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Known as Appar or "Father," he is an older contemporary of Sambandar. Before his conversion, Appar was a Jain ascetic named Marulneekkiyar. After a severe illness, he returned to Shaivism, leading to persecution by Jain kings. Despite being tortured, his faith remained unshaken, and he composed profoundly philosophical yet simple hymns. Sambandar affectionately called him Appar, meaning "father," a name that has stuck ever since. His songs (Thirumurais 4–6) emphasize humility, service, and the immense grace of Shiva. thevaram tamil pdf %7CBEST%7C