The female Alvar (saint) of Sri Vaishnava tradition, considered an avatar of Bhudevi (Lakshmi). Her works Tiruppavai and Nachiyar Tirumoli are central to Tamil Vaishnava devotion. She represents the passionate longing of the soul for union with the divine (Vishnu/Ranganatha).
Young woman, dark complexion. Often depicted with a parrot. Crowned, holding a garland. Sometimes shown merging with Ranganatha. Devoted, loving expression.