Sangam Lit is an English podcast by Nandini Karky on 2000 year old classical Tamil poetry from the Sangam Era. Explore ancient lands and minds through these reflections. Travel to the past, connect to the present and gather lessons for the future. Get lit!
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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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
In this episode, we perceive the transformation in a man, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 141, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and sketches the success story of a man's mission.
In this episode, we listen to the man's angst-ridden words, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 140, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and portrays an instance of passionate persuasion.
In this episode, we perceive a man's plea to the wise, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 139, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and depicts the suffering of a man, smitten by love.
In this episode, we listen to a man's story of winning over his love, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 138, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and portrays a public ritual, undertaken as the last resort by young men in love.
In this episode, we perceive the burning angst of a lady, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 137, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and paints a picture of pain born out of pleasure.
In this episode, we observe the changing stance of the lady's joy, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 136, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and showcases the sport of gambling in the Sangam era.
In this episode, we listen to an appeal to a person's sense of honour, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 135, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and portrays a lady's state in the midst of parting.
In this episode, we perceive the pain of a parted lady, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 134, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and depicts the empathy shown by the elements of the land.
In this episode, we hear words of advice rendered, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 133, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and lists the meaning of virtuous qualities.
In this episode, we listen to an argument put forth to persuade a person, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 132, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and presents insightful images from an ancient seashore.
In this episode, we perceive stunning images from an ancient seashore, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 131, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and sketches the dynamics in the relationship between the man and the lady.
In this episode, we observe the transformation in a person, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 130, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and sketches the effect of an evening on a maiden.
In this episode, we perceive the arrival of evening with striking similes, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 129, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and sketches heartrending conversations with elements in the environment.
In this episode, we listen to the events that unfolded in a dream, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 128, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and reveals the subtle reasons for a transformation.
In this episode, we hear piercing words rendered to persuade a person, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 127, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and attempts to change the man's heart.
In this episode, we perceive picturesque images from the sea, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 126, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and presents the assumptions and revelations in the mind of a parted maiden.
In this episode, we listen to a philosophical thought about the heart, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 125, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and puts forth a heartfelt plea.
In this episode, we listen to the confidante's thoughtful request, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 124, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and relates the consequences of a man's parting.
In this episode, we perceive the actions of a troubled heart, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 123, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and presents a portrait of a maiden, parted from her beloved.
In this episode, we perceive the confused heart of a lady, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 122, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and reveals an impossible situation in a person's life.
In this episode, we hear a passionate plea on behalf of a friend, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 121, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and depicts the state of a maiden with elements of nature.
In this episode, we infer emotions from intricate similes about human nature, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 120, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and brings forth the transformation at the cusp of an event.
In this episode, we perceive a lady's pain, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 119, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and highlights the happenings of an evening.
In this episode, we listen to a lady's lament, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 118, penned by Nallanthuvanaar. The verse is situated in the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal Landscape' and sketches the words rendered to an evening.
In this episode, we listen to the words of a lovelorn man, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 117, penned by Chozhan Nalluruthiran. The verse is situated in the 'Mullai' or 'Forest Landscape' and portrays an expression of interest in a conversation between a couple.
In this episode, we perceive a conflict between a lady and a man, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 116, penned by Chozhan Nalluruthiran. The verse is situated in the 'Mullai' or 'Forest Landscape' and portrays the relentlessness of a man's pursuit.
In this episode, we perceive the fearful stance of the lady, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 115, penned by Chozhan Nalluruthiran. The verse is situated in the 'Mullai' or 'Forest Landscape' and sketches a domestic scene and its consequences in the life of the lady.
In this episode, we perceive a lady's anxious state, portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 114, penned by Chozhan Nalluruthiran. The verse is situated in the 'Mullai' or 'Forest Landscape' and sketches the agony of a lady as momentous events unfold before her.
In this episode, we listen to a intriguing conversation, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 113, penned by Chozhan Nalluruthiran. The verse is situated in the 'Mullai' or 'Forest Landscape' and presents hidden layers in the relationship of a man and his lady.
In this episode, we perceive a lady's change of stance, portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 112, penned by Chozhan Nalluruthiran. The verse is situated in the 'Mullai' or 'Forest Landscape' and etches the determined pursuit of a man.
In this episode, we listen to a lady's plea to a friend, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 111, penned by Chozhan Nalluruthiran. The verse is situated in the 'Mullai' or 'Forest Landscape' and sketches the petition and dismissal of a man's requests.
In this episode, we perceive a conversation between a lovelorn man and his beloved, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 110, penned by Chozhan Nalluruthiran. The verse is situated in the 'Mullai' or 'Forest Landscape' and presents elements that echo the soul of this land.
In this episode, we listen to a heart's outpouring, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 109, penned by Chozhan Nalluruthiran. The verse is situated in the 'Mullai' or 'Forest Landscape' and etches the mesmerising beauty of a maiden.
In this episode, we see sparks fly in a couple's conversation, as conveyed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 108, penned by Chozhan Nalluruthiran. The verse is situated in the 'Mullai' or 'Forest Landscape' and reveals interesting perspectives about work in ancient times.
In this episode, we listen to an amusing conversation, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 107, penned by Chozhan Nalluruthiran. The verse is situated in the 'Mullai' or 'Forest Landscape' and paints both the confusion and the relief in the mind of a lady.
In this episode, we perceive the practical aspects of bull taming, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 106, penned by Chozhan Nalluruthiran. The verse is situated in the 'Mullai' or 'Forest Landscape' and reveals the value of courage in a man as seen from the eyes of their beloved maiden.
In this episode, we perceive conflict and triumph in a bull taming arena, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 105, penned by Chozhan Nalluruthiran. The verse is situated in the 'Mullai' or 'Forest Landscape' and reveals happy tidings in the lady's life.
In this episode, we listen to a detailed account of bull taming events, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 104, penned by Chozhan Nalluruthiran. The verse is situated in the 'Mullai' or 'Forest Landscape' and echoes a lady's pride in her beloved's conquest in the arena.
In this episode, we perceive dynamic scenes from a bull taming arena, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 103, penned by Chozhan Nalluruthiran. The verse is situated in the 'Mullai' or 'Forest Landscape' and relays the importance accorded to courage and determination in an ancient culture.
In this episode, we listen to an account of a jubilant bull taming, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 102, penned by Chozhan Nalluruthiran. The verse is situated in the 'Mullai' or 'Forest Landscape' and sketches the determination of a young man to win the one he loves.
In this episode, we perceive the ancient Tamil custom of taming a bull, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 101, penned by Chozhan Nalluruthiran. The verse is situated in the 'Mullai' or 'Forest Landscape' and conveys the connection of this ancient custom to the lady's life.
In this episode, we perceive the intersection of different aspects of life, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Kalithogai 100, penned by Maruthan Ilanaakanaar. The verse is situated in the ‘Marutham' or ‘Farmlands landscape' and pleads for a king's kindness.