அரவ மாட்டேல் - Aravam mattel
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.
அரவ மாட்டேல்
Meaning
அரவம் - பாம்பு, மாட்டேல் - அணுகாதே
Paraphrase
பாம்புடன் விளையாடாதே
Moral
அபாயங்களை தவிர்க்கவேண்டும்.
பாம்புடன் விளையாடிய பையன்
முரளி பாம்புடன் விளையாட, அது கடித்தது. பின் உயிர் வாழ முடியவில்லை. அபாயம் விளையாட்டல்ல.
Aravam mattel
Translation
Don't play with snakes
Moral
அபாயங்களை தவிர்க்கவேண்டும்.
Bitten by Risk
Murali played with a snake. It bit him. Danger should not be taken lightly.
Comments (11)
Lakshay Singh
3 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.
Samarth Handa
3 months ago
Really appreciate the wisdom here. Makes me want to follow this guidance in daily life.
Miraya Kamdar
3 months ago
I find this poem very motivating. It pushes us to be more honest and kind in our actions.
Badal Sheth
3 months ago
So much truth in this couplet. The poet captured an eternal value in just two lines.
Reyansh Chatterjee
3 months ago
Absolutely love this one. It reminds me of the core values my grandparents taught me.
Darshit Zachariah
3 months ago
Absolutely love this one. It reminds me of the core values my grandparents taught me.
Tara Gole
3 months ago
So much truth in this couplet. The poet captured an eternal value in just two lines.
Farhan Mall
3 months ago
Aathichudi always leaves a strong impression on me. This one teaches discipline in such a simple yet effective way.
Jhanvi Choudhary
3 months ago
So much truth in this couplet. The poet captured an eternal value in just two lines.
Lakshay Dugar
3 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.
ஓங்கும் கல்வி ஓதுக - Onkum kalvi otuka
ஓங்கும் - உயர்வு தரும், கல்வி - கல்வியை, ஓதுக - கற்று அறிந்து கொள்
🧠 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.
Jayesh Chandra
3 months ago
A brilliant expression of character and virtue. It’s a guidepost for living an ethical life.