Thiruppugazh - Vol 01 1.5

The Tiruppugazh, composed by the revered saint-poet Arunagirinathar, stands as a distinctive work that vividly presents Lord Muruga in all his majesty and splendor, inspiring countless devotees with his boundless grace. Arunagirinathar occupies a unique position among the numerous saints who have guided humanity toward spiritual realization; his compositions serve not only to ignite the flame of devotion but also to illuminate the path of knowledge and virtue. His poetic works eloquently direct practitioners towards righteousness and the Lotus Feet of Muruga.

While many devotional compositions praise the Lord and fall under the category of Tiru Pugazh, Arunagirinathar's works are distinguished by their exceptional beauty and depth. His poetic style uniquely captures the divine's glory in a manner that is both complete and magnificent. No other poet has portrayed Lord Muruga's grandeur with such elegance and elaboration as Arunagirinathar, which justifies the honorary title of "Tiruppugazh"—meaning 'Holy Praise.' His writings earnestly deserve this designation for their profound devotion and poetic excellence.

Notable songs included in “Tiruppugazh” are as follows:

• Kaithal Nirai
• Kumarkurupara
• Athalavithala
• Manakkavalai
• Arumugam Arumugam
• Nilankool Megathin
• Viralmaarananthu
• Bhakthakanappiriya
• Seeraanakolla
• Natha Vindhukkallathi
• Thandayani
• Pandhalam Kondhum
• Paakaraivichithra Mani
• Vetha Verpi Lepu
• Muthaitthru Patthi
• Uruvai Aruvai