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  • Aganaanooru 19 – Return to her fold
    In this episode, we observe a person's dilemma at the crossroads, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 19, penned by Porunthil Ilankeeranaar. The verse is situated in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands Landscape' and relays a conversation between a man and his heart.
    5 min
  • Aganaanooru 18 – Swimming in love’s wild river
    In this episode, we perceive the dangers in trysting, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 18, penned by Kabilar. Set amidst the wild streams of the 'Kurinji' or 'Mountain Landscape', the verse presents a persuasive plea for a change in action.
    6 min
  • Aganaanooru 17 – Little feet of a delicate daughter
    In this episode, we listen to a mother's lament, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 17, penned by Kayamanaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', the verse echoes the thoughts of a mother at the juncture of her daughter's elopement.
    6 min
  • Aganaanooru 16 – Love for a child
    In this episode, we listen to a response to a denial, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 16, penned by Saakalaasanaar. Set amidst the lush lotuses of the 'Marutham' or 'Farmlands landscape', the verse brings out the relationship dynamics in a household.
    7 min
  • Aganaanooru 15 – A mother’s prayer
    In this episode, we get to know some historical characters, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 15, penned by Maamoolanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape' and portrays a mother's wish for her daughter's well-being.
    6 min
  • Aganaanooru 14 – Despair to Delight
    In this episode, we perceive a before-and-after story, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 14, penned by Okkoor Maasaathanaar. Set amidst the moist red earth of the 'Mullai' or 'Forest landscape', the verse portrays an evening hour and a much-awaited arrival.
    8 min
  • Aganaanooru 13 – Wealth or Togetherness
    In this episode, we listen to a thoughtful response, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 13, penned by Perunthalai Saaththanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape' and paints a portrait of the pain in parting.
    7 min
  • Aganaanooru 12 – Fear not in vain
    In this episode, we perceive a strategy for course correction, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 12, penned by Kabilar. Set amidst the squeaks and squawks of squirrels and parrots in the 'Kurinji' or 'Mountain landscape', the verse attempts to offer a new perspective to a perplexed person.
    7 min
  • Aganaanooru 11 – If only…
    In this episode, we listen to a parted lady's anguish, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 11, penned by the prolific Sangam poet Avvaiyaar. The verse is situated in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands Landscape' and expresses the regretful words of a person in the midst of a separation.
    7 min
  • Aganaanooru 10 – Fishing in life’s seas
    In this episode, we listen to persuasive words, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 10, penned by Ammoovanaar. Set amidst the waves and sands of the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape', the verse transports us to an ancient shore.
    6 min

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Reflections on 2000 Year Old Tamil Poetry