#tamilheritagemonth

[leanderkevin]

ஞாயிறு/ Ñāyiṟu (The Sun) இனிய பொங்கல் நல்வாழ்த்துக்கள்!!!! Featuring THE Tamil Festival, we have arrived at the next instalment of our Tarot series- The Sun. Pongal is perhaps THE most popular Tamil festival. Marking the beginning of the very significant month of தை (Thai) in the Tamil calendar, Pongal is a three-day harvest festival that celebrates the reaping the benefits of months-long labour. The first day of Pongal is Thai Pongal and marks the beginning of the month of தை (thai). The second day is Māttu Pongal. As the name suggests, it is the day that farmers bathe their cattle, decorate them with turmeric, saffron and garlands, and feed them food to thank them for their help in producing a bountiful harvest. The final day is Kānum Pongal. Kānum literally means "see". This day is dedicated to meeting with family and friends, catch up, and just have a good time. Jallikattu, also called Manjuvirattu, is another highlight of Pongal festivities- a kind of bull chasing where players have to hang on to a running bull long enough to untie the cloth tied to its horns for a prize. If no one succeeds in doing so, the prize goes to the bull's owner. The most important thing, perhaps, is how communal and inclusive Pongal is. Pongal is a TAMIL festival celebrated by Tamils and Tamil enthusiasts globally. To label Pongal as 'Hindu' is not only a gross misunderstanding, but only adds to the harmful and flawed idea that the Tamil identity is synonymous with Hinduism, which, as we have already seen on multiple occasions, cannot be further from the truth. A common argument is that Pongal is Hindu because it's centred around thanking the Sun 'god'. Nature worship is so ancient it goes beyond the birth of any organised religion, and is a common indigenous practice worldwide, a practice that no organised religion can claim ownership over. So go ahead, eat cakkara Pongal, go out and most importantly, be grateful to the farmers who put food on our table. Pongal is for EVERYONE! 😘🫰🏽✨ #leanderscribbles#tamil#தமிழ்#tamilartist#tamilart#tamilculture#tamilhistory#tamilheritage#pongal#jallikattu#tamilheritagemonth#eelam#india#asia#southasia#asianart https://www.instagram.com/p/CnbME0sh4Os/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[living-enlightenment]

Live || Presidential Address || Kailasa Canada's Tamil Heritage Month Event || 21 Jan 2023 #tamilheritagemonth #tamil #tamiltrending #Kailasa #Nithyananda #Nithyanandayoga #Enlightenment #Spirituality #Spiritual #Cosmicconsciousness #om #yogainspiration (at San Diego, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cnr6B34J4vn/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[kailasa-singapore]

KAILASA Canada is Inviting You To Join In Celebration Of Tamil Heritage Month 2022 29 January 2022 9:30am EST/8pm IST Kailasa Canada is hosting thi online event to honor Tamil Women Excellence. 21 Tamil Women around the world will be honored under various categories to honor their achievements. Each candidate will not only receive the honor, will have an opportunity to share their success story & inspire our future generations. Register https://bit.ly/34lBqVj #TamilHeritageMonth — view on Instagram https://bit.ly/3HjmzcE

[tamilguardian]

RT @TamilGuardian: Canadian Minister and MPs join Tamil Heritage Month celebration in Montreal https://t.co/EzNJLjz3PP #TamilHeritageMonth https://t.co/QOYhY0oZ5R

Canadian Minister and MPs join Tamil Heritage Month celebration in Montreal https://t.co/EzNJLjz3PP #TamilHeritageMonth pic.twitter.com/QOYhY0oZ5R

— Tamil Guardian (@TamilGuardian) March 2, 2019

via Twitter https://twitter.com/TamilGuardian March 04, 2019 at 09:19AM

[paulainslie]

Thank you to the Canadian Tamil Congress for inviting me to the 11th Annual Thai Pongal Dinner celebrate the New Year Harvest and also #TamilHeritageMonth #TOPoli

[leanderkevin]

"தமிழ்த்தாய்"/"Thamizhthai" (Mother Tamizh) Today in 1950 India became a Republic, and to commemorate, every year a parade takes place in Delhi, which includes a float from each state showcasing their respective cultures. This year however, the state of Tamil Nadu, along with the other South Indian states (except Karnataka) and West Bengal will not be featured as their floats were rejected. The reason TN was given- the freedom fighters displayed (V.O.C., Veeramangai Velu Nachiyar, Marudhu Pandiyar and Bharathiyar) were not "well known". The sheer audacity and ignorance of the statement makes me gag. But, let’s not go deeper into that. As a civilisation, Tamizhar go back at least 3,200 years, with our language, one of the oldest spoken in the world, at its centre. Our culture and language now is fairly well preserved, though much has been either lost, appropriated or assimilated. Our passion for Tamizh is something I take intense pride in. Nevertheless, unfair power structures have and still continue to exist. Homophobia, transphobia, sexism and casteism continue to run rampant. For a people who claim to be very accepting and inclusive (which we are), when are we going to show the same love to our own? So what can we do? I don't know. I understand that this isn't a very good time, considering everything that's going on, but the fact still remains- we have a lot of work to do. It's long overdue and we need to start NOW. Proper research to educate ourselves on our own culture and history (both the good AND the bad), about how being Tamizh is an ethnicity beyond religion and that Tamizhar are not inherently "Hindus", is essential. Blind fanaticism, disregard for facts and adamance over folk etymology are a huge disservice. We have a long way to go, but we'll get there. Unlearn, relearn, research, reconnect, and contribute. PS- Those responsible for the genocide of Eela Tamizhar and the oppression of Indian Tamizh fisherfolk at the SL-India border are yet to be held accountable. வாழ்க தமிழ். வளர்க தமிழ். #leanderscribbles#tamil#தமிழ்#tamilartist#tamilart#tamilculture#tamilhistory#tamilheritagemonth#eelam#casteism#india#asia#asianart#republicday https://www.instagram.com/p/CZLuIs4BAvE/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[tamilamericatv]

Saturday 11 to 12.30pm - Toronto Tamil Chair event by Niro Dance Creation via Toronto Tamil Chair Facebook and YouTube Saturday 7pm to 9pm - CTC event via Canadian Tamil Congress Facebook and YouTube Sunday 11 am to 1pm - Tamil Heritage Month Celebration by the University of Toronto, CTC and Tamil Chair Inc. via Toronto Tamil Chair Facebook and YouTube #tamil #tamilheritagemonth #tamilheritage #tamilchair #torontotamilchair #Tamolamerica #tamilamericatv #tamilamericanetwork www.TamilAmericaTV.com (at Tamil America TV தமிழ் அமெரிக்கா டிவி) https://www.instagram.com/p/CKo_AaKnV2U/?igshid=pkayysho9x03

[manivillie]

Missing Appa (Tamil for Dad) I wrote this a year and a bit after my dad passed.  He was an amazing person and  I still miss his wisdom. He would have been so proud of reclaiming my words and passion. He always wanted me to write. I am sad that I did not do my poem a day challenge when he was around but also know he is in all the words I write. I will introduce you more to my dad because it is Tamil heritage month and he is my first teacher and a true Tamil scholar.  . -Missing Appa- I will always search for you in the fine silken threads of white Vaetti and shirt, in grey hairs and dark skin and eyes laughing behind glasses. This is unchanging and true. . You are there in glasses that magnify the love and respect within, The belief that humanity is inherently good. . I seek you in words that move me speeches without end knowledge shared freely and words crafted in care. . I see you in fragments, long fingers tapping the rhythms of classic dance and song. Tall bodies, limping from stubborn decisions. . Aged frames which hide childish wonder and a witty mind. You are the band at the beginning, the dramatic stripe at the end, wrapping around in protection, a mix of the past you left behind and the future you sought. . Though you only wore white, You were the stripe of golden colour On the edges of the Vaetti, brightening our otherwise plain lives. . . . . #writing #poetryofinstagram #poetsofinstagram #poems #poetryporn #tamilpoet #tamilgirl #wordporn #mypoeticheart #poemsbymanivillie #torontopoet #torontopoetry #torontopoetssociety #mypoeticheart #poem #poetrycommunity #poetry #poet #toronto #womanpoet #writer #torontopoets #canadianpoet #tamil #tamilheritagemonth #appa #dad #daddysgirl #dadsanddaughters #missyou

[leanderkevin]

நினைவு/Ninaivu (Memory) This piece was commissioned for a client who wanted a custom tattoo design in memory of her late grandmother who passed away a couple years ago. Designed based on her most precious memory with her grandmother, I have also included Hindu religious elements to reflect her deep religious faith and her favourite legend - The Ramayana. Once again, I’m grateful and honoured to have worked and continue to get to work on pieces is such immense personal value. Glad I could be a part of it. Commission are open people, send a DM if you’re interested.✨✨✨ #leanderscribbles#tamil#தமிழ்#tamilartist#tamilart#tamilculture#tattoodesign#tamilheritage#tamilheritagemonth#eelam#tattoo#india#asia#southeastasia#asianart#memory#hinduart#yoga#spirituality#meditation#hindu#ramayana#memorialtattoo#explore#commission#artcommission#artcommunity https://www.instagram.com/p/Cn_bsb8Pr4-/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[leanderkevin]

இடையச்சி/ Idayacchi (Shepherdess) தமிழ் மரபு திங்கள் நல்வாழ்த்துக்கள்!✨✨✨ Decided to do something more lowkey this week, but also try something new with a more dynamic pose and flow. Happy Tamil Heritage Month and have a great week y'all!✨ #leanderscribbles#tamil#தமிழ்#tamilartist#tamilart#tamilculture#tamilhistory#tamilheritage#tamilheritagemonth#tattoo#tattoodesign https://www.instagram.com/p/CnJNtushjA1/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[leanderkevin]

இடையச்சி/ Idayacchi (Shepherdess) தமிழ் மரபு திங்கள் நல்வாழ்த்துக்கள்!✨✨✨ Decided to do something more lowkey this week, but also try something new with a more dynamic pose and flow. Happy Tamil Heritage Month and have a great week y'all!✨ #leanderscribbles#tamil#தமிழ்#tamilartist#tamilart#tamilculture#tamilhistory#tamilheritage#tamilheritagemonth#tattoo#tattoodesign https://www.instagram.com/p/CnJNK9sB2TR/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[leanderkevin]

"தமிழ்த்தாய்"/"Thamizhthai" (Mother Tamizh) Today in 1950 India became a Republic, and to commemorate, every year a parade takes place in Delhi, which includes a float from each state showcasing their respective cultures. This year however, the state of Tamil Nadu, along with the other South Indian states (except Karnataka) and West Bengal will not be featured as their floats were rejected. The reason TN was given- the freedom fighters displayed (V.O.C., Veeramangai Velu Nachiyar, Marudhu Pandiyar and Bharathiyar) were not "well known". The sheer audacity and ignorance of the statement makes me gag. But, let’s not go deeper into that. As a civilisation, Tamizhar go back at least 3,200 years, with our language, one of the oldest spoken in the world, at its centre. Our culture and language now is fairly well preserved, though much has been either lost, appropriated or assimilated. Our passion for Tamizh is something I take intense pride in. Nevertheless, unfair power structures have and still continue to exist. Homophobia, transphobia, sexism and casteism continue to run rampant. For a people who claim to be very accepting and inclusive (which we are), when are we going to show the same love to our own? So what can we do? I don't know. I understand that this isn't a very good time, considering everything that's going on, but the fact still remains- we have a lot of work to do. It's long overdue and we need to start NOW. Proper research to educate ourselves on our own culture and history (both the good AND the bad), about how being Tamizh is an ethnicity beyond religion and that Tamizhar are not inherently "Hindus", is essential. Blind fanaticism, disregard for facts and adamance over folk etymology are a huge disservice. We have a long way to go, but we'll get there. Unlearn, relearn, research, reconnect, and contribute. PS- Those responsible for the genocide of Eela Tamizhar and the oppression of Indian Tamizh fisherfolk at the SL-India border are yet to be held accountable. வாழ்க தமிழ். வளர்க தமிழ். #leanderscribbles#tamil#தமிழ்#tamilartist#tamilart#tamilculture#tamilhistory#tamilheritagemonth#eelam#casteism#india#asia#asianart#republicday https://www.instagram.com/p/CZLuIs4BAvE/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[tamilamericatv]

Please join us on Saturday from 11AM to 12.30AM EST to watch the Tamil Heritage Month celebration on CTC Facebook and YouTube. #tamil #tamilheritagemonth #tamilheritage #tamilheritagemonth2021 #tamilamericatv #tamilamerica #tamilamerica (at Tamil America TV தமிழ் அமெரிக்கா டிவி) https://www.instagram.com/p/CKo-roSH9tL/?igshid=1lhz8sq3jpqoz

[manivillie]

தமிழ் Heritage Month ⠀ It was an honour to be a part of the Durham District School Board's My தமிழ் (Tamil) Identity video and sharing my poem. It was a privilege to be featured with this phenomenal group of Tamils. Thank you to DENSA DDSB for th opportunity. ⠀ "I wonder about her" is one of my favourite poems I have ever written. As children of immigrants/diaspora - there is a part of you that always wonders about the land you left behind. My brothers would tell me stories of finishing off bunches of bananas with our cousins before the parents came home, getting in trouble by the trees and wells in our backyard, and running across to our cousins' houses to play. The painted community and family vividly, so that a child who grew up trying to find her place longed to know that life. ⠀ Check out the video - link in my bio and the other people featured. ⠀ Sidenote- also very happy to be in a video with family @gary_srp ⠀ #lovepoem #igpoet #spilledthoughts #igpoetry #poetrysociety #poetsandwriters #poetscorner #poemcommunity #writeyourheartout #poemlover #poetry_addicts #poetryaddict #poetrytoronto #torontopoet #torontopoets #poetsofinstagram #poetrydaily #tamil #tamilpoet #tamilheritage #tamilheritagemonth https://www.instagram.com/p/CKPhtnkhAxd/?igshid=1gghtm47ar3sa

[tamilguardian]

Canadian Minister and MPs join Tamil Heritage Month celebration in Montreal https://t.co/EzNJLjz3PP #TamilHeritageMonth https://t.co/QOYhY0oZ5R

Canadian Minister and MPs join Tamil Heritage Month celebration in Montreal https://t.co/EzNJLjz3PP #TamilHeritageMonth pic.twitter.com/QOYhY0oZ5R

— Tamil Guardian (@TamilGuardian) March 2, 2019

via Twitter https://twitter.com/TamilGuardian March 02, 2019 at 07:13PM

[tamilguardian]

Canadian Prime Minister calls for justice in Sri Lanka, as politicians praise Tamil diaspora at Thai Pongal https://t.co/z7jN1SN2MA #tamil #canada #eelam #thaipongal #tamilheritagemonth #justice https://t.co/zRVJJ2L9Be

Canadian Prime Minister calls for justice in Sri Lanka, as politicians praise Tamil diaspora at Thai Pongal https://t.co/z7jN1SN2MA #tamil #canada #eelam #thaipongal #tamilheritagemonth #justice pic.twitter.com/zRVJJ2L9Be

— Tamil Guardian (@TamilGuardian) January 19, 2019

via Twitter https://twitter.com/TamilGuardian January 19, 2019 at 05:23PM