(i) The Āzhvār says, “May this state of affairs flourish!” thrice over, after the Vedic pattern of “Śāntiḥ, Śāntiḥ, Śāntiḥ”.
(ii) All sins, however, deadly, having been destroyed, there is no question of the Subjects going to hell and hence, there is no work for Yama, so far as the denizens of this abode are concerned.
(iii) Even Kali Puruṣa will soon become defunct-this
In this inaugural pāśuram of the second chapter, our revered Āzhvār, beholding the magnificent and ever-increasing assembly of bhāgavathas who are sustained by Sarveśvaran Himself, is moved to perform a heartfelt maṅgaḷāśāsanam (benedictory well-wishes) for their continued prosperity. This sublime sight marks a turning point, a spiritual revolution on earth, which