Type | Hagiography |
| Language | Tamil |
| Period | 12th century CE |
| Composed or compiled by | Sekkizhar, a minister at the Chola court |
What it contains
- The twelfth and last book of the Tirumurai.
- Lives of the 63 Nayanars, including kings, farmers, potters, hunters and women saints such as Karaikkal Ammaiyar.
- The stories of Kannappa and Nandanar.
Significance
It shows bhakti as open to all, regardless of birth, and the 63 Nayanars are honoured in Shiva temples across Tamil Nadu.