Sangam Lit
1,200 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 18 ratingsReflections on 2000 Year Old Tamil Poetry
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Puranaanooru 98 – Like the God of Death
February 07, 2023 08:00 - 5 minutes - 5.31 MBIn this episode, we perceive the mindset of enemy kings, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 98, 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 narrates the consequences of the king's decision to battle.
Puranaanooru 97 – Be warned
February 06, 2023 08:55 - 7 minutes - 6.6 MBIn this episode, we listen to a message of warning, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 97, 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 paints a vivid picture of the prowess of this king in a battlefield.
Puranaanooru 96 – Disease and Dislike
February 04, 2023 08:52 - 3 minutes - 3.29 MBIn this episode, we meet a dashing prince, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 96, 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 dangers in this young man's life.
Puranaanooru 95 – The state of spears
February 03, 2023 10:33 - 5 minutes - 4.83 MBIn this episode, we observe an ingenious technique to prevent a war, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 95, 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 talks about how a messenger rendered the perfect words poised to change an enemy king's heart.
Puranaanooru 94 – Enchanting and daunting
February 02, 2023 07:57 - 3 minutes - 2.98 MBIn this episode, we perceive contrasting imagery, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 94, 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 vividly sketches the personality of this king.
Puranaanooru 93 – Saved by battle wounds
February 01, 2023 08:36 - 4 minutes - 4.56 MBIn this episode, we learn of courage and death in an ancient battlefield, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 93, 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 sketches the honourable conquest of this king at war.
Puranaanooru 92 – Chatter of a child
January 31, 2023 05:43 - 3 minutes - 2.95 MBIn this episode, we relish an intriguing comparison, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 92, penned about the Velir king Athiyamaan Nedumaan Anji by the poet Avvaiyaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'King's praise' and echoes a deep truth about reality and perception.
Puranaanooru 91 – The gift of long life
January 30, 2023 08:02 - 4 minutes - 4.36 MBIn this episode, we perceive an act of benevolence, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 91, penned about the Velir king Athiyamaan Nedumaan Anji by the renowned poet Avvaiyaar. Set in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'King's praise', the verse celebrates a thoughtful gesture by this king.
Puranaanooru 90 – Assurance of victory
January 28, 2023 11:36 - 4 minutes - 4.52 MBIn this episode, we listen to words of encouragement rendered unto a king, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 90, penned on the Velir king Athiyamaan Nedumaan Anji by the poet Avvaiyaar. The verse is set in the category of 'Thumbai Thinai' or 'Battle of two kings' and demonstrates how victory is sure to favour the king.
Puranaanooru 89 – Battle-ready king and men
January 25, 2023 05:47 - 4 minutes - 4.29 MBIn this episode, we perceive a region's readiness to battle, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 89, penned on the Velir king Athiyamaan Nedumaan Anji by the poet Avvaiyaar. Set in the category of 'Thumbai Thinai' or 'Battle of two kings', the verse responds to an arrogant question from an enemy king.
Puranaanooru 88 – Judge not without seeing
January 24, 2023 05:45 - 3 minutes - 3 MBIn this episode, we listen to a glowing depiction of a king, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 88, penned on the Velir king Athiyamaan Nedumaan Anji by the poet Avvaiyaar. The verse is set in the category of 'Thumbai Thinai' or 'Battle of two kings' and renders a message of warning to enemy kings.
Puranaanooru 87 – A month of focus
January 23, 2023 04:40 - 3 minutes - 3.59 MBIn this episode, we perceive a striking simile to sketch a portrait of a king, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 87, penned on the Velir king Athiyamaan Nedumaan Anji by the illustrious poet from Sangam times, Avvaiyaar. Set in the category of 'Thumbai Thinai' or 'Battle of two kings', the verse talks about the strength and skill of this Sangam ruler.
Puranaanooru 86 – A mother on her son
January 19, 2023 03:06 - 3 minutes - 3.56 MBIn this episode, we perceive the bond of a mother with her son, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 86, penned by the poet, Kaavarpendu. The verse is situated in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Battle victory' and renders the whereabouts of a person.
Puranaanooru 85 – Winning in a foreign land
January 18, 2023 06:37 - 4 minutes - 3.75 MBIn this episode, we perceive the conclusion of a fight, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 85, penned about the Chozha King Poravai Kopperunarkilli by the poet Nakkannaiyaar. Set in the category of 'Kaikilai' or 'Inappropriate love', the verse highlights two different stances of the townsfolk regarding the king.
Puranaanooru 84 – Like a feared path
January 17, 2023 07:08 - 3 minutes - 3.57 MBIn this episode, we perceive the distress of unrequited feelings, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 84, penned about the Chozha King Poravai Kopperunarkilli by the poet Nakkannaiyaar. The verse is set in the category of 'Kaikilai' or 'Inappropriate love' and talks about the state of soldiers who dare to oppose the king in battle.
Puranaanooru 83 – A mind split into two
January 16, 2023 07:29 - 3 minutes - 3.27 MBIn this episode, we perceive passion in a lady's heart, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 83, penned about the Chozha King Poravai Kopperunarkilli by the poet Nakkannaiyaar. Set in the category of 'Kaikilai' or 'Inappropriate love', the verse intrigues us with its hues of inner life.
Puranaanooru 82 – As fast as a labourer’s hand
January 14, 2023 05:00 - 3 minutes - 3.41 MBIn this episode, we perceive the brevity of a battle with a striking simile, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 82, penned about the Chozha King Poravai Kopperunarkilli by the poet Saathanthaiyaar. The verse is set in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'King's victory' and describes how soon a fierce fight ended.
Puranaanooru 81 – Pitiable are the enemies
January 13, 2023 06:57 - 2 minutes - 2.5 MBIn this episode, we perceive the fierceness of a king's army, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 81, penned about the Chozha King Poravai Kopperunarkilli by the poet Saathanthaiyaar. Set in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'King's victory', the verse talks about the king's generosity and courage.
Puranaanooru 80 – A sketch of combat skills
January 12, 2023 07:01 - 4 minutes - 3.81 MBIn this episode, we hear of the power and skill of a royal, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 80, penned about the Chozha King Poravai Kopperunarkilli by the poet Saathanthaiyaar. The verse is situated in the category of ‘Thumbai Thinai’ or ‘battle of two kings’ and talks about the impressive victory of this king in hand to hand combat.
Puranaanooru 79 – Fate of enemy soldiers
January 11, 2023 11:49 - 3 minutes - 3.36 MBIn this episode, we perceive the majestic stride of a king into a battlefield, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 79, penned about the Pandya King Thalaiyaalankaanathu Cheruvendra Nedunchezhiyan by the poet Idaikundroor Kizhaar. Set in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'King's victory', the verse mulls over the fate of enemy soldiers.
Puranaanooru 78 – Arrogance in retreat
January 10, 2023 09:24 - 5 minutes - 4.68 MBIn this episode, we hear of the fall of the enemy's ego and the rise of a king's might, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 78, penned about the Pandya King Thalaiyaalankaanathu Cheruvendra Nedunchezhiyan by the poet Idaikundroor Kizhaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'King's victory' and talks about the disastrous defeat of enemy kings.
Puranaanooru 77 – What was and what is
January 09, 2023 10:51 - 7 minutes - 6.54 MBIn this episode, we are given strong hints about the age of a warrior king, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 77, penned about the Pandya King Thalaiyaalankaanathu Cheruvendra Nedunchezhiyan by the poet Idaikundroor Kizhaar. Set in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'King's victory', the verse talks about the attitude of this king on the battlefield.
Puranaanooru 76 – An exceptional event in history
January 07, 2023 06:57 - 5 minutes - 4.95 MBIn this episode, we perceive a significant event in the battlefield, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 76, penned about the Pandya King Thalaiyaalankaanathu Cheruvendra Nedunchezhiyan by the poet Idaikundroor Kizhaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'King's victory' and describes the unparalleled achievement of this ruler.
Puranaanooru 75 – Lightness of ruling a land
January 06, 2023 08:03 - 5 minutes - 4.97 MBIn this episode, we perceive a king's view on who a great king is, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 75, penned by the Chozha king Nalankilli. Set in the category of 'Pothuviyal Thinai' or 'miscellaneous matters', the verse contrasts the attributes of two types of rulers.
Puranaanooru 74 – A king in chains
January 05, 2023 05:21 - 4 minutes - 3.93 MBIn this episode, we perceive the suffering in a king's heart, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 74, penned by the Chera King Kanaikkaal Irumporai. The verse is situated in the category of 'Pothuviyal Thinai' or 'miscellaneous matters' and talks about honour in the birth and life of rulers.
Puranaanooru 73 – Love of a flawless heart
January 04, 2023 06:51 - 5 minutes - 5.27 MBIn this episode, we listen to furious words uttered by a king, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 73, penned by the Chozha king Nalankilli. Set in the category of 'Kaanji Thinai' or 'King's oath', the verse highlights a surprising priority in this king's life.
Puranaanooru 72 – Value of a poet’s praise
January 03, 2023 07:32 - 6 minutes - 5.51 MBIn this episode, we learn of the duties of a king, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 72, penned by a Pandya King Thalaiyaalankaanathu Cheruvendra Nedunchezhiyan. The verse is situated in the category of 'Kaanji Thinai' or 'King's oath' and expresses the rage in the king's mind about the attitude of attacking kings.
Puranaanooru 71 – Priorities Past and Present
January 02, 2023 07:57 - 7 minutes - 6.67 MBIn this episode, we perceive priorities in life from a king's perspective, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 71, penned by a poet-king from the Pandya dynasty, Ollaiyoor Thantha Bootha Pandiyan. Set in the category of 'Kaanji Thinai' or 'King's oath', the verse sketches the emotions of this king on hearing about the decision of enemy kings to attack his land.
Puranaanooru 70 – Unceasing notes of kindness
December 15, 2022 08:23 - 6 minutes - 6.31 MBIn this episode, we relish a series of striking similes, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 70, penned about the Chozha King Kulamutrathu Thunjiya Killivalavan by the poet Kovoor Kizhaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'King's praise' and talks about the wealth and generosity of this king.
Puranaanooru 69 – A bee-bereft lotus
December 14, 2022 09:17 - 5 minutes - 4.93 MBIn this episode, we listen to the valour and generosity of a king, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 69, penned about the Chozha King Kulamutrathu Thunjiya Killivalavan by the poet Aalathoor Kizhaar. Set in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'King's praise', the verse promises good tidings to a poor bard, who has nowhere to turn.
Puranaanooru 68 – A guide to prosperity
December 13, 2022 11:05 - 5 minutes - 4.95 MBIn this episode, we listen to an account of wealth and courage in the king's country, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 68, penned about the Chozha King Nalankilli by the poet Kovoor Kizhaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'King's praise' and directs an impoverished bard to the court of the said king.
Puranaanooru 67 – The poet’s winged messenger
December 12, 2022 08:57 - 4 minutes - 4.04 MBIn this episode, we listen to words rendered unto a migratory bird, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 67, penned about the Chozha king Koperunchozhan by the poet Pisiraanthaiyaar. Set in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'King's praise', the verse illustrates a poet's perspective of the regard his patron had for him.
Puranaanooru 66 – The greater victory
December 08, 2022 05:16 - 3 minutes - 3.54 MBIn this episode, we listen to a bold statement of comparison, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 66, penned about the Chozha King Karikaalan by the poet Venni Kuyathiyaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'king's victory' and talks about how this king's opponent seems to have claimed a greater victory.
Puranaanooru 65 – Honour above life
December 07, 2022 03:34 - 4 minutes - 4.45 MBIn this episode, we perceive the sense of honour in a king, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 65, penned about the Chera King Peruncheralathan by the poet Kazhaathalaiyaar. Set in the category of 'Pothuviyal Thinai' or 'miscellaneous matters', the verse talks about the despair of a nation because of a king's fateful decision.
Puranaanooru 64 – Poverty of performers
December 06, 2022 04:07 - 3 minutes - 3.25 MBIn this episode, we learn of the impoverished life of a poet, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 64, penned about the Pandya King Palyaakasalai Muthukudumi Peruvazhuthi by the poet Nedumpalliyathanaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Paadan Thinai' or 'King's praise' and directs a dancing maiden to avail the generosity of this Pandya king.
Puranaanooru 63 – Ruins of war
December 05, 2022 04:28 - 5 minutes - 4.72 MBIn this episode, we hear of all that's ruined on a battlefield, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 63, penned about the Chera King Kudakko Neduncheralathan and Chozha king Verpahradakkai Peruviral Killi by the poet Paranar. Set in the category of ‘Thumbai Thinai’ or ‘battle of two kings’, the verse details the state of the animals, objects and people at the end of a tragic war.
Puranaanooru 62 – The fall of kings
December 02, 2022 08:18 - 5 minutes - 5.06 MBIn this episode, we perceive scenes from a tragic battlefield, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 62, penned about the Chera King Kudakko Neduncheralathan and Chozha king Verpahradakkai Peruviral Killi by the poet Kazhaathalaiyaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Thumbai Thinai' or 'battle of two kings' and relates scenes of pain and loss in a battlefield.
Puranaanooru 61 – Fields of prosperity
December 01, 2022 06:53 - 6 minutes - 6.08 MBIn this episode, we perceive the riches in a king's country, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 61, penned about the Chozha King Ilavanthikaippalli Thunjiya Nalankilli Chetchenni by the poet Erichaloor Maadalan Madurai Kumaranaar. Set in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'King's victory', the verse describes the state of the king's enemies and proteges.
Puranaanooru 60 – Montages of a monarch’s reign
November 30, 2022 10:05 - 4 minutes - 4.29 MBIn this episode, we relish a stack of similes that celebrate a king, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 60, penned about the Chozha King Kuraapalli Thunjiya Perunthirumaavalavan by the poet Uraiyur Maruthuvan Thaamotharanaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Paadan Thinai' or 'King's praise' and talks in a symbolic manner about the reign of this ruler.
Puranaanooru 59 – Searing sun and merciful moon
November 29, 2022 09:06 - 3 minutes - 2.82 MBIn this episode, we listen to a tribute paid to a king, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 59, penned about the Pandya King Chithiramaadathu Thunjiya Nanmaaran by the poet Madurai Koolavaanikan Seethalai Saathanaar. Set in the category of 'Paadan Thinai' or 'king's praise', the verse compares the ruler's nature to celestial objects.
Puranaanooru 58 – Two standing as one
November 24, 2022 10:30 - 8 minutes - 7.51 MBIn this episode, we encounter not one but two kings of that ancient era, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 58, penned about the Chozha King Kuraapalli Thunjiya Perunthirumaavalavan and the Pandya King Velliampalathu Thunjiya Peruvazhuthi by the poet Kaaviripoompattinathu Kaari Kannanaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'King's praise' and delights in the together stand of these two rulers.
Puranaanooru 57 – A plea for the trees
November 23, 2022 12:22 - 4 minutes - 3.86 MBIn this episode, we hear a plea to a warring king, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 57, penned about the Pandya King Ilavanthikaipalli Thunjiya Nanmaaran by the poet Kaaviripoompattinathu Kaarikannanaar. Set in the category of 'Vanji Thinai' or 'King's prowess', the verse focuses on the acts of a king in the middle of a siege.
Puranaanooru 56 – Likeness of the Gods
November 22, 2022 13:22 - 7 minutes - 6.99 MBIn this episode, we perceive the comparison of a pantheon of gods to a patron, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 56, penned about the Pandya King Ilavanthikaipalli Thunjiya Nanmaaran by the poet Madurai Kanakkaayanaar Makanaar Nakkeeranaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Paadan Thinai' or 'king's praise' and celebrates the virtues of this king.
Puranaanooru 55 – In the eyes of a just ruler
November 21, 2022 06:51 - 5 minutes - 5.27 MBIn this episode, we listen to a tribute paid to a king, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 55, penned about the Pandya King Ilavanthikaipalli Thunjiya Nanmaaran by the poet Madurai Maruthan Ilanaakanaar. Set in the category of 'Paadan Thinai' or 'King's praise', the verse renders words of advice to the ruler.
Puranaanooru 54 – Where the tiger sleeps
November 17, 2022 07:34 - 5 minutes - 4.72 MBIn this episode, we perceive the contrasting perspectives that a ruler presents, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 54, penned about the Chera King Kuttuvan Kothai by the poet Konaattu Erichaloor Maadalan Madurai Kumaranaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'King's victory' and talks about the compassion and strength of this Chera king.
Puranaanooru 53 – Prowess of a past poet
November 16, 2022 07:57 - 5 minutes - 5.36 MBIn this episode, we perceive the respect Sangam poets had for their predecessors, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 53, penned about the Chera King Maantharancheral Irumporai by the poet Porunthil Ilankeeranaar. Set in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'King's victory', the verse mentions about the poet's attempts to capture the essence of the king's war exploits.
Puranaanooru 52 – From fields to forests
November 15, 2022 05:53 - 6 minutes - 5.86 MBIn this episode, we perceive the changing nature of a nation caught in a war, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 52, penned about the Pandya King Koodakaarathu Thunjiya Maaran Vazhuthi by the poet Maruthan Ilanaakanaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'king's victory' and talks about the past and future of enemy lands.
Puranaanooru 51 – A day’s life of strife
November 14, 2022 08:00 - 4 minutes - 4.34 MBIn this episode, we perceive the fury of a king, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 51, penned about the Pandya King Koodakaarathu Thunjiya Maaran Vazhuthi by the poet Aiyoor Mudavanaar. Set in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'King's victory', the verse speaks about the state of those who oppose this Pandya king.
Puranaanooru 50 – Tradition versus Tolerance
November 05, 2022 07:53 - 6 minutes - 5.51 MBIn this episode, we perceive the noble act of a king, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 50, penned about the Chera King Thakadur Erintha Peruncheral Irumporai, by the poet Mosi Keeranaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Paadan Thinai' or 'King's praise' and depicts the tolerance and compassion of this Chera king.
Puranaanooru 49 – Lord of lands three
November 04, 2022 06:15 - 4 minutes - 3.84 MBIn this episode, we learn of the geographic extent of a king's domain, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Purananooru 49, penned about the Chera king Kokothai Maarban by the poet Poikaiyaar. Set in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'King's praise', the verse celebrates the wealth in the land of the Chera King.