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Vallalar

Vallalar, also known as Saint Ramalinga Swamigal, was a 19th-century Indian saint and poet from Tamil Nadu. He emphasized compassion, charity, and spiritual purity, advocating for universal love and kindness toward all beings. Vallalar believed in the unity of all religions and promoted the idea of serving humanity as a form of spiritual practice. His teachings highlight the importance of inner purity, self-realization, and the practice of compassion beyond religious boundaries. He is revered for his poetic work "Thiruarutpa," which inspires a life dedicated to truth, love, and service.