பாம்பட்டி சித்தர்
"இயற்கையின் மொழியை நன்கு அறிந்தவர், பாம்பின் மேதை.”
"இயற்கையின் மொழியை நன்கு அறிந்தவர், பாம்பின் மேதை.”
Pambatti Siddhar, one of the 18 esteemed Siddhars of Tamil Nadu, is known for his deep connection with snakes and the natural world.
His name "Pambatti" means "snake charmer" in Tamil, reflecting his unique bond with these creatures. Pambatti Siddhar's life is filled with stories of his miraculous abilities and profound spiritual insights.
Sri Pambatti siddhar had attained the eight supernatural powers called 'Ashtamasiddhi' after performing penance for a very long time in a cave on Marudamalai, near Coimbatore in Tamil Nadu. Also he lived in places like Mahalingamalai in Vathiraayiruppu, Kollimalai, and Bhavani. One notable aspect of his works are the usage of common slang language to explain complex spiritual experiences and siddhis. He has a flavour for imagination and often mentions that salvation is not possible without love in one's heart. He also has performed pooja and meditated near Holy Marudha Tree (Terminalia arjuna) in Marudamalai by praying to Lord Murugan.
"சீறுபுலி யானை யாளி சிங்க முதலாய்
சிற்றடிக்குக் குற்றேவல் செய்யச் சொல்லுவோம்!
வீறுபெருங் கடவுளை எங்களுடனே
விளையாடச் செய்வோமென் றாடுபாம்பே!"
