Category: SangamLit

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In this episode, we perceive ancient customs during and after a battle, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 25, penned about the Pandya King Thalaiyaalankaanathu Cheruvendra Nedunchezhiyan by the poet Kallaadanaar. Set in the category of ‘Vaagai Thinai’ or ‘King’s victory’, the verse talks about the events and consequences of the battle at Thalaiyaalankaanam.

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In this episode, we relish joyous moments from the lives of common people in ancient times, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 24, penned about the Pandya King Thalaiyaalankaanathu Cheruvendra Nedunchezhiyan by the poet Mangudi Kizhaar. The verse is set in the category of ‘Pothiviyal Thinai’ or ‘miscellaneous matters’ and renders thoughts on living a good life unto this Pandya king.

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In this episode, we perceive scenes of destruction in war, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 23, penned about the Pandya King Thalaiyaalankaanathu Cheruvendra Nedunchezhiyan by the poet Kallaadanaar. Set in the category of ‘Vaagai Thinai’ or ‘a king’s victory’, the verse presents the elements of ruin in the king’s enemy nations.

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In this episode, we perceive the portrait of a king’s land, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 22, penned about the Chera King Yaanaikatchey Maantharancheral Irumporai, by the poet Kurunkozhiyoor Kizhaar. The verse is set in the category of ‘Vaagai Thinai’ or ‘a king’s victory’ and speaks of protection and peace in this king’s domain.

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In this episode, we learn of the design of an ancient fort, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 21, penned about the Pandya King Kaanapereyil Kadantha Ukkira Peruvazhuthi by the poet Aiyoor Moolankizhaar. Set in the category of ‘Vaagai Thinai’ or ‘king’s victory’, the verse celebrates the capture of a famous fort in Sangam times.

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In this episode, we relish a heartwarming portrayal of a king’s rule, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 20, penned about the Chera King Yaanaikatchey Maantharancheral Irumporai, by the poet Kurunkozhiyoor Kizhaar. The verse is situated in the category of ‘Vaagai Thinai’ or ‘a king’s victory’ and elaborates on the elements in this king’s just and victorious reign.

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In this episode, we listen to the exploits of a king on a battlefield, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 19, penned about the Pandya king Thalaiyaalankaanathu Cheruvendra Nedunchezhiyan by the poet Kudapulaviyanaar. The verse is situated in the category of ‘Vaagai Thinai’ or ‘a king’s victory’ and speaks of how the king won over seven rival rulers at a famous battle in Tamil history.

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In this episode, we listen to sound advice rendered to a king, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 18, penned about the Pandya king Thalaiyaalankaanathu Cheruvendra Nedunchezhiyan by the poet Kudapulaviyanaar. Set in the category of ‘Pothuviyal Thinai’ or ‘miscellaneous matters’, the verse renders insight on the priorities of ancient nations.

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In this episode, we perceive the courage and determination of a king, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 17, penned for the Chera King Yaanaikatchey Maantharancheral Irumporai, by the poet Kurunkozhiyoor Kizhaar. The verse is set in the category of ‘Vaagai Thinai’ or ‘celebration of a king’s victory’ and talks about the past and present of this charismatic king.

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In this episode, we perceive a king’s actions in a war, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 16, penned about the Chozha King Raasasooyam Vetta Perunarkilli by the poet Paandarankannanaar. Set in the category of ‘Vanji Thinai’ or ‘a king’s prowess in the battlefield’, the verse talks about the ruin brought about on enemy lands.

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In this episode, we perceive two dimensions of a king, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 15, penned about the Pandya King Palyaakasaalai Muthukudumi Peruvazhuthi by the poet Nettimaiyaar. The verse is situated in the category of ‘Paadan Thinai’ or ‘praise of a king’ and speaks of the post-war actions of a king in an enemy land.

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In this episode, we perceive a portrait of a king through the dynamic depiction of his hands, as illustrated in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 14, penned about the Chera King Kadunko Vaazhiyaathan by the poet Kabilar. Set in the category of ‘Paadaan Thinai’ or ‘praise of a king’, the verse brings in a nuanced contrast in its depiction of a physical feature.

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In this episode, we listen to a description of a king’s land, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 13, penned about the Chozha King Mudithalai Koperunarkilli, by the poet Uraiyur Enicheri Mudamosiyaar. The verse is situated in the category of ‘Paadaan Thinai’ or ‘praise of a king’ and wishes safety for the king, who finds himself in a precarious situation.

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In this episode, we perceive an interesting technique of celebrating a king, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 12, penned about the Pandya King Palyaakasaalai Muthukudumi Peruvazhuthi by the poet Nettimaiyaar. Set in the category of ‘Paadan Thinai’ or ‘praise of a king’, the verse brings out the duality in a king’s personality.

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In this episode, we perceive the courage, fame and generosity of a king, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 11, penned for the Chera King Paalai Paadiya Perunkadunko, by the poet Peymakal Ilaveyiniyaar. The verse is situated in the category of ‘Paadaan Thinai’ or ‘praise of a king’ and elaborates the joyous elements in the king’s town and the specifics of his rewards to performers.

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In this episode, we learn of the fairness and fame of a king, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 10, penned about the Chozha King Neythalankaanal Ilanchetchenni by the poet Oonpothi Pasunkudaiyaar. Set in the category of ‘Paadan Thinai’ or ‘praise of a king’, the verse describes the qualities of justice, hospitality and courage in this king.

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In this episode, we listen to words about a king’s nature, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 9, penned about the Pandya King Palyaakasaalai Muthukudumi Peruvazhuthi by the poet Nettimaiyaar. The verse is situated in the category of ‘Paadaan Thinai’ or ‘praise of a king’ and demonstrates acutely the kind of person the ruler is.

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In this episode, we perceive a comparison between the sun and a king, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 8, about the Chera King Kadunko Vaazhiyaathan, sung by the poet Kabilar. Set in the category of ‘Paadan Thinai’ or ‘praise of a king’, the verse describes a ruler by outlining his motivations and qualities and placing him in parallel to a celestial object.

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In this episode, we perceive the pitiable state of a king’s enemies, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 7, penned for the Chozha king Karikaalan by the poet Karunkuzhal Aathanaar. The verse is situated in the category of ‘Vanji Thinai’ or ‘a king’s prowess in the battlefield’, and depicts the past and present of an enemy nation.

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In this episode, we perceive the fame and glory of a ruler, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 6, penned for the Pandya king Palyaakasaalai Muthukudumi Peruvazhuthi, by the poet Kaari Kizhaar. Set in the category of ‘Paadan Thinai’ or ‘praise of a king’, the verse etches a detailed portrait of a monarch and renders blessings unto him.