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Sangam Lit episodes

  • Puranaanooru 108 – Gift of Parambu hills
    In this episode, we are transported to a rich mountain land, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 108, penned about the Velir king Vel Paari by the poet Kabilar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'King's praise' and talks about the limitless generosity of this king.
    4 min
  • Puranaanooru 107 – Another to be praised
    In this episode, we delve into an intricate and eloquent thought about a king, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 107, penned about the Velir King Vel Paari by the poet Kabilar. Set in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'King's praise', the verse brings out the greatness of the monarch in a unique manner.
    3 min
  • Puranaanooru 106 – Equal in his eyes
    In this episode, we learn of a king's impartial generosity, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 106, penned about the Velir King Vel Paari by the poet Kabilar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'King's praise' and places a virtue of the king in parallel to God.
    4 min
  • Puranaanooru 105 – Sweeter than water
    In this episode, we learn of the nature of a king, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 105, penned about the Velir King Vel Paari by the poet Kabilar. Set in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'King's praise', the verse hints about the natural wealth and beauty of the king's land.
    4 min
  • Puranaanooru 104 – Like a crocodile in a pond
    In this episode, we perceive the disillusionment that awaits those who seek to attack the king, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 104, penned about the Velir King Athiyamaan Nedumaan Anji by the poet Avvaiyaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'King's victory' and hints about the valorous way in which the king defended his domain.
    4 min
  • Puranaanooru 103 – Counsel to a singer
    In this episode, we listen to the guidance offered to a peer professional, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 103, penned about the Velir King Athiyamaan Nedumaan Anji by the poet Avvaiyaar. Set in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'King's praise', the verse sketches a portrait of a female singer and the path to her salvation from poverty.
    8 min
  • Puranaanooru 102 – Prowess of the prince
    In this episode, we perceive an intriguing simile about occupational events, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 102, penned about the Velir King Athiyamaan Nedumaan Anji's son Pokuttu Ezhini by the poet Avvaiyaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'King's praise' and talks about the royal's support to the king's rule.
    4 min
  • Puranaanooru 101 – An implicit assurance
    In this episode, we perceive the trust in the king's generosity, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 101, penned about the Velir King Athiyamaan Nedumaan Anji by the poet Avvaiyaar. Set in the category of 'Paadan Thinai' or 'King's praise', the verse illustrates the feeling of assurance in the minds of those who sought the king's patronage.
    5 min
  • Puranaanooru 100 – Fury that ceases not
    In this episode, we perceive a portrait of a king's fury, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 100, penned about the Velir King Athiyamaan Nedumaan Anji, by the poet Avvaiyaar. Set in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'King's victory', the verse brings alive a momentous day in the life of this king.
    6 min
  • Puranaanooru 99 – Celebrated by another poet
    In this episode, we perceive the greatness of this king, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 99, penned about the Velir King Athiyamaan Nedumaan Anji by the poet Avvaiyaar. Set in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'King's victory', the verse describes the accolades received by the king.
    6 min

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Reflections on 2000 Year Old Tamil Poetry