What is Thiruppavai ,history and Fasting details (Viratham / nonbu details)- திருப்பாவை
Welcome to the blog of VARiouS Thiruppavai Thiruppavai is a set of 30 Tamil songs( paasurams ) written in praise of Thirumaal (manifestation of Lord Vishnu) by the female Tamil poet-saint Andal. She is considered the manifestation of Bhudevi, who has come down to earth as Periyalvar's daughter. These 30 songs contain the cardinal principles of Vaishnava dharma during the month of Marghazhi (mid-December to mid-January). Devotees sing these songs to bring peace, prosperity, and Divine Grace. Pavai Nonbu is usually taken up by young girls during this month,for a good married life.But anyone can take up this fasting. T he key point of this viratham ,according to Andal ,is to reach the Lord who is always around us. We can take up this viratham for any reason like career or studies or health. All that one has to do is believe the lord and worship him with all your love. Story of Andal Periyalvar(பெரியாழ்வார்) w...