Kural #1019

Shame / Modesty

WealthChapter 102

Kural 1019 of 1,330 · Chapter 102 of 11589%

குலஞ்சுடும் கொள்கை பிழைப்பின் நலஞ்சுடும்

நாணின்மை நின்றக் கடை

Translation (English)

Straying from principles ruins one's family; losing shame ruins all one's good qualities.

Meaning for Kids

If you go against your principles, it ruins your family name. If you lose your sense of shame, it ruins all your good qualities.

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