Kural #561
Not Being Cruel
WealthChapter 57
Kural 561 of 1,330 · Chapter 57 of 11549%
தக்காங்கு நாடித் தலைச்செல்லா வண்ணத்தால்
ஒத்தாங்கு ஒறுப்பது வேந்து
Translation (English)
A wise king examines carefully and punishes proportionately, never excessively.
Meaning for Kids
A good ruler investigates carefully and gives only the right punishment, never too much or too little.
வெருவந்த செய்யாமை
Not Terrorizing · Kurals 561-570
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