Kural #387

The Greatness of a King

WealthChapter 39

Kural 387 of 1,330 · Chapter 39 of 11534%

கொடையளி செங்கோல் குடியோம்பல் நான்கும்

உடையானாம் வேந்தர்க்கு ஒளி

Translation (English)

Generosity, compassion, just rule, and care for the people — a king with these four is a light among rulers.

Meaning for Kids

A king who gives generously, shows mercy, rules justly, and protects his people shines like a bright light among all rulers.

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The Greatness of a King · Kurals 381-390

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