ஊழிக்கு அஞ்சேல் - Uikku ancel
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.
ஊழிக்கு அஞ்சேல்
Meaning
ஊழி - கடைசி நிலை, அஞ்சேல் - பயப்படாதே
Paraphrase
மரணம் போன்ற இறுதி நிலையை பயந்து செயலிழக்க வேண்டாம்
Moral
இறுதி நினைவால் செயல் தவறக் கூடாது.
அஞ்சாத ஆவல்
மோகன் கடைசி காலத்தில் பயந்து விட்டுப் போகவில்லை. கடைசி வரை துணிந்து செயல்பட்டார்.
Uikku ancel
Translation
Don’t fear the end
Moral
இறுதி நினைவால் செயல் தவறக் கூடாது.
Mohan’s Bravery
Though close to the end, Mohan kept acting with courage and dignity till his last breath.
Comments (8)
Piya Arora
1 month ago
Aathichudi always leaves a strong impression on me. This one teaches discipline in such a simple yet effective way.
Aayush Bansal
1 month ago
This verse speaks volumes. We need more reminders like this in today’s fast-paced world.
Dhanuk Balasubramanian
1 month ago
Aathichudi always leaves a strong impression on me. This one teaches discipline in such a simple yet effective way.
Eva Varghese
1 month ago
So much truth in this couplet. The poet captured an eternal value in just two lines.
Diya Samra
1 month ago
Absolutely love this one. It reminds me of the core values my grandparents taught me.
Lakshit Brar
1 month ago
This verse speaks volumes. We need more reminders like this in today’s fast-paced world.
Kimaya Verma
1 month 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.
ஊரிடம் புகழ்பெறு - Uritam puka peu
ஊரிடம் - மக்களிடத்தில், புகழ் - நற்பெயர், பெறு - பெறுதல்
🧠 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.
Krish Kapoor
1 month ago
Aathichudi always leaves a strong impression on me. This one teaches discipline in such a simple yet effective way.