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Chapter 64: அமைச்சு

On Wealth & Statecraft The Limbs of Society Chapter 64

Kural 635

அமைச்சு

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திருக்குறள்

அறனறிந்து ஆன்றமைந்த சொல்லான்எஞ் ஞான்றுந் திறனறிந்தான் தேர்ச்சித் துணை.

Aranarindhu Aandramaindha Sollaanenj Gnaandrun Thiranarindhaan Therchchith Thunai

“Have him for help who virtue knows Right wisdom speaks, ever apt in acts”

The man who virtue knows, has use of wise and pleasant wordsWith plans for every season apt, in counsel aid affords

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Kural #635

The Wise Counselor

The story reflects the Kural's teaching that a great minister understands the ruler's duties and offers expert advice to achieve the best outcome. He is the best helper (of the king) who understanding the duties, of the latter, is by his special learning, able to tender the fullest advice, and at all times conversant with the best method (of

8–14 yr 1 min