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‘Bhakti’ means devotion to the supreme being. Bhakti is found in a variety of practices, faiths, and movements. Many saints participated in and contributed to the Bhakti movement. These saints promoted devotion to God, regardless of caste or background. In this section, we shall discuss the saints of the Bhakti Movement<\/strong><\/a> who inspired the movement’s goals through their actions. Learning about the saints of the Bhakti Movement can help you understand more about these personalities. Questions related to this subject can also appear in competitive exams such as  UPSC<\/strong><\/a>, SSC<\/strong><\/a> and EPFO<\/strong>. So, if you want to enhance your knowledge about India\u2019s religious history, then this blog is for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Saints of South Bhakti Movement<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Bhakti movement originated primarily in South India among Alvaras and Nayanars<\/strong><\/a>. Alvaras are devotees of Lord Vishnu, whereas Nayanars are devotees of Lord Shiva. We’ve talked about them in depth below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alvaras<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Alvars were Tamil poet-saints who worshipped Lord Vishnu. There were 12 Alvaras who lived between the 6th and 9th centuries. They wrote hymns in praise of Vishnu and later compiled the Divya Prabandham. The following are some of the notable alvaras.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Nammalvar<\/strong>: He is regarded as the first Alavar, with content deeply rooted in devotion to Vishnu.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Andal:<\/strong> Andal is the only female Alvara who composed Tiruppavai and Nachiyar Tirumozhi to convey devotion to Lord Vishnu. She is regarded as a symbol of divine love and devotion.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Periyalvar:<\/strong> Periyalvar is Andal’s foster father, and his writings primarily praised Lord Vishnu’s childhood.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Also Read: <\/strong>Who Started Bhakti Movement? <\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Nayanar<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Nayanars were Tamil poets and saints who worshipped Lord Shiva. They lived between the 6th and 8th centuries, and their compositions were compiled in the Tirumurai. There were a total of 63 Nayanars, with a few of the most notable listed below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Sundarar:<\/strong> He is noted for his personal connection with Shiva, and his hymns are marked by emotional intensity and dedication.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Manikkavacakar: <\/strong>Manikkavacakar is well-known for his book Tiruvacakam, a classic of devotional Tamil literature.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Appar:<\/strong> Appar played a prominent role in reviving Shaivism in Tamil Nadu, and his hymns express his struggles against Jainism.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Saints of North Bakti Movement<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      The Northern Bhakti Movement was influenced by the spread of Islam in India. The Bhakti movement was heavily influenced by Islam’s core values of brotherhood, belief in a single god, and rejection of the caste system. We have included some of the most prominent saints of the North Bhakti movement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Kabirdas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Kabir<\/strong> was a known saint of the Bhakti Movement. He was born into a Muslim family, yet his teachings extended beyond religious borders. His verses are known as ‘Kabir ke Dohe’.<\/p>\n\n\n

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      \"Kabirdas\"
      Source: Rudraksha Ratna<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n