maraiyodhum
மறை ஓதும்Who chant the Vedas
Meaning
This word describes individuals who recite or chant the Vedas, the sacred Hindu scriptures. It typically appears in lyrics to characterize sages (gnaniyar) or devotees (adiyaar) as learned and pious, often in the context of their ability to perceive or be blessed by a deity. The term highlights their spiritual wisdom and adherence to scriptural tradition.
In the songs
Unnai maraiyodhum gnaniyar mattume kanbaar
Only the wise sages who chant the Vedas can see you.
Kurai Ondrum Illai · C. Rajagopalachari
Maraiyodhum adiyaarai manadhendhi ugandharulpavan
He who blesses the devotees who chant the Vedas, keeping them in his heart.
Sutri Varugudhu Vel · Madurai R. Muralidaran
Maraiyodhum adiyaarai manadhendhi ugandharulpavan
He who blesses the devotees who chant the Vedas, keeping them in his heart.
Sutri Varugudhu Vel · Madurai R. Muralidaran
Maraiyodhum adiyaarai manadhendhi ugandharulpavan
He who blesses the devotees who chant the Vedas, keeping them in his heart.
Sutri Varugudhu Vel · Madurai R. Muralidaran