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Ancient Tamil Way of Life

Rediscover
Tamil Heritage 

through education, research and community

What You Missed in Tamil Class is a platform exploring overlooked aspects of Tamil heritage.

The various forms of oppression faced by Tamils have left the community with fragmented narratives and cultural disempowerment. As a Tamil-Canadian, founder Kasthuree Thiyakalingam saw that despite efforts at language and cultural preservation, many in the diaspora feel disconnected from their roots because the foundational principles of Tamil heritage remain inaccessible or underrepresented.

Through research, storytelling, and community, Kasthuree is on a mission to rediscover and reintroduce these ideas - not to claim the Tamil way of life is flawless, but to give the global community the knowledge and context to engage critically, ask questions, and form their own connections to heritage.

Learn & Connect

Explore and discuss ancient texts to understand Tamil values and way of life in 6-weeks

Tamil Literature Study Group

Spoken Tamil Essentials

Designed for real-life application. Learn to speak with confidence by building a solid foundation in everyday Tamil. 

Monthly Newsletter

Join 1,000+ readers for bite-sized reflections on Tamil language and heritage - for free

Workshops and Speaking 

Interactive workshops and talks for schools, universities, and cultural organizations

Beginner Tamil Courses

Master written or formal Tamil through simplified lessons covering the basics of Tamil.

Let's Speak Tamil!
Community Calls

Free drop-in calls to practice Tamil and explore culture in a non-judgemental space

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Tamils have passed down practices often rooted in science, though many explanations have been lost over time. This video explores the potential scientific meaning behind hanging mango leaves at doorways.

Reclaim Your Tamil Identity

For thousands of years, the Tamil way of life has influenced the world. Even today, scholars continue to study and celebrate aspects of Tamil heritage. Yet many Tamils remain unaware of its depth and often neglect their roots.

To begin reclaiming identity, you must ask yourself:
Who taught you what to believe about being Tamil?

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