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Puranaanooru 369 – A crop of corpses

In this episode, we observe a perfect instance of projection, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 369, penned for the Chera King Kadalottiya Velkelu Kuttuvan by the poet Paranar. Set in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Victory', the verse puts forth a specific request to a winning king in the battlefield. Read More
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Puranaanooru 368 – Gift in the battlefield

In this episode, we perceive bloodshed and loss in a battlefield, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 368, penned for the Chera king Kudakko Neduncheralathan by the poet Kazhaathalaiyaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Vaagai Thinai' or 'Victory' and talks about a king's generosity in the midst of great strife. Read More
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Puranaanooru 367 – Blessing upon the three

In this episode, we listen to a blessing rendered unto three kings, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 367, penned for the Chera king Maavenko, Chozha king Perunarkilli and Pandya king Ukkira Peruvazhuthi by the poet Avvaiyaar. Set in the category of 'Paadaan Thinai' or 'Praise', the verse celebrates the unity of these three kings. Read More
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Puranaanooru 366 – Certainty of the strike

In this episode, we perceive the certainty of death, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 366, penned by the poet Kothamanaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Kaanji Thinai' or 'Defence' and instructs a leader about the way to be. Read More
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Puranaanooru 365 – Lament of the land

In this episode, we listen to a unique perspective on impermanence, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 365, penned by the poet Maarkandeyanaar. Set in the category of 'Kaanji Thinai' or 'Defence', the verse subtly instructs a king to follow the right path. Read More
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Puranaanooru 364 – Giving before the end

In this episode, we perceive the importance accorded to generosity, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 364, penned by the poet Kookai Kozhiyaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Pothuviyal Thinai' or 'Common Themes' and talks about all that a king must do before the end arrives. Read More
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Puranaanooru 363 – The absolute truth

In this episode, we listen to words conveying the absoluteness of death, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 363, penned by the poet Aiyaathi Siruventheraiyaar. Set in the category of 'Pothuviyal Thinai' or 'Common Themes', the verse echoes the reality of life. Read More
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Puranaanooru 362 – Seeking the end

In this episode, we perceive the motivations of warriors, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 362, penned by the poet Siruventheraiyaar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Pothuviyal Thinai' or 'Common Themes' and reveals attitudes regarding facing death. Read More
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Puranaanooru 361 – The permanent impermanence

In this episode, we listen to words rendered unto Death, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 361, penned by the poet Kayamanaar. Set in an unidentified category, the verse talks about the qualities of a leader. Read More
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Puranaanooru 360 – The great and the small

In this episode, we perceive a study in contrast, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Puranaanooru 360, penned for the leader Thanthu Maaran by the poet Sangavarunar. The verse is situated in the category of 'Kaanji Thinai' or 'Defence' and elaborates on the virtues of the great. Read More

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