ஊருடன் சேர்ந்து ஒழுகு - Uruta cerntu ozhugu
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.
ஊருடன் சேர்ந்து ஒழுகு
Meaning
ஊருடன் - சமுதாயத்துடன், ஒழுகு - வாழ்
Paraphrase
சமூகத்துடன் ஒற்றுமையாக வாழ்ந்துகொள்
Moral
சமூக ஒற்றுமை சமநிலை வாழ்க்கைக்கு அடிப்படை.
ஊருக்கே நண்பன்
பாலன் அனைவருடனும் ஒற்றுமையாக பழகினார். கிராம மக்கள் அவரை அனைத்து நிகழ்வுகளுக்கும் தலைவராக ஏற்றனர்.
Uruta cerntu ozhugu
Translation
Live in harmony with society
Moral
சமூக ஒற்றுமை சமநிலை வாழ்க்கைக்கு அடிப்படை.
Balaji the Friendly
Balaji was friendly with everyone. His kindness made him a natural community leader.
Comments (9)
Navya Koshy
10 months ago
So much truth in this couplet. The poet captured an eternal value in just two lines.
Umang Halder
10 months ago
Such clarity and depth! Every time I read this, I gain a new perspective.
Ryan Bala
10 months ago
Absolutely love this one. It reminds me of the core values my grandparents taught me.
Taimur Chaudhari
10 months ago
What a beautiful thought! The poet's ability to express deep meaning in few words is just remarkable.
Indranil Mannan
10 months ago
So much truth in this couplet. The poet captured an eternal value in just two lines.
Raunak Basu
10 months ago
So much truth in this couplet. The poet captured an eternal value in just two lines.
Anay Sheth
10 months ago
I find this poem very motivating. It pushes us to be more honest and kind in our actions.
Siya Gaba
10 months ago
Such clarity and depth! Every time I read this, I gain a new perspective.
🌟 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.
ஐம்புலனும் ஒழுக்கம் பொருட்டு - Aimpulaum oukkam poruttu
ஐம்புலனும் - கண்,காது,மூக்கு,நாக்கு,தொட்டு, ஒழுக்கம் - கட்டுப்பாடு, பொருட்டு - நிமித்தம்
🧠 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.
Navya Sur
10 months ago
I find this poem very motivating. It pushes us to be more honest and kind in our actions.