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VOL. 12, ISSUE 11 (2025)
Pastoral life in Silappadhikaram (Cilappatikārattil āyar vāḻkkai)
Authors
Dr. Kamaraj S
Abstract
Silappadikaram, a double kappiyam, reflects
the various life stages of Tamil society. The pastoral life (cattle herders or
Greenland life) is particularly well described. This shows the social,
economic, and cultural position of the bishops during the Sangam age. The
pastoral life is very well and uniquely depicted in some texts. The pastoral
people (Idaayars/Kovalars) belong to the land of Mullai. When Kannagi came to
Madurai, Mathari, a pastoral woman, gave her shelter, which was an important
part of Silappadikaram.
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Pages:51-52
How to cite this article:
Dr. Kamaraj S "Pastoral life in Silappadhikaram (Cilappatikārattil āyar vāḻkkai)". International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development, Vol 12, Issue 11, 2025, Pages 51-52
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