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91: Andal - The Girl Who Wore the Garland Before She Offered It
Every morning, Vishnuchittan strung fresh garlands for Vishnu and placed them on the deity.His daughter Koodhai had a secret habit.Before he offered each garland, she would wear it herself for a while, imagining she was Vishnu's bride.The day her father found out he was horrified.He threw the worn garland away and offered a fresh one.It fell from the deity.He placed Koodhai's worn garland instead.Vishnu turned to gold.New story every day.Follow so you never miss one.
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