106 Episodes
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In this episode, we perceive a portrait of a king through the dynamic depiction of his hands, as illustrated in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 14, penned about the Chera King Kadunko Vaazhiyaathan by the poet Kabilar. Set in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'praise of a king', the verse brings in a nuanced contrast in its depiction of a physical feature.
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In this episode, we listen to a description of a king's land, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 13, penned about the Chozha King Mudithalai Koperunarkilli, by the poet Uraiyur Enicheri Mudamosiyaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'praise of a king' and wishes safety for the king, who finds himself in a precarious situation.
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In this episode, we perceive an interesting technique of celebrating a king, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 12, penned about the Pandya King Palyaakasaalai Muthukudumi Peruvazhuthi by the poet Nettimaiyaar. Set in the category of 'Paadan Thinai' or 'praise of a king', the verse brings out the duality in a king's personality.
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In this episode, we perceive the courage, fame and generosity of a king, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 11, penned for the Chera King Paalai Paadiya Perunkadunko, by the poet Peymakal Ilaveyiniyaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'praise of a king' and elaborates the joyous elements in the king's town and the specifics of his rewards to performers.
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In this episode, we learn of the fairness and fame of a king, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 10, penned about the Chozha King Neythalankaanal Ilanchetchenni by the poet Oonpothi Pasunkudaiyaar. Set in the category of 'Paadan Thinai' or 'praise of a king', the verse describes the qualities of justice, hospitality and courage in this king.
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In this episode, we listen to words about a king's nature, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 9, penned about the Pandya King Palyaakasaalai Muthukudumi Peruvazhuthi by the poet Nettimaiyaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'praise of a king' and demonstrates acutely the kind of person the ruler is.
access_time10 months ago
In this episode, we perceive a comparison between the sun and a king, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 8, about the Chera King Kadunko Vaazhiyaathan, sung by the poet Kabilar. Set in the category of 'Paadan Thinai' or 'praise of a king', the verse describes a ruler by outlining his motivations and qualities and placing him in parallel to a celestial object.
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In this episode, we perceive the pitiable state of a king's enemies, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 7, penned for the Chozha king Karikaalan by the poet Karunkuzhal Aathanaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Vanji Thinai' or 'a king's prowess in the battlefield', and depicts the past and present of an enemy nation.
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In this episode, we perceive the fame and glory of a ruler, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 6, penned for the Pandya king Palyaakasaalai Muthukudumi Peruvazhuthi, by the poet Kaari Kizhaar. Set in the category of 'Paadan Thinai' or 'praise of a king', the verse etches a detailed portrait of a monarch and renders blessings unto him.
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In this episode, we listen to words of advice rendered to a king, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 5, penned for the Chera king Karuvooreriya Olvaal Koperuncheral, by poet Nariveroouthalaiyaar. The verse is set in the category of 'Padaan Thinai', praising a king and showing him the way forward.
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In this episode, we perceive scenes from war, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 4, sung about the Chozha king Uruvappahrer Ilanchetchenni by the poet Paranar. The verse is set in the category of 'Vanji Thinai' or 'a portrait of a warrior king', elaborating the state of the said king's enemies.
access_time10 months ago
In this episode, we listen to a tribute sung to a Pandya king, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 3, penned for the king Karunkai Olvaal Perumpeyar Vazhuthi by the poet Irumpidarthalaiyaar. The verse is set in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai', celebrating the qualities of this Pandiya king, said to be the maternal uncle of the renowned 'Karikaala Chozhan' of the Sangam era.
access_time10 months ago
In this episode, we listen to words of praise rendered unto a king, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 2, sung to the Chera ruler 'Perunchotru Uthiyan Cheralathan' by the poet 'Muranjiyur Mudinaakanaar.' The verse is grouped under the category of 'Paadan Thinai', which is a 'paean' listing the laudable qualities of a person.
access_time10 months ago
In this episode, we perceive praises to a God, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 1, penned by Baaratham Paadiya Perunthevanaar. Puranaanooru, which we begin to explore today, is about the outer life of Sangam people, presenting information about historical events and social dynamics of this era. This particular song is an invocation to God Shiva, added as part of the collection by this poet, who is believed to have been from a later period.
access_time10 months ago
In this episode, we listen to a lady's perception of her changing circumstances, as portrayed in the last of the 'Kurunthogai' verses, Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 401, penned by Ammovanaar. Set in the coastal regions of 'Neythal', the verse speaks in the voice of the lady to herself, expressing her thoughts on her confinement at home.
access_time11 months ago
In this episode, we listen to words of heartfelt gratitude, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 400, penned by Peyanaar. Set in the forests of 'Mullai', the verse speaks in the voice of the man to his charioteer, on returning home after his long journey away from the lady.
access_time11 months ago
In this episode, we relish an apt simile that acutely depicts a lady's situation, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 399, penned by Paranar. Set in the farmlands of 'Marutham', the verse speaks in the voice of the lady to the confidante, as the man delays seeking her hand in marriage.
access_time11 months ago
In this episode, we listen to a sharp response to words of advice, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 398, penned by Paalai Paadiya Perungkadungko. The verse is situated in the drylands of 'Paalai' and speaks in the voice of the lady to the confidante, as the man remains parted away.
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In this episode, we perceive a thoughtful farewell message, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 397, penned by Ammoovanaar. Set in the coastal regions of 'Neythal', the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante to the man, as he prepares to part away in search of wealth.
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In this episode, we listen to a mother's shocked words, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 396, penned by Kayamanaar. Set in the drylands of 'Paalai', the verse speaks in the voice of the lady's mother, on learning that her daughter had eloped with the man.
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In this episode, we perceive the helplessness in a lady's heart, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 395, penned by an anonymous poet. Set in the drylands of 'Paalai', the verse speaks in the voice of the lady to the confidante, reflecting on her suffering-filled situation, as the man remains parted away.
access_time11 months ago
In this episode, we perceive the aptness of a simile from nature, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 394, penned by Kuriyiraiyaar. The verse is situated in the mountains of 'Kurinji' and speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, speaking of the man in a disparaging tone, as he remains parted away.
access_time11 months ago
In this episode, we learn of historical incidents in a song on relationships, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 393, penned by Paranar. Set in the farmlands of 'Marutham', the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, passing on a hidden message to the man, listening nearby.
access_time11 months ago
In this episode, we perceive a unique technique of persuasion, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 392, penned by Thumbiser Keeranaar. The verse is situated in the mountains of 'Kurinji' and speaks in the voice of the confidante to a bee, passing on a pointed message to the man, listening nearby.
access_time11 months ago
In this episode, we perceive the effect of rains on land and life, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 391, penned by Pon Maniyaar. Set in the forests of 'Mullai', the verse speaks in the voice of the lady to the confidante, relating the tormenting elements in her surroundings, as the man remains parted away.
access_time11 months ago
In this episode, we learn about a specific danger in travelling at night, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 390, penned by Uraiyoor Mudhukottranaar. Set in the drylands of 'Paalai', the verse speaks in the voice of a wayfarer to the man, offering words of timely advice.
access_time11 months ago
In this episode, we perceive the jubilation on hearing a good news, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 389, penned by Vettakannanaar. Set in the mountains of 'Kurinji', the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, revealing positive developments with respect to the lady's marriage.
access_time11 months ago
In this episode, we relish a picturesque simile that sketches perfect belief in another, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 388, penned by Avvaiyaar. Set in the drylands of 'Paalai', the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante to the man, insisting that the lady could bear the journey through the drylands in the company of the man.
access_time11 months ago
In this episode, we listen to the distress of a lady as she contemplates an evening and night ahead of her, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 387, penned by Kangul Vellathaar. The verse is situated in the forests of 'Mullai' and speaks in the voice of the lady to the confidante, in response to the confidante's words that the lady must bear better with the man's parting.
access_time11 months ago
In this episode, we perceive how the time of the day changes its nature in the mind of a maiden, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 386, penned by Velliveethiyaar. Set in the coastal regions of 'Neythal', the verse speaks in the voice of the lady to the confidante, in response to the friend's words that the lady must bear better with the man's parting.
access_time11 months ago
In this episode, we listen to a strong refusal, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 384, penned by Orambokiyaar. The verse is situated in the farmlands of 'Marutham' and speaks in the voice of the confidante to the man, denying him entry to the lady's house.
access_time11 months ago
In this episode, we listen to a person's angst arising out of the indecision of another, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 383, penned by Padumarathu Mosi Keeranaar. Set in the drylands of 'Paalai', the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, explaining her difficult situation relating to the lady's elopement with the man.
access_time11 months ago
In this episode, we observe the changing seasons and their consequences, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 382, penned by Kurunkeeranaar. Set in the forests of 'Mullai', the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, allaying the lady's worry that the man remains parted away even after the promised season of return had arrived.
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In this episode, we observe a counter-intuitive method of offering consolation, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 381, penned by an anonymous poet. Set in the coastal regions of 'Neythal', the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, speaking in a disparaging tone about the lady's relationship with the man.
access_time11 months ago
In this episode, we observe an intriguing technique of consolation, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 380, penned by Karuvoor Kathapillai. Set in the drylands of 'Paalai', the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, relating how the man continues to remain parted away.
access_time11 months ago
In this episode, we perceive a unique method of making an announcement, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 379, penned by an anonymous poet. The verse is situated in the mountains of 'Kurinji' and speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, passing on a pointed message to the lady's kith and kin, listening nearby.
access_time11 months ago
In this episode, we listen to a mother's wishes for the well-being of her daughter, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 378, penned by Kayamanaar. Set in the drylands of 'Paalai', the verse speaks in the voice of the lady's mother, on hearing that her daughter had eloped away with the man.
access_time12 months ago
In this episode, we observe the discovery of solace in the midst of discomfort, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 377, penned by Mosi Kotranaar. Set in the mountains of 'Kurinji', the verse speaks in the voice of the lady to the confidante, in response to the confidante's worry that the lady is not bearing well with the man's parting.
access_time12 months ago
In this episode, we relish picturesque descriptions of a lady's qualities, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 376, penned by Padumarathu Mosikotranaar. Set in the coasts of 'Neythal', the verse speaks in the voice of the man to his heart, expressing why he is unable to part with the lady to go in search of wealth.
access_time12 months ago
In this episode, we perceive a curious way of persuading another, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 375, penned by an anonymous poet. Set in the mountains of 'Kurinji', the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, while passing on a hidden message to the man, listening nearby.
access_time12 months ago
In this episode, we relish a unique simile involving a bird's actions, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 374, penned by Uraiyoor Palkaayanaar. The verse is situated in the mountains of 'Kurinji' and speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, explaining how the events unfolding in the lady's life came about.
access_time12 months ago
In this episode, we listen to words depicting deep trust, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 373, penned by Madurai Kollam Pullanaar. Set in the mountains of 'Kurinji', the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, asking the lady not to heed the slander in town about the lady's relationship with the man.
access_time12 months ago
In this episode, we perceive a visually compelling technique of persuasion, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 372, penned by Vitrootru Mootheyinanaar. The verse is situated in the coastal regions of 'Neythal' and speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, passing on a hidden message to the man, listening nearby.
access_time12 months ago
In this episode, we perceive the portrayal of love as an affliction, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 371, penned by Uraiyoor Muthukootranaar. Set in the mountains of 'Kurinji', the verse speaks in the voice of the lady to the confidante, explaining why she is unable to bear with the man's parting.
access_time12 months ago
In this episode, we listen to defensive words to clarify a situation, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 370, penned by Villakaviralinaar. Set in the farmlands of 'Marutham', the verse speaks in the voice of the courtesan, in response to disparaging words spoken by the lady, as the lady's friends listen nearby.
access_time12 months ago
In this episode, we listen to a decisive plan of action as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 369, penned by Kudavaayil Keerathanaar. Set in the drylands of 'Paalai', the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, expressing the need for the lady to elope away with the man.
access_time12 months ago
In this episode, we perceive a thoughtful way of communicating something, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 367, penned by Madurai Maruthan Ilanakanaar. The verse is situated in the mountains of 'Kurinji' and speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, showing her the way to carry on.
access_time12 months ago
In this episode, we listen to wise words about the inevitability of an event, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 366, penned by Peri Saathanaar. Set in the mountains of 'Kurinji', the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady's mother, revealing the lady's relationship with the man.
access_time12 months ago
In this episode, we observe the acute effects of pining in a lady, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 365, penned by Madurai Nalvelliyaar. Set in the mountains of 'Kurinji', the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante to the man, explaining the lady's inability to bear with his parting.
access_time12 months ago
In this episode, we perceive envy and quarrel over a man, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 364, penned by Avvaiyaar. The verse is situated in the farmlands of 'Marutham' and speaks in the voice of a courtesan, passing on a pointed message to the friends of another courtesan.
