Kural #1047

Poverty

WealthChapter 105

Kural 1047 of 1,330 · Chapter 105 of 11591%

அறஞ்சாரா நல்குர வீன்றதா யானும்

பிறன்போல நோக்கப் படும்

Translation (English)

One who lacks both virtue and effort may be treated as a stranger even by their own mother.

Meaning for Kids

If someone does not work hard and live virtuously, even their own mother may feel distant. Good character and effort earn love and respect.

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Poverty · Kurals 1041-1050

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