Little Angel Andal
Description
Little Angel Andal is a very picturesque book depicting the life of Andal, also known as Kodhai. Andal is the only female Alvar among the 12 Alvar saints of South India. The Alvar saints are known for their affiliation to the Srivaishnava tradition of Hinduism.
Andal is an important female figure for women in South India and has inspired women's groups such as Goda Mandali.
Periazhwar (originally called Vishnuchittar) was an ardent devotee of Perumal and he used to string garland to god every day. He was childless and he prayed to God to save him from the longing. One day, he found a girl child under a Tulasi plant in a garden inside the temple.
Language: English
Binding: Paperback
Product Dimensions: 12 x 1 x 17 cm
Pages: 24