In this episode, we relish the rich imagery and intricate narration about people and places, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 200, penned to the Velir King Vichiko by the prolific poet Kabilar. Set in the category of ‘Paadaan Thinai’ or ‘Praise’, the verse puts forth a unique request to this king.

In this episode, we perceive the nature of supplicants, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 199, penned by the poet Perumpathumanaar. The verse is situated in the category of ‘Paadaan Thinai’ or ‘Praise’ and speaks about the bond between patrons and those who look up to them.

In this episode, we hear about the wealth and power of a king, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 198, penned about the Pandya King Ilavanthikaippalli Thunjiya Nanmaaran by the poet Vadama Vannakkan Peri Saathanaar. Set in the category of ‘Paadaan Thinai’ or ‘Praise’, the verse reveals the regard the patron holds in the mind of this poet.

In this episode, we perceive what a poet truly expects, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 197, penned about the Chozha King Kuraapalli Thunjiya Perunthirumaavalavan by the poet Konattu Erichaloor Maadalan Madurai Kumaranaar. The verse is situated in the category of ‘Paadaan Thinai’ or ‘Praise’ and speaks about integrity in the midst of poverty.

In this episode, we listen to an exposition of qualities in a patron, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 196, penned about the Pandya King Ilavanthikaippalli Thunjiya Nanmaaran by the poet Avoor Moolankizhaar. Set in the category of ‘Paadaan Thinai’ or ‘Praise’, the verse reveals the dejection and poverty of this poet.

In this episode, we listen to words of advice rendered to the aged, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 195, penned by the poet Nariveruvoo Thalaiyaar. Set in the category of ‘Pothuviyal Thinai’ or ‘Common Themes’, the verse talks about the way to be before life ends.

In this episode, we perceive the contrasting elements of this world, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 194, penned by the poet Pakkudukkai Nankaniyaar. The verse is situated in the category of ‘Pothuviyal Thinai’ or ‘Common Themes’ and speaks about the right approach to living.

In this episode, we perceive a stack of similes, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 193, penned by the poet Or Er Uzhavanaar. Set in the category of ‘Pothuviyal Thinai’ or ‘Common Themes’, the verse focuses on the dynamics between a man and his family.

In this episode, we perceive a timeless thought about this world and our presence here, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 192, penned by the poet Kaniyan Poonkundranaar. The verse is situated in the category of ‘Pothuviyal Thinai’ or ‘Common Themes’ and distills the essence of what life and living is.

In this episode, we relish an insightful perspective on ageing, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 191, penned by the poet Pisiranthaiyaar. Set in the category of ‘Pothuviyal Thinai’ or ‘Common Themes’, the verse puts forth the reasons for the poet’s youthful appearance.

In this episode, we perceive an illustration of the right kind of friendship, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 190, penned by a Chozha King Nalluthiran. Set in the category of ‘Pothuviyal Thinai’ or ‘Common Themes’, the verse presents a comparative study on the efforts of people.

In this episode, we listen to an account of equalising elements, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 189, penned by the poet Madurai Kanakkaayanaar Makanaar Nakkeeranaar. The verse is situated in the category of ‘Pothuviyal Thinai’ or ‘Common themes’ and reveals the purpose of having wealth.

In this episode, we see how children were seen in the ancient era, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 188, penned by the Pandya King Arivudai Nambi. Set in the category of ‘Pothuviyal Thinai’ or ‘Common Themes’, the verse reveals the Sangam perspective on what gives meaning to a person’s life.

In this episode, we hear of the one thing that defines the goodness of a land, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 187, penned by Avvaiyaar. The verse is situated in the category of ‘Pothuviyal Thinai’ or ‘Common themes’ and talks about how the type of land in a nation is of no consequence.

In this episode, we perceive the importance of a king to his country, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 186, penned by the poet Mosi Keeranaar. Set in the category of ‘Pothuviyal Thinai’ or ‘Common Themes’, the verse talks about the true life of a land.

In this episode, we perceive a metaphor for leadership, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 185, penned by a Velir King Thondaimaan Ilanthiraiyan. Set in the category of ‘Pothuviyal Thinai’ or ‘Common Themes’, the king renders his words of wisdom with visual imagery.

In this episode, we receive insights about the right kind of taxation, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 184, penned about the Pandya King Arivudai Nambi by the poet Pisiraanthaiyaar. The verse is situated in the category of ‘Paadaan Thinai’ or ‘Praise’ and renders words of advice to this king.

In this episode, we perceive the importance accorded to education in the ancient era, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 183, penned by the Pandya King Aariyappadai Kadantha Nedunchezhiyan. Set in the category of ‘Pothuviyal Thinai’ or ‘Common themes’, the verse talks about the special privileges of the learned.

In this episode, we encounter a list of celebrated virtues, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 182, penned by the Pandya King Kadalul Maaintha Ilamperuvazhuthi. The verse is situated in the category of ‘Pothuviyal Thinai’ or ‘Miscellaneous matters’ and reveals the reasons why the world lives on.

In this episode, we learn of the way to a town ruled by a famous patron, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 181, penned about the Velir King Vallaar Kizhaan Pannan by the poet Sonaattu Mukaiyaloor Sirukarunthumbiyaar. Set in the category of ‘Vaagai’ or ‘Victory’, the verse reveals the battle fame of this king in a subtle manner.