Avathārikai (Introduction)
In the preceding pāśuram, the Āzhvār offered a profound prayer: "eRRaikkum kaṇḍukoL kaṇḍāy kadal vaṇṇa yān unnaik kaṇḍu koLkirkumĀRu" (O Lord, You whose complexion is like the ocean! You must ensure that I am able to behold You for all time). In response to this deeply moving supplication, Emperumān, in His infinite grace, blessed