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Sangam Lit episodes

  • Puranaanooru 168 – A feast in the mountains
    In this episode, we experience the hospitality of a mountain land, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 168, penned about the Velir King Pittankotran by the poet Karuvoor Kathapillai Saathanaar. Set in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'Praise', the verse reveals the widespread renown of this king.
    7 min
  • Puranaanooru 167 – Beauty and fame
    In this episode, we perceive a unique style of praise, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 167, penned about the Velir King Enaathi Thirukkilli by the poet Konattu Erichaloor Maadalan Madurai Kumaranaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Victory' and sketches the personality of this king.
    5 min
  • Puranaanooru 166 – Rituals of a religion
    In this episode, we listen to an account of religious rituals, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 166, penned about a priestly man Sonaattu Poonchaatroor Paarpaan Kouniyan Vinnanthaayan by the poet Aavoor Moolankizhar. Set in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Victory', the verse talks about the triumph of one belief system over another.
    8 min
  • Puranaanooru 165 – A heady gift
    In this episode, we encounter a dramatic event involving a poet and a king, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 165, penned about the Velir King Kumanan by the poet Perunthalai Saathanaar. Set in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'King's praise', the verse takes a message of deep significance to the king's brother.
    7 min
  • Puranaanooru 164 – He who will not say no
    In this episode, we listen to a determined request put forth to a king, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 164, penned about the Velir King Kumanan by the poet Perunthalai Saathanaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'King's praise' and reveals the impoverished state of the poet's family.
    5 min
  • Puranaanooru 163 – An appeal to donate
    In this episode, we relish a heartwarming verse on sharing, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 163, penned about the Velir King Kumanan by the poet Perunchithiranaar. Set in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'King's praise', the verse echoes the words spoken by the poet to his wife on returning home from the king's court.
    6 min
  • Puranaanooru 162 – On giving and not forgiving
    In this episode, we see the victory and vindication in a poet's stance, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 162, penned to a Velir King's brother Ilavelimaan by the poet Perunchithiranaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'King's praise' and illustrates how the poet forgives not a lack of generosity.
    5 min
  • Puranaanooru 161 – A ride of pride back home
    In this episode, we perceive deep wishes in a poet's heart, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 161, penned about the Velir King Kumanan by the poet Perunchithiranaar. Set in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'King's praise', the verse presents a geographic simile to depict the king's nature.
    9 min
  • Puranaanooru 160 – Hungry child and helpless mother
    In this episode, we are presented with intricate facets of life from a poet's home, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 160, penned about the Velir King Kumanan by the poet Perunchithiranaar. Set in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'King's praise', the verse reveals the renown of this king.
    9 min
  • Puranaanooru 159 – Gift with a smile
    In this episode, we perceive the food and life of a family in poverty, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 159, penned about the Velir King Kumanan by the poet Perunchithiranaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'King's praise' and puts forth a specific request about gifting to this king.
    9 min

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Reflections on 2000 Year Old Tamil Poetry