ஒன்றுபடு சிந்தனை செய் - Oupatu cintanai sey
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.
ஒன்றுபடு சிந்தனை செய்
Meaning
ஒன்றுபடு - ஒருமித்த, சிந்தனை - யோசனை, செய் - செய்
Paraphrase
மனதில் ஒரே நோக்குடன் யோசனை செய்
Moral
தெளிவான யோசனை வெற்றிக்கு வழிகாட்டும்.
தெளிவான திட்டம் வெற்றிக்கு வழி
பவித்ரா திட்டங்களை தெளிவாகச் சிந்தித்து செயல்பட்டாள். இளநிலைக் காலத்திலேயே மேற்படிப்புக்கு இடம் பெற்றாள்.
Oupatu cintanai sey
Translation
Think with a focused mind
Moral
தெளிவான யோசனை வெற்றிக்கு வழிகாட்டும்.
Pavithra’s Clarity
Pavithra always planned with a clear mind. She got into a top university through thoughtful preparation.
Comments (8)
Lakshay Singh
1 month ago
Absolutely love this one. It reminds me of the core values my grandparents taught me.
Anvi Lad
1 month ago
This verse speaks volumes. We need more reminders like this in today’s fast-paced world.
Mamooty Choudhary
1 month ago
I find this poem very motivating. It pushes us to be more honest and kind in our actions.
Bhavin Deshpande
1 month ago
This verse speaks volumes. We need more reminders like this in today’s fast-paced world.
Ranbir Vaidya
1 month ago
So much truth in this couplet. The poet captured an eternal value in just two lines.
Rhea Sagar
1 month ago
I find this poem very motivating. It pushes us to be more honest and kind in our actions.
Prerak Chokshi
1 month ago
So much truth in this couplet. The poet captured an eternal value in just two lines.
🌟 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.
ஈனும் புகழும் - Ium pukaum
ஈனம் - இழிவான நிலை, புகழ் - நல்ல பெயர்
🧠 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.
Misha Amble
1 month ago
This verse speaks volumes. We need more reminders like this in today’s fast-paced world.