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Sangam Lit episodes

  • Aganaanooru 179 – Rushing to a mirage
    In this episode, we listen to a pointed question put to another, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 179, penned by Koadimangalathu Vaathuli Narchenthanaar, Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', the verse etches the dreariness of this domain.
    5 min
  • Aganaanooru 178 – The blessed boar
    In this episode, we perceive the trust and confidence in the actions of another, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 178, penned by Paranar. The verse is situated amidst the gushing springs of the 'Kurinji' or 'Mountain landscape' and etches a day in the life of a wild boar.
    7 min
  • Aganaanooru 177 – A return to adorn
    In this episode, we listen to words of consolation rendered to allay anxiety, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 177, penned by Seyaloor Ilampon Saaththan Kotranaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', the verse portrays the victory of a king and the beauty of a lady.
    7 min
  • Aganaanooru 176 – The crab’s rushed return
    In this episode, we listen to a pointed refusal to a request, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 176, penned by Marutham Paadiya Ilankadunko. The verse is situated amidst the flourishing fields of the 'Marutham' or 'Farmlands landscape' and presents a precise portrait of the other woman.
    8 min
  • Aganaanooru 175 – Flashing roaring rainbow sky
    In this episode, we listen to the lament of a lady, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 175, penned by Alamperi Saaththanaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', the verse portrays the victory of a historic king and the glory of a supernatural entity.
    7 min
  • Aganaanooru 174 – Without waiting for accolades
    In this episode, we observe the anxious rumination in a man's mind, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 174, penned by Madurai Alakkar Gnaazhaar Makanaar Mallanaar. The verse is situated amidst the pouring clouds and blooming jasmines of the 'Mullai' or 'Forest Landscape' and expresses the love and yearning in the hearts of those separated by circumstances.
    5 min
  • Aganaanooru 173 – Near the land of gold
    In this episode, we perceive words of consolation, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 173, penned by Mulliyoor Poothiyaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', the verse highlights the wealth and glory of a Sangam king's domain.
    6 min
  • Aganaanooru 172 – Taking the trophy home
    In this episode, we perceive an attempt at changing a person's behaviour, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 172, penned by Madurai Paalaasiriyar Nappaalanaar. The verse is situated amidst the roaring cascades and resounding slopes of the 'Kurinji' or 'Mountain Landscape' and paints vivid images of life in this domain.
    7 min
  • Aganaanooru 171 – On bears and bearing
    In this episode, we observe an attempt at allaying anxiety, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 171, penned by Kallaadanaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', the verse sketches vivid elements of life and wildlife in this domain.
    5 min
  • Aganaanooru 170 – A message to the man
    In this episode, we perceive an attempt to enlist a unique messenger, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 170, penned by Madurai Kallitru Kadaiyathan Vennaakanaar. The verse is situated amidst the silent backwaters of the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal landscape' and etches exquisite scenes of life in this domain.
    5 min

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Reflections on 2000 Year Old Tamil Poetry