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The Tamil word 'sangam' refers to a gathering or assembly. In historical context, it specifically refers to the assembly of Tamil scholars and poets that occurred in ancient times in the Tamil region.
In Tamil language, the term "sangam" typically refers to a gathering or a confluence. It is not commonly used to refer to a specific fruit.
The first Nigandu in Tamil literature is called "Aruṭpā Nigantukkaḷ", attributed to the Sangam poet Nakkirar. This work is a collection of words and their meanings, serving as a Tamil lexicon for the Sangam era.
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The name 'Athira', means jasmine - comes from the Sangam Tamil word 'athiral' for jasmine.
Moopanar originate form India and there are spread across Tanjore, Ariyalur and peramblur district of tamilnadu. there main occupation is farming but now they are spread across globe. Before independence of india some moopanar's migrated to South Africa for construction of railway line and they are settled there. Moopanars are part of a Tamil speaking community known as Parkavakulam. The Parkavakulam community uses 3 different surnames. Udayar, Moopanar and Nainar.
Sangam literature refers to a body of classical Tamil literature composed between 300 BCE and 300 CE. It includes poems and writings on various themes such as love, war, governance, and nature. These works are highly regarded for their poetic beauty and insight into ancient Tamil society and culture.
The word "Tamil" denotes the language or community as a whole, while the "Tamizha" is used when addressing people of the Tamil community. Sangeetha
Sangam literature is important as it throws light on the life of people of that time, showcases the importance of tamil literature and poets, tells us about the society, kings, their kingdoms, queens, and wars. Its also increases our knowkledge about Southern India as well.
Tamil is the oldest language which is still in use.....Many people think it is Sanskrit but sadly its not...The first Tamil Sangam or first Tamil convention happened in 10800 BC in Madurai. Whereas Sanskrit can also be dated back to the same time period it is barely in existence now.