இணக்கமறிந்து இணங்கு - Inankam aintu inanku
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.
இணக்கமறிந்து இணங்கு
Meaning
இணக்கம் - நல்ல தன்மைகள், அறிந்து - ஆராய்ந்து, இணங்கு - நட்புகொள்
Paraphrase
நல்லவர்களோடு நட்பு செய்
Moral
நல்ல நண்பர்கள் வாழ்க்கையின் நிழலாத பயணிகள்.
நட்பை தேர்ந்த ராஜா
ராஜா தனது நண்பர்களை நற்குணங்களின் அடிப்படையில் தேர்ந்தெடுத்தான். அவரால் சரியான நேரத்தில் நல்ல துணை கிடைத்தது.
Inankam aintu inanku
Translation
Befriend the best
Moral
நல்ல நண்பர்கள் வாழ்க்கையின் நிழலாத பயணிகள்.
Raja Chose Rightly
Raja made friends based on virtue, not popularity. That helped him in times of need.
Comments (8)
Aaina Lall
1 week ago
A brilliant expression of character and virtue. It’s a guidepost for living an ethical life.
Heer Dara
1 week ago
Such clarity and depth! Every time I read this, I gain a new perspective.
Indrans Sekhon
1 week ago
Such clarity and depth! Every time I read this, I gain a new perspective.
Jhanvi Deshmukh
1 week ago
Really appreciate the wisdom here. Makes me want to follow this guidance in daily life.
Riaan Tripathi
1 week ago
I find this poem very motivating. It pushes us to be more honest and kind in our actions.
Madhav Bava
1 week ago
Aathichudi always leaves a strong impression on me. This one teaches discipline in such a simple yet effective way.
Yuvraj Chaudhry
1 week ago
Really appreciate the wisdom here. Makes me want to follow this guidance in daily 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.
ஊக்கம்தான் முன்னேற்றத்தின் மையம் - Ukkamta mueatti maiyam
ஊக்கம் - உற்சாகம், முன்னேற்றம் - வளர்ச்சி, மையம் - மையப்புள்ளி
🧠 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.
Zain Bhagat
1 week ago
Absolutely love this one. It reminds me of the core values my grandparents taught me.