Sangam Lit
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!
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 8 minutes
- Episodes
- 362
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Aganaanooru 45 – Suffering of separation
In this episode, we perceive the angst of a lady, parted from her beloved, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 45, penned by Velliveethiyaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape'…
00:06:01 |
Fri 25 Jul 2025
Aganaanooru 44 – Hasten the chariot homeward
In this episode, we observe the eagerness of a man to return home, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 44, penned by Kudavayil Keeraththanaar. The verse is situated amidst the speeding r…
00:06:40 |
Thu 24 Jul 2025
Aganaanooru 43 – Rain of togetherness
In this episode, we perceive a clear decision in a man's mind, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 43, penned by Madurai Aasiriyaar Nallanthuvanaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands land…
00:05:39 |
Wed 23 Jul 2025
Aganaanooru 42 – Relief of the rains
In this episode, we experience a downpour of joy, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 42, penned by Kabilar. Set in the rain-soaked ranges of the 'Kurinji' or 'Mountain Landscape', the v…
00:04:56 |
Tue 22 Jul 2025
Aganaanooru 41 – Spring’s here and I’m not there
In this episode, we perceive worry about another's pain, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 41, penned by Kundriyanaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', the verse illustrat…
00:04:32 |
Mon 21 Jul 2025
Aganaanooru 40 – A wish for the parted heart
In this episode, we listen to a lady's lament, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 40, penned by Kundriyanaar. Set amidst the roaring waves of the 'Neythal' or 'Coastal landscape', the …
00:06:00 |
Fri 18 Jul 2025
Aganaanooru 39 – The fire of separation
In this episode, we hear heartfelt words of appeasement, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 39, penned by Madurai Chenkannanaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', the verse …
00:07:07 |
Thu 17 Jul 2025
Aganaanooru 38 – The appearance of absence
In this episode, we listen to how a hidden message is subtly conveyed, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 38, penned by Vadama Vannakkan Peri Saathanaar. Set in the 'Kurinji' or 'Mount…
00:05:40 |
Wed 16 Jul 2025
Aganaanooru 37 – The season of togetherness
In this episode, we perceive the distress in the lady's heart, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 37, penned by Vitrootru Mootheyinanaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', th…
00:07:11 |
Tue 15 Jul 2025
Aganaanooru 36 – Louder than a battle cry
In this episode, we listen to the angry words of a wife, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 36, penned by Madurai Nakeerar. Set amidst the fish-filled ponds and blooming trees of the '…
00:07:59 |
Mon 14 Jul 2025
Aganaanooru 35 – A prayer for her
In this episode, we listen to a mother's fervent prayer, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 35, penned by Kudavayil Keerathanaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', the verse …
00:06:38 |
Fri 11 Jul 2025
Aganaanooru 34 – Make her wish come true
In this episode, we perceive the yearning in a man to return home speedily, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 34, penned by Madurai Maruthan Ilanaakanaar. Set in the rain-soaked 'Mulla…
00:05:52 |
Thu 10 Jul 2025
Aganaanooru 33 – Now is not the time to turn back
In this episode, we listen to thoughtful words spoken to the heart, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 33, penned by Madurai Alakkar Gnaazhaar Makanaar Mallanaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or…
00:05:21 |
Wed 09 Jul 2025
Aganaanooru 32 – Saying no and meaning yes
In this episode, we perceive a romance brewing, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 32, penned by Nalvelliyaar. Set amidst the millet fields in the 'Kurinji' or 'Mountain landscape', the…
00:05:57 |
Tue 08 Jul 2025
Aganaanooru 31 – No one to blame him
In this episode, we perceive the fearsome nature of the region, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 31, penned by Maamoolanaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', the verse of…
00:06:16 |
Mon 07 Jul 2025
Aganaanooru 30 – A word of care
In this episode, we relish intriguing similes on ancient professions, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 30, penned by Mudangi Kidantha Neduncheralaathan. The verse is situated amidst t…
00:04:57 |
Sat 05 Jul 2025
Aganaanooru 29 – Right here with you
In this episode, we understand perspectives about the pursuit of wealth, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 29, penned by Vellaadiyanaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands landscape', t…
00:07:26 |
Fri 04 Jul 2025
Aganaanooru 28 – Act as if it’s true
In this episode, we perceive the communication of a hidden message, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 28, penned by the Pandya King Arivudai Nambi. The verse is situated amidst the mi…
00:05:15 |
Thu 03 Jul 2025
Aganaanooru 27 – How can he leave?
In this episode, we listen to an interesting argument for allaying fear, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 27, penned by Madurai Kanakkaayanaar. Set in the 'Paalai' or 'Drylands lands…
00:06:07 |
Wed 02 Jul 2025
Aganaanooru 26 – Then and Now
In this episode, we perceive a moment when the heart wins over the head, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 26, penned by Paandiyan Kaanapereyil Thantha Ukkira Peruvazhuthi. The verse i…
00:06:50 |
Tue 01 Jul 2025
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