Kural #957

Nobility of Birth

WealthChapter 96

Kural 957 of 1,330 · Chapter 96 of 11583%

குடிப்பிறந்தார் கண்விளங்கும் குற்றம் விசும்பின்

மதிக்கண் மறுப்போல் உயர்ந்து

Translation (English)

A flaw in one of noble birth shines out like the dark spot on the bright moon.

Meaning for Kids

Even a small mistake by a noble person stands out clearly, just like a dark spot on the bright moon is visible to all.

குடிமை

Nobility · Kurals 951-960

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