ஊக்கத்தால் வாழ்க்கை நன்றாகும் - Ukkattal vakkai naakum
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.
ஊக்கத்தால் வாழ்க்கை நன்றாகும்
Meaning
ஊக்கம் - உற்சாகம், வாழ்க்கை - வாழ்வு, நன்றாகும் - சிறப்பாகும்
Paraphrase
உற்சாகத்தால் வாழ்க்கையில் நல்ல மாற்றங்கள் ஏற்படும்
Moral
வாழ்க்கையின் மாற்றம் உற்சாகத்தில் துவங்கும்.
மாற்றத்தை உருவாக்கிய உற்சாகம்
மீனா தன்னுடைய சோம்பல் வாழ்க்கையிலிருந்து உற்சாகத்தைக் கொண்டு விலகினாள். இன்று ஒரு அழகிய வாழ்க்கை வாழ்கிறாள்.
Ukkattal vakkai naakum
Translation
Enthusiasm improves life
Moral
வாழ்க்கையின் மாற்றம் உற்சாகத்தில் துவங்கும்.
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Comments (6)
Urvi Vasa
1 month ago
Absolutely love this one. It reminds me of the core values my grandparents taught me.
Nirvi Subramaniam
1 month ago
Aathichudi always leaves a strong impression on me. This one teaches discipline in such a simple yet effective way.
Kismat Kapur
1 month ago
Aathichudi always leaves a strong impression on me. This one teaches discipline in such a simple yet effective way.
Rati Sibal
1 month ago
What a beautiful thought! The poet's ability to express deep meaning in few words is just remarkable.
Mahika Gola
1 month ago
What a beautiful thought! The poet's ability to express deep meaning in few words is just remarkable.
🌟 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.
ஊரிடம் புகழ்பெறு - Uritam puka peu
ஊரிடம் - மக்களிடத்தில், புகழ் - நற்பெயர், பெறு - பெறுதல்
🧠 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.
Zeeshan D’Alia
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.