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Thirukkannapuram is a small town in the Nagapattinam district. The last Azhwar, Thirumangai Azhwar, had a special affection and profound love for the Lord of this place, Sowrirajan. He expressed his devotion through many Madals (verses of complaints) in nayika bhavam (assuming himself to be a heroine). This interesting episode took place in Thirukkannapuram, which is also known as "keezha veedu" (while Srirangam is referred to as "mela veedu") in the Srivaishnavasampradhayam. During the Chola rule, the kingdom was under attack, and the ruthless attackers destroyed all temples on their way. The people of Thirukkannapuram received news that their town was next in line to be attacked. At that time, the arayar (temple singer) of the temple, Thirukkannapuram Arayar Swamigal, went to the Lord, seeking protection for the land. However, since the Lord could not verbally respond from the archa thirumeni (sanctum sanctorum), he remained silent, which made Arayar Swamigal fur