Selection and Final Round Details

Selection Period

• Dates: From 15th April 2025 to 24th April 2025.
• During this period, the judging panel will evaluate the submissions and publish the names of the selected students on the official website.

Final Round

• Date: The final round will be conducted on 3rd May 2025.
• Venue: Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation (APU).
• The competition will proceed based on the respective categories of the participants.

Rules for the Final Round

• The rules for the final round will be announced on the official website along with the list of selected students.

e-Certificates

• All selected participants will receive an e-certificate in recognition of their achievement.
• Certificates will be sent via email or WhatsApp.

Why Participate?

• This event is an excellent opportunity to showcase your talents and gain recognition.
• Additionally, all participants will earn points for the school outreach activity.

Category 1: (Under 6 years old)

1. Thiruvilanga Sivayoga
2. Agaval Lines 1-10
3. Gyana Marundham Marundu – Sukham

Category 2: (Age: 7 to 9)

1. Anbenum Pidiul Akappadum Malaiye
2. Ambalavar Vandhaar Yedru Chinnam Pidi
3. Petra Thaai Than Magan Marandhaalum

Category 3: (Age: 10 to 12)

1. Appa Naan Venduthal Khedarul Puridhal Vendum
2. Thirukathavam Thiravaayo Thiragalellam Thavirthe
3. Orumaiyudan Ninadhu Thirumalaradi Ninakkindra

Category 4: (Age: 13 to 15)

1. Thaayakith Thandaiyumaith Thaangkukindra Theivam
2. Arutsudare Arutjothi Sivamae
3. Potrinin Paerarul Potrinin Perunseer

Category 5: (Above 16 years old)

1. Vaanaththil Meethu Mayiladak Kandein
2. Ninaindhu Ninaindhu Unarnthu Unarthu Negizhthu
3. Kairaivinma Maayai Karumperum Thiraiyāl

Group 1 (Under 6 years old)

Song 1:

Explanation:

In this song, through the grace of the divine, all the aspects of Siva Yoga, the state of Siva Jnana, and the experience of Sivam are illuminated. The divine dance of Sivam shines brightly in the sacred temple. Grace, as a nurturing mother, supports all life, emotions, and the world. The flourishing branch of Siva symbolizes the divine path and acts as a true source of support.

Song 2:

Arutperun Jothi Arutperun Jothi (1)
Arutperun Jothi Arutperunjothi (2)

Arut Siva Nerisaar Arutperu Nilai Vaal (3)
Arut Siva Pathiyam Arutperunjothi (4)

Aagam Mudimel Aarana Mudimel (5)
Aaga Nindru Oangiya Arutperunjothi (6)

Iha Nilai Porulaayi Paranilai Porulaayi (7)
Aka Marap Porundhiya Arutperunjothi (8)

Enam Indri Eka Parathu Irandhin Met Porulaai (9)
Aanal Indru Oangiya Arutperunjothi (10)

Explanation:
In this song, the divine light (Arutperunjothi) that stands firm in the path of divine grace (Arut Siva Neri) shines as the foundation across all states. It transcends the Agama (Tamil Saiva scripture) and Aarnam (Upanishads), and shines as the divine light that surpasses both the material world and the spiritual realm. Divine grace harmonizes all states and stands elevated.

Song 3:

Nyana Marundhim Marundhu - Sukham
Nalkiya Sirchabaa Naatha Marundhu. (Pallavi)

Arutperun Jothi Marundhu - Ennai
Aindhuzhil Seidha Kallitha Marundhu
Porutperum Pogha Marundhu - Ennai
Puraththum Akaththum Punarntha Marundhu. (Nyana Marundhim)

Ellam Sey Valla Marundhu - Ennul
Endrum Vidamal Inikku Marundhu
Sollal Alavaa Marundhu - Suyach
Jothi Arutperun Jothi Marundhu. (Nyana Marundhim)

Explanation:
In this song, the divine light (Arutperunjothi) is worshipped as an elixir. It eliminates the suffering of the five senses and grants comfort, providing both material well-being and spiritual peace. It integrates both inner and outer worlds and represents divine grace, capable of accomplishing all things.

Group 2 (Age: 7 to 9)

Song 1:

Anbenum Pidiyul Akappadum Malaiye
     Anbenum Kudilpukum Arase

Anbenum Valaikku Uttpadubaram Porule
     Anbenum Karaththamar Amuthe

Anbenum Kadaththul Adangidum Kadale
     Anbenum Uyirolir  Arive

Anbenum Anuvul Amaindha Peroliye
     Anburuvaam Parasivame

Explanation:
In this song, the path to attaining the supreme truth and divine Sivam through love is explained. Love manifests as a flower, a home, a compassion, a great light, an ocean, and the profound essence of life. God resides in all beings in the form of love.

Song 2:

Arutperun Jothi Arutperun Jothi (1)
     Arutperun Jothi Arutperunjothi (2)

Arut Siva Nerisaar Arutperu Nilai Vaal (3)
     Arut Siva Pathiyam Arutperunjothi (4)

Aagam Mudimel Aarana Mudimel (5)
     Aaga Nindru Oangiya Arutperunjothi (6)

Iha Nilai Porulaayi Paranilai Porulaayi (7)
     Aka Marap Porundhiya Arutperunjothi (8)

Enam Indri Eka Parathu Irandhin Met Porulaai (9)
     Aanal Indru Oangiya Arutperunjothi (10)

Explanation:
In this song, it describes the divine state through the grace of Ambalavar where both the lesser and greater assemblies (Sirchabai and Porsabhai) can be experienced. Jnana Siddhipuram is described as the place where miracles and siddhis manifest. The coming of our Lord and the divine play (Naadagam) through the grace of Sivam are explained here as a spiritual experience.

Song 3:

Petra Thaai Thanai Maga Marandhaalum
     Pillaiyai Perum Thaai Marandhaalum

Utra Thegaththai Uyir Marandhaalum
     Uyirai Meviya Udal Marandhaalum

Katra Nenjachakam Kalai Marandhaalum
     Kankal Nindri Emaippadhu Marandhaalum

Natravaththavar Ullirundhongum
     Namachivaythai Nan Maravene

Explanation:
In this song, the greatness of the sacred name "Namashivaya" is emphasized. Even if the mother forgets the child, or the soul is separated from the body, or the knowledge and functions of the eyes are lost, the singer asserts that the only thing that remains steadfast in the heart is the remembrance of "Namashivaya." It points to the unforgettable spiritual feeling evoked by the divine name of Sivam. 

Group 3 (Age: 10 to 12)

Song 1

Appa Nan Venduthal Kettu Arulpurithal Vendum
     Aruyirkelaam Nan Anbu Seyal Vendum

Epparum Eppathamum Enganum Nan Senre
     Endhai Ninatharul Pugalai Iyampidal Vendum

Seppatha Melnilai Mel Sutha Siva Markam
     Thigalthongka Arutjothi Seluthidal Vendum

Thappedhum Nan Seyinum Ni Poruthal Vendum
     Thalaivaninaip Piriyatha Nilamaiyum Venduvene

Explanation:
In this song, the singer expresses his devotion and requests from God. He prays to be capable of showing love to all beings in the world and speaks of the desire to praise God's grace wherever he goes. The singer asks for the spread of the pure spiritual path and for God to bear with his mistakes. He seeks to achieve a state of closeness to God, where he never feels separated from the divine.

Song 2

Thirukathavam Thiravayo Thiraikalellam Thavirte
     Thiruvarulam Perunjothith Thiruvuruk Kaatayo

Urukki Amudhu Udredutthe Udamuyirodu Ulamum
     Olimayame Aakkura Meiunarcci Arulayo

Karukkarutha Thani Vadivoi Ninnai Ennudkalanthe
      Kankulpagal Inri Endrum Kalittidach Seiyayo

Seruk Karutha Varkalum Siddhi Puraththarase
     Siddha Sikamaniyen Thirunada Nayakane

Explanation:
In this song, the singer requests God to open the door to divine knowledge (Arutkathavam). He asks for the divine form to be clearly revealed, transforming the body, soul, and mind into light, and for spiritual wisdom (Gyana) to be granted. The singer prays for a blissful state that transcends both day and night and seeks the grace of God as the divine leader who shows mercy and bestows the ultimate spiritual experience.

Song 3

Orumaiyudan Ninadhu Thirumalaradi Ninaikkindra
     Uttamartham Uravum Vendum
Ullonru Vaiththu Puranponru Pesuvar
     Uravukalavamai Vendum
Perumaiperum Ninadhu Pugazh Pesavendum Poi
     Pesa Thiruk Vendum
Perunri Pitithozhuka Vendum Matamana Pey
     Pidiya Thiruk Vendum
Maru Pen Aasaiyai Marakkave Vendum Unai
     Marava Thiruk Vendum
Madhi Vendum Ninkarunai Nidhi Vendum Noyatra
     Vaavil Nan Valaveedum
Dharmamigu Sennaiyid Kantha Kottathul Valar
     Thalamongu Kantha Vele
Thanmukath Thuyyamani Unmukach Saivamani
     Shanmukath Deiva Maniye.

Explanation:
In this song, the Vallarlar presents various spiritual requests to God:

• Uttamartham Uravu: He desires friendship with righteous and divinely loving people.
• Poi Pesaththiruththal: He wishes to lead a life free from falsehood.
• Matamaṉa Pey Piṭiyathiruththal: He asks not to be misled by false desires under the name of religion, and to walk the noble path.
• Maru Pen Asai Marakkavennunai: He seeks to rid himself of desires and illusions and focus solely on God.
• Thirkka Mana Valvil: He requests a life without illness, filled with divine grace and living with righteousness.

This is a prayer for a virtuous, compassionate, and divinely aligned life.

Group 4 (Ages 13 to 15)

Song 1

Thaayagith Thandaiyumaayth Thaangugindra Dheivam
     Thannainigar Illaatha Thaniththalaimaith Dheivam

Vaayaara Vaazhthugindror Manaththamarndha Dheivam
     Malaradiyen Sennimisai Vaiththaperun Dheivam

Kaayaathu Kaniyaagik Kalandhinikkum Dheivam
     Karunainidhith Dheivam Muttrung Kaattuvikkum Dheivam

Seyaga Enaivalarkkum Dheivamaga Dheivam
      Sirchabayil Aaduginra Dheivamathe Dheivam!

Explanation:
This song is part of Vallalar's divine hymns, where he meditates on the supreme divine light, the nature of God. The song praises God's grace as being complete and all-encompassing, portraying God as both a mother and father figure who offers protection and care.

Explanation of Terms:

1. The deity who carries both mother and father
   • God offers love like a mother and protection and goodness like a father. The aspects of motherhood and fatherhood are expressions of divine love.
2. The unique deity who has no equal
   • God is unparalleled and supreme in every aspect. He holds unmatched power in the universe.
3. The deity who blesses the tongue and resides in the heart
   • Those who meditate on God are blessed with divine grace and remain in spiritual bliss.
4. The great deity whose feet are adorned with flowers
   • God’s holy feet are revered, and the act of offering flowers symbolizes the sanctity of His grace.
5. The deity who blends into sweetness, never to decay
   • God's grace remains ever-sweet and undying.
6. The deity of compassion, showing the way to all
   • God is a source of mercy, and His grace is available to everyone equally. He reveals the path to all.
7. The great deity who nurtures me like a child
   • God nurtures and guides us as a compassionate parent does to a child.
8. The deity who dances in the small assembly
   • This refers to God’s divine play, where He brings joy and spiritual peace to His devotees.

Philosophical Interpretation:
This song highlights the many aspects of God’s love, grace, and support. Vallalar views God as the eternal force of compassion, enlightenment, and nurturing, and recognizes the spiritual growth and bliss that His presence brings to life.

Song 2

Arulvilakke arutsudare arutsohichivame
Arulamuthe arulniraive arulvadivaporule

Irulkadinten ulamuzhudum idankonda pathiye
Enarive enuyire enakkiniya urave

Marulkadinta mamaniye matrariyap ponne
Manrilnadam purikinra manavala enakke

Terulalitha thiruvaala gnanuru arulvilakke vaala
Thevanadat tharasenaan seimoliyer arule

Explanation:
This is another divine hymn of Vallalar where he meditates on God's light and grace. The song describes God as the divine essence that brings wisdom, removes ignorance, and offers spiritual light to illuminate the lives of devotees.

Explanation of Terms:

1. Arut Chudare Arut Chodhi Sivamae
   • God is depicted as the ultimate light and the embodiment of divine wisdom, representing eternal enlightenment.
2. Arulamudhe Arulniravae Arulvadivap Porulae
   • God's grace is like a sweet, divine nectar that nourishes the soul and brings unblemished happiness.
3. Irul Kadindhen Ula Muzhudhum Idangonda Pathiye
   • The darkness of ignorance and suffering is removed, and divine light fills the heart with wisdom and peace.
4. Enarive Enuyirae Enakkinya Urave
   • God is the foundation of my knowledge and the essence of my being, always close to me as my spiritual companion.
5. Marul Kadindha Maamaniye Maatraridhaap Ponnae
   • God removes all confusion and illusion, becoming a precious, indestructible jewel in the soul.
6. Manril Nadam Purigindra Manavaalaa Enake
   • God, as the divine dancer, orchestrates the cosmic dance, ensuring spiritual harmony.
7. Therul Alitha Thiruvaalaa Jnaana Uru Arul Vilakke Vaalaa
   • God illuminates the path to wisdom and enlightenment, freeing humanity from suffering.
8. Deiv Nadath Tharasae Naan Sey Mozhi Erarulae
   • God’s actions guide the devotee’s words and actions, imbuing them with divine clarity.

Philosophical Interpretation:
This song emphasizes the divine grace that dispels ignorance and offers spiritual clarity. Vallalar praises God as the source of all wisdom and enlightenment, reflecting on His ability to guide souls to peace and fulfillment.

Song 3

Explanation:
This song reflects Vallalar's reverence for the supreme grace of God, which leads to spiritual liberation and enlightenment. The song depicts God's light as the ultimate force that transcends all levels of spiritual existence.

Philosophical Interpretation:
This hymn explains the boundless grace of God, symbolized as divine light, which guides the soul to spiritual freedom and eternal bliss. Vallalar emphasizes that through God's grace, human beings can transcend the limitations of the material world and achieve true spiritual joy.

Group 5 (Ages 16 and Above)

Song 1

Vaanaththil Meedhu Mayil Aadak Kanden
Mayil Kuyilaa Chutadi - Akkachi
Mayil Kuyilaa Chutadi

Thullalai Vittu Thodanginen Manraadoom
Vallalai Kandenadi - Akkachi
Vallalai Kandenadi

Saathi Samayak Salakkai Vittaen, Arut
Jothiyai Kandenadi - Akkachi
Jothiyai Kandenadi

Poiyai Ozhiththup Purappaten, Manraadoom
Ayyanaik Kandenadi, Akkachi
Ayyanaik Kandenadi

Explanation:

This song beautifully expresses Vallalar’s profound spiritual experiences and divine realization. It reflects his journey toward truth (Sathya), leaving behind the illusions and attachments of worldly life, and emphasizes his attainment of divine grace.

Meaning of the Song:

1. "I saw a peacock dancing in the sky"
   • The vast sky symbolizes the boundless state of the soul, while the peacock's dance represents the ecstasy of divine realization.
   • The sky refers to the infinite soul, and the peacock’s movements illustrate the joy of spiritual awakening.
2. "The peacock sang like a koel"
   • The peacock represents divine bliss, spreading the essence of supreme joy through its dance and song.
   • It signifies the soul reveling in divine ecstasy.
3. "I left behind my restlessness and began"
   • He abandoned the restless and false materialistic life to embark on a higher spiritual path.
   • This transformation leads one toward the realization of truth.
4. "I renounced caste and religious divisions"
   • Vallalar rejected the constraints of caste, religion, and social hierarchies.
   • This reflects his philosophy of Suddha Sanmarkkam, which emphasizes equality and unity among all beings.
5. "I witnessed the divine light of grace"
   • He experienced the Arutperunjothi (the supreme light of grace), which symbolizes God’s all-encompassing love and unity.
   • It marks the direct experience of divine grace and ultimate spiritual realization.
6. "I renounced falsehood and moved forward"
   • He freed himself from the falsehoods and illusions of worldly existence to seek the ultimate truth.
   • This denotes a complete detachment from material desires and the pursuit of spiritual truth.
7. "I saw the merciful Lord and pleaded with Him"
   • He directly perceived the divine and surrendered completely to God’s grace.
   • This reflects a state of profound devotion and a soul’s communion with the divine.

Overall Meaning:

This song highlights Vallalar’s spiritual progress and his merging of the soul with divine grace. It portrays his liberation from the lower states of life (caste, religion, falsehood) and his elevation to the highest spiritual plane through divine realization.

The song serves as a call for all humanity to follow Vallalar’s path, abandon illusions, and attain the ultimate truth of divine grace.

Song 2

Ninainthu Ninainthu Unarnthu Unarnthu Negizhnthu Negizhnthu Anbe
     Nirainthu Nirainthu Uutrezhum Kanneerathanaal Udambu

Nanainthu Nanainthu Arulamudhe Nannidhiye Gnaana
     Nadatharase Enn Urimai Naayagane Endru

Vanainthu Vanainthu Eththuthu Naam Vammin Ulakiyaleer
     Maranamilaap Peruvazhvil Vazhndhidalaam Kandeer

Punainthuraiyen Poipugaleyen Saththiyam Solkindror
     Porchabail Sirchabail Pugundharunam Ithuvae.

Explanation:

This song by Vallalar deeply expresses profound spiritual emotions and the peace of the soul attained through divine experience.

Explanation of the Song:

1. "Reflecting repeatedly and feeling deeply, love emerges."
   • Constant contemplation of God brings realization of His nature (grace and wisdom), softening the mind and filling it with love and compassion.
   • As divine awareness grows, the heart and emotions begin to transform.
2. "Tears overflow and the body is cleansed."
   • Recalling God’s grace fills the heart, causing tears to flow.
   • These tears act as a spiritual purification, cleansing the body and mind.
3. "O Graceful Nectar, Supreme Treasure, King of Knowledge, and My True Lord."
   • Vallalar praises God for His grace, wisdom, and the inner state of bliss (nannidhi).
   • He refers to God as the source of his spiritual authority and the sustainer of his soul.
4. "Let us worship and praise Him, O worldly beings!"
   • Vallalar invites everyone to worship God, seek His grace, and praise Him wholeheartedly.
   • This is a call to abandon worldly attachments and follow the divine path.
5. "One can live a deathless spiritual life."
   • Through God’s grace, one can achieve an immortal spiritual existence.
   • This signifies a life of eternal bliss. [ vallalar does not consider samadhi as the final state- and a state of samadhi (spiritual absorption)]
6. "I do not speak falsely or flatter; I speak the truth."
   • Vallalar asserts that his teachings are truthful and authentic.
   • He emphasizes the path of Samarasa Sanmarkkam, a philosophy of truth and equality.
7. "Entering the divine chamber of grace is the ultimate blessing."
   • Vallalar urges people to worship God and attain a true spiritual state in the divine chamber (Sircabai).
   • The Sircabai represents the inner divine light (Arutperunjothi), which signifies spiritual realization.

Overall Meaning:

This song highlights the greatness of divine grace and the path to attaining that grace. It serves as a wake-up call for humans entangled in worldly life. By understanding the impermanence of life and experiencing the softening and emotions of contemplating the divine, humans can draw closer to the divine's grace. This enables them to attain an immortal spiritual state and live in perfect bliss.

Song 3

Karaivinmaa Maayai Karumberum Thiraiyaal (813)
     Araisathu Maraikkum Arutperunjothi

Peruru Neelap Perunthirai Athanaal (815)
     Aaruyir Maraikkum Arutperunjothi

Pachchai Thiraiyaal Paraveli Athanai (817)
     Achchura Maraikkum Arutperunjothi

Semmai Thiraiyaal Siththuru Veliyaai (819)
     Ammaiyin Maraikkum Arutperunjothi

Ponmai Thiraiyaal Poruluru Veliyaai (821)
     Anmaiyin Maraikkum Arutperunjothi

Venmai Thiraiyaal Meippathi Veliyaai (823)
     Anmaiyin Maraikkum Arutperunjothi

Kalappu Thiraiyaal Karuthu Anubavangalai (825)
     Alappura Maraikkum Arutperunjothi

Vidaiya Nilaiyai Veviyaeru Thiraiyaal (827)
     Adarapura Maraikkum Arutperunjothi

Thathuva Nilaiyalaith Thaniththanith Thiraiyaal (829)
     Aththiram Maraikkum Arutperunjothi

Thiraimaraippellaam Theerthu Aangaangae (831)
     Arasura Kaattum Arutperunjothi

Explanation
This song is a significant part of Vallalar’s "Arutpa," highlighting the obstacles that veil the true nature of the soul. Vallalar illustrates various "curtains" or illusions (maya) that hinder humans from realizing spiritual truth and divine grace.

Meaning of the Song

Maya and Curtains:

In this song, Vallalar describes the distractions, challenges, and illusions encountered in life as various "curtains" that obscure spiritual truth and divine grace.

• Unfathomable Maya (813):

1. • "The vast and boundless maya" refers to the fundamental ignorance (avidya) of human life.
   • Through this, the light of Arutperunjothi (supreme grace) is hidden.

• Blue Curtain (815):

1. • Represents an undisciplined mind entangled in materialistic attachments, deeply concealing the soul’s essence.

• Green Curtain (817):

1. • Denotes ignorance, worldly desires, and mental disturbances, which pose dangers to spiritual progress.

• Red Curtain (819):

1. • Symbolizes familial bonds and emotional ties that distract from the spiritual journey.

• Golden Curtain (821):

1. • Refers to greed for wealth and attachment to material possessions.

• White Curtain (823):

1. • Obscures the soul’s path to truth, representing challenges encountered in the pursuit of enlightenment.

• Mixed Curtain (825):

1. 1. • Represents a blend of thoughts, memories, and sorrows that distort spiritual experiences and redirect focus.

• Worldly and Philosophical Obstacles (827-829):

1. • Refers to the limitations imposed by over-reliance on scientific principles and intellectual ideas that misdirect the soul.

Overall Message

Clearing all these curtains:
Vallalar emphasizes that all these curtains must be removed through the light of divine grace. When the supreme light of Arutperunjothi fully reveals itself to a person, all these obstacles vanish.Through the illumination of true knowledge, Vallalar guides the soul toward complete realization.

Conclusion

This song venerates the magnificence of Arutperunjothi (divine grace) and its power to overcome the obstacles of the spiritual journey. Vallalar reverently highlights the barriers in life and the ultimate ability of divine light to dispel them, leading to the soul's realization of its true essence.