In this episode, we marvel at the philosophical abstractions and natural imagery, depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 116, written by Kantharathanaar. Set in the ‘Kurinji’ landscape of mountain country, the poem speaks in the voice of the lady to the confidante, expressing dejection about her deserted situation.

In this episode, we relish the changing seasons in the mind, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 115, penned by an anonymous poet. The verse is set in the ‘Mullai’ landscape of forest country and speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, filling her with optimism about the man’s return.

In this episode, we perceive the innovative way of conveying intention through vivid images, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work Natrinai 114, written by Tholkabilar. 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.

In this episode, we perceive the impact of separation on inner life, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 113, written by Ilangkeeranaar. The verse is set in the ‘Paalai’ landscape or the ‘drylands’ and speaks in the surprised voice of a man to himself, as he reflects on his parting from the lady.

In this episode, we perceive how nature influences inner life, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 112, written by Perunkundroor Kilaar. Set in the mountain country of ‘Kurinji’, the poem speaks in the comforting voice of the confidante to the lady, conveying a positive message about the man’s return.

In this episode, we relish the rich poetic imagery, portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 111, penned by an anonymous poet. The verse is set in the ‘Neythal’ landscape or the coastal regions and speaks in the consoling voice of the confidante to the lady, conveying a positive omen about the man’s return from his journey.

In this episode, we marvel at the metamorphosis of a young girl, depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 110, written by Pothanaar. Set in the ‘Paalai’ landscape, the poem speaks in the voice of a foster-mother to the lady’s mother, relaying news of how the lady is faring in her husband’s home.

In this episode, we perceive deep facets of inner life, depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 109, written by Meeli Perumpathumanaar, this being his only Sangam poem. The verse is set in the ‘Paalai’ landscape and revolves around the theme of separation. Speaking in the voice of the lady to her confidante, the poem expresses the anguish in the lady’s heart, as the man has not returned from his journey.

In this episode, we marvel at the ingenious ways of moving another to action, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 108, penned by an anonymous poet. Set in the mountain country of ‘Kurinji’, the verse speaks in the voice of the confidante to the man, conveying a hidden message to him.

In this episode, we relish the metaphors in nature, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 107, penned by an anonymous poet. The poem is set in the ‘Paalai’ region or the drylands and revolves around the theme of separation. Speaking in the voice of the lady to her confidante, the poem expresses the ironic situation the lady finds herself in, after the man parts away to go on a journey.

In this episode, we relish the visual imagery in painting the mind, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 106, written by Thondaimaan Ilanthiraiyan, a poet-king who ruled with ‘Kanchi’ as his capital. Set in the ‘Neythal’ landscape of coastal regions, the verse speaks in the voice of the man to his charioteer, recollecting a past event and subtly urging him to hurry towards the lady’s village by the sea.

In this episode, we appreciate the deep awareness of inner life, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 105, written by Mudathirumaaran. The verse is set in the ‘Paalai’ landscape or the drylands and speaks in the voice of the man to his heart, motivating it to move forward as it languishes stuck in the anguishing journey.

In this episode, we perceive the nuanced expression of intention, portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 104, written by Peri Saathanaar. Set in the mountain country of ‘Kurinji’, the verse speaks in the anguished voice of the lady to her confidante, passing on a hidden message to the man listening nearby.

In this episode, we see echoes of human life in the animal world, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 103, written by Maruthan Ilanaakanaar. The verse is set in the ‘Paalai’ landscape or the drylands and speaks in the voice of a man to his heart, bidding it to guide him in the right direction.

In this episode, we marvel at the natural world depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 102, written by Sembiyanaar, this being his only Sangam poem. Set in the lush mountain country of ‘Kurinji’, the verse speaks in the voice of the lady to a parrot, nudging it to carry a message to her man.

In this episode, we relish a song of passion by an ancient shore, portrayed in Sangam Literary Work, Natrinai 101, written by Velliyanthinnanaar, this being his only Sangam poem. The poem is in the ‘Neythal’ landscape or the coastal regions and speaks in the voice of the man to be heard by the confidante, relaying his love for the lady.

In this episode, we relish nature’s influences, cultural practices and patrons’ glories in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 100, penned by the historian-poet Paranar. Set in the agricultural landscape of Marutham, the poem speaks in the voice of a courtesan to her friend, the dancer, as the lady’s confidante listens by.

In this episode, we relish the novel ways of interpreting things, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 99, written by Ilanthiraiyanaar. The verse is set in the forest country of ‘Mullai’ and speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, consoling her as she worries about the absence of her man.

In this episode, we relish the intricate methods of conveying intention as expressed in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 98, written by Ukkira Peruvazhuthi, a famous poet-king, from Sangam times. Set in the ‘Kurinji’ landscape of mountain country, the poem speaks in the voice of the confidante to the man, passing on a hidden message to make him hasten his marriage with the lady.

In this episode, we savour the portrait of inner life, depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 97, written by Maaran Vazhuthi, who’s said to be a poet-king from Sangam times. The verse is set in the forest country of ‘Mullai’ and speaks in the inconsolable voice of the lady to her confidante, expressing her anguish about the man’s absence.