Saint Avvaiyer ji
While Avvaiyar was traveling inside a forest, Shri Karhikeya, appeared as a small boy, sitting on top of a tree laden with sweet fruits.
Avvaiyar was passing by the tree, and her mind was engrossed in some deep thoughts and she never saw this boy who was up the tree.
The boy called Avvaiyar, and asked her whether she wanted any of the tasty fruits, which he was ready to pluck and throw to her. Avvaiyar asked the boy not to disturb her as she was introspecting on some high divine aspects and thoughts
The boy persisted in his request
and asked her whether she wanted the fruits , Hot or Cold . Avvaiyar got irritated when she heard this request of this boy, and asked him, how a fruit which was in the tree could be Hot or Cold.
Avvaiyar half heartedly said to the boy to throw to her , a Cold fruit. The boy with a trick in mind deliberately threw the fruit, not into her hand, but on a heap of sand nearby
Avvaiyar, angrily went to the spot where the fruit fell , picked it up, and with her mouth blew the sand which was sticking on the fruit.
On seeing this act of Avvaiyar, the boy mischeivously asked her , whether the fruit was Hot, to which she replied in the negative. The boy asked her why she was blowing the fruit to cool it , if it was not hot.
“What you have learned is a mere handful, what you haven’t learned is the size of the world.”
― Saint Avvaiyer ji
Suddenly Avvaiyar realized that this boy was no ordinary human, and Karthikeya revealed to her His Divine Form. Avaaiyar , fell at the feet of Karthikeya and thanked Him for making her realize and see her Ego. Avvaiyar prayed to Karthikeya to remove the Ego , which was a hindrance to her path of Ascent.
Many other wonderful incidents happened in her life and many miracles occurred by her prayer to the Divine
Avvaiyar,an ardent devotee of Shri Ganesha, performed pujas to him.She heard that Sundarar , another Shiva devotee had started to Kailash. Avvaiyar too wanted to join him and reach Kailash, the abode of Shiva.
With this thought in mind, she started performing Sri Ganesh Puja in a hurried manner. Sri Ganesha appeared before her and asked her why she was performing the puja to Him in a hurried manner today. Avvaiyar replied that Sundarar had started for Kailash and that she wanted to join him and thus was performing her puja a hurried manner.
Sri Ganesha said to Avvaiyar to perform puja to Him in a slow manner with full involvement and one mindedness and promised her that at the end of the puja , He will take her to Kailash before everyone. Avvaiyar performed the puja with full faith and as promised at the end of the puja , Sri Ganesha , lifted her up and took her to Kailash
(The real meaning is Sri Ganesha revealed to her Kundalini Yoga , and made her reach Sahasrara , to merge with the Divine couple ( Sada Shiva and Adi Sakthi). Having experienced the Divine Yoga ( Kundalini Yoga) , Avvaiyar rendered VINAYAKA AGAVAL , explaining the Divine form of Shri Ganesha, and how Ganesha came to her in the form of a mother and showered Grace , revealing Kundalini Yoga and she also beautifully explains the functioning of the chakras, nadis and the Kundalini instrument and blessing of this Supreme Yoga.
Mataji united with lord ganesha
“This chaitanya has many aspects . In Shri Ganesha, specially, it is auspiciousness. Everything that emits vibrations (Chaitanya) is SHUDH and whatever does not is not auspicious. So whatever you worship or accept has to be auspicious. Every shape has a coefficience and all the shapes do not necessarily give vibrations. We take Shri Ganesha as granted. We do not understand that we have to awaken Shri Ganesha within us. There is Shri Ganesha already existing In you; as innocence and it cannot be lost, Shri Ganesha is an eternal being.
To keep this Ganesh always shining within us, is to remember that you were made in the same pattern as Shri Ganesha.
His kundalini, his pure desire is on his stomach. It is significant to understand this. It means that he need not have to conquer the temptations of Mooladhara. He is also beyond temptations of food, power etc. Because His stomach represents absolute abandonment and freedom. He is not worried about his looks. Shri Ganesha accepts it. The head of the elephant suggests that HE is not like a human being who develops ego & super-ego. He is all the time one with the Divine. He accepts his body, his head, & everything that he is made of. He is what He is because He is a satisfied soul. The Kundalini on the stomach shows a completely self contented, satisfied personality of Shri Ganesha. When you have all the powers with you, you know you are powerful. Then you don’t hanker after all these things & you dont make an impression on others.
As you are created in the same image of Shri Ganesha you have to understand that you have to accept whatever God has given you
Immortal Works of Avvaiyar
Aathichudi: Avvaiyar’s most famous work, Aathichudi, is a collection of 109 short verses that impart moral and ethical values. Written in simple language, it serves as a guide for children and adults alike, offering wisdom on how to lead a virtuous life.
Kondrai Vendhan: This work is a collection of 82 verses praising Lord Ganesha. Avvaiyar’s devotion to Pillaiyar is evident in the heartfelt poems where she extols His qualities and seeks His blessings.
Vinayagar Agaval: Perhaps her most profound piece of devotion, Vinayagar Agaval, is a 100-verse poem dedicated entirely to Lord Ganesha. In this composition, Avvaiyar elucidates the spiritual journey and seeks Ganesha’s grace in attaining wisdom and salvation.
Muthurai: Avvaiyar’s Muthurai is a collection of ten verses, each dedicated to a different aspect of life. These verses are filled with philosophical insights and practical advice.
Source: divineindians, cultureandheritage
Saint Avvaiyer Ji: Life, Wisdom, and Tamil Literary Legacy
Saint Avvaiyer Ji is remembered as one of the most respected women poet-saints of Tamil culture. The commonly used spelling is Avvaiyar, and the name is understood as a title meaning a respected or wise elderly woman. Tamil tradition remembers more than one Avvaiyar from different periods, but all are honoured for wisdom, moral teaching, poetry, and devotion. Her legacy continues to guide children, students, families, and seekers through simple yet powerful words.
Saint Avvaiyer Ji is especially loved because her teachings are easy to understand. She did not write only for scholars or royal courts. Her verses reached ordinary people and became part of daily learning in Tamil homes and schools. Works such as Aathichudi, Kondrai Vendhan, Moodhurai, and Nalvazhi are associated with the later Avvaiyar tradition and are still valued for ethical guidance. These writings teach discipline, kindness, humility, truth, education, and respect for elders.
Saint Avvaiyer Ji gave Tamil society a practical path of moral living. Her short lines carry deep meaning, often teaching children how to become good human beings before becoming successful people. She encouraged anger control, charity, helpfulness, learning, and righteous action. Her wisdom shows that character is the foundation of life. Wealth, beauty, and power may fade, but good conduct creates lasting honour.
Saint Avvaiyer Ji is also connected with devotion, especially in works and traditions linked with Lord Ganesha. Devotees remember her as a poet whose words carried both intelligence and spiritual sweetness. Her poetry shows that devotion does not need complicated language. A pure heart, clear thought, and sincere expression can turn simple words into sacred instruction.
Saint Avvaiyer Ji holds an important place among women in Indian literary history. In a time when many literary traditions were dominated by men, Avvaiyar became a symbol of female wisdom, courage, and public respect. She is remembered not only as a poet but also as a moral guide whose words shaped generations. Her life inspires girls and women to value learning, confidence, and spiritual strength.
Saint Avvaiyer Ji remains relevant today because society still needs simple moral clarity. Modern life gives information quickly, but wisdom grows through practice. Her teachings remind people to speak gently, control ego, help others, honour parents, learn daily, and avoid harmful habits. These values are useful in homes, schools, workplaces, and public life.
Saint Avvaiyer Ji stands as a timeless voice of Tamil wisdom. Her legacy teaches that poetry can educate, devotion can purify, and moral instruction can build society. For modern readers, her message is clear: live simply, learn sincerely, respect others, serve with kindness, and let good conduct become the real measure of greatness.
Saint Avvaiyer Ji continues to shine through Tamil literature, school lessons, devotional memory, and cultural pride. Her words remain alive because they are practical, pure, and universal.
