Bhakti Blossoms: Tamil Poetry’s Journey into Spiritual Depths, Unraveling Devotion and Cultural Significance

Abstract

Purpose: Tamil Bhakti Poetry is a captivating exploration of devotion and spirituality found within the depths of Tamil literature. Emerging from the Bhakti movement these poetic compositions beautifully delve into themes of profound love and unwavering dedication to deities providing a unique glimpse into the spiritual landscape of historic Tamil Nadu. Methodology: The exploratory research method is used where the relevant information are collected through keyword-based search using search engines like Google, Google Scholar, and AI-driven GPTs and analysed, compared, and evaluated using suitable analysing frameworks. Analysis & Findings: The evolution of Bhakti in Tamil literature mirrors the historical changes of that era nurturing a vibrant tradition of poetic expression. This paper delves into the themes of love and devotion woven within Bhakti poetry analysing the distinctive contributions made by revered poets like the Alvars and Nayanars. Originality/Values: The paper examines how Tamil Bhakti Poetry extends beyond its influence to shape religious practices, and rituals and imbue ancient Tamil society with its spiritual ethos.