Controversy hits the Jnanpith Award as over 200 writers and activists call for its revocation from Vairamuthu. The group cites "moral stains" from #MeToo allegations and a "lowbrow" literary style. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/movies-music/news/profound-affront-tamil-film-literary-collective-demands-revocation-of-jnanpith-to-vairamuthu-gk7u9icm?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #Vairamuthu #JnanpithAward #TamilLiterature #MeTooIndia
"The contemporary face of shamelessness." Writer B Jeyamohan doesn't hold back in his latest critique of Vairamuthu's Jnanpith win, alleging political puppetry and announcing a massive ₹1 Crore alternative award to reclaim Tamil literary pride. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/movies-music/news/vairamuthu-will-do-anything-for-awards-will-even-lick-boots-says-jeyamohan-amid-jnanpith-row-l5zdggnf?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #Jeyamohan #Vairamuthu #JnanpithAward #TamilLiterature #LiteraryFeud
Noted Tamil poet and lyricist Vairamuthu has been awarded the prestigious Jnanpith Award, becoming the third literary figure from Tamil Nadu to receive India’s highest literary honour. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/features/books/vairamuthu-wins-jnanpith-award-for-contributions-to-tamil-literature-oyc45d69?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #Vairamuthu #JnanpithAward #TamilLiterature #IndianLiterature

Tamil Alvar poets infused devotion with lyric intimacy.

Female voices in bhakti poetry opened new spaces for longing and the divine across love songs and hymns. 🌺🔥

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https://brewminate.com/alvar-tamil-poets-and-the-female-voice-looking-for-the-divine-in-ancient-hindu-love-songs/

Alvar Poets and the Female Voice in Tamil Devotion

Examine the Alvar poets and the female devotional voice in ancient Tamil Hindu love songs expressing longing, devotion, and divine intimacy.

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இது ஒரு தமிழ் பாடல் 👇🏿

தாதிதூ தோதீது தத்தைத்தூ தோதாது
தூதிதூ தொத்தித்த தூததே –
தாதொத்த
துத்திதத் தாதே துதித்துத்தே தொத்தீது
தித்தித்த தோதித் திதி.

– தகரவருக்கப் பாட்டு,
வித்தாரச்செய்யுள், தனிப்பாடல்கள் – காளமேகப்புலவர்

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தாதிதூ தோதீது தத்தைத்தூ தோதாது - தகரவருக்கப் பாட்டு - தூது - வித்தாரச்செய்யுள் - தனிப்பாடல்கள் - காளமேகப்புலவர் | குருவிரொட்டி இணைய இதழ்

தாதிதூ தோதீது தத்தைத்தூ தோதாதுதூதிதூ தொத்தித்த தூததே - தகரவருக்கப் பாட்டு - வித்தாரச்செய்யுள் - தனிப்பாடல்கள் - காளமேகப்புலவர்

குருவிரொட்டி இணைய இதழ்
Community whispers have resumed as the maidservant reappears after ages. The octogenarian's expressions speak volumes. Kambar's timeless verse fits perfectly: 'அன்னலும் நோக்கினார், அவளும் நோக்கினாள்.' #TamilLiterature #ModernDayEpic

*Chapter 3 Teaser*

Get ready for the next chapter of @ThirukkuralADay! 🌊 After surviving a perilous submarine adventure, Rajamani's journey takes a new turn in this episode inspired by The Greatness of Ascetics from the Thirukkural.
Is Rajamani truly safe? Or is he about to face new challenges?
Join us as we explore:
• The Forgotten Island: Where Rajamani and the crew find themselves stranded
• Ancient ruins & mysteries: What secrets lie hidden on this mysterious island?
• The wisdom of the Thirukkural: How do the verses about ascetics apply to Rajamani's situation?
• Personal growth & new perspectives: See how Rajamani and his fellow travellers grow with every challenge

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qt6rvDecpyA

This chapter explores themes of self-discipline, inner strength and the search for meaning as Rajamani encounters new challenges.

Will Rajamani ever make it back home to Lata and Sahasranamam?. Is this the end of his adventures, or just the beginning?

Watch the teaser now and find out! Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Thirukkural-inspired stories.

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Chapter 3 Thirukkural Teaser - Forgotten Island - Thirukkural Inspired Story

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Stories Inspired by Thirukkural- Thirukkural A Day (TAD) - Chapter 2:3 - A Promise Broken | A Submarine Story
“When the clouds deceive, withholding the rain, famine stalks the earth.”

Rajamani never expected his job on the submarine to turn into a fight for survival. Thirty-six hours earlier, he boarded with a simple mission—install a magic oven. But when the vessel descended too deep, the pressure wasn’t just on the submarine—it was on him too.

As alarms blared and the lights flickered, the old Tamil verse echoed in his mind:

விண்இன்று பொய்ப்பின் விரிநீர் வியனுலகத்து உள்நின்று உடற்றும் பசி (If clouds that promised rain deceive, and in the sky remain, famine, sore torment, stalks o’er earth’s vast ocean-girdled plain.)

Can Rajamani complete his work and survive, or will the submarine betray them all—like rainclouds that never deliver?

🌊 Watch as poetry, survival, and philosophy collide beneath the ocean. 🎥 Like, share, and subscribe for more stories inspired by Thirukkural!

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eytDVI6sZLU

Thirukkural A Day (TAD) Chapter2 3 - A Promise Broken | A Submarine Story Inspired by Thirukkural

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The Influence of the Four Vedas on Tamil Literature and Poetry | By Exotic India Art | Tealfeed

Behold the profound and enigmatic influence that the Four Vedas have imprinted upon the rich tapestry of Tamil literature and poetry in the splendid realm of South India.

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📚 Embark on an unforgettable journey with captivating Tamil novels! 🌟 Discover the richness of Tamil literature, filled with vibrant characters and compelling stories. Dive into the world of #TamilNovels and let your imagination soar! 📖🌍

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