இயல்வது கரவேல் - Iyalvatu karavel
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.
இயல்வது கரவேல்
Meaning
இயல்வது - தன்னால் முடிந்ததை, கரவேல் - மறைக்காதே
Paraphrase
தன்னால் செய்யக்கூடிய உதவியை மறுக்காமல் செய்
Moral
செய்யக்கூடிய உதவியை மறுத்தல் தவறு.
உதவி மறுக்காதவன்
விஜய் ஒரு நண்பனுக்குச் சிறிய உதவிக்கு முன் வந்தான். அந்த உதவியால் அந்த நண்பன் வாழ்க்கை மாறியது.
Iyalvatu karavel
Translation
Don’t deny what you can give
Moral
செய்யக்கூடிய உதவியை மறுத்தல் தவறு.
Vijay’s Simple Help
Vijay offered a small help to his friend. That small act changed his friend’s life for the better.
Comments (11)
Urvi Bansal
1 month ago
A brilliant expression of character and virtue. It’s a guidepost for living an ethical life.
Pranay Chander
1 month ago
Aathichudi always leaves a strong impression on me. This one teaches discipline in such a simple yet effective way.
Jayant Dara
1 month ago
So much truth in this couplet. The poet captured an eternal value in just two lines.
Aarush Hari
1 month ago
A brilliant expression of character and virtue. It’s a guidepost for living an ethical life.
Abram Dhingra
1 month ago
I find this poem very motivating. It pushes us to be more honest and kind in our actions.
Kashvi Sankaran
1 month ago
I find this poem very motivating. It pushes us to be more honest and kind in our actions.
Gatik Babu
1 month ago
This verse speaks volumes. We need more reminders like this in today’s fast-paced world.
Nitya Ray
1 month ago
So much truth in this couplet. The poet captured an eternal value in just two lines.
Baiju Sidhu
1 month ago
Absolutely love this one. It reminds me of the core values my grandparents taught me.
Ryan Sandal
1 month ago
So much truth in this couplet. The poet captured an eternal value in just two lines.
🌟 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.
ஊக்கம் நலன்தரும் - Ukkam nala tarum
ஊக்கம் - உற்சாகம், நலன் - நன்மை, தரும் - தரும்
🧠 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.
Samarth Khosla
1 month ago
Really appreciate the wisdom here. Makes me want to follow this guidance in daily life.