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mahApuruSha/nAyanmAr/sidereal_solar_month/nakshatra/04/18/kaliya_nAyan2mAr_(44)_gurupUjai.toml

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-en = "Between the 6th and 9th centuries, in South India, there existed 63 ardent devotees of Lord Shiva, collectively known as the Nayanmars. These devout individuals, hailing from various walks of life including potters, fishermen, farmers, merchants, priests, hunters, and washermen, created devotional songs still sung by followers around the globe. Among these Nayanmars, Appar, Sambandar, and Sundarar, known for their Thevaram hymns, along with Manikkavasagar, are distinguished as the Samayacharyas or the ‘The Four’ (`ta:nAlvar`) revered teachers of the faith. They were instrumental in promoting the Shaiva Siddhanta philosophy and culture, effectively challenging the spread of Jainism and Buddhism. Their teachings centered around the concept that Shiva embodies love, and that embracing love for all beings and existence is essential in connecting with Shiva, the Supreme Being."
+en = """Between the 6th and 9th centuries, in South India, there existed 63 ardent devotees of Lord Shiva, collectively known as the Nayanmars. These devout individuals, hailing from various walks of life including potters, fishermen, farmers, merchants, priests, hunters, and washermen, created devotional songs still sung by followers around the globe. Among these Nayanmars, Appar, Sambandar, and Sundarar, known for their Thevaram hymns, along with Manikkavasagar, are distinguished as the Samayacharyas or the ‘The Four’ (`ta:nAlvar`) revered teachers of the faith. They were instrumental in promoting the Shaiva Siddhanta philosophy and culture, effectively challenging the spread of Jainism and Buddhism. Their teachings centered around the concept that Shiva embodies love, and that embracing love for all beings and existence is essential in connecting with Shiva, the Supreme Being.
+
+Kaliya Nayanmar, a resident and oil merchant of Tiruvotriyur, was known for his deep devotion to Lord Shiva, particularly expressed through his daily service of lighting lamps in the temple. Initially affluent, he faced a dramatic turn of fortune when the Lord, to demonstrate Kaliya Nayanmar's unwavering faith, led him into poverty. This sudden change in his circumstances also brought about a lack of support from his family.
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+In his commitment to continue his service to the Lord, Kaliya Nayanmar resorted to manual labour to earn enough to buy oil for the temple lamps. However, as his situation worsened, even this means became unfeasible. Driven to desperation, he considered selling his wife, but this plan too did not materialise, as no one was willing to buy her. Facing utter despair and determined to fulfill his service, Kaliya Nayanmar contemplated using his own blood as a substitute for the oil to keep the temple lamps burning! At this poignant moment of self-sacrifice, Lord Shiva intervened, stopping Kaliya Nayanmar from harming himself, and blessed him, acknowledging his profound devotion and selfless service."""
 
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 ta = [ "kaliya nAyan2mAr (44) gurupUjai",]

mahApuruSha/nAyanmAr/sidereal_solar_month/nakshatra/05/09/atipatta_nAyan2mAr_(42)_gurupUjai.toml

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-en = "Between the 6th and 9th centuries, in South India, there existed 63 ardent devotees of Lord Shiva, collectively known as the Nayanmars. These devout individuals, hailing from various walks of life including potters, fishermen, farmers, merchants, priests, hunters, and washermen, created devotional songs still sung by followers around the globe. Among these Nayanmars, Appar, Sambandar, and Sundarar, known for their Thevaram hymns, along with Manikkavasagar, are distinguished as the Samayacharyas or the ‘The Four’ (`ta:nAlvar`) revered teachers of the faith. They were instrumental in promoting the Shaiva Siddhanta philosophy and culture, effectively challenging the spread of Jainism and Buddhism. Their teachings centered around the concept that Shiva embodies love, and that embracing love for all beings and existence is essential in connecting with Shiva, the Supreme Being."
+en = """Between the 6th and 9th centuries, in South India, there existed 63 ardent devotees of Lord Shiva, collectively known as the Nayanmars. These devout individuals, hailing from various walks of life including potters, fishermen, farmers, merchants, priests, hunters, and washermen, created devotional songs still sung by followers around the globe. Among these Nayanmars, Appar, Sambandar, and Sundarar, known for their Thevaram hymns, along with Manikkavasagar, are distinguished as the Samayacharyas or the ‘The Four’ (`ta:nAlvar`) revered teachers of the faith. They were instrumental in promoting the Shaiva Siddhanta philosophy and culture, effectively challenging the spread of Jainism and Buddhism. Their teachings centered around the concept that Shiva embodies love, and that embracing love for all beings and existence is essential in connecting with Shiva, the Supreme Being.
+
+Atipattar, the 42nd of the Nayanmars was born into a fisherman's family in Nulaipadi, near Nagapattinam. He devoutly followed a unique ritual: daily, he would release one fish from his catch as an offering to Lord Shiva. His dedication caught the attention of the divine, who sought to showcase his unwavering faith to the world.
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+For several days in a row, the fisherman found himself catching only a single fish each day. Undeterred by the prospect of going hungry, he faithfully released the lone fish back into the water, dedicating the act to Lord Shiva. On one remarkable day, his catch consisted of just one fish again, but this time it was a golden fish. Despite the extraordinary nature of this find and the temptation it might have presented, he adhered to his vow and released the golden fish as an offering to the Lord.
+
+Moved by his steadfast devotion, Lord Shiva manifested before the humble, uneducated fisherman, bestowing upon him divine blessings for his unyielding devotion and sacrifice."""
 
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 ta = [ "atipatta nAyan2mAr (42) gurupUjai",]

mahApuruSha/nAyanmAr/sidereal_solar_month/nakshatra/06/24/naraciGgamun2aiyaraiya_nAyan2mAr_(41)_gurupUjai.toml

@@ -15,7 +15,11 @@ kaala = "प्रातः"
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-en = "Between the 6th and 9th centuries, in South India, there existed 63 ardent devotees of Lord Shiva, collectively known as the Nayanmars. These devout individuals, hailing from various walks of life including potters, fishermen, farmers, merchants, priests, hunters, and washermen, created devotional songs still sung by followers around the globe. Among these Nayanmars, Appar, Sambandar, and Sundarar, known for their Thevaram hymns, along with Manikkavasagar, are distinguished as the Samayacharyas or the ‘The Four’ (`ta:nAlvar`) revered teachers of the faith. They were instrumental in promoting the Shaiva Siddhanta philosophy and culture, effectively challenging the spread of Jainism and Buddhism. Their teachings centered around the concept that Shiva embodies love, and that embracing love for all beings and existence is essential in connecting with Shiva, the Supreme Being."
+en = """Between the 6th and 9th centuries, in South India, there existed 63 ardent devotees of Lord Shiva, collectively known as the Nayanmars. These devout individuals, hailing from various walks of life including potters, fishermen, farmers, merchants, priests, hunters, and washermen, created devotional songs still sung by followers around the globe. Among these Nayanmars, Appar, Sambandar, and Sundarar, known for their Thevaram hymns, along with Manikkavasagar, are distinguished as the Samayacharyas or the ‘The Four’ (`ta:nAlvar`) revered teachers of the faith. They were instrumental in promoting the Shaiva Siddhanta philosophy and culture, effectively challenging the spread of Jainism and Buddhism. Their teachings centered around the concept that Shiva embodies love, and that embracing love for all beings and existence is essential in connecting with Shiva, the Supreme Being.
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+This Nayanmar, a minor chieftain from Tiru Munaipadi, was a fervent devotee of Lord Shiva and a staunch supporter of Saivism. On every Tiruvathirai day, he would hold special Pujas, feed Shiva devotees regardless of their appearance, and generously offer each devotee a hundred gold coins.
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+During one such event, a devotee arrived with his body covered solely in sacred ashes, completely naked, causing discomfort among the other devotees. The Nayanmar, perceiving this, fell at the devotee's feet, and demonstrated his profound respect by not only feeding the naked devotee with greater reverence but also by offering him double the usual gift — 200 gold coins! This incident highlights the Nayanmar's deep understanding and acceptance that every devotee is an embodiment of Lord Shiva, regardless of their external appearance."""
 
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 ta = [ "naraciGgamun2aiyaraiya nAyan2mAr (41) gurupUjai",]

mahApuruSha/nAyanmAr/sidereal_solar_month/nakshatra/07/11/catti_nAyan2mAr_(45)_gurupUjai.toml

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-en = "Between the 6th and 9th centuries, in South India, there existed 63 ardent devotees of Lord Shiva, collectively known as the Nayanmars. These devout individuals, hailing from various walks of life including potters, fishermen, farmers, merchants, priests, hunters, and washermen, created devotional songs still sung by followers around the globe. Among these Nayanmars, Appar, Sambandar, and Sundarar, known for their Thevaram hymns, along with Manikkavasagar, are distinguished as the Samayacharyas or the ‘The Four’ (`ta:nAlvar`) revered teachers of the faith. They were instrumental in promoting the Shaiva Siddhanta philosophy and culture, effectively challenging the spread of Jainism and Buddhism. Their teachings centered around the concept that Shiva embodies love, and that embracing love for all beings and existence is essential in connecting with Shiva, the Supreme Being."
+en = """Between the 6th and 9th centuries, in South India, there existed 63 ardent devotees of Lord Shiva, collectively known as the Nayanmars. These devout individuals, hailing from various walks of life including potters, fishermen, farmers, merchants, priests, hunters, and washermen, created devotional songs still sung by followers around the globe. Among these Nayanmars, Appar, Sambandar, and Sundarar, known for their Thevaram hymns, along with Manikkavasagar, are distinguished as the Samayacharyas or the ‘The Four’ (`ta:nAlvar`) revered teachers of the faith. They were instrumental in promoting the Shaiva Siddhanta philosophy and culture, effectively challenging the spread of Jainism and Buddhism. Their teachings centered around the concept that Shiva embodies love, and that embracing love for all beings and existence is essential in connecting with Shiva, the Supreme Being.
+
+Satti Nayanmar, born into a Vellala family, hailed from Varinjiyur in the Chola kingdom. He was deeply devoted to Lord Shiva and held great respect for the Lord's devotees. Satti Nayanmar was so committed to honoring these devotees that he could not bear to hear any slander against them. In his zeal to protect their dignity, he would go to the extreme measure of cutting out the tongue of anyone who spoke ill of Lord Shiva's devotees. Recognizing the purity and intensity of Satti Nayanmar's devotion, Lord Shiva bestowed his divine grace upon him."""
 
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 ta = [ "catti nAyan2mAr (45) gurupUjai",]

mahApuruSha/nAyanmAr/sidereal_solar_month/nakshatra/07/19/aiyaDigaL_kADavarkOn2_nAyan2mAr_(46)_gurupUjai.toml

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-en = "Between the 6th and 9th centuries, in South India, there existed 63 ardent devotees of Lord Shiva, collectively known as the Nayanmars. These devout individuals, hailing from various walks of life including potters, fishermen, farmers, merchants, priests, hunters, and washermen, created devotional songs still sung by followers around the globe. Among these Nayanmars, Appar, Sambandar, and Sundarar, known for their Thevaram hymns, along with Manikkavasagar, are distinguished as the Samayacharyas or the ‘The Four’ (`ta:nAlvar`) revered teachers of the faith. They were instrumental in promoting the Shaiva Siddhanta philosophy and culture, effectively challenging the spread of Jainism and Buddhism. Their teachings centered around the concept that Shiva embodies love, and that embracing love for all beings and existence is essential in connecting with Shiva, the Supreme Being."
+en = """Between the 6th and 9th centuries, in South India, there existed 63 ardent devotees of Lord Shiva, collectively known as the Nayanmars. These devout individuals, hailing from various walks of life including potters, fishermen, farmers, merchants, priests, hunters, and washermen, created devotional songs still sung by followers around the globe. Among these Nayanmars, Appar, Sambandar, and Sundarar, known for their Thevaram hymns, along with Manikkavasagar, are distinguished as the Samayacharyas or the ‘The Four’ (`ta:nAlvar`) revered teachers of the faith. They were instrumental in promoting the Shaiva Siddhanta philosophy and culture, effectively challenging the spread of Jainism and Buddhism. Their teachings centered around the concept that Shiva embodies love, and that embracing love for all beings and existence is essential in connecting with Shiva, the Supreme Being.
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+Aiyadigal Kadavarkon Nayanmar was a Pallava king who reigned over Kanchi and played a significant role in promoting Shaivism among his people. Eventually, he became disillusioned with the material world and chose to renounce his worldly duties. After ensuring his son succeeded him on the throne, Aiyadigal Kadavarkon Nayanmar embarked on an extensive pilgrimage. During his travels, he visited numerous shrines, expressing his devotion by singing hymns in praise of Lord Shiva. His deep devotion and spiritual dedication pleased Lord Shiva, who blessed him with His darshan."""
 
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 ta = [ "aiyaDigaL kADavarkOn2 nAyan2mAr (46) gurupUjai",]

mahApuruSha/nAyanmAr/sidereal_solar_month/nakshatra/08/03/kaNampulla_nAyan2mAr_(47)_gurupUjai.toml

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-en = "Between the 6th and 9th centuries, in South India, there existed 63 ardent devotees of Lord Shiva, collectively known as the Nayanmars. These devout individuals, hailing from various walks of life including potters, fishermen, farmers, merchants, priests, hunters, and washermen, created devotional songs still sung by followers around the globe. Among these Nayanmars, Appar, Sambandar, and Sundarar, known for their Thevaram hymns, along with Manikkavasagar, are distinguished as the Samayacharyas or the ‘The Four’ (`ta:nAlvar`) revered teachers of the faith. They were instrumental in promoting the Shaiva Siddhanta philosophy and culture, effectively challenging the spread of Jainism and Buddhism. Their teachings centered around the concept that Shiva embodies love, and that embracing love for all beings and existence is essential in connecting with Shiva, the Supreme Being."
+en = """Between the 6th and 9th centuries, in South India, there existed 63 ardent devotees of Lord Shiva, collectively known as the Nayanmars. These devout individuals, hailing from various walks of life including potters, fishermen, farmers, merchants, priests, hunters, and washermen, created devotional songs still sung by followers around the globe. Among these Nayanmars, Appar, Sambandar, and Sundarar, known for their Thevaram hymns, along with Manikkavasagar, are distinguished as the Samayacharyas or the ‘The Four’ (`ta:nAlvar`) revered teachers of the faith. They were instrumental in promoting the Shaiva Siddhanta philosophy and culture, effectively challenging the spread of Jainism and Buddhism. Their teachings centered around the concept that Shiva embodies love, and that embracing love for all beings and existence is essential in connecting with Shiva, the Supreme Being.
+
+Kanampulla Nayanmar, a wealthy resident of Irukkuvelur, was renowned for his profound devotion to Lord Shiva. Committed to using his wealth solely for divine service, he devoted himself to lighting lamps in Shiva shrines and singing praises of the Lord. To demonstrate the depth of his devotion, Lord Shiva tested him by taking away his wealth. Undeterred, Kanampulla Nayanmar moved to Chidambaram and continued his services by selling his possessions to buy ghee for the lamps. Eventually, he exhausted all his resources and resorted to selling grass, specifically Kanampul, which earned him the name Kanampulla Nayanmar. One day, when he couldn't sell any grass, he remained steadfast in his duty to light the temple lamp. With no other resources left, he ingeniously used the grass as a wick to keep the lamp burning. Realizing that the grass was insufficient, he moved his head closer to the lamp, using his own hair as a wick to keep the flame burning. This ultimate act of devotion moved Lord Shiva, who appeared before Kanampulla Nayanmar and bestowed his blessings upon him."""
 
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 ta = [ "kaNampulla nAyan2mAr (47) gurupUjai",]

mahApuruSha/nAyanmAr/sidereal_solar_month/nakshatra/10/27/kalikkamba_nAyan2mAr_(43)_gurupUjai.toml

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-en = "Between the 6th and 9th centuries, in South India, there existed 63 ardent devotees of Lord Shiva, collectively known as the Nayanmars. These devout individuals, hailing from various walks of life including potters, fishermen, farmers, merchants, priests, hunters, and washermen, created devotional songs still sung by followers around the globe. Among these Nayanmars, Appar, Sambandar, and Sundarar, known for their Thevaram hymns, along with Manikkavasagar, are distinguished as the Samayacharyas or the ‘The Four’ (`ta:nAlvar`) revered teachers of the faith. They were instrumental in promoting the Shaiva Siddhanta philosophy and culture, effectively challenging the spread of Jainism and Buddhism. Their teachings centered around the concept that Shiva embodies love, and that embracing love for all beings and existence is essential in connecting with Shiva, the Supreme Being."
+en = """Between the 6th and 9th centuries, in South India, there existed 63 ardent devotees of Lord Shiva, collectively known as the Nayanmars. These devout individuals, hailing from various walks of life including potters, fishermen, farmers, merchants, priests, hunters, and washermen, created devotional songs still sung by followers around the globe. Among these Nayanmars, Appar, Sambandar, and Sundarar, known for their Thevaram hymns, along with Manikkavasagar, are distinguished as the Samayacharyas or the ‘The Four’ (`ta:nAlvar`) revered teachers of the faith. They were instrumental in promoting the Shaiva Siddhanta philosophy and culture, effectively challenging the spread of Jainism and Buddhism. Their teachings centered around the concept that Shiva embodies love, and that embracing love for all beings and existence is essential in connecting with Shiva, the Supreme Being.
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+The 43rd Nayanmar was a Vaishya, and resided in Pennagadam, a part of the Chola kingdom. He was known for his devout service in the local temple and held a deep reverence for Shiva Bhaktas, seeing the divine presence of Lord Shiva in them. His wife also actively supported him in these spiritual endeavours.
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+On one occasion, though, a man who had previously been a servant of the Nayanmar visited his house, disguised as a Shiva Bhakta. True to his devotional nature, the Nayanmar warmly welcomed the visitor, offering the traditional respect of washing his feet and venerating him. However, his wife, recognizing the man as their former servant, did not participate in the worship with the same enthusiasm.
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+Perceiving his wife's reluctance as a lack of devotion, the Nayanmar, in a drastic and shocking act, severed her hand. He then proceeded to continue his worship of the disguised Bhakta with undeterred focus. Through this extreme form of spiritual practice and dedication, he ultimately achieved union with the divine."""
 
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 ta = [ "kalikkamba nAyan2mAr (43) gurupUjai",]