Kural #238

Fame / Glory

VirtueChapter 24

Kural 238 of 1,330 · Chapter 24 of 11521%

வசையென்ப வையத்தார்க் கெல்லாம் இசையென்னும்

எச்சம் பெறாஅ விடின்

Translation (English)

It is a disgrace for all on earth if they fail to leave behind the legacy of fame.

Meaning for Kids

It is a shame for anyone to leave this world without earning a good reputation. Fame is the best thing you can leave behind.

புகழ்

Fame · Kurals 231-240

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