சங்க இலக்கியங்களில் இயற்கைப் புணர்ச்சி

Abstract

This research article examines the concept of Iyarkai Punarchi (Natural Union/Spontaneous Union) in classical Sangam literature, specifically within the Akaporul (love poetry) anthologies of Ettuthokai (Nattrinai, Kurunthokai, Aingkurunthokai, Kalithokai, and Akananuru). It explores how the spontaneous, unplanned romantic encounter between the hero (thalaivan) and heroine (thalaivi) is deeply intertwined with nature. Through textual references, verse analysis, and literary interpretation, the paper highlights how love in ancient Tamil tradition blossoms naturally as an organic emotion of the heart rather than a planned construct.

Keywords: Sangam Literature, Iyarkai Punarchi, Natural Union, Akaporul, Tamil Love Poetry, Ettuthokai, Thalaivan and Thalaivi, Classical Tamil Literature