Kural #267

Penance

VirtueChapter 27

Kural 267 of 1,330 · Chapter 27 of 11523%

சுடச்சுடரும் பொன்போல் ஒளிவிடும் துன்பஞ்

சுடச்சுட நோற்கிற் பவர்க்கு

Translation (English)

Like gold that shines brighter when heated, those who endure suffering glow with greater brilliance.

Meaning for Kids

Just like gold shines brighter when you heat it in fire, a person who endures hardship becomes even more brilliant.

தவம்

Penance · Kurals 261-270

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