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Sangam Lit episodes

  • Puranaanooru 228 – An urn of fame
    In this episode, we perceive a poet's conversation with a potter, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 228, penned about the Chozha King Kulamuttrathu Thunjiya Killivalavan by the poet Aiyoor Mudavanaar. Set in the category of 'Pothuviyal Thinai' or 'Common Themes', the verse provides literary evidence about burial customs in the Sangam era.
    7 min
  • Puranaanooru 227 – Appeaser of hunger
    In this episode, we perceive a poet's anger towards Death, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 227, penned about the Chozha King Kulamuttrathu Thunjiya Killivalavan by the poet Aavaduthurai Maasaathanaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Pothuviyal Thinai' or 'Common Themes' and expresses despair at the king's demise in a unique manner.
    5 min
  • Puranaanooru 226 – Stance of Death
    In this episode, we learn of the king's qualities through a unique portrait, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 226, penned about the Chozha King Kulamuttrathu Thunjiya Killivalavan by the poet Maarokkathu Nappasalaiyaar. Set in the category of 'Pothuviyal Thinai' or 'Common themes', the verse echoes the poet's dejection on hearing about this king's demise.
    4 min
  • Puranaanooru 225 – Sounds of absence
    In this episode, we perceive fascinating poetic devices to portray the power of a king, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 225, penned about the Chozha King Nalankilli by the poet Aalathur Kizhaar. Set in the category of 'Pothuviyal Thinai' or 'Common Themes', the verse reveals the dominance of this king when alive.
    7 min
  • Puranaanooru 224 – A tree in summer
    In this episode, we listen to the great deeds of a king, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 224, penned about the Chozha King Karikaalan by the poet Karunkuzhal Aathanaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Pothuviyial Thinai' or 'Common Themes' and talks about the consequences of this king's demise.
    6 min
  • Puranaanooru 223 – Voice from the beyond
    In this episode, we hear about an unbelievable event that occurred in the poet's life, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 223, penned about the Chozha king Koperunchozhan by the poet Poththiyaar. Set in the category of 'Pothuviyal Thinai' or 'Common Themes', the verse echoes the elation in the poet's mind on receiving an answer he sought.
    4 min
  • Puranaanooru 222 – Loveless King
    In this episode, we understand the extent of a poet's regard for his patron, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 222, penned about the Chozha King Koperunchozhan by the poet Poththiyaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Pothuviyal Thinai' or 'Common Themes' and brings out the thoughtful personality of this king.
    4 min
  • Puranaanooru 221 – Thoughtless Death
    In this episode, we hear about the praiseworthy attributes of a king, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 221, penned about the Chozha king Koperunchozhan by the poet Poththiyaar. Set in the category of 'Pothuviyal Thinai' or 'Common Themes', the verse echoes the deep sorrow of those who witnessed this king's demise.
    5 min
  • Puranaanooru 220 – Tears of the mahout
    In this episode, we observe an overpowering emotion, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 220, penned about the Chozha King Koperunchozhan by the poet Poththiyaar. Set in the category of 'Pothuviyal Thinai' or 'Common Themes', the verse sketches a sense of loss and sorrow.
    5 min
  • Puranaanooru 219 – A question to the dying
    In this episode, we understand a poet's immense grief, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 219, penned about the Chozha King Koperunchozhan by the poet Karuvoor Perunchathukkathu Poothanaakanaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Pothuviyal Thinai' or 'Common Themes' and describes the helplessness experienced by this poet.
    4 min

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