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Sangam Lit episodes

  • Puranaanooru 390 – Allayer of angst
    In this episode, we perceive the thoughtful generosity of a much-celebrated king, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 390, penned about the Velir King Athiyamaan Nedumaan Anji by the poet Avvaiyaar. Set in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'Praise', the verse talks about all the ways the leader allayed the suffering of a supplicant.
    9 min
  • Puranaanooru 389 – Generous in life and beyond
    In this episode, we hear of an ancestor's fame, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 389, penned about the Leader Naller Muthiyan by the poet Kallil Aathiraiyanaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'Praise' and puts forth a request to a leader of a hilly domain.
    7 min
  • Puranaanooru 388 – The fame of a name
    In this episode, we listen to impressive words of praise about a lord of a minor domain, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 388, penned about the Leader Pannan by the poet Madurai Alakkar Gnaalalaar Makanaar Mallanaar. Set in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'Praise', the verse talks about a poet's determination to spread the fame of this ruler.
    7 min
  • Puranaanooru 387 – Victory and generosity
    In this episode, we listen to the glory of a king in war and compassion, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 387, penned about the Chera King Selvakadungo Vaazhiyaathan by the poet Kundrukatpaaliyaathanaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'Praise' and renders a heartfelt blessing upon this ruler.
    8 min
  • Puranaanooru 386 – Riches and rendering
    In this episode, we perceive the prosperity of a country, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 386, penned about the Chozha King Kulamutrathu Thunjiya Killivalavan by the poet Kovoor Kizhaar. Set in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'Praise', the verse proclaims the trust in this patron's generosity.
    9 min
  • Puranaanooru 385 – Far-reaching hospitality
    In this episode, we learn of the compassion of a patron, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 385, penned about the local leader Ambar Kizhaan by the poet Kallaadanaar. Set in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'Praise', the verse delivers a heartfelt blessing.
    5 min
  • Puranaanooru 384 – Days of abundance
    In this episode, we observe the natural wealth of a leader's region, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 384, penned for the Leader Karumbanoor Kizhaan by the poet Purathinai Nannaakanaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'Praise' and depicts the boundless trust in a patron's generosity.
    8 min
  • Puranaanooru 383 – A worry-free tomorrow
    In this episode, we perceive the trust of a poet in a patron, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 383, penned about the Leader Aviyan by the poet Maarokaththu Nappasalaiyaar. Set in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'Praise', the verse reveals the emotions of the poet after receiving the leader's patronage.
    8 min
  • Puranaanooru 382 – Singing bards and shivering kings
    In this episode, we hear of a king's fame, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 382, penned for the Chozha King Nalankilli by the poet Kovoor Kizhaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'Praise' and reveals the respect held for this ruler in the hearts of many.
    7 min
  • Puranaanooru 381 – Epitome of hospitality
    In this episode, we meet with an icon of hospitality, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 381, penned for the Leader Karumbanoor Kizhaan by the poet Purathinai Nannaakanaar. Set in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'Praise', the verse reveals the promise rendered by this patron to his supplicants.
    8 min

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Reflections on 2000 Year Old Tamil Poetry