Kural #156

Patience / Forbearance

VirtueChapter 16

Kural 156 of 1,330 · Chapter 16 of 11514%

ஒறுத்தார்க்கு ஒருநாளை இன்பம் பொறுத்தார்க்குப்

பொன்றுந் துணையும் புகழ்

Translation (English)

Revenge gives pleasure for a day; forbearance gives glory until the end.

Meaning for Kids

Those who take revenge enjoy only one day of happiness, but those who forgive earn praise that lasts forever.

பொறையுடைமை

Patience · Kurals 151-160

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