Kural #657
Purity of Action
WealthChapter 66
Kural 657 of 1,330 · Chapter 66 of 11557%
பழிமலைந்து எய்திய ஆக்கத்தின் சான்றோர்
கழிநல் குரவை தலை
Translation (English)
The wise prefer utter poverty over wealth gained through disgraceful means.
Meaning for Kids
Wise people would rather be very poor than become wealthy through dishonest or shameful means.
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Purity of Action · Kurals 651-660
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