Tamil Culture as Celebrated in Literature

இலக்கியம் போற்றும் தமிழ்ப் பண்பாடு

Abstract

Literary works, inscriptions, archaeological excavations, architectural structures, unearthed artifacts, scripts, riverbank coins, and royal coins engraved with emblems all serve as valuable evidence for understanding the life history of the Sangam-age Tamils. Yet, literature alone stands eternally alongside humankind from its very beginning to the present day. Possessing such unique and enduring qualities, literature continues to shine as a treasure of art that transcends centuries and evolves through time. This article aims to convey to the younger generation the core values and cultural ideals upheld by ancient Tamil society through the study of its literary expressions.