Andal Amma, also known as Goddess Andal, is a revered Tamil saint and poetess of the 9th century. She is considered an incarnation of Bhudevi, the Earth goddess, and a significant devotee of Lord Vishnu. Andal is best known for her devotional poems, particularly Tiruppavai, which express her deep love and devotion to Vishnu. She is the only female among the 12 Alvars, a group of saints who spread the Bhakti movement in South India. Her devotion and writings continue to be celebrated in Vaishnavite temples, especially during the Tamil month of Margazhi.
