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Sangam Lit

Nandini Karky

Reflections on 2000 Year Old Tamil Poetry

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4:44

Aganaanooru 90 – Hard to attain

Sangam Lit ·

2025/09/26

In this episode, we perceive a subtle technique of persuasion, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 90, penned by Madurai Maruthan Ilanaakanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal landscape' and projects how invaluable the lady is to her family.

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5:54

Aganaanooru 89 – The change in the child

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2025/09/25

In this episode, we listen to a mother's lament, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 89, penned by Madurai Kaanchipulavar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', the verse sketches the dangers of a drylands journey.

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5:14

Aganaanooru 88 – Darkness Danger Discovery

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2025/09/24

In this episode, we perceive a subtle message of persuasion, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 88, penned by Eezhathu Poothanthevanaar. The verse is situated amidst the swaying millet stalks of the 'Kurinji' or 'Mountain landscape' and portrays the dangers in a person's path.

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4:36

Aganaanooru 87 – Yesterday’s pain and tomorrow’s...

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2025/09/23

In this episode, we hear healing words rendered to a heart, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 87, penned by Madurai Peraalavaayar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', the verse sketches a journey as it nears its end.

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8:22

Aganaanooru 86 – Recollecting the wedding

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2025/09/22

In this episode, we listen to recollections of a joyous event, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 86, penned by Nallaavoor Kizhaar. Set in the prosperous towns of the 'Marutham' or 'Farmlands landscape', the verse depicts intricate customs in a Sangam era wedding.

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4:13

Aganaanooru 85 – Remembering a promise

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2025/09/19

In this episode, we listen to a recollection of promises, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 85, penned by Kaattoor Kizhaar Maganaar Kannanaar. The verse is situated amidst the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape' and offers consolation to an anxious heart.

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5:03

Aganaanooru 84 – Sundered by a siege

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2025/09/18

In this episode, we listen to an anguished heart, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 84, penned by Madurai Ezhuththaalan. The verse is situated in the fragrant forests of the 'Mullai' or 'Forest landscape' and compares the abodes of two parted lovers.

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5:05

Aganaanooru 83 – So far but she’s here

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2025/09/17

In this episode, we perceive an instance of love across the miles, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 83, penned by Kallaadanaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', the verse echoes the tender feelings in the heart of a man parted away from his beloved.

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6:01

Aganaanooru 82 – Why am I the only one?

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2025/09/16

In this episode, we delight in musical sounds many, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 82, penned by Kabilar. The verse is situated amidst the bee-buzzing cascades of the 'Kurinji' or 'Mountain landscape' and reveals the hidden emotions of a lady.

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5:54

Aganaanooru 81 – Questioning the deserting bear

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2025/09/15

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.

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4:25

Aganaanooru 80 – The Path from Dark to Day

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2025/09/12

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.

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6:00

Aganaanooru 79 – Stepping back after pushing in

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2025/09/11

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.

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7:21

Aganaanooru 78 – The caring male elephant

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2025/09/10

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.

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6:25

Aganaanooru 77 – A spear’s thrust in her tears

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2025/09/09

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.

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5:24

Aganaanooru 76 – An oath to seize

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2025/09/08

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.

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5:33

Aganaanooru 75 – Heart not to part

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2025/09/05

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.

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4:59

Aganaanooru 74 – Melancholy of the evening

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2025/09/04

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.

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5:51

Aganaanooru 73 – The reminding rain

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2025/09/03

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.

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7:13

Aganaanooru 72 – The one in the wrong

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2025/09/02

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.

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5:40

Aganaanooru 71 – An evening of suffering

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2025/09/01

In this episode, we listen to an outpouring of suffering, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 71, penned by Anthi Ilankeeranaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', the verse presents nuanced similes to etch the sorrow in a heart.

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