ஊற்றை மறவேல் - Uai maavel
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.
ஊற்றை மறவேல்
Meaning
ஊற்று - துவக்கக் காரணம், மறவேல் - மறந்துவிடாதே
Paraphrase
துவக்கம் செய்த இடத்தையும் மனிதரையும் மறக்காதே
Moral
வேரை மறந்தால் வளர்ச்சி வீணாகும்.
மூலத்தை மரியாதை செய்தவன்
எமிலி புகழ்பெற்ற நடிகையாக இருந்தார். ஆனால் அவர் துவங்கிய கிராம பஞ்சாயத்துக்கு நிதியுதவி செய்யத் தவறவில்லை.
Uai maavel
Translation
Never forget your roots
Moral
வேரை மறந்தால் வளர்ச்சி வீணாகும்.
Emily’s Gratitude
Despite her fame, actress Emily continued to donate to the school she studied in. She never forgot her roots.
Comments (6)
Lagan Chaudhuri
4 months ago
This verse speaks volumes. We need more reminders like this in today’s fast-paced world.
Vidur Venkataraman
4 months ago
So much truth in this couplet. The poet captured an eternal value in just two lines.
Biju Kalita
4 months ago
This verse speaks volumes. We need more reminders like this in today’s fast-paced world.
Shaan Banik
4 months ago
This verse speaks volumes. We need more reminders like this in today’s fast-paced world.
Rhea Kale
4 months 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.
🌟 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.
ஊக்கம்வந்து உளறேல் - Ukkam vadu ulael
ஊக்கம் - உற்சாகம், வந்து - வந்த பிறகு, உளறேல் - தவறாக நடக்காதே
🧠 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.
Hridaan Batra
4 months ago
Absolutely love this one. It reminds me of the core values my grandparents taught me.