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Legends of the Nayanmars

34. SIRAPPULI NAYANMAR

In the mighty Chola Kingdom, there was a town called
Thiruvaakkur which was famous for its Saivism and the
generosity of its residents. In this holy town was born Sirappuli
Nayanar in a family of Vedic scholars.
He devoted his life to serving the Shiva devotees who were
accorded a hearty welcome at his home. Sirappuli Nayanar
revered them and fulfilled their needs. The devotees were served
delicious meals and treated with utmost love and respect.
Sirappuli Nayanar thus spent his life selflessly serving the
devot ees of Lord Shiva and his generous nature was
unparalleled.
35. SIRUTHONDA NAYANAR
Siruthonda Nayanar was born as a valiant warrior,
Paranjothiyar. He was highly proficient in not only the art of
warfare but also in the illustrious Sanskrit language. Among all
his talents, the one which distinguished him from other noble
warriors was his complete devotion to Lord Shiva. He fought
in the Vadhapi war and won over the enemy effortlessly. When
the King learnt that this warrior is a Shiva devotee, he felt a
terrible guilt for sending him to war.
The generous King immediately sent Paranjothiyar to his
hometown, gifting him substantial wealth, so he can continue
his service to Lord Shiva unhindered. Paranjothiyar reached his
town of Thiruchengattankudi and spent his time serving the
Shiva devotees. He married a virtuous lady named Vengaatu
Nangai, who was also an ardent Shiva devotee. Their blissful
life became happier by the birth of a son, whom they named
Siiraala Devar.