
Ariyathu Ketkum Lyrics
From the movie Kandhan Karunai
Ariyathu Ketkum Song Lyrics is the track from Kandhan Karunai Tamil Film – 1967, Starring K. B. Sundarambal, Sivaji Ganesan, Sivakumar, J. Jayalalithaa, K R Vijaya, S. A. Asokan, Sridhar, Sridevi, Gemini Ganesan, Savitri. This song was sung by எஸ். பி. சுந்தரம்பாள். The music was composed by K. V. Mahadevan. Lyrics works penned by Kannadasan.
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Avvaiyae ulagil ariyadhu enna (Dialogue)
Ariyadhu ketkin varivadiveloi Aridhu aridhu maanidaraadhal aridhu
Maanidaraayinum koon kurudu Sevidu paedu neengi pirathal aridhu
Koon kurudu sevidu paedu Neengi gnaanamum kalviyum nayathalaridhu
Gnaanamum kalviyum nayandha kaalaiyum Dhaanamum thavamum thaan seidhal aridhu
Dhaanamum thavamum thaan seivaraayin Vaanavar naadu vazhi pirandhidumae
Ariyadhu kettamaikku Azhagaana thamizhil
Vilakkam thandha moodhaattiyae Kodiyadhu enna(Dialogue)
Kodiyadhu ketkkin varivadiveloi Kodidhu kodidhu varumai kodidhu
Adhaninum kodidhu ilamaiyil varumai Adhaninum kodidhu aattronaa kodu noi
Adhaninum kodidhu anbilaa pendir Adhaninum kodidhu avar kaiyaal
Inbura unbadhu thaanae
Mikka magizhchchi Sollaal thamizhaal
Vellaadha ulagaiyellaam vellum Thiramai padaitha avvaiyae
Periyadhu enna(Dialogue)
Periyadhu ketkin neri thamizh veloi Peridhu peridhu bhuvanam peridhu
Bhuvanamum naan mugan padaippu Naan mugan kariya maal undhiyil vandhon
Kariya maalo alaikadal thuyindron Alai kadalo gurumuni yangaiyil adakkam
Gurumuniyo kalasathir pirandhon Kalasamo puviyir chiruman
Puviyo aravini oru thalai paaram Aramo umaivayal siru viral modhiram
Umaiyo iraivar baaga thodukkam Iraivano thondar ullatthodukkam
Thondar tham perumaiyai sollavum Peridhae
Avvaiyae Vaanavarum unadhu
Vaakkirku adimaiyaagi viduvar yendraal Adhil viyappillai
Iniyadhu enna (Dialogue)
Iniyadhu ketkin thani nedu veloi Inidhu inidhu yaegaantham inidhu
Adhaninum inidhu aadhiyai thozhudhal Adhaninum inidhu arivinar saerdhal
Adhaninum inidhu arivullorai Kanavilum nanavilum kaanbadhu thaanae
Ariyadhu kodiyadhu periyadhu iniyadhu Anaithirkkum muraiyodu
Vidai pagandra avvaiyae Pudhiyadhu enna(Dialogue)
Endrum pudhiyadhu… Padal endrum pudhiyadhu
Porul niraindha paadal endrum pudhiyadhu Murugaa unnai paadum porul niraindha
Paadal endrum pudhiyadhu Murugaa unnai paadum porul niraindha
Paadal endrum pudhiyadhu
Arul niraindha pulavar nenjil Amudham ennum thamizh kodutha
Porul niraindha paadal endrum pudhiyadhu Arul niraindha pulavar nenjil
Amudham ennum thamizh koduttha Porul niraindha paadal endrum pudhiyadhu
Murugan endra peyaril vandha Azhagae endrum pudhiyadhu
Murugan endra peyaril vandha Azhagae endrum pudhiyadhu
Muruval kaattum kumaran konda Ilamai endrum pudhiyadhu
Unnai petra annaiyarkku Unadhu leelai pudhiyadhu
Unnai petra annaiyarkku Unadhu leelai pudhiyadhu
Unadhu thandhai iraivanukkum Velum mayilum
Unadhu thandhai iraivanukkum Velum mayilum pudhiyadhu…
Murugaa unnai paadum porul niraindha Paadal endrum pudhiyadhu
Thingalukkum gnjaayirukkum Kandhan maeni pudhiyadhu
Thingalukkum gnjaayirukkum Kandhan maeni pudhiyadhu
Saerndhavarkku vazhangum… Kandhan karunai pudhiyadhu
Saerndhavarkku vazhanghum Kandhan karunai pudhiyadhu
Arivil ariyadhu arulil periyadhu Arivil ariyadhu arulil periyadhu
Alli alli unna unna Unadhu thamizh iniyadhu
Alli alli unna unna Unadhu thamizh iniyadhu
Mudhalil mudivadhu mudivil mudhaladhu Mudhalil mudivadhu mudivil mudhaladhu
Moondru kaalam unarndha perkku Aarumugam pudhiyadhu
Song Meaning & Analysis
This iconic song from 'Kandhan Karunai' features a philosophical dialogue between Lord Murugan (Kandhan) and the revered poet Avvaiyar. Murugan poses five profound questions: "What is rare?", "What is cruel?", "What is great?", "What is sweet?", and "What is new?". Avvaiyar, with her deep wisdom, provides insightful answers that reflect ancient Tamil philosophical thought and moral values. Her responses touch upon the rarity of human birth, the cruelty of poverty, the vastness of the universe, the sweetness of solitude and wisdom, and finally, the eternal newness of devotion and Lord Murugan himself.
The latter part of the song transitions into a devotional ode to Lord Murugan, emphasizing that a meaningful song praising him is always new. It highlights the eternal freshness of his beauty, youth, divine plays, and the grace he bestows. The lyrics beautifully intertwine philosophical inquiry with fervent devotion, celebrating the timeless wisdom of Avvaiyar and the divine attributes of Murugan, making it a spiritual and culturally significant piece.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the singer of Ariyathu Ketkum?
Ariyathu Ketkum is sung by எஸ். பி. சுந்தரம்பாள்.
Which movie is Ariyathu Ketkum from?
The song Ariyathu Ketkum is featured in the movie Kandhan Karunai.
Who wrote the lyrics for Ariyathu Ketkum?
The lyrics for Ariyathu Ketkum were written by Kannadasan with music composed by K. V. Mahadevan.
Is English translation available for Ariyathu Ketkum lyrics?
Yes! Ariyathu Ketkum lyrics from Kandhan Karunai include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.
What is the meaning of Ariyathu Ketkum lyrics?
This iconic song from 'Kandhan Karunai' features a philosophical dialogue between Lord Murugan (Kandhan) and the revered poet Avvaiyar. Murugan poses five profound questions: "What is rare?", "What is cruel?", "What is great?", "What is sweet?", and "What is new?". Avvaiyar, with her deep wisdom, provides insightful answers that reflect ancient Tamil philosophical thought and moral values. Her responses touch upon the rarity of human birth, the cruelty of poverty, the vastness of the universe, the sweetness of solitude and wisdom, and finally, the eternal newness of devotion and Lord Murugan himself. The latter part of the song transitions into a devotional ode to Lord Murugan, emphasizing that a meaningful song praising him is always new. It highlights the eternal freshness of his beauty, youth, divine plays, and the grace he bestows. The lyrics beautifully intertwine philosophical inquiry with fervent devotion, celebrating the timeless wisdom of Avvaiyar and the divine attributes of Murugan, making it a spiritual and culturally significant piece.
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