இளமை ஒழுக்கம் உவக்கும் - Ilamai oukkam uvakkum
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.
இளமை ஒழுக்கம் உவக்கும்
Meaning
இளமை - இளம் பருவம், ஒழுக்கம் - நெறி, உவக்கும் - உயர்த்தும்
Paraphrase
இளமையிலே ஒழுக்கத்துடன் வாழ்வது நன்மையை உண்டாக்கும்
Moral
இளமையின் ஒழுக்கம் வாழ்நாளை உன்னதமாக்கும்.
ஒழுக்கம் கொண்ட இளைஞர்
அசோக் இளமையில் ஒழுக்கமாக வாழ்ந்தான். பிறர் மதிப்பும் வாய்ப்புகளும் தனக்கே வந்தன.
Ilamai oukkam uvakkum
Translation
Youthful discipline elevates
Moral
இளமையின் ஒழுக்கம் வாழ்நாளை உன்னதமாக்கும்.
Ashok’s Respect
Ashok lived with discipline in his youth. He earned respect and opportunities everywhere he went.
Comments (5)
Lakshay Bhakta
1 month ago
What a beautiful thought! The poet's ability to express deep meaning in few words is just remarkable.
Samaira Boase
1 month 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.
Indranil Dua
1 month ago
Absolutely love this one. It reminds me of the core values my grandparents taught me.
Oorja Bera
1 month ago
Absolutely love this one. It reminds me of the core values my grandparents taught me.
🌟 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.
ஊழியத்தில் தவறு செய்யேல் - Uiyattil tavau ceyyel
ஊழியம் - வேலை, தவறு - பிழை, செய்யேல் - செய்யாதே
🧠 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.
Indrans Lanka
1 month ago
This verse speaks volumes. We need more reminders like this in today’s fast-paced world.