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Sangam Lit episodes

  • Aganaanooru 278 – Seeing him in the stream
    In this episode, we perceive the subtle art of persuasion, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 278, penned by Kabilar. The verse is situated amidst the gushing cascades of the 'Kurinji' or 'Mountain Landscape' and sketches the journey of water and its significance in the lady's life.
    6 min
  • Aganaanooru 277 – Heartbreaking Spring
    In this episode, we perceive the angst-ridden words of a maiden, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 277, penned by Karuvoor Nanmarban. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands Landscape', the verse sketches dynamic similes involving birds and animals to etch the situation at hand.
    6 min
  • Aganaanooru 276 – Stealing with stealth
    In this episode, we perceive the ire of a woman, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 276, penned by Paranar. The verse is situated amidst the fish-filled ponds of the 'Marutham' or 'Farmlands landscape' and relays scenes of rivalry in a rich town.
    5 min
  • Aganaanooru 275 – Lament of those left behind
    In this episode, we listen to words of lament, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 275, penned by Kayamanaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', the verse etches the emotions of a Sangam mother at the juncture of her daughter's elopement.
    6 min
  • Aganaanooru 274 – There lives my beloved
    In this episode, we perceive the anticipation of returning to a beloved, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 274, penned by Idaikaadanaar. The verse is situated in the midst of the falling rain in the 'Mullai' or 'Forest landscape', and sketches a scene from this domain in the dark hour of midnight.
    4 min
  • Aganaanooru 273 – The tree of suffering
    In this episode, we listen to words of angst, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 273, penned by Avvaiyaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', the verse employs an exquisite metaphor to etch a person's state.
    6 min
  • Aganaanooru 272 – The man in mother’s eyes
    In this episode, we perceive a dramatic attempt at persuasion, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 272, penned by Madurai Aruvai Vaanikan Ilavettanaar. The verse is situated amidst the flowing cascades of the 'Kurinji' or 'Mountain Landscape' and presents a hypothetical situation and its impactful consequences.
    7 min
  • Aganaanooru 271 – Is there a cure?
    In this episode, we perceive an impactful attempt at changing a person's course of action, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 271, penned by Kaaviripoompattinathu Chenkannanaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', the verse mentions intriguing aspects about the flora and fauna in this domain.
    8 min
  • Aganaanooru 270 – Lament of the lonely bird
    In this episode, we perceive a passionate attempt at persuasion, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 270, penned by Saakalaasanaar. The verse is situated amidst the blooming blue lilies of the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and etches the scenes of loneliness and lament in this domain.
    6 min
  • Aganaanooru 269 – The hand that wipes away tears
    In this episode, we listen to the rendition of a much-awaited news, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 269, penned by Madurai Maruthan Ilanaakanaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', the verse presents intricate details about the custom of installing hero stones.
    7 min

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Reflections on 2000 Year Old Tamil Poetry