ஊழியத்திலே உயிர் வைய் - Uiyattile uyir vai
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.
ஊழியத்திலே உயிர் வைய்
Meaning
ஊழியம் - தொழில், உயிர் - உயிரைப்போல், வைய் - வைத்து செய்
Paraphrase
தொழிலை உயிரைப் போல் நேசி
Moral
தொழிலுக்கு அன்பும் அர்ப்பணிப்பும் தேவை.
தொழிலே உயிரானாள்
ஷ்ருதி தனது வேலைக்கு உயிர் போல் அன்பு செலுத்தினாள். அந்த ஆழ்ந்த பாசம் வேலைக்கும் உயர்வுக்கும் வழிகாட்டியது.
Uiyattile uyir vai
Translation
Treat your work as life itself
Moral
தொழிலுக்கு அன்பும் அர்ப்பணிப்பும் தேவை.
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Comments (7)
Jivin Tella
1 month ago
What a beautiful thought! The poet's ability to express deep meaning in few words is just remarkable.
Samarth Kumar
1 month ago
Absolutely love this one. It reminds me of the core values my grandparents taught me.
Raghav Ramaswamy
1 month ago
I find this poem very motivating. It pushes us to be more honest and kind in our actions.
Elakshi Badal
1 month ago
I find this poem very motivating. It pushes us to be more honest and kind in our actions.
Ryan Chawla
1 month ago
This verse speaks volumes. We need more reminders like this in today’s fast-paced world.
Zeeshan Sastry
1 month ago
Really appreciate the wisdom here. Makes me want to follow this guidance in daily life.
🌟 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.
ஊக்கமுள்ள செயல் செய்யல் - Ukkamulla ceyal ceyyal
ஊக்கம் - உற்சாகம், செயல் - செயல்கள், செய்யல் - செய் (நிகழ்த்து)
🧠 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.
Samaira Gole
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.