Kural #288

Not Stealing

VirtueChapter 29

Kural 288 of 1,330 · Chapter 29 of 11525%

அளவறிந்தார் நெஞ்சத் தறம்போல நிற்கும்

களவறிந்தார் நெஞ்சில் கரவு

Translation (English)

Those who desire wealth through theft should know it will bring ruin even if it seems to prosper.

Meaning for Kids

People who follow the right path and live honestly will stay far away from the evil habit of stealing.

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Not Stealing · Kurals 281-290

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