2.2.3 - Women devotees
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Who is Andal and what is her significance?
💡 Hint: Think about how she expressed her devotion through her compositions.
What path did Karaikkal Ammaiyar choose?
💡 Hint: Consider what this reveals about her commitment and societal norms.
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Who was Andal?
💡 Hint: Think about her major contributions and how she is represented in bhakti literature.
True or False: Karaikkal Ammaiyar was known for her luxurious lifestyle.
💡 Hint: Reflect on her commitment to spirituality over societal roles.
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Discuss the societal impact of bhakti saints like Andal and Karaikkal Ammaiyar on contemporary views of gender roles in spirituality.
💡 Hint: Consider modern parallels in the fight for gender equality.
Illustrate how the literary contributions of women in bhakti movements have shaped our understanding of religious devotion.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how these contributions hold significance across different belief systems.
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