இலவம்பஞ்சிற் றுயில் - Ilavampanci tuyil
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.
இலவம்பஞ்சிற் றுயில்
Meaning
இலவம்பஞ்சில் - மெத்தை, துயில் - உறங்கு
Paraphrase
மெத்தை மேல் அமைதியாக உறங்கு
Moral
தூய்மையும் சுகமும் நலமளிக்கும்.
சீரான உறக்கம் கொண்டவன்
தர்ஷன் நல்ல மெத்தையில் உறங்கும் பழக்கம் கொண்டான். அந்த தூக்கத்தால் ஆரோக்கியமும் சுறுசுறுப்பும் கிடைத்தது.
Ilavampanci tuyil
Translation
Sleep peacefully on a soft bed
Moral
தூய்மையும் சுகமும் நலமளிக்கும்.
Darshan’s Sleep Habit
Darshan used a clean, soft bed and slept well. It gave him great energy and health.
Comments (5)
Anya Bhardwaj
4 months ago
I find this poem very motivating. It pushes us to be more honest and kind in our actions.
Oorja Yohannan
4 months ago
I find this poem very motivating. It pushes us to be more honest and kind in our actions.
Advika Badal
4 months ago
So much truth in this couplet. The poet captured an eternal value in just two lines.
Ranbir Dube
4 months ago
I find this poem very motivating. It pushes us to be more honest and kind in our actions.
🌟 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.
இணக்கமறிந்து இணங்கு - Inankam aintu inanku
இணக்கம் - நல்ல தன்மைகள், அறிந்து - ஆராய்ந்து, இணங்கு - நட்புகொள்
🧠 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.
Indrans Lanka
4 months ago
A brilliant expression of character and virtue. It’s a guidepost for living an ethical life.