Kural - 137
'Tis source of dignity when 'true decorum' is preserved;
Who break 'decorum's' rules endure e'en censures undeserved
Explanation
From propriety of conduct men obtain greatness; from impropriety comes insufferable disgrace.
Tamil Transliteration
Ozhukkaththin Eydhuvar Menmai Izhukkaththin
Eydhuvar Eydhaap Pazhi.
Section | Virtue |
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Chapter Group | Domestic Virtue |
chapter | The Possession of Decorum |