Kural - 425
Wisdom embraces frank the world, to no caprice exposed;
Unlike the lotus flower, now opened wide, now petals strictly closed
Explanation
To secure the friendship of the great is true wisdom; it is (also) wisdom to keep (that friendship unchanged, and) not opening and closing (like the lotus flower).
Tamil Transliteration
Ulakam Thazheeiya Thotpam Malardhalum
Koompalum Illa Tharivu.
Section | Wealth |
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Chapter Group | Royalty |
chapter | The Possession of Knowledge |