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Puranaanooru 302 – Counting courage

Sangam Lit

English - January 09, 2024 07:46 - 5 minutes - 4.74 MB - ★★★★★ - 18 ratings
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In this episode, we listen to an account of a young soldier's actions in war and peace, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 302, penned by the poet Veri Paadiya Kaamakanniyaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Thumbai Thinai' or 'Battle of two kings' and etches the perceived compassion and courage of the protagonist.