(i) (The earthly relations flock, in strength, to those enjoying wealth and opulence, just to grab whatever they can. These are veritable parasites, putting on the garb of well-wishers and benefactors and are least dependable. On the other hand, the Lord succours even those who are sceptical and entertain doubts about His strength and dispensation. Sugrīva’s attitude towards
In this second pāsūram, the Āzhvār emphatically instructs the soul to turn away from discardable, worldly connections and instead to firmly hold unto the lotus feet of the son of Daśaratha, whose very nature is to be benevolent towards His devotees. He contrasts those who merely feign beneficence for their own selfish gain with the Supreme Lord, who is solely focused