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Every winter morning, Priya woke before dawn to sing Thiruppavai with her grandmother, their voices weaving through ancient Tamil verses. Her grandmother rewarded her dedication with small ANDAL coins, each one stamped with the divine maiden's image. These weren't mere tokens. They represented something deeper—a bridge between generations, a tangible reminder that devotion held value. Priya collected them carefully, understanding that these social rewards acknowledged her commitment to their traditions. Years later, Priya taught her own daughter the same songs, gifting her the coins her grandmother once gave her. In that moment, she realized the true treasure wasn't the coins themselves, but the unbroken chain of love and heritage they represented.