Kural - 335

Before the tongue lie powerless, 'mid the gasp of gurgling breath,
Arouse thyself, and do good deeds beyond the power of death

Explanation
Let virtuous deeds be done quickly, before the biccup comes making the tongue silent.

Tamil Transliteration
Naachchetru Vikkulmel Vaaraamun Nalvinai
Mersendru Seyyap Patum.