(Intermediate to advanced level)
Andal, also known as Godhai, Nachiyar, or Godha Devi, is the only female Alvar and is revered as an incarnation of Bhumi Devi, the earth goddess and consort of Lord Vishnu. Like the other Alvars, she is associated with the Sri Vaishnava tradition of Hinduism. Raised by Periyalvar in Srivilliputhur, Andal grew up as a devout worshipper of Vishnu, particularly in his form as Krishna.
Believed to have lived during the 8th century CE, Andal composed two profound Tamil works. Thiruppavai and Nachiyar Thirumozhi, which continue to be recited with devotion during the sacred Margazhi season.
The Thiruppavai comprises thirty pasurams (verses) in praise of Perumal (Vishnu) and forms a part of the Nalayira Divya Prabandham, the revered collection of hymns by the twelve Alvars. Often described as "the seed of all the Vedas," the Thiruppavai is believed to encapsulate the essence of the Vedas, just as a seed holds within it the potential of the entire tree.
About the workshop:
In this workshop, students will have the opportunity to learn and internalize all thirty verses of the Thiruppavai with devotion, discipline, and precision. The program also places special emphasis on the ragas associated with each pasuram and explores the appropriate musical approach to rendering them with authenticity.
Prerequisite: Students should have learnt at least 2 Varnams and 5 krithis
Details:
Dates: 6th to 27th September 2025
6th 7th 13th 14th 21st 27th Sept 2025
Day: Saturday and Sunday
Total number of sessions: 6
Timings: 8:00 am to 9.30 am IST
Duration per session: 1 hr and 30 mins
Online platform : Zoom
Age limit: 12 years and above
Minimum number of students : 5
Maximum number of students: 20
Fee: Rs 700 per session India Students & 35 USD for Students abroad
Please note that the workshop will be recorded for commercial use and is non exclusive.
Content Plan
Day 1
Tiruppavais 1-5
Day 2
Tiruppavais 6-10
Day 3
Tiruppavais 11-15
Day 4
Tiruppavais 16-20
Day 5
Tiruppavais 21-25
Day 6
Tiruppavais 25-30
