Kural - 388

Who guards the realm and justice strict maintains,
That king as god o'er subject people reigns

Explanation
That king, will be esteemed a God among men, who performs his own duties, and protects (his subjects)..

Tamil Transliteration
Muraiseydhu Kaappaatrum Mannavan Makkatku
Iraiyendru Vaikkap Patum.