THIRUMOOLAR
SIDDHAR
• Author of Tirumanthiram
• • Yogi of the Highest Order
• • Master of Yoga & Shaiva Siddhanta
• • One of the 18 Siddhars
Thirumoolar revealed the timeless wisdom of Tirumanthiram, a scripture that integrates Saiva Siddhanta, yoga, mantra, and spiritual realization for the upliftment of humanity.
Anbe Sivam –
Love is Shiva.
– Tirumanthiram
Who Was Thirumoolar?
Thirumoolar is one of the greatest Siddhars and a supremely realized yogi. According to tradition, he came from the North as a yogi. Seeing a herd of cows weeping for their herdsman, he entered the herdsman’s body to comfort them. He emerged in that body and lived in the South, teaching profound spiritual truths for the upliftment of humanity.
- Great Yogi & Siddhar
- Author of Tirumanthiram
- Expounder of Saiva Siddhanta
- Master of Yoga, Mantra & Jnana
- Lived in Chidambaram (Thillai)
Who Was Thirumoolar?
Thirumoolar is one of the greatest Siddhars and a supremely realized yogi. According to tradition, he came from the North as a yogi. Seeing a herd of cows weeping for their herdsman, he entered the herdsman’s body to comfort them. He emerged in that body and lived in the South, teaching profound spiritual truths for the upliftment of humanity.
Great Yogi &
Siddhar
Author of
Tirumanthiram
Expounder of
Saiva Siddhanta
Master of Yoga,
Mantra & Jnana
Lived in
Chidambaram
(Thillai)
Contributions of Thirumoolar
YOGA
Explained the path of yoga in detail including eight limbs, breath control and meditation.
SAIVA SIDDHANTA
Revealed the truths of Saiva Siddhanta, the nature of Siva and the soul.
MANTRA & DHYANA
Emphasized the power of mantra, meditation and inner worship for spiritual realization.
HOLISTIC LIVING
Taught righteous living, compassion, love, non-violence and self discipline.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Spoke about the body as a temple and the importance of food, breath and balance.
SPIRITUAL TRANSFORMATION
Guided seekers to transcend ego and realize the ultimate truth.
Major Work And Teachings Of Thirumoolar
TIRUMANTHIRAM
A timeless treasure of 3000 verses. It covers yoga, mantra, universe, ethics, philosophy, and the path to realize Shiva (Siva).
TIRUMANTHIRAM
A timeless treasure of 3000 verses. It covers yoga, mantra, universe, ethics, philosophy, and the path to realize Shiva (Siva).
Love (Anbu) is the path to Siva.
The body is the temple; keep it pure.
Control the breath, control the mind.
Meditate within; Siva resides in you
See Siva in all beings; that is true wisdom.
Ego is the veil; dissolve it through grace.
Some Sacred Places Associated With Thirumoolar
Chidambaram
(Tillai)
Where he attained enlightenment.
Perur, Coimbatore
Associated with his presence and teachings.
Kailasa
(By Tradition)
His spiritual origin.
Various
Shiva Temples
Where his wisdom continues to guide.
LEGACY OF THIRUMOOLAR
Thirumoolar's Tirumantiram is one of the most revered scriptures in Tamil spiritual literature. It continues to guide yogis, seekers, and scholars across centuries. His teachings integrate devotion, wisdom, and yoga, showing the path from the individual soul to union with the Supreme.
Guides Yogis & Spiritual Seekers
Foundation of Yoga in Tamil Tradition
Key Scripture of Shaiva Siddhanta
Timeless Wisdom for Humanity
Integrates Devotion, Wisdom & Yoga
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Siddhargal – 18 Mandabam
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“In the silence of the mind, Siva is revealed.” – Thirumoolar
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