The song "Pazhanimala Kovilile Palkavadi" is a popular devotional Tamil song, typically dedicated to Lord Murugan (also known as Subrahmanya, Kartikeya, or Pazhani Andavar). The phrase "Palkavadi" refers to Lord Murugan's divine spear or lance (Vel), which he used to vanquish demons. "Pazhanimala Kovil" refers to the famous Palani Murugan temple, one of the six abodes (Arupadaiveedu) of Lord Murugan.