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In this episode, we perceive intricate knowledge about seasons and plant life, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 282, penned by Naagam Bothanaar. Set in the drylands of ‘Paalai’, the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, assuring her that the man would return soon.

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Kurunthogai 281 – Neem flowers on a palm leaf

February 14, 2022

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In this episode, we perceive references to trees in two different geographical regions, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 281, penned by Kudavaayil Keerathanaar. Set in the drylands of ‘Paalai’, the verse speaks in the voice of the lady to her confidante, expressing her inability to bear with the man’s parting.

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Kurunthogai 280 – Love more than life

February 11, 2022

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In this episode, we listen to the ecstatic declaration of a man in love, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 280, penned by Nakirar. Set in the mountains of ‘Kurinji’, the verse speaks in the voice of the man to his friend, in response to the friend’s admonishment about the man’s changed behaviour.

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Kurunthogai 279 – Rustling bells and rain-forgotten rocks

February 10, 2022

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In this episode, we relish how an element of the land is etched in words, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 279, penned by Madurai Maruthan Ilanaakanaar. The verse is situated in the forests of ‘Mullai’ and speaks in the voice of the lady to the confidante, in response to the confidante’s words asking the lady to bear with the man’s parting.

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Kurunthogai 278 – A fatherly monkey

February 9, 2022

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In this episode, we listen to words of disappointment, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 278, penned by Peri Sathanaar. Set in the drylands of ‘Paalai’, the verse speaks in the voice of the lady to the confidante, expressing her angst at the man’s lack of care as he remains parted away.

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Kurunthogai 277 – A question and a blessing

February 8, 2022

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In this episode, we perceive the lifestyle of a person from a blessing rendered, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 277, penned by Oril Pichaiyaar. The verse is situated in the drylands of ‘Paalai’ and speaks in the voice of the confidante to a sage, putting forth a question close to her heart.

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Kurunthogai 276 – What if

February 7, 2022

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In this episode, we learn of curious customs in courtship, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 276, penned by Kozhi Kotranaar. Set in the mountains of ‘Kurinji’, the verse speaks in the voice of the man to himself, passing on a pointed message to the confidante, listening nearby.

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Kurunthogai 275 – Faraway sound of bells

February 2, 2022

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In this episode, we perceive anticipation and excitement at the impending arrival of the man, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 275, penned by Okkoor Maasathiyaar. The verse is situated in the forests of ‘Mullai’ and speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, cheering the lady up with the prospect of the man’s homecoming.

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Kurunthogai 274 – The alchemy of love

February 1, 2022

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In this episode, we perceive the hard life in an ancient region, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 274, penned by Uruthiranaar. The verse is situated in the drylands of ‘Paalai’ and speaks in the voice of the man to his heart, when contemplating a journey to gather wealth.

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Kurunthogai 273 – On an old bamboo ladder

January 31, 2022

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In this episode, we hear reassuring words rendered in a moment of another’s anxiety, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 273, penned by Siraikudi Aanthaiyaar. Set in the drylands of ‘Paalai’, the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, when the lady was worried that the man would part away from her.

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Kurunthogai 272 – Hunted by her kin

January 30, 2022

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In this episode, we perceive layers of intricate details woven into a single scene, as sketched by Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 272, penned by Oru Sirai Periyanaar. The verse is situated in the hills of ‘Kurinji’ and speaks in the voice of the man to his friend, in response to the friend’s words of admonishment about the man’s behaviour.

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Kurunthogai 271 – Scattering of affection

January 29, 2022

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In this episode, we listen to a person’s reaction to a bitter truth, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 271, penned by Azhisi Nachaathanaar. Set in the farmlands of ‘Marutham’, the verse speaks in the voice of the lady to the confidante, in response to the man’s request for reconciliation.

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Kurunthogai 270 – Singing in the rain

January 28, 2022

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In this episode, we listen to the ecstatic words of a returning man, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 270, penned by Paandiyan Pannaadu Thanthaan. Set in the forests of ‘Mullai’, the verse speaks in the voice of the man to the rainclouds, conveying his contentment at being back in the company of the lady.

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Kurunthogai 269 – Out on work

January 27, 2022

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In this episode, we perceive the lifestyle of a family living by the sea, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 269, penned by Kaladanaar. The verse is situated in the coastal regions of ‘Neythal’ and speaks in the voice of the lady to the confidante, passing on a hidden message to the man, listening nearby.

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Kurunthogai 268 – Dangers within and without

January 26, 2022

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In this episode, we listen to the conflict raging in a lady’s heart, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 268, penned by Karuvoor Cheramaan Sathanaar. Set in the mountains of ‘Kurinji’, the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, passing on a hidden message to the man, listening nearby.

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Kurunthogai 267 – The flawless sweet waters

January 25, 2022

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In this episode, we perceive the final decision of a scale shifting between youth and wealth, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 267, penned by Kaleri Kadigaiyaar. The verse is situated in the drylands of ‘Paalai’ and speaks in the voice of the man to his heart, in response to its insistence that he part away to gather wealth.

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Kurunthogai 266 – The forgotten tree

January 24, 2022

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In this episode, we listen to a lady’s anguish on not hearing from her man, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 266, penned by Nakirar. Set in the drylands of ‘Paalai’, the verse speaks in the voice of the lady to the confidante, after the man had parted away without seeking her hand in marriage.

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Kurunthogai 265 – A man with a good heart

January 21, 2022

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In this episode, we perceive the power of similes and metaphors in describing a personality, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 265, penned by Karuvoor Kathapillai. Set in the mountains of ‘Kurinji’, the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, allaying the lady’s worry that the man parted away without seeking her hand in marriage.

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Kurunthogai 264 – On the shore of a loud river

January 20, 2022

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In this episode, we relish a picturesque scene from a mountain country, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 264, penned by Kabilar. The verse is situated in the hills of ‘Kurinji’ and speaks in the voice of the lady to the confidante, assuring her friend that she would bear with the man’s parting.

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Kurunthogai 263 – Rituals and Reality

January 19, 2022

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In this episode, we perceive curious customs of curing a person, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 263, penned by Perunchaathanaar. Set in the mountains of ‘Kurinji’, the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, passing on a hidden message to the man, listening nearby.

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