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Sangam Lit episodes

  • Aganaanooru 29 – Right here with you
    In this episode, we understand perspectives about the pursuit of wealth, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 29, penned by Vellaadiyanaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', the verse echoes the emotions of the one who parted away and the one waiting for their return.
    8 min
  • Aganaanooru 28 – Act as if it’s true
    In this episode, we perceive the communication of a hidden message, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 28, penned by the Pandya King Arivudai Nambi. The verse is situated amidst the millets fields and parrot sounds of the 'Kurinji' or 'Mountain Landscape' and persuades a person to choose the path of permanent happiness.
    6 min
  • Aganaanooru 27 – How can he leave?
    In this episode, we listen to an interesting argument for allaying fear, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 27, penned by Madurai Kanakkaayanaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', the verse reveals the perceived power of the lady's beauty.
    7 min
  • Aganaanooru 26 – Then and Now
    In this episode, we perceive a moment when the heart wins over the head, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 26, penned by Paandiyan Kaanapereyil Thantha Ukkira Peruvazhuthi. The verse is situated amidst the lush fields of the 'Marutham' or 'Farmlands landscape' and sketches the nuanced changes in a woman's life after childbirth.
    7 min
  • Aganaanooru 25 – He’ll be back
    In this episode, we hear words of consolation rendered to a grieving heart, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 25, penned by Ollaiyoor Thantha Boothappaandiyan. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', the verse highlights the picturesque changes in the season of spring.
    7 min
  • Aganaanooru 24 – Here and there
    In this episode, we perceive a man's angst, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 24, penned by Aavoor Moolankizhaar. Set amidst the flowering bushes of the 'Mullai' or 'Forest landscape', the verse sketches the pain in parting with vivid images.
    5 min
  • Aganaanooru 23 – Isn’t it time?
    In this episode, we relish the beauty of changing seasons, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 23, penned by Orodakathu Kantharathanaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', the verse echoes the anxiety of a maiden waiting for the return of her beloved.
    6 min
  • Aganaanooru 22 – Ritual and Rationale
    In this episode, we hear a strong statement defending a person, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 22, penned by Veri Paadiya Kaamakanniyaar. Set amidst the cascades and slopes of the 'Kurinji' or 'Mountain landscape', the verse paints a portrait of the beliefs and rituals of those times.
    7 min
  • Aganaanooru 21 – A nudge to a falling heart
    In this episode, we perceive a path to face the fall in motivation, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 21, penned by Kaavanmullai Poothanaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', the verse portrays an attempt to boost a flagging heart.
    9 min
  • Aganaanooru 20 – From Freedom to Confinement
    In this episode, we perceive a subtle plea for a change in action, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 20, penned by Ulochchanaar. Set amidst the sands and groves of the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape', the verse vividly sketches a day in the life of Sangam maiden.
    7 min

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Reflections on 2000 Year Old Tamil Poetry