The Worship and Faith of the people of Kurinji Land

Abstract

The Tamil people had some very different customs because of their place of residence and for other reasons. What occupies an indispensable place in them is faith and the worship associated with it. Rather than saying that all this arose at the time of man's birth, it is the experiences of life that give rise to man's faith and worship. When beliefs have persisted for ages, they form a tradition. When all these traditions come together, it forms the ground in the name of culture. During the Sangam age, religious development was only significant. Religion was a way of life, but it did not grow into an institution and dominate society. The wisemen thought of this world, the hereafter, existing life, rebirth, heaven, hell, impermanence, salvation, and the fruits of action. On that day, Gods like Shiva, Thirumal, Murugan, Balaraman, Kotravai, and Thirumagal were introduced. People understood that they were gods, worshipped them with love, and lived. Thus, this article summarizes the worship of the people of Kurinji and their beliefs.