ஊழியமே உயர்வு தரும் - Uiyame uyarvu tarum
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.
ஊழியமே உயர்வு தரும்
Meaning
ஊழியம் - தொழில்/வேலை, உயர்வு - முன்னேற்றம், தரும் - வழங்கும்
Paraphrase
தொழிலையே மனிதனை உயர்த்தும்
Moral
நடுவாழ்வுக்கு தொழில் அவசியம்.
உழைத்தால் உயரலாம்
அமீர், ஒரு பெண் சுத்தம் செய்யும் வேலையை நம்பிக்கையோடு செய்தார். அவரது நேர்த்தி, பிறகு ஒரு உணவக மேலாளராக உயர்ந்தார்.
Uiyame uyarvu tarum
Translation
Work brings growth
Moral
நடுவாழ்வுக்கு தொழில் அவசியம்.
Ameer’s Upliftment
Ameer started with cleaning jobs but rose to become a restaurant manager due to his dedication.
Comments (8)
Aarush Mane
1 month ago
What a beautiful thought! The poet's ability to express deep meaning in few words is just remarkable.
Mehul Sangha
1 month ago
Absolutely love this one. It reminds me of the core values my grandparents taught me.
Amani Gill
1 month ago
A brilliant expression of character and virtue. It’s a guidepost for living an ethical life.
Trisha Venkatesh
1 month ago
Such clarity and depth! Every time I read this, I gain a new perspective.
Ryan Bala
1 month ago
What a beautiful thought! The poet's ability to express deep meaning in few words is just remarkable.
Hunar Sampath
1 month ago
Aathichudi always leaves a strong impression on me. This one teaches discipline in such a simple yet effective way.
Parinaaz Iyer
1 month ago
Such clarity and depth! Every time I read this, I gain a new perspective.
🌟 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.
எண்ணிய முடிதல் வேண்டும் - Enniya mutital ventum
எண்ணிய - திட்டமிட்ட, முடிதல் - நிறைவு செய்தல், வேண்டும் - அவசியம்
🧠 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.
Nishith Rajagopalan
1 month ago
So much truth in this couplet. The poet captured an eternal value in just two lines.