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Sangam Lit episodes

  • Puranaanooru 128 – The inaccessible one
    In this episode, we take in scenes in nature involving wild life, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 128, penned about the Velir King Aay Andiran by the poet Uraiyoor Enicheri Mudamosiyaar. Set in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'King's praise', the verse relates the inaccessibility of the king to his foes.
    4 min
  • Puranaanooru 127 – The incomparable palace
    In this episode, we perceive a striking simile and a unique technique of praise, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 127, penned about the Velir King Aay Andiran by the poet Uraiyoor Enicheri Mudamosiyaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'King's praise' and brings out the not so obvious greatness of King Aay.
    5 min
  • Puranaanooru 126 – Sailing where no ship can
    In this episode, we hear of the glory of a king and his land, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 126, penned about the Velir King Malaiyamaan Thirumudi Kaari by the female poet Maarokkathu Nappasalaiyaar. Set in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'King's praise', the verse relates the immense power of this patron in pulling poets to sing of his fame.
    8 min
  • Puranaanooru 125 – To friend and foe
    In this episode, we hear the perspectives of two rulers about this patron, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 125, penned about the Velir King Malaiyamaan Thirumudi Kaari by the poet Vadama Vannakkan Perunchathanaar. Set in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'King's victory', the verse illustrates the consequences of this king's presence in the battlefield.
    6 min
  • Puranaanooru 124 – Unstoppable generosity
    In this episode, we hear about the assurance rendered to supplicants, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 124, penned about the Velir King Malaiyamaan Thirumudi Kaari by the poet Kabilar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'King's praise' and talks about the infinite generosity of this ruler.
    4 min
  • Puranaanooru 123 – A sober charity
    In this episode, we hear of the impeccable generosity of a king, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 123, penned about the Velir King Malaiyamaan Thirumudi Kaari by the poet Kabilar. Set in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'King's praise', the verse reveals the nature of this ruler.
    4 min
  • Puranaanooru 122 – The only thing owned
    In this episode, we hear of an ironic life situation, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 122, penned about the Velir King Malaiyamaan Thirumudi Kaari by the poet Kabilar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'King's praise' and brings out the riches of the land and the respect the king commanded.
    5 min
  • Puranaanooru 121 – Be a discerning king
    In this episode, we listen to words of advice rendered unto a king, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 121, penned about the Velir King Malaiyamaan Thirumudi Kaari by the poet Kabilar. Set in the category of 'Pothuviyal Thinai' or 'Miscellaneous matters', the verse brings out the generosity and impartiality of this ruler.
    3 min
  • Puranaanooru 120 – A rich harvest of crops
    In this episode, we listen to a detailed account of the agricultural wealth of a country, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 120, penned about the Velir King Vel Paari by the poet Kabilar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Pothuviyal Thinai' or 'Miscellaneous matters' and details the lifestyle of the people in the king's land.
    7 min
  • Puranaanooru 119 – A termite-tamarind delicacy
    In this episode, we get a glimpse of a fertile land and its foods, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 119, penned about the Velir King Vel Paari by the poet Kabilar. Set in the category of 'Pothuviyal Thinai' or 'Miscellaneous matters', the verse vividly illustrates the generosity of this king.
    6 min

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Reflections on 2000 Year Old Tamil Poetry