The Tiruvacakam

The Tiruvacakam is a revered Tamil collection of devotional hymns composed by poet-saint Manikkavacakar. It expresses deep love for Lord Shiva, emphasizing personal devotion, surrender, and the unity of the soul with the divine. The hymns explore themes of spirituality, humility, and the transient nature of worldly life, encouraging followers to seek inner purity and divine grace. Considered a spiritual masterpiece, the Tiruvacakam is central to Tamil Shaivism and reflects a profound, heartfelt yearning for communion with the divine through simple yet profound poetry.