In this episode, we listen to the angst of a supplicant, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 266, penned about the Chozha King Uruvappahrer Ilanchetchenni by the poet Perunkundroor Kizhaar. Set in the category of ‘Paadaan Thinai’ or ‘Praise’, the verse extols the wealth of a nation and seeks support to slay poverty.