A History of South India from Prehistoric Times to the Fall of Vijayanagar c12.28
A History of South India from Prehistoric Times to the Fall of Vijayanagar c12.28
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c12.28
Ādan's son was Perunjēral Irumporai (c. 190) renowned for his overthrow of the stronghold of Tagaḍūr (Dharmapuri in Salem district), the seat of the power of the Adigaimān chieftains. He is also said to have subjugated a rebellious shepherd leader named Kaḷuvuḷ and captured his fortress. He was learned, performed many sacrifices and begat heroic sons worthy of succeeding him. His wise and righteous conduct was such as to induce his purohit to renounce the things of the world and retire to a life of asceticism.