Month: October 2023

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In this episode, we perceive the disappointment and distress of a poet, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 237, penned about the Velir King Velimaan’s brother Ila Velimaan by the poet Perunchithiranaar. The verse is situated in the category of ‘Pothuviyal Thinai’ or ‘Common themes’ and reveals events that affected the poet, after the king’s death.

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In this episode, we perceive a poet’s angst at losing his friend, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 236, penned about the Velir King Vel Paari by the prolific Sangam poet Kabilar. Set in the category of ‘Pothuviyal Thinai’ or ‘Common Themes’, the verse illustrates the deep friendship between this poet and his patron.