Pearls of Wisdom: A Deep Dive into Pulamaipithan's Lyrics

Music is a powerful messenger that transcends boundaries and imprints upon our souls. M. G. Ramachandran (MGR), an iconic figure in the Tamil film industry, was not just an actor or politician, but also a passionate patron of music. His songs were not merely melodious, but were imbued with thought-provoking messages and lessons that hold relevance even today.

One such musical masterpiece is "Sirithu Vaazha Vendum" from the movie "Ulagam Sutrum Valiban", a beautiful composition by Pulamaipithan. While the entire song is a gem, a series of events today led me to delve deeper into a particular section of this song.

The verses, profound in their simplicity, resonated with me, and I felt compelled to share this wisdom with you all. Here's the portion that stirred me today, and I hope it brings as much wisdom and comfort to you as it did to me...

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These verses translate to:

"What is the pride for a thorn if a rose blossoms on it?"

"What is the diminutiveness of a pearl being born in an oyster shell?"

"Wherever there is goodness, the world will come to embrace it"

"There, a kind heart will come and appreciate the value in it"

In life, it's not the vessel but the value it holds that truly matters. Just as a thorn does not take credit for the rose that blossoms upon it, or an oyster shell does not diminish the worth of the pearl it births, we too should remember our place in the grand scheme of things.

Similarly, the world is always ready to embrace goodness wherever it's found, and it is the role of the kind-hearted to recognize the value of this goodness. Despite the challenges and adversities we face, let us strive to be like the heart that acknowledges and appreciates goodness, rather than the thorn that merely hosts beauty.

In this vast cosmos, we are but humble contributors to a greater narrative. Yet, even as small parts, we can make a significant impact by recognizing and praising the precious pearls of wisdom, love, and kindness within us. ????????

This profound wisdom encapsulated in a song, reflects the depth of Pulamaipithan's work and his contribution to Tamil cinema and literature. His words continue to inspire and enlighten us.