In this episode, we perceive the anticipation and joy in reuniting, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 121, written by Oru Sirai Periyanaar. The poem is set in the forest country of ‘Mullai’ and speaks in the voice of a charioteer to his master, expressing positivity and hope about the man’s reunion with the lady.

In this episode, we unearth intricate details about a living culture, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 120, written by Maankudi Kilaar. Set in the agricultural landscape of ‘Marutham’, the poem speaks in the voice of the man to himself, as he hatches a plan to win back the affection of his enraged lady.

In this episode, we relish the rich imagery depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 119, penned by Perunkundroor Kilaar. The poem is set in the ‘Kurinji’ landscape or the lush mountain country and speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, expressing a subtle message to the man, listening nearby.

In this episode, we perceive the effect of changing seasons on the land and the mind, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 118, penned by Perunkadunko, a poet-king from the Chera dynasty. Set in the ‘Paalai’ landscape, the poem speaks in the voice of the lady to the confidante, describing the pained state of her heart.

In this episode, we savour the sights of an ancient evening and sympathise with a person’s pain, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 117, written by Kundriyanaar. The verse is set in the ‘Neythal’ landscape or the ‘coastal regions’ and speaks in the voice of the lady to her confidante, expressing the inconsolable pain in her heart at being separated from her man.

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.