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In this episode, we perceive images from the mountain country portraying the intricacies of inner life, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 225, penned by Kabilar. The verse is set in ‘Kurinji’ or the mountainous regions and speaks in the voice of the lady to her confidante, refusing to be consoled as the man is delayed in his return to her.

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In this episode, we perceive how the changing seasons affect inner life, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 224, penned by Paalai Paadiya Perunkadunko. Set in the drylands of ‘Paalai’, the verse speaks in the voice of the lady to her confidante, on being informed about the man’s parting away on a mission.

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In this episode, we appreciate the intelligent way of communicating a refusal, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 223, penned by Ulochanaar. The verse is set in the ‘Neythal’ landscape or coastal regions and speaks in the voice of the confidante to the man, bidding him to give up his tryst by day and concealing a hidden message within.

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In this episode, we perceive the art of gentle persuasion in influencing another, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 222, penned by Kabilar. Set in the mountain country of ‘Kurinji’, the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, conveying a hidden message to the man, listening nearby.

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In this episode, we delight in the anticipated joy, glowing in the heart of a man returning home, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 221, penned by Idaikaadanaar. The verse is set in the forest country of ‘Mullai’ and speaks in the voice of the man to his charioteer, bidding him to hasten homeward.

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In this episode, we learn about social dynamics and cultural practices, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 220, penned by Kundukat Paaliyaathanaar. Set in the mountain country of ‘Kurinji’, the verse speaks in the voice of the man to himself, conveying a sharp message to the confidante, listening nearby.

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In this episode, we perceive the unshakeable faith glowing within a lady in love, as portrayed by Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 219, penned by Thaayankannanaar. The verse is set in the ‘Neythal’ landscape or coastal regions and speaks in the voice of the lady to her confidante, expressing her belief in the man’s promise to her.

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In this episode, we perceive the atmosphere of an ancient village at dusk and the mood this evokes within, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 218, penned by Kidangil Kaavithi Keerankannanaar. Set in the coastal landscape of ‘Neythal’, the verse speaks in the voice of the lady to the confidante, rejecting the confidante’s words of consolation and expressing the angst in her heart, as the man delays seeking her hand in marriage.

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In this episode, we relish the intricate use of poetic imagery, as portrayed in Sangam literary work, Natrinai 217, penned by Kabilar. Although the verse is set in the mountain country of ‘Kurinji’, it revolves around the theme of a love-quarrel, a theme more commonly found in the agricultural landscape. The poem speaks in the words of the lady to her confidante, conveying a refusal to the man’s request to seek entry to their house.

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In this episode, we hear the laments and lore around a woman jilted in love, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 216, penned by Madurai Maruthan Ilanaakanaar. Set in the agricultural landscape of ‘Marutham’, the verse speaks in the voice of the courtesan to her friends, so as to convey a message to the lady through the lady’s friends, listening nearby.

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In this episode, we observe how words are used to say one thing and mean another, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 215, penned by Madurai Chullam Pothanaar. The verse is set in the coastal regions of ‘Neythal’ and speaks in the voice of the confidante to the man, as he prepares to leave after trysting with the lady by day.

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In this episode, we perceive gender differences with regard to life priorities, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 214, penned by Karuvoor Kosanaar. Set in the ‘Paalai’ landscape, the verse speaks in the voice of the lady to her confidante, conveying the pain of separation, as the man has not returned home in the promised time.

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In this episode, we observe the rich poetry in the art of small talk, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 213, written by Kachippettu Perunthachanaar. The verse is set in the mountain country of ‘Kurinji’ and speaks in the voice of the man to the lady and her confidante, intending to seek the confidante’s help in securing the affections of the lady.

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In this episode, we perceive the joy in a man’s return to his home, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 212, penned by Kudavaayil Keerathanaar. Set in the drylands of the ‘Paalai’ landscape, the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, on hearing about the man returning homeward from his long journey.

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In this episode, we perceive scenes from the shore reflecting the inner life of the lady, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 211, penned by Kottiyoor Nallanthaiyaar. The verse is set in the coastal regions of ‘Neythal’ and speaks in the voice of the confidante to herself, while conveying a hidden message to the man, listening nearby.

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In this episode, we gather an ageless perspective about wealth, as portrayed in Sangam literary work, Natrinai 210, penned by Milai Kilaar Nalvettanaar. Set in the agricultural landscape of ‘Marutham’, the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante to the man, chiding him subtly for causing misery to the lady.

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In this episode, we relish the richness of expression, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 209, penned by Nochi Niyamkilaar. The verse is set in the mountain country of ‘Kurinji’ and speaks in the voice of the man to his heart, intending it to be overheard by the lady’s confidante.

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In this episode, we perceive the fine art of consoling a friend in anguish, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 208, penned by Nochi Niyamankilaar. Set in the ‘Paalai’ landscape of drylands, the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, allaying the agony that fills the lady’s heart when she hears news about the man’s parting away.

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In this episode, we visit a seaside hamlet and perceive scenes from inner and outer life, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 207, penned by an anonymous poet. The verse is set in the coastal regions of ‘Neythal’ and speaks in the voice of the confidante to the foster-mother, declaring the truth of the lady’s relationship with the man, as the danger of marriage to a stranger looms ahead.

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In this episode, we perceive the cultural significance of natural elements, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 206, penned by Aiyoor Mudavanaar. Set in the mountain country of ‘Kurinji’, the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, conveying a hidden message to the man, listening nearby.