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Nandini Karky
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Reflections on 2000 Year Old Tamil Poetry
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300
15 September 2025
Aganaanooru 81 – Questioning the deserting bear
In this episode, we listen to a pointed question put forth, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 81, penned by Alamperi Saaththaanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape' and vividly illustrates the elements of nature in this domain.
5 min
12 September 2025
Aganaanooru 80 – The Path from Dark to Day
In this episode, we perceive an indirect technique of persuasion, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 80, penned by Marunkoor Kizhaar Perunkannanaar. The verse is situated amidst the trees and vines of the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal landscape' and sketches a well-etched portrait of an ancient shore.
4 min
11 September 2025
Aganaanooru 79 – Stepping back after pushing in
In this episode, we perceive a man's annoyance with his heart, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 79, penned by Kudavayil Keerathanaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', the verse presents a vivid account of the people and their activities in this domain.
6 min
10 September 2025
Aganaanooru 78 – The caring male elephant
In this episode, we perceive a thoughtful intervention on behalf of another, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 78, penned by Madurai Nakeeranaar. Set amidst the honeycombs and flame-lilies of the 'Kurinji' or 'Mountain Landscape', the verse highlights events in the life of a famous Sangam King.
7 min
09 September 2025
Aganaanooru 77 – A spear’s thrust in her tears
In this episode, we hear the reasoning for a resolute decision, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 77, penned by Maruthan Ilanaakanaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', the verse reveals insightful historical facts through its intriguing similes.
6 min
08 September 2025
Aganaanooru 76 – An oath to seize
In this episode, we listen to a maiden's oath, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 76, penned by Paranar. Set amidst the resounding drums of the 'Marutham' or 'Farmlands landscape', the verse brings out the rivalry between women in the rich domain of ancient towns.
5 min
05 September 2025
Aganaanooru 75 – Heart not to part
In this episode, we perceive the resolution of a person's anxiety, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 75, penned by Madurai Poththanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape' and argues against parting away in the pursuit of wealth.
5 min
04 September 2025
Aganaanooru 74 – Melancholy of the evening
In this episode, we perceive the inability to accept assurance from another, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 74, penned by Madurai Kavuniyan Boothathanaar. The verse is situated amidst the fragrant flowers of 'Mullai' or 'Forest Landscape' and illustrates an overpowering element in the life of the lady, one evening.
4 min
03 September 2025
Aganaanooru 73 – The reminding rain
In this episode, we perceive the portrayal of shared pain, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 73, penned by Erumai Veliyanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape' and renders a message of hope to the lady.
5 min
02 September 2025
Aganaanooru 72 – The one in the wrong
In this episode, we perceive a subtle technique of persuasion, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 72, penned by Erumai Veliyanaar Makanaar Kadalanaar. Set amidst the resounding hills of the 'Kurinji' or 'Mountain landscape', the verse sketches the life in this land on one rainy night.
7 min