12th Thirumurai is a collection of sacred texts in Tamil that are considered foundational to the Saiva religion. These texts are revered for their divine nature and are said to contain many miracles. The Periyapuranam, in particular, is a compilation of biographical accounts of the sixty-three Nayanars, the poet-saints of Shaivism. It provides detailed narratives of their lives and the miracles they performed in devotion to Lord Shiva.

The Thirumurai texts were initially transmitted orally through rhythmic chants and were instrumental in propagating the Shaiva faith. With the advent of printing, these texts were transcribed into book form, making them more accessible to the general public. However, due to the high cost of paper and printing, the price of these books remains relatively high, limiting their availability to the common man. Nevertheless, numerous websites now offer these texts in digital form, allowing readers to explore the diverse range of Thirumurai literature. While every effort is made to maintain accuracy, occasional errors may occur. Corrections and updates to the original texts are always welcomed.

For those seeking to read the Thirumurai texts, various websites such as projectmadurai.org and shaivam.org provide online versions of these sacred books. We express our gratitude to the individuals behind these websites for their invaluable contributions.

In our pursuit of accuracy, we encourage readers to notify us of any errors they may come across. Immediate action will be taken to rectify these errors and ensure the availability of error-free original texts.