Reflections on 2000 Year Old Tamil Poetry
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In this episode, we listen to a lady’s lament and a confidante’s consolation, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 28, penned by the Chera King Paalai Paadiya Perunkadunko. The verse is situated in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’ and narrates the seasonal changes in spring. ‘பாடல் சால் சிறப்பின் சினையவும், சுனையவும் நாடினர் கொயல் வ…
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In this episode, we perceive pertinent similes to describe a person’s state of mind, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 27, penned by the Chera King Paalai Paadiya Perunkadunko. The verse is situated in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’ and reveals the thoughtfulness of the man. ‘ஈதலில் குறை காட்டாது, அறன் அறிந்து ஒழுகிய தீதிலான் ச…
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In this episode, we listen to the questions in the mind of a lady, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 26, penned by the Chera King Paalai Paadiya Perunkadunko. The verse is situated in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’ and concludes with a reassuring message. ‘ஒரு குழை ஒருவன் போல், இணர் சேர்ந்த மராஅமும், பருதி அம் செல்வன் போல், நனை …
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In this episode, we perceive striking similes on human nature, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 25, penned by the Chera King Paalai Paadiya Perunkadunko. The verse is situated in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’ and talks about the state of the lady in the event of the man’s parting away. வயக்குறு மண்டிலம் வடமொழிப் பெயர் பெற்ற மு…
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In this episode, we perceive the lady’s inferences about the man’s course of action, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 24, penned by the Chera King Paalai Paadiya Perunkadunko. The verse is situated in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’ and sketches a dream study. ‘நெஞ்சு நடுக்குறக் கேட்டும், கடுத்தும், தாம் அஞ்சியது ஆங்கே அணங்காகு…
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In this episode, we listen to the lady’s feelings of despair, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 23, penned by the Chera King Paalai Paadiya Perunkadunko. The verse is situated in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’ and vividly sketches the shades of abandonment. இலங்கு ஒளி மருப்பின் கைம்மா உளம்புநர், புலம் கடி கவணையின், பூஞ் சினை உதி…
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In this episode, we observe a unique technique of persuasion, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 22, penned by the Chera King Paalai Paadiya Perunkadunko. The verse is situated in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’ and depicts the changing stance of the man. உண் கடன் வழிமொழிந்து இரக்குங்கால் முகனும், தாம் கொண்டது கொடுக்குங்கால் முகன…
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In this episode, we perceive the changing stance of the man, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 21, penned by the Chera King Paalai Paadiya Perunkadunko. The verse is situated in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’ and depicts the nature of wealth. ‘பால் மருள் மருப்பின், உரல் புரை பாவு அடி, ஈர் நறுங் கமழ் கடாஅத்து, இனம் பிரி ஒருத்தல்…
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In this episode, we perceive the lady’s persuasive words, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 20, penned by the Chera King Paalai Paadiya Perunkadunko. The verse is situated in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’ and etches the value of togetherness. பல் வளம் பகர்பு ஊட்டும் பயன் நிலம் பைது அற, செல் கதிர் ஞாயிறு செயிர் சினம் சொரிதலின்,…
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In this episode, we perceive the confidante’s disappointment in the man’s decision, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 19, penned by the Chera King Paalai Paadiya Perunkadunko. The verse is situated in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’ and depicts the consequences of the man’s parting. செவ்விய தீவிய சொல்லி, அவற்றொடு பைய முயங்கிய அஞ்…
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In this episode, we listen to the confidante's plea to the man, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 18, penned by the Chera King Paalai Paadiya Perunkadunko. The verse is situated in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’ and portrays the irreplaceable importance of togetherness.By Nandini Karky
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In this episode, we perceive picturesque similes employed to persuade a person, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 17, penned by the Chera King Paalai Paadiya Perunkadunko. The verse is situated in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’ and presents the power of the right words at the right time.…
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In this episode, we perceive the deep love in the lady for the man who has parted away, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 16, penned by the Chera King Paalai Paadiya Perunkadunko. The verse is situated in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’ and reveals nuanced perspectives about seeking the help of gods.…
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In this episode, we listen to strong arguments against parting away, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 15, penned by the Chera King Paalai Paadiya Perunkadunko. The verse is situated in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’ and sketches a vivid portrait of the drylands' denizens.By Nandini Karky
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In this episode, we listen to the confidante's admonition about parting away, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 14, penned by the Chera King Paalai Paadiya Perunkadunko. The verse is situated in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’ and reveals the man's stance then and now.By Nandini Karky
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Kalithogai 13 – Behold the terrible drylands
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In this episode, we perceive a detailed account on the drylands, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 13, penned by the Chera King Paalai Paadiya Perunkadunko. The verse is situated in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’ and presents a glimpse of the lady's protected life.By Nandini Karky
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In this episode, we perceive the battle between seeking wealth and being with a beloved, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 12, penned by the Chera King Paalai Paadiya Perunkadunko. The verse is situated in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’ and stresses on the importance of love during youth.…
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In this episode, we perceive scenes of kindness in the wild, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 11, penned by the Chera King Paalai Paadiya Perunkadunko. The verse is situated in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’ and presents insights about the purpose of seeking wealth.By Nandini Karky
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In this episode, we listen to arguments against parting away, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 10, penned by the Chera King Paalai Paadiya Perunkadunko. The verse is situated in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’ and portrays a place using human qualities.By Nandini Karky
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Kalithogai 9 – Born here for another elsewhere
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In this episode, we perceive a profound philosophy, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 9, penned by the Chera King Paalai Paadiya Perunkadunko. The verse is situated in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’ and presents the consoling words said to an anxious heart.By Nandini Karky
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In this episode, we listen to reflections on the nature of wealth, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 8, penned by the Chera King Paalai Paadiya Perunkadunko. The verse is situated in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’ and ponders on the question of what is lasting wealth.By Nandini Karky
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In this episode, we listen to a piercing question put forth, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 7, penned by the Chera King Paalai Paadiya Perunkadunko. The verse is situated in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’ and narrates the consequences of the man's preparations to part away.By Nandini Karky
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In this episode, we perceive the immense love in a lady, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 6, penned by the Chera King Paalai Paadiya Perunkadunko. The verse is situated in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’ and reveals the determination in the mind of a young woman.By Nandini Karky
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In this episode, we perceive an effort of persuasion, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 5, penned by the Chera King Paalai Paadiya Perunkadunko. The verse is situated in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape' and narrates the state of the lady if the man were to part away.By Nandini Karky
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In this episode, we observe the intricate interactions between the man and the lady, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 4, penned by the Chera King Paalai Paadiya Perunkadunko. The verse is situated in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape' and depicts the dangers in a journey to seek wealth.…
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In this episode, we listen to a conversation about the man's parting, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 3, penned by the Chera King Paalai Paadiya Perunkadunko. The verse is situated in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape' and reveals the impact of nature on human emotions.By Nandini Karky
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In this episode, we hear the jubilant voice of the lady's confidante, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 2, penned by the Chera King Paalai Paadiya Perunkadunko. The verse is situated in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape' and ponders on the question of what is true wealth.By Nandini Karky
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In this episode, we perceive the roles of a god and his consort, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 1, penned by an anonymous poet. Kalithogai is a collection of musical verses in the 'Aham' or 'Inner life' classification of Sangam Literature. This first verse is a prayer song, believed to be added to this collection at a later period.…
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Ainkurunooru 491-500: Ripples of the Return
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In this episode, we perceive the celebration in the man's return home, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Ainkurunooru 491-500, situated in the ‘Mullai’ or ‘Forest landscape’ and penned by the poet Peyanaar.By Nandini Karky
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In this episode, we perceive the urgency in the man's command to his charioteer, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Ainkurunooru 481-490, situated in the ‘Mullai’ or ‘Forest landscape’ and penned by the poet Peyanaar.By Nandini Karky
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Ainkurunooru 471-480: Ballad of the Bearer Bard
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In this episode, we perceive the role of bard as a messenger of love, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Ainkurunooru 471-480, situated in the ‘Mullai’ or ‘Forest landscape’ and penned by the poet Peyanaar.By Nandini Karky
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Ainkurunooru 461-470: Consolation of the Confidante
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In this episode, we listen to hopeful words rendered to an anxious heart, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Ainkurunooru 461-470, situated in the ‘Mullai’ or ‘Forest landscape’ and penned by the poet Peyanaar.By Nandini Karky
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Ainkurunooru 451-460: Tears from the Homefront
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In this episode, we perceive the yearning of the lady, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Ainkurunooru 451-460, situated in the ‘Mullai’ or ‘Forest landscape’ and penned by the poet Peyanaar.By Nandini Karky
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Ainkurunooru 441-450: Heartbeats from the battlefield
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In this episode, we listen to the laments of the man, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Ainkurunooru 441-450, situated in the ‘Mullai’ or ‘Forest landscape’ and penned by the poet Peyanaar.By Nandini Karky
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Ainkurunooru 431-440: Ode to the Flowering Forest
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In this episode, we perceive the effect of the rains on a domain, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Ainkurunooru 431-440, situated in the ‘Mullai’ or ‘Forest landscape’ and penned by the poet Peyanaar.By Nandini Karky
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In this episode, we listen to various perspectives on parting away, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Ainkurunooru 421-430, situated in the ‘Mullai’ or ‘Forest landscape’ and penned by the poet Peyanaar.By Nandini Karky
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Ainkurunooru 411-420: This Time This Place
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In this episode, we listen to joyous words about the arrival of a season, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Ainkurunooru 411-420, situated in the ‘Mullai’ or ‘Forest landscape’ and penned by the poet Peyanaar.By Nandini Karky
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Ainkurunooru 401-410: Music of Togetherness
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In this episode, we listen to the sweet reminiscences of the lady's foster mother, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Ainkurunooru 401-410, situated in the ‘Mullai’ or ‘Forest landscape’ and penned by the poet Peyanaar.By Nandini Karky
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Ainkurunooru 391-400: Return of the Daughter
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In this episode, we perceive joyful scenes of homecoming, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Ainkurunooru 391-400, situated in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’ and penned by the poet Othalaanthaiyaar.By Nandini Karky
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Ainkurunooru 381-390: Portraits of the Parted Pair
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In this episode, we perceive the observations of travellers, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Ainkurunooru 381-390, situated in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’ and penned by the poet Othalaanthaiyaar.By Nandini Karky
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Ainkurunooru 371-380: Ballad of the Melancholic Mother
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In this episode, we listen to the lament of a mother, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Ainkurunooru 371-380, situated in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’ and penned by the poet Othalaanthaiyaar.By Nandini Karky
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Ainkurunooru 361-370: About Her About Him
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In this episode, we listen to perspectives about people, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Ainkurunooru 361-370, situated in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’ and penned by the poet Othalaanthaiyaar.By Nandini Karky
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In this episode, we listen to the joyous news of the man's return, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Ainkurunooru 351-360, situated in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’ and penned by the poet Othalaanthaiyaar.By Nandini Karky
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In this episode, we perceive the arrival of the promised season, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Ainkurunooru 341-350, situated in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’ and penned by the poet Othalaanthaiyaar.By Nandini Karky
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Ainkurunooru 331-340: Laments of the Lady
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In this episode, we perceive the lady's emotions after the man's parting, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Ainkurunooru 331-340, situated in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’ and penned by the poet Othalaanthaiyaar.By Nandini Karky
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Ainkurunooru 321-330: Thoughts of the Beloved
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In this episode, we travel to the parched spaces in the midst of the drylands, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Ainkurunooru 321-330, situated in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape' and penned by the poet Othalaanthaiyaar.By Nandini Karky
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Ainkurunooru 311-320: Journey of the Parted
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In this episode, we perceive the emotions in parting, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Ainkurunooru 311-320, situated in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape' and penned by the poet Othalaanthaiyaar.By Nandini Karky
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In this episode, we listen to the strong words of the confidante, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Ainkurunooru 300-310, situated in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape' and penned by the poet Othalaanthaiyaar.By Nandini Karky
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Ainkurunooru 291-300: Trail of the Peacock’s Tail
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In this episode, we observe the dance of the peacock, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Ainkurunooru 291-300, situated in the 'Kurinji' or 'Mountain landscape' and penned by the poet Kabilar.By Nandini Karky
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Ainkurunooru 281-290: In Gratitude to the Parrots
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In this episode, we perceive scenes involving parrots in a mountain field, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Ainkurunooru 281-290, situated in the 'Kurinji' or 'Mountain landscape' and penned by the poet Kabilar.By Nandini Karky
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