Quote by Thirumoolar: “Worship not the idol, but the love in all hearts.”

This spiritual directive encourages people to look beyond external symbols of worship and recognize the divine presence within every individual. It promotes compassion and unity, suggesting that true devotion lies in honoring the universal spirit of love and connection to others.

As a Siddhar, Thirumoolar often challenged conventional religious practices, emphasizing direct spiritual realization. His philosophy encouraged devotees to find the divine not just in temples, but in the innate goodness and love shared among humanity.

Ancient Tamil Shaivite mystic and yogi whose 3,000-verse Tirumantiram is one of the foundational texts of Tamil Shaiva Siddhanta philosophy. Believed to have lived between the fifth and seventh centuries CE in Tamil Nadu, he is counted among the eighteen Siddhas — enlightened spiritual masters — in the Tamil tradition. His work integrates yoga, mysticism, and devotional practice with unusual philosophical sophistication.