Kural #844

Ignorance

WealthChapter 85

Kural 844 of 1,330 · Chapter 85 of 11573%

வெண்மை எனப்படுவ தியாதெனின் ஒண்மை

உடையம்யாம் என்னும் செருக்கு

Translation (English)

True ignorance is the arrogance of thinking "I am wise" when one is not.

Meaning for Kids

True ignorance is the pride of thinking "I am so smart" when you really are not.

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Petty Conceit · Kurals 841-850

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