avatārikai (Introduction)
In the preceding pāśuram, the revered Āzhvār revealed the profound truth that when it comes to the sacred duty of protecting His followers, our merciful Emperumān, Sriman Nārāyaṇa, is not constrained by any particular method or path. His grace flows freely and adapts to the needs of the surrendered soul. Now, in this exquisite pāśuram,