Sangam Lit

Sangam Lit

Reflections on 2000 Year Old Tamil Poetry

Episodes

Aganaanooru 11 – If only…

June 13, 2025 • 6 mins
In this episode, we listen to a parted lady's anguish, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 11, penned by the prolific Sangam poet Avvaiyaar. The verse is situated in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands Landscape' and expresses the regretful words of a person in the midst of a separation.
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Aganaanooru 10 – Fishing in life’s seas

June 12, 2025 • 5 mins
In this episode, we listen to persuasive words, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 10, penned by Ammoovanaar. Set amidst the waves and sands of the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape', the verse transports us to an ancient shore.
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Aganaanooru 9 – Home is where the heart is

June 11, 2025 • 7 mins
In this episode, we perceive an exquisite moment of anticipation, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 9, penned by Kallaadanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape' and depicts the emotions in coming home to a beloved after a long separation.
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Aganaanooru 8 – Crossing the dark and dangerous

June 10, 2025 • 7 mins
In this episode, we perceive the dangers in trysting, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 8, penned by Perunkundroor Kizhaar. Set amidst the hills and slopes of the 'Kurinji' or 'Mountain Landscape', the verse presents the challenges in the situation and its resolution in a hidden manner.
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Aganaanooru 7 – A doe in the drylands

June 8, 2025 • 5 mins
In this episode, we look into the distraught emotions of a mother, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 7, penned by Kayamanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape' and vividly portrays a scene of separation and seeking.
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Aganaanooru 6 – Mock not my age

June 7, 2025 • 7 mins
In this episode, we perceive the ire of a lady, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 6, penned by Paranar. Set amidst the lush fields and ponds of the 'Marutham' or 'Farmlands landscape', the verse portrays a strong reaction to an affront.
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Aganaanooru 5 – The mere thought of parting

June 6, 2025 • 7 mins
In this episode, we relish the micro-elements of expressed emotions, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 5, penned by the Chera King Paalai Paadiya Perunkadunko. The verse is situated in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape' and etches a striking portrait of an anxious heart.
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Aganaanooru 4 – Blooming in the rains

June 5, 2025 • 6 mins
In this episode, we perceive the blooming beauty of a forest in the rains, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 4, penned by Kurungudi Maruthanaar. Set amidst the blooms of the 'Mullai' or 'Forest Landscape', the verse conveys a message of hope.
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Aganaanooru 3 – To part or not to part

June 4, 2025 • 7 mins
In this episode, we perceive the striking shades of inner conflict , as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 3, penned by Eyinanthai Makanaar Ilankeeranaar. The verse is situated in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape' and sketches a man's dilemma in his quest for wealth.
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Aganaanooru 2 – Sweet nectar and sleeping monkey

June 3, 2025 • 7 mins
In this episode, we delve into the art of conveying a nuanced message, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 2, penned by Kabilar. Set among the rocks and boulders of the 'Kurinji' or 'Mountain landscape', the verse reveals the sensory delights of this land.
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Aganaanooru 1 – A promise to never part

June 2, 2025 • 8 mins
I'm delighted to begin our exploration of Aganaanooru, a collection of four hundred verses of poetry, arranged with precision to echo the inner life of ancient Tamils. In this episode, we perceive the emotions of a lady, parted away from her man, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 1, penned by Maamoolanaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands' landscape, the verse depicts intricate elements of land and love with equal fi...
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Kalithogai 150 – A promise to return

February 14, 2025 • 9 mins
In this episode, we listen to the consoling words of the confidante, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 150, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and portrays trust in the goodness and compassion of a person.
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Kalithogai 149 – Past promises and present duties

February 13, 2025 • 5 mins
In this episode, we perceive abstractions on ethics in human behaviour, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 149, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and puts forth a well-thought-out plea!
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Kalithogai 148 – Dusk and Dawn

February 12, 2025 • 5 mins
In this episode, we listen to a lady's conversation with an evening, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 148, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and echoes the emotions of a parted maiden.
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Kalithogai 147 – Raving and Recovering

February 11, 2025 • 13 mins
In this episode, we listen to a lady's pleas to the world around, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 147, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and narrates the torment of a lady and the resolution of her travails.
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Kalithogai 146 – Suffering and Soaring

February 10, 2025 • 9 mins
In this episode, we perceive the soaring suffering in a lady, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 146, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and echoes the state of a pining woman.
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Kalithogai 145 – Seeking and Saving

February 6, 2025 • 12 mins
In this episode, we perceive the fire in a lady's heart, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 145, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and depicts the conversations of a pining woman in love.
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Kalithogai 144 – Declaring and Dispelling

February 5, 2025 • 14 mins
In this episode, we listen to a lady's outpouring to the elements of the world around, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 144, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and paints a portrait of a parted woman's pain.
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Kalithogai 143 – Reflecting and Rising

February 5, 2025 • 11 mins
In this episode, we listen to a lady's heartfelt wish, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 143, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and paints the sorrow and smile of a woman.
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Kalithogai 142 – Lamenting and Listening

February 3, 2025 • 13 mins
In this episode, we hear the long lament of a lady, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 142, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and intricately etches the state of mind of a pining woman.
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