Periya Puranam

Periya Puranam is a classical Tamil sacred text composed in the 12th century that celebrates the lives of 63 revered saints known as the Nayanars, who were devoted to Lord Shiva. It serves as a spiritual history, illustrating their deep faith, moral virtues, and passionate devotion through vivid storytelling. The work highlights the diverse backgrounds of the saints, emphasizing that devotion transcends social boundaries. Revered in Tamil religious tradition, Periya Puranam promotes bhakti (devotion) as the path to spiritual awakening, inspiring generations with its poetic expression of love for Shiva and the profound ideals of spiritual dedication.