Kural - 383

A sleepless promptitude, knowledge, decision strong:
These three for aye to rulers of the land belong

Explanation
These three things, viz, vigilance, learning, and bravery, should never be wanting in the ruler of a country.

Tamil Transliteration
383 Thoongaamai Kalvi Thunivutaimai Immoondrum
Neengaa Nilanaan Pavarkku.