Kural #977

Greatness

WealthChapter 98

Kural 977 of 1,330 · Chapter 98 of 11585%

இறப்பே புரிந்த தொழிற்றாம் சிறப்புந்தான்

சீரல் லவர்கண் படின்

Translation (English)

When distinction falls upon the unworthy, it only drives them to do excessive harm.

Meaning for Kids

When unworthy people gain fame and power, they use it only to do harmful things and cause trouble.

பெருமை

Greatness · Kurals 971-980

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