In Kali Yuga, Namasankirtana is a sure route to salvation, say the scriptures and in keeping with this advice, Andal entreats the devotees to chant His names and become recipients of His grace. In a practically appealing manner, Andal's Tiruppavai emphasises the goal of life and the means for attaining it. Acharyas and interpreters have delved deep into these verses to unravel the esoteric and philosophical essence of this pursuit — the subject matter of the Upanishads — which is well woven in them, pointed out Gomatam Sri Sampathkumarachar in a lecture.