Narayana Guru with Chattampi Swami and Teerthapadar

Sometime before 1884, Narayana guru left his home in search of spiritual knowledge, and achieved his goal of self-realization. During his wanderings, he came into contact with Chattampi Swami, who had been his senior at Karunagapally. Chattampi Swami is said to have greatly influenced Narayana Guru's thinking.