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Sangam Lit episodes

  • Kurunthogai 119 – Tormented by a young snake
    In this episode, we listen to a man echo his inner emotions by narrating a scene in the wild, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 119, penned by Sathinaathanaar. The verse is situated in the mountains of 'Kurinji' and speaks in the voice of the man to his friend, expressing the reason for the recent change in his composure.
    6 min
  • Kurunthogai 118 – At the open gate at sundown
    In this episode, we learn of an ancient custom set in the midst of a lady's anxiety, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 118, penned by Nannaakaiyaar. Set in the coastal regions of 'Neythal', the verse speaks in the voice of the lady to the confidante, lamenting about how the man had not returned to tryst with her.
    5 min
  • Kurunthogai 117 – Scuttling crabs and slipping bangles
    In this episode, we hear the beat of life in nature and perceive the heart of a lady in love, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 117, penned by Kundriyanaar. The verse is situated in the coastal regions of 'Neythal' and speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, passing on a subtle message to the man, listening nearby.
    8 min
  • Kurunthogai 116 – Black sands of joy
    In this episode, we perceive the passionate recollection of a past joy, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 116, penned by Ilangkeeranaar. Set in the mountains of 'Kurinji', the verse speaks in the voice of the man to his heart, delighting in the memory of his lady's tresses.
    6 min
  • Kurunthogai 115 – To love and to cherish
    In this episode, we listen to a heartfelt request to ensure the welfare of a friend, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 115, penned by Kabilar. Situated in the mountains of 'Kurinji', the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante to the man, as he prepares to elope away with the lady.
    6 min
  • Kurunthogai 114 – On a bed of blue-lilies
    In this episode, we observe how inanimate objects echo the inner landscape, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 114, penned by Ponnaakanaar. The verse is situated in the coastal regions of 'Neythal' and speaks in the voice of the confidante to the man, conveying news about his trysting with the lady.
    8 min
  • Kurunthogai 113 – Route to the Rendezvous
    In this episode, we gather fascinating facets about the lifestyle of ancients, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 113, penned by Maathirathanaar. Set in the farmlands of 'Marutham', the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante to the man, conveying that he should tryst with the lady at an alternative spot.
    7 min
  • Kurunthogai 112 – The hanging broken branch
    In this episode, we perceive the angst of a torn heart, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 112, penned by Aalathoor Kilaar. The verse is situated in the hills of 'Kurinji' and speaks in the voice of the lady to the confidante, conveying her feelings as the man continues to delay seeking her hand in marriage.
    5 min
  • Kurunthogai 111 – The elephantine hill
    In this episode, we relish the ingenuity of the confidante in her indirect persuasion, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 111, penned by Theenmathi Naakanaar. Set in the mountains of 'Kurinji', the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, passing on a hidden message to the man, listening nearby.
    7 min
  • Kurunthogai 110 – Flowers in the cold wind
    In this episode, we perceive the effect of seasonal winds, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 110, penned by Killimangalam Kilaar. Set in the forest regions of 'Mullai', the verse speaks in the voice of the lady to her confidante, echoing her extreme dejection at the man's continued absence.
    5 min

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Reflections on 2000 Year Old Tamil Poetry