Why Tamil is known as the Language of Gods
Tamil is known as “The Language of Gods” because of its rich literary and cultural heritage.
Tamil has been spoken for thousands of years in the southern region of India and is one of the oldest living languages in the world. It has been used as a medium for the expression of the deepest philosophical thoughts and ideas and has produced some of the greatest works of literature in Indian history.
Tamil has been used in the worship of many Hindu deities, and many of the religious texts of the Hindu tradition, such as the Thiruppavai and Thiruvembavai, are written in Tamil. The hymns of the Nayanars, the 63 Tamil saints who were devoted to the worship of Lord Shiva, are also written in Tamil.
Apart from its religious significance, Tamil is also known for its contributions to the fields of science, mathematics, and literature. Some of the greatest works of Tamil literature, such as the Thirukkural, are considered to be works of universal wisdom and are still revered by scholars today.
Overall, Tamil’s rich cultural heritage, religious significance, and contributions to the fields of science, mathematics, and literature have earned it the title “The Language of Gods.”
Here’s a table with 10 of the most important Tamil religious texts and their approximate year of publication:
| Religious Text | Approximate Year of Publication |
| Thirukkural | 1st century BCE |
| Thirumandiram | 10th century CE |
| Thevaram | 7th-8th century CE |
| Divya Prabandham | 8th-9th century CE |
| Thiruppavai | 10th century CE |
| Thiruvembavai | 10th century CE |
| Tirumurai | 7th-10th century CE |
| Nalayira Divya Prabandham | 8th-9th century CE |
| Kamba Ramayanam | 12th century CE |
| Periyapuranam | 13th century CE |
