ஊக்கம் தரும் - Ukkam tarum
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.
ஊக்கம் தரும்
Meaning
ஊக்கம் - உற்சாகம், தரும் - கிடைக்கும்
Paraphrase
உற்சாகம் முயற்சிக்கும் சக்தியை தரும்
Moral
ஊக்கம் முயற்சியின் இழைதான்.
ஊக்கத்தால் வென்றவன்
திவாகர் ஒரு போட்டியில் தோற்றுவிட்டாலும், மீண்டும் முயன்றார். முடிவில் வெற்றி கிடைத்தது.
Ukkam tarum
Translation
Enthusiasm yields results
Moral
ஊக்கம் முயற்சியின் இழைதான்.
Divakar’s Energy
Divakar failed once, but his enthusiasm pushed him to try again. His success came with effort.
Comments (10)
Romil Bawa
1 month ago
Really appreciate the wisdom here. Makes me want to follow this guidance in daily life.
Manjari Goda
1 month ago
I find this poem very motivating. It pushes us to be more honest and kind in our actions.
Zain Bhagat
1 month ago
A brilliant expression of character and virtue. It’s a guidepost for living an ethical life.
Kanav Gaba
1 month ago
So much truth in this couplet. The poet captured an eternal value in just two lines.
Vivaan Sheth
1 month ago
Absolutely love this one. It reminds me of the core values my grandparents taught me.
Aaryahi Toor
1 month ago
A brilliant expression of character and virtue. It’s a guidepost for living an ethical life.
Jayesh Desai
1 month ago
So much truth in this couplet. The poet captured an eternal value in just two lines.
Lakshay Dugar
1 month ago
So much truth in this couplet. The poet captured an eternal value in just two lines.
Arnav Batta
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.
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.
Madhav Vora
1 month ago
So much truth in this couplet. The poet captured an eternal value in just two lines.