Kinchitkaram - Quiz 2

There are a total of 106 Divadesams available on Earth.

Ramanujar did Teertha Kainkaryam to Devaperumal in Kanchipuram.

The correct answer is 40. This means that there are a total of 40 Chozha Nattu Divya Desams.

Pillai Urangavalli Dasar was a disciple of Swamy Ramanuja who was deeply captivated by the beauty of his own wife's eyes before he became a disciple.

The correct answer includes the names of Periya Nambigal, Periya Tirumalai Nambigal, Thirumalai Andan, Tirukoshtiyur Nambi, and Tiruvaranga Perumal Arayar as the Acharyas of Swamy Ramanujar.

Periya Tirumalai Nambigal provided the Sri Ramayana Discourse to Swamy Ramanujar.

Andal is the correct answer because she was the wife of Sri Koorathazhvan. Andal is also known as Goda Devi and is revered as a saint and poet in the Vaishnavite tradition. She is famous for her compositions, especially the Tiruppavai and Nachiar Tirumozhi, which are considered sacred texts in South Indian classical music. Andal's devotion to Lord Vishnu and her love for him are widely celebrated and she is considered a divine incarnation.

Swamy Ramanujar most liked the pasuram "Undu Madagalitran."

Kulasekara Azhwar is the correct answer because "Tiruvithuva Kodu" is one of the 108 Divya Desam (sacred temples) and Kulasekara Azhwar is known for his mangalasasanam (hymns of praise) dedicated to these temples. Therefore, it can be inferred that Kulasekara Azhwar did the mangalasasanam of "Tiruvithuva Kodu".

Swamy Ramanujar is the correct answer because he is a renowned Hindu theologian, philosopher, and the most important exponent of the Sri Vaishnavism tradition. He composed numerous hymns and poems in praise of deities, including the hymn mentioned in the question. His contributions to the Bhakti movement and his teachings on devotion and surrender to Lord Vishnu have had a significant impact on the Hindu religious and philosophical landscape.

Vaikasi Rohini is the birth star of Tirukoshtiyur Nambi. The birth star, also known as nakshatra, represents the position of the moon at the time of a person's birth. In this case, Tirukoshtiyur Nambi's birth star is Vaikasi Rohini.

Nammazhwar is the correct answer because Tirukkurunkudi Nambi was born as Nammazhwar. Nammazhwar is one of the twelve Azhwars, who were Tamil poet-saints and devotees of Lord Vishnu. Nammazhwar is known for his devotional hymns called "Tiruvaymozhi," which are considered as the essence of the Vedas. He is also considered as the chief among the Azhwars and is highly revered in the Vaishnavite tradition.

Kidambi Achan performed Tirumadapalli kainkaryam to Swamy Ramanujar, which means he cooked food for Swamy Ramanujar.

"Nanmukan Tiruvanthathi" is a collection of divine hymns composed by Nammalvar, one of the twelve Alvars in the Vaishnavite tradition of South India. It consists of 96 pasurams, which are devotional songs or verses dedicated to Lord Vishnu. These pasurams are highly revered and are considered to be a significant part of Tamil literature and religious practices.

Swamy Ramanujar is the correct answer because he is known for writing the Vedartha Sankraham. He was a prominent theologian, philosopher, and exponent of Sri Vaishnavism. Vedartha Sankraham is one of his important works, which provides a concise summary and explanation of the Vedanta philosophy. It is highly regarded among scholars and followers of Sri Vaishnavism.

Uyyakondar was born in Tiruvellarai.

Sri Parasara Bhatar corrected a person named "Vedanthi" and led him to Sri Vaishnavism.

Nanjeeyar composed "Onbathaayira Padi" Vyakyanam.

Swamy Nammazhvar is called "Dheerga Chintayanti" because he is known for his deep contemplation and profound thoughts. He was a prominent saint and poet in the Vaishnavite tradition, who composed devotional hymns in Tamil. His poems reflect his intense devotion to Lord Vishnu and his profound philosophical insights. The title "Dheerga Chintayanti" highlights his ability to engage in long and profound contemplation on spiritual matters.

Periyavachan Pillai is called "Abhaya Pratha Rajar".

Peyazhwar is the amsam (incarnation) of Emperuman's Nanthagam (Divine Sword).

The correct answer is 500. This implies that there are 500 sargas in Sri Ramayanam. A sarga refers to a chapter or section in the epic. Therefore, Sri Ramayanam consists of 500 chapters or sections.

The Thaniyan "Pitamahasyapi Pitamahaya" refers to Periya Tirumalai Nambigal.

Alavandar was the Acharyan of "Sri Diyva Vaari Andan".

Swamy Ramanujar established 52 Sishyas to perform Kainkaryam to Tiru Naranan. This means that he had 52 disciples who were dedicated to serving and worshipping Tiru Naranan. These disciples were likely trained and guided by Swamy Ramanujar in the rituals and practices of Kainkaryam.