அஃக மருந்து அஞ்சேல் - Aka maruntu ancel
Aathichudi, composed by the revered Tamil poetess Avvaiyar, is a foundational text in Tamil literature that imparts timeless moral values through simple yet profound one-line verses. Consisting of 109 aphorisms arranged in alphabetical order, it serves as an ethical guide for children and adults alike—instilling virtues such as discipline, kindness, knowledge, and humility that transcend generations and cultural boundaries.
அஃக மருந்து அஞ்சேல்
Meaning
அஃகம் - உணவு, மருந்து - சுகம் தரும் விருந்து, அஞ்சேல் - பயப்படாதே
Paraphrase
உணவு மருந்தாகும்; பயப்படாமல் அளவோடு உண்டு
Moral
சரியான உணவு மருந்தாக அமையும்.
அளவு உணவுக்கு பயமில்லை
அவிநாஷ் தீவிர டயட் இன்றி, நல்ல உணவைச் சீராக எடுத்தான். அதனால் ஆரோக்கியம் காக்கப்பட்டது.
Aka maruntu ancel
Translation
Don't fear food that heals
Moral
சரியான உணவு மருந்தாக அமையும்.
Avinash’s Balance
Avinash didn’t fear food but ate mindfully. He stayed fit with a simple, healthy diet.
Comments (11)
Tiya Ghose
1 month ago
This Kural offers profound wisdom about life. It truly reflects the values we should carry every day. It's amazing how relevant this remains even in modern times.
Ehsaan Chadha
1 month ago
I find this poem very motivating. It pushes us to be more honest and kind in our actions.
Hansh Subramaniam
1 month ago
I find this poem very motivating. It pushes us to be more honest and kind in our actions.
Sumer Dugal
1 month ago
What a beautiful thought! The poet's ability to express deep meaning in few words is just remarkable.
Myra Bandi
1 month ago
A brilliant expression of character and virtue. It’s a guidepost for living an ethical life.
Rania Edwin
1 month ago
This verse speaks volumes. We need more reminders like this in today’s fast-paced world.
Lavanya Deshpande
1 month ago
Absolutely love this one. It reminds me of the core values my grandparents taught me.
Saanvi Goswami
1 month ago
This verse speaks volumes. We need more reminders like this in today’s fast-paced world.
Mohanlal Das
1 month ago
Absolutely love this one. It reminds me of the core values my grandparents taught me.
Neysa Ganesan
1 month ago
A brilliant expression of character and virtue. It’s a guidepost for living an ethical life.
🌟 Poem of the Day
Explore daily pearls of wisdom from the classic Aathichudi. Each day features a powerful line that instills values, discipline, and moral clarity—nurturing young minds and inspiring all generations with timeless Tamil teachings.
ஊக்கமுள்ள செயல் செய்யல் - Ukkamulla ceyal ceyyal
ஊக்கம் - உற்சாகம், செயல் - செயல்கள், செய்யல் - செய் (நிகழ்த்து)
🧠 About Avvaiyar
Avvaiyar is one of the most respected Tamil poetesses, celebrated for her wisdom-filled works aimed at instilling values in young minds. Among her many contributions, the Aathichudi stands out as a foundational text that teaches moral lessons through simple and powerful one-line verses.
Believed to have lived during the Sangam era, Avvaiyar used poetry as a tool to educate and guide people toward righteousness and discipline. Her teachings continue to resonate across generations, making her a timeless symbol of Tamil knowledge and virtue.
Nirvi Bobal
1 month ago
Absolutely love this one. It reminds me of the core values my grandparents taught me.