The Religious Thoughts of Vallalar and Bharathiyar

Abstract

In the Nineteenth Century in Tamil Nadu, there was a remarkable awakening in the field of religion. A revolution took place all over the country due to the civilised language and cultural projections of foreign rule. Many new creations were created to revive and awaken the slumbering population. There was an awakening, especially in the spiritual world. Two great divisions arose in the spiritual-religious world. They were innovators who wanted to change Tamil society according to the newly spread English education system, culture, and religious objectives. On the other hand, the conservatives started to adhere to a tradition that should not be changed. Both these reactions are disastrous for the country. Therefore, Ramalinga Vallalar said that a conservative is also needed and also the innovative. In both cases, he did religious work with the aim of being a recipient and a pusher. This article examines his religious works and ideas in detail.