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In this episode, we empathise with a feeling of anxious anticipation, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 64, penned by Karuvoor Kathapillai. The verse is situated in the forest regions of ‘Mullai’ and speaks in the voice of the lady to her confidante, in response to her friend’s words of consolation about the man’s return.

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In this episode, we perceive the tussle between being with a beloved and parting away to earn wealth, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 63, penned by Ugaaikudi Kilaar. Set in the drylands of ‘Paalai’, the verse speaks in the voice of the man to his heart, expressing how impossible it is, to execute what it desires.

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In this episode, we observe the delight of a young man, at the prospect of meeting his beloved, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 62, penned by Siraikudi Aanthaiyaar. The verse is situated in the mountains of ‘Kurinji’ and speaks in the voice of the man to his heart, expressing his exuberance, when recollecting his prior union with the lady.

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In this episode, we perceive a unique way of rendering a refusal, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 61, penned by Thumbiser Keeranaar. Set in the farmlands of ‘Marutham’, the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante to the messengers, declining the man’s request seeking entry to the lady’s house.

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In this episode, we sense the emotions within through a striking simile, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 60, penned by Paranar. Set in the mountains of ‘Kurinji’, the verse speaks in the voice of the lady to her confidante, depicting her angst-filled state after the man’s parting away.

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In this episode, we perceive the art of allaying anxiety, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 59, penned by Mosikeeranaar. The verse is situated in the drylands of ‘Paalai’ and speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, consoling her friend as she worries about the man’s parting away.

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In this episode, we empathise with an emotion, expressed with an arresting image, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 58, penned by Velliveethiyaar. Set in the mountains of ‘Kurinji’, the verse speaks in the voice of the man to his friend, in response to the friend’s rebuke about the man’s behaviour.

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In this episode, we perceive the depth of bonding between the man and the lady, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 57, penned by Siraikudi Aanthaiyaar. The verse is situated in the coastal regions of ‘Neythal’ and speaks in the voice of the lady to her confidante, expressing her angst at being placed under guard at home and prevented from trysting with the man.

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In this episode, we perceive the hardships in travelling, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 56, penned by Siraikkudi Aanthaiyaar. Set in the drylands of ‘Paalai’, the verse speaks in the voice of the man to his heart, mid-way in his journey through the drylands.

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In this episode, we observe a technique of persuasion, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 55, penned by Neythal Kaarkiyaar, a female poet from the Sangam age, whose name, which means ‘rain cloud’, left me with a smile. Set in the coastal regions of ‘Neythal’, the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, passing on a subtle message to the man, listening nearby.

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In this episode, we see the dynamism of emotions reflected in elements of nature, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 54, penned by Meeneri Thoondilaar. The verse is situated in the mountains of ‘Kurinji’ and speaks in the voice of the lady to the confidante, conveying her angst at the man’s delay in formalising their union.

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In this episode, we perceive picturesque similes to describe the elements on land, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 53, penned by Koperuncholan, a poet-king from the Early Chola dynasty. Set in the farmlands of ‘Marutham’, the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante to the man, pressing him to seek the lady’s hand without further delay.

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In this episode, we listen to an explanation about the turn of events, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 52, penned by Panampaaranaar. The verse is situated in mountains of ‘Kurinji’ and speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, conveying the reason why preparations were ongoing for the lady’s marriage with the man.

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In this episode, we hear of events that bring good news to the lady, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 51, penned by Kundriyanaar. Set in the coastal regions of ‘Neythal’, the verse speaks in the voice of confidante to the lady, allaying the lady’s anxiety about the delay in the man’s return to seek her hand in marriage.

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In this episode, we perceive the consequence of loneliness in a lady, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 50, penned by Kundriyanaar. Set in the farmlands of ‘Marutham’, the verse speaks in the voice of the lady to the messengers, sent by the man, conveying her angst when they come seeking entry to her house.

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In this episode, we perceive an act of forgiveness, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 49, penned by Ammoovanaar. The verse is situated in the coastal regions of ‘Neythal’ and speaks in the voice of the lady to the man, conveying her acceptance of him, when he returns to her after being with the courtesan.

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In this episode, we perceive the yearning to allay a friend’s suffering, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 48, penned by Poonganuthiraiyaar. Set in the drylands of ‘Paalai’, the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante, expressing her angst about the lady’s state of mind.

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In this episode, we relish a delightful conversation, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 47, penned by Neduvennilavinaar. The verse is situated in the mountains of ‘Kurinji’ and speaks in the voice of the confidante to the moon, passing on an indirect message to the man, listening nearby.

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In this episode, we observe a day in the life of a house sparrow, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 46, penned by Maamalaadanaar. Set in the agricultural regions of ‘Marutham’, the verse speaks in the voice of the lady to her confidante, allaying her friend’s worry that she would not be able to bear with the man’s parting.

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In this episode, we perceive the muddle in the mind of a lady, as captured in Sangam Literary work, Kurunthogai 45, penned by Aalangudi Vanganaar. Set in the farmlands of ‘Marutham’, the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante, passing on a hidden message to the man’s messengers, listening nearby.