Kural #174

Not Coveting

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Kural 174 of 1,330 · Chapter 18 of 11515%

இலமென்று வெஃகுதல் செய்யார் புலம்வென்ற

புன்மையில் காட்சி யவர்

Translation (English)

The wise who have conquered their senses never covet, even in poverty.

Meaning for Kids

Wise people who have conquered their senses never say "I am poor" as an excuse to grab what belongs to others.

வெஃகாமை

Not Coveting · Kurals 171-180

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