Sangam Lit
1,187 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★★ - 18 ratingsReflections on 2000 Year Old Tamil Poetry
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Puranaanooru 337 – A war to win a maiden
February 19, 2024 07:21 - 7 minutes - 6.65 MBIn this episode, we meet with a young maiden and her family, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 337, penned by the poet Kabilar. Set in the category of 'Kaanji Thinai' or 'Defence', the verse brings to light a precarious situation involving suitors in marriage.
Puranaanooru 336 – No one to stop the war
February 17, 2024 05:06 - 5 minutes - 4.81 MBIn this episode, we hear a subtle cry against war, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 336, penned by the poet Paranar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Kanchi Thinai' or 'Defence' and reveals the events that have led to an outbreak of hostilities.
Puranaanooru 335 – The only god there is
February 16, 2024 01:40 - 5 minutes - 4.77 MBin this episode, we listen to powerful statements about worship, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 335, penned by the poet Mangudi Kizhaar. Set in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Victory', the verse talks about the elements of importance in a leader's town.
Puranaanooru 334 – Hands of the two
February 15, 2024 04:42 - 3 minutes - 3.36 MBIn this episode, we learn of the acts of compassion in a household, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 334, penned by the poet Madurai Thamizh Koothanaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Victory' and gives a glimpse of the division of labour in Sangam times.
Puranaanooru 333 – An unfailing generosity
February 14, 2024 05:44 - 7 minutes - 6.69 MBIn this episode, we meet with a generous lady, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 333, penned by an anonymous poet. Set in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Victory', the verse talks about the sense of compassion and fairness in the midst of an impoverished situation.
Puranaanooru 332 – An ode to a spear
February 13, 2024 03:53 - 3 minutes - 3.45 MBIn this episode, we listen to the greatness of a leader's spear, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 332, penned by the poet Viriyoor Nakkanaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Victory' and elaborates on the places that a spear can be.
Puranaanooru 331 – The constancy of generosity
February 12, 2024 03:48 - 5 minutes - 4.59 MBIn this episode, we perceive how a leader faces different circumstances, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 331, penned by the poet Uraiyoor Muthukoothanaar. Set in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Victory', the verse sketches striking similes to convey the nature of a leader's generosity.
Puranaanooru 330 – Steady like the shore
February 10, 2024 05:03 - 3 minutes - 3.02 MBIn this episode, we observe a leader's courage in the battlefield, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 330, penned by the poet Madurai Kanakkayanaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Victory' and reveals the economic status of a town.
Puranaanooru 329 – Divine and Dangerous
February 09, 2024 03:35 - 5 minutes - 4.68 MBIn this episode, we perceive the virtues of a town, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 329, penned by the poet Madurai Aruvai Vaanikan Ilavettanaar. Set in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Victory', the verse informs us about ancestor worship in Sangam times.
Puranaanooru 328 – A humble feast
February 08, 2024 07:04 - 4 minutes - 4.22 MBIn this episode, we observe the promise of good food, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 328, penned by an anonymous poet. The verse is situated in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Victory' and talks about a leader's generosity in the midst of difficult circumstances.
Puranaanooru 327 – A cycle of debt
February 07, 2024 07:07 - 4 minutes - 4.29 MBIn this episode, we observe the extent of a leader's generosity, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 327, penned by an anonymous poet. The verse is situated in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Victory' and reveals the impoverished state of a courageous leader.
Puranaanooru 326 – A Single-minded Sangam couple
February 06, 2024 07:43 - 6 minutes - 6.4 MBIn this episode, we perceive the noble virtues of a couple as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 326, penned by the poet Thangaal Porkollanaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Victory' and presents a vivid scene around a Sangam home in the woods.
Puranaanooru 325 – Poverty and generosity
February 05, 2024 07:56 - 5 minutes - 5.47 MBIn this episode, we gather intriguing facets in the life of people from a drylands domain, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 325, penned by the poet Uraiyoor Muthukannan Saathanaar. Set in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Victory', the verse talks about a leader's courage and compassion.
Puranaanooru 324 – A timeless bond
February 03, 2024 07:29 - 5 minutes - 4.9 MBIn this episode, we perceive detailed descriptions about the children of hunters, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 324, penned by the poet Aalathoor Kizhaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Victory' and speaks about the support a leader extends to his superior king.
Puranaanooru 323 – Compassion for a stranger
February 02, 2024 11:06 - 4 minutes - 3.68 MBIn this episode, we perceive compassion both in the wild and in the home, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 323, penned by an anonymous poet. The verse is situated in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Victory' and talks about the unfailing courage of a leader.
Puranaanooru 322 – Startled beings and worried kings
February 01, 2024 04:11 - 4 minutes - 4.25 MBIn this episode, we observe action-packed moments, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 322, penned by the poet Avoor Kizhaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Victory' and etches the terror evoked by the leader of a town.
Puranaanooru 321 – In the trail of a quail
January 31, 2024 08:34 - 4 minutes - 4.06 MBIn this episode, we perceive dynamic scenes in a town as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 321, penned by the poet Uraiyoor Maruthuvan Damodaranaar. Set in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Victory', the verse guides a bard in the direction of a leader's hospitality.
Puranaanooru 320 – A fragrant feast awaits
January 30, 2024 04:14 - 7 minutes - 6.69 MBIn this episode, we perceive a fascinating scene in a hunter's home, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 320, penned by the poet Veerai Veliyanaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Victory' and talks about the limitless generosity of a leader.
Puranaanooru 319 – Welcome at a leader’s abode
January 29, 2024 07:17 - 6 minutes - 6.33 MBIn this episode, we take in domestic scenes of everyday life, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 319, penned by the poet Alangudi Vanganaar. Set in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Victory', the verse echoes the trust in the triumphant return of a king.
Puranaanooru 318 – A nest of prosperity
January 27, 2024 03:29 - 5 minutes - 5.02 MBIn this episode, we perceive the present prosperity of a place with a curious illustration, as portrayed in Sangam literary work, Puranaanooru 318, penned by the poet Perunkundroor Kizhaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Victory' and speaks about the consequence of a king's fall.
Puranaanooru 317 – Courageous and Compassionate
January 26, 2024 05:25 - 3 minutes - 2.82 MBIn this episode, we learn of the compassionate nature of an unassuming leader, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 317, penned by the poet Vempatroor Kumaranaar. Set in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Victory', the verse sketches the nature of a sleeping hero.
Puranaanooru 316 – Sleeping in triumph
January 25, 2024 07:01 - 4 minutes - 3.77 MBIn this episode, we are introduced to an interesting character, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 316, penned by the poet Madurai Kallil Kadaiyathan Vennaakanaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Victory' and portrays the after-effects of a triumph in a battle.
Puranaanooru 315 – Restrained and Radiant
January 24, 2024 07:43 - 4 minutes - 3.86 MBIn this episode, we perceive the characteristics of a king, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 315, penned about the Velir King Athiyamaan Nedumaan Anji by the poet Avvaiyaar. Set in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Victory', the verse highlights and contrasts the elements of this ruler's nature.
Puranaanooru 314 – On a loyal leader
January 23, 2024 07:25 - 3 minutes - 2.86 MBIn this episode, we listen to the attributes of a valorous leader, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 314, penned by the poet Aiyoor Mudavanaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Victory' and paints a portrait of a striking personality.
Puranaanooru 313 – An assured generosity
January 22, 2024 07:41 - 3 minutes - 3.66 MBIn this episode, we perceive the importance accorded to rendering charity, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 313, penned by the poet Mangudi Maruthanaar. Set in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Victory', the verse reveals the trust in the generosity of a king.
Puranaanooru 312 – Roles in society
January 21, 2024 05:24 - 4 minutes - 4.09 MBIn this episode, we perceive the duties of the members of society, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 312, penned by the poet Ponmudiyaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Victory' and presents a mother's eye view of her son's life.
Puranaanooru 311 – A shining personality
January 20, 2024 05:57 - 3 minutes - 2.93 MBIn this episode, we listen to the immense courage of a chieftain, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 311, penned by the poet Avvaiyaar. Set in the category of 'Thumbai Thinai' or 'Battle of two kings', the verse etches the greatness of a leader in times of war and peace.
Puranaanooru 310 – Then a child now a soldier
January 19, 2024 01:41 - 3 minutes - 2.95 MBIn this episode, we perceive a mother's sorrow, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 310, penned by the poet Ponmudiyaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Thumbai Thinai' or 'Battle of two kings' and speaks about the then and now of a soldier.
Puranaanooru 309 – The instigator of fear
January 18, 2024 05:13 - 3 minutes - 3.18 MBIn this episode, we understand a unique quality of a soldier, as depicted in Sangam literary work, Puranaanooru 309, penned by the poet Madurai Ilankanni Kosikanaar. Set in the category of 'Thumbai Thinai' or 'Battle of two kings', the verse presents striking similes to capture the essence of a personality.
Puranaanooru 308 – Holding high the piercing spear
January 17, 2024 12:20 - 4 minutes - 4.29 MBIn this episode, we take in the infinite courage of a warrior in the battlefield, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 308, penned by the poet Kovoor Kizhaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Victory' and echoes a wife's pride.
Puranaanooru 307 – An end with an elephant
January 16, 2024 13:36 - 6 minutes - 5.7 MBIn this episode, we perceive what was considered a valorous action in the battlefield, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 307, penned by an anonymous poet. Set in the category of 'Thumbai Thinai' or 'Battle of two kings', the verse sketches the search for a fallen warrior and the events that unfolded.
Puranaanooru 306 – A woman’s prayer
January 13, 2024 02:39 - 3 minutes - 2.86 MBIn this episode, we listen to the fervent wishes of a lady, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 306, penned by the poet Alloor Nanmullaiyaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Victory' and reveals the priorities in the mind of a married Sangam woman.
Puranaanooru 305 – An impactful message
January 12, 2024 08:09 - 3 minutes - 3.09 MBIn this episode, we perceive an action which prevents a momentous event, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 305, penned by the poet Madurai Velaasaan. Set in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Victory', the verse talks about the triumph of a messenger.
Puranaanooru 304 – An oath of revenge
January 11, 2024 07:37 - 3 minutes - 3.43 MBIn this episode, we perceive a vow and its impact, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 304, penned by the poet Arisil Kizhaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Thumbai Thinai' or 'Battle of two kings' and sketches the emotions of rage and revenge.
Puranaanooru 303 – Stance of the avenging foe
January 10, 2024 06:39 - 5 minutes - 4.61 MBIn this episode, we perceive admiration for a foe, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 303, penned by the poet Erumai Veliyanaar. Set in the category of 'Thumbai Thinai' or 'Battle of two kings', the verse paints a dual portrait of warriors from opposing camps.
Puranaanooru 302 – Counting courage
January 09, 2024 07:46 - 5 minutes - 4.74 MBIn 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.
Puranaanooru 301 – A fight among equals
January 08, 2024 07:16 - 6 minutes - 6.26 MBIn this first episode for 2024, we perceive subtle values upheld in the battlefield, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 301, penned by the poet Aavoor Moolankizhaar. Set in the category of 'Thumbai Thinai' or 'Battle of two kings', the verse etches the principles of a king, when facing the enemy.
Puranaanooru 300 – Searching with passion
December 22, 2023 00:38 - 4 minutes - 3.84 MBIn this episode, we take in furious intentions that unfold in the battlefield, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 300, penned by the poet Arisil Kizhaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Thumbai Thinai' or 'Battle of two kings' and sketches the passion of a soldier in his search for an enemy.
Puranaanooru 299 – Contrast in the battlefront
December 21, 2023 03:46 - 5 minutes - 4.68 MBIn this episode, we observe a clash of two armies, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 299, penned by the poet Pon Mudiyaar. Set in the category of 'Nochchi Thinai' or 'Defence from within', the verse contrasts the actions of the clashing forces.
Puranaanooru 298 – Repaying kindness
December 20, 2023 04:43 - 4 minutes - 3.81 MBIn this episode, we observe the relationship dynamics between a king and his soldiers, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 298, penned by the poet Aaliyaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Karanthai Thinai' or 'Recapturing' and indirectly reveals the noble virtues of a leader.
Puranaanooru 297 – Soaring like a tree
December 19, 2023 04:09 - 4 minutes - 4.15 MBIn this episode, we understand the preferences of victorious warriors, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 297, penned by an anonymous poet. Set in the category of 'Vetchi Thinai' or 'Capturing', the verse differentiates two different types of towns in Sangam times.
Puranaanooru 296 – A delay in returning
December 18, 2023 04:49 - 2 minutes - 2.52 MBIn this episode, we observe the reaction to a person's absence as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 296, penned by the poet Vellai Maaranaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Victory' and talks about the virtue of a warrior.
Puranaanooru 295 – Miracle in a mother
December 17, 2023 02:03 - 3 minutes - 3.54 MBIn this episode, we perceive a miracle moment in the battlefield, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 295, penned by the poet Avvaiyaar. Set in the category of 'Thumbai Thinai' or 'Battle of two kings', the verse sketches the courage of a warrior and the love of a mother.
Puranaanooru 294 – Messenger of death
December 16, 2023 04:49 - 3 minutes - 3.59 MBIn this episode, we perceive the confidence of a warrior, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 294, penned by the poet Perunthalai Saathanaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Thumbai Thinai' or 'Battle of two kings' and brings alive an ancient battlefront.
Puranaanooru 293 – Effects of war afar
December 15, 2023 05:49 - 3 minutes - 3.63 MBIn this episode, we perceive problems caused by war, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 293, penned by the poet Nochi Niyamankizhaar. Set in the category of 'Kanji Thinai' or 'Defence', the verse talks about the call to war and the fall of a flower seller.
Puranaanooru 292 – Rushing to receive
December 14, 2023 07:53 - 3 minutes - 3.41 MBIn this episode, we listen to celebratory words about a person, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanoory 292, penned by the poet Virichiyoor Nannaakanaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Vanji Thinai' or 'Prowess' and etches a portrait of a quirky character.
Puranaanooru 291 – A king’s love
December 13, 2023 07:16 - 4 minutes - 3.75 MBIn this episode, we observe the angst of a warrior's wife, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 291, penned by the poet Nedunkalathu Paranar. Set in the category of 'Karanthai Thinai' or 'Recapturing', the verse talks about the king's respect and affection for this warrior.
Puranaanooru 290 – An heir of renown
December 12, 2023 06:34 - 3 minutes - 3.63 MBIn this episode, we perceive the fame of a warrior, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 290, penned by the prolific poet Avvaiyaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Karanthai Thinai' or 'Recapturing' and etches the promising personality of a young man.
Puranaanooru 289 – First among equals
December 11, 2023 08:18 - 4 minutes - 4.38 MBIn this episode, we perceive a process of careful selection, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 289, penned by the poet Kazhaathalaiyaar. Set in an unidentified category, the verse sketches the mindset of a leader before a battle.
Puranaanooru 288 – Roaring drums and roving birds
December 09, 2023 11:08 - 3 minutes - 2.98 MBIn this episode, we observe events in a battle, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 288, penned by the poet Kazhathalaiyaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Thumbai Thinai' or 'Battle of two kings' and talks about the courage and love shining in that battlefield.