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Chapter 79: நட்பு

On Wealth & Statecraft The Limbs of Society Chapter 79

Kural 785

நட்பு

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திருக்குறள்

புணர்ச்சி பழகுதல் வேண்டா உணர்ச்சிதான் நட்பாங் கிழமை தரும்.

Punarchchi Pazhakudhal Ventaa Unarchchidhaan Natpaang Kizhamai Tharum

“No close living nor clasping grip Friendship's feeling heart's fellowship”

Not association constant, not affection's token bind;'Tis the unison of feeling friends unites of kindred mind

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Kural #785

The Bond of Hearts

The story illustrates that physical proximity and constant interaction are secondary to the emotional connection and mutual understanding that defines real friendship. Living together and holding frequent intercourse are not necessary (for friendship); (mutual) understanding can alone create a claim for it

8–14 yr 1 min