Tolkāppiyam

Tolkāppiyam is an ancient Tamil scholarly work composed around 2,000 years ago, serving as a foundational treatise on Tamil language, grammar, literature, and poetics. It systematically analyzes Tamil vocabulary, pronunciation, and writing rules, while also exploring poetic conventions, aesthetics, and cultural contexts. Considered one of the earliest linguistics texts in India, Tolkāppiyam provides insights into classical Tamil civilization and its literary traditions, influencing subsequent literature and language studies. Its comprehensive approach makes it a cornerstone of Tamil linguistic and literary heritage.