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  • Aganaanooru 338 – Praise and Perseverance
    In this episode, we perceive the feelings of a person in pursuit of another, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 338, penned by Madurai Kanakkaayanaar. The verse is situated amidst the soaring peaks of the 'Kurinji' or 'Mountain Landscape' and brings out the glory of the three great kings of ancient Tamil land.
    6 min
  • Aganaanooru 337 – That day in the drylands…
    In this episode, we perceive the past being summoned to resolve a problem in the present, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 337, penned by Paalai Paadiya Perunkadunko. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', the verse etches a violent scene in this domain in vivid detail.
    7 min
  • Aganaanooru 336 – A retort to a rival
    In this episode, we listen to an angry outburst, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 336, penned by Paavai Kottilaar. The verse is situated amidst the lush ponds of the 'Marutham' or 'Farmlands landscape' and highlights the romantic rivalries in a rich town.
    8 min
  • Aganaanooru 335 – Sweeter than sweet water
    In this episode, we perceive a person's dilemma and decision, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 335, penned by Madurai Thaththan Kannanaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', the verse delves into the flowering and fruiting process of a particular tree.
    7 min
  • Aganaanooru 334 – Ride on without a pause
    In this episode, we listen to a man's passionate command, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 334, penned by Madurai Koothanaar. The verse is situated amidst the showering rainclouds of the 'Mullai' or 'Forest Landscape' and resounds with the yearning to be back home.
    6 min
  • Aganaanooru 333 – One message is all I seek…
    In this episode, we listen to words of yearning, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 333, penned by Kallaadanar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', the verse portrays a consolation rendered along with its response.
    7 min
  • Aganaanooru 332 – As it was on the first day
    In this episode, we perceive words of praise, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 332, penned by Kabilar. The verse is situated amidst the bamboo-filled slopes of the 'Kurinji' or 'Mountain landscape' and expresses the satisfaction in a person's heart.
    7 min
  • Aganaanooru 331 – Treading the sword’s edge
    In this episode, we perceive the angst-filled voice of a lady, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 331, penned by Maamoolanaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands Landscape', the verse presents an instance of the dynamics between the flora, fauna and human life in this domain.
    6 min
  • Aganaanooru 330 – Have you not told him yet?
    In this episode, we listen to a curious recommendation to consider another's proposal, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 330, penned by Ulochanaar. The verse is situated amidst the swaying boats of the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and resounds in the rhythm of unsaid words of love.
    5 min
  • Aganaanooru 329 – How can he part away?
    In this episode, we perceive a person's bewilderment, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 329, penned by Uraiyoor Muthukoothanaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', the verse sketches the unpleasant nature of this domain.
    5 min

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Reflections on 2000 Year Old Tamil Poetry