ஊக்கம்தான் உயிர்க்கு நேர் - Ukkam ta uyirkku ner
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.
ஊக்கம்தான் உயிர்க்கு நேர்
Meaning
ஊக்கம் - உற்சாகம், தான் - தான், உயிர்க்கு நேர் - வாழ்வுக்கு வழி
Paraphrase
உற்சாகம்தான் வாழ்வின் வழிகாட்டி ஆகும்
Moral
ஊக்கம் இல்லாமல் வாழ்க்கை வெறுமையாகும்.
வாழ்வின் ஒளியாய் ஊக்கம்
அனூஷா இழப்புகளுக்கு மத்தியில் ஊக்கத்துடன் வாழ்ந்தார். அவருடைய மன உற்சாகம் அனைவருக்கும் ஊக்கம் அளித்தது.
Ukkam ta uyirkku ner
Translation
Enthusiasm is life’s guide
Moral
ஊக்கம் இல்லாமல் வாழ்க்கை வெறுமையாகும்.
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Comments (12)
Divyansh Das
1 week ago
A brilliant expression of character and virtue. It’s a guidepost for living an ethical life.
Biju Sidhu
1 week ago
Absolutely love this one. It reminds me of the core values my grandparents taught me.
Divij Seshadri
1 week ago
What a beautiful thought! The poet's ability to express deep meaning in few words is just remarkable.
Jhanvi Deshmukh
1 week ago
I find this poem very motivating. It pushes us to be more honest and kind in our actions.
Vaibhav Kata
1 week ago
What a beautiful thought! The poet's ability to express deep meaning in few words is just remarkable.
Madhup Verma
1 week ago
What a beautiful thought! The poet's ability to express deep meaning in few words is just remarkable.
Ranbir Vaidya
1 week ago
I find this poem very motivating. It pushes us to be more honest and kind in our actions.
Armaan Ahluwalia
1 week 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.
Anika Goel
1 week ago
Absolutely love this one. It reminds me of the core values my grandparents taught me.
Kavya Cherian
1 week ago
Aathichudi always leaves a strong impression on me. This one teaches discipline in such a simple yet effective way.
Taimur Kaur
1 week 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.
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.
Abram Sehgal
1 week ago
Such clarity and depth! Every time I read this, I gain a new perspective.