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(fl. 8th century AD), a famous Tamil poetess and Vaishnava devotee. She was the putative daughter of Periyalvar, whom she eventually surpassed in fame. Among her poems Tiruppdvai in particular is exceedingly touching in its simplicity and fervour and enjoys great popularity.

Mentioned: {SABCL 8} 404-06 {SABCL 17} 371-72

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