Kural #126

Self-Control

VirtueChapter 13

Kural 126 of 1,330 · Chapter 13 of 11511%

ஒருமையுள் ஆமைபோல் ஐந்தடக்கல் ஆற்றின்

எழுமையும் ஏமாப் புடைத்து

Translation (English)

Control the five senses like a turtle withdrawing its limbs, and you are safe for seven births.

Meaning for Kids

If you can control your five senses like a turtle pulls in its legs, you will be safe and happy for many lifetimes.

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Self-Restraint · Kurals 121-130

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