ஆறுவது சினம் - Auvatu ciam

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.
ஆறுவது சினம்
Meaning
ஆறுவது - தணியும், சினம் - கோபம்
Paraphrase
கோபம் தற்காலிகமானது. அதைக் களைந்து விடு
Moral
கோபம் நிமிடம் ஒன்றுக்கு நாசம் தரும்.
சினம் களைந்த சிறுவன்
அரவிந்த் கோபமாக இருந்தபோது, ஆசிரியர் ‘ஆறுவது சினம்’ என்று கூறினார். அவர் அதைப் புரிந்து கொண்டதும், மன்னிப்புக் கேட்டான்.
Auvatu ciam
Translation
Anger will pass
Moral
கோபம் நிமிடம் ஒன்றுக்கு நாசம் தரும்.
Aravind’s Calm
When angry, Aravind remembered his teacher’s words and chose to forgive, restoring his friendship.
Comments (14)

Tushar Brahmbhatt
1 month ago
A brilliant expression of character and virtue. It’s a guidepost for living an ethical life.

Umang Jani
1 month ago
Really appreciate the wisdom here. Makes me want to follow this guidance in daily life.

Ryan Chawla
1 month ago
A brilliant expression of character and virtue. It’s a guidepost for living an ethical life.

Dhruv Vora
1 month ago
What a beautiful thought! The poet's ability to express deep meaning in few words is just remarkable.

Aayush Bansal
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.

Vanya Aurora
1 month ago
A brilliant expression of character and virtue. It’s a guidepost for living an ethical life.

Eva Varghese
1 month ago
Really appreciate the wisdom here. Makes me want to follow this guidance in daily life.

Nakul Bawa
1 month ago
Absolutely love this one. It reminds me of the core values my grandparents taught me.

Kiaan Chakraborty
1 month ago
Aathichudi always leaves a strong impression on me. This one teaches discipline in such a simple yet effective way.

Vidur Brar
1 month ago
Absolutely love this one. It reminds me of the core values my grandparents taught me.

Renee Seshadri
1 month ago
A brilliant expression of character and virtue. It’s a guidepost for living an ethical life.

Rati Sibal
1 month ago
I find this poem very motivating. It pushes us to be more honest and kind in our actions.

Arhaan Sani
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.
அறம் செய விரும்பு - Aaceya virumpu
அறம் - தருமத்தை, செய - செய்வதற்கு, விரும்பு - ஆசைபடு
🧠 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.
Uthkarsh Kannan
1 month ago
What a beautiful thought! The poet's ability to express deep meaning in few words is just remarkable.