Tirumular

Tirumular was a revered Tamil saint and poet, known for his deep spiritual insights and contributions to Tamil Siddha medicine and philosophy. He lived around the 7th century and is best known for his work, the "Tirumandiram," which is a collection of verses blending philosophy, devotion, and mysticism. The text explores themes like the nature of the divine, the path to enlightenment, and the importance of inner realization. Tirumular emphasized personal experience of the divine over ritualistic practices, making his teachings significant in both spiritual and literary traditions within Tamil culture.