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Chapter 79: நட்பு

On Wealth & Statecraft The Limbs of Society Chapter 79

Kural 789

நட்பு

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திருக்குறள்

நட்பிற்கு வீற்றிருக்கை யாதெனின் கொட்பின்றி ஒல்லும்வாய் ஊன்றும் நிலை.

Natpirku Veetrirukkai Yaadhenin Kotpindri Ollumvaai Oondrum Nilai

“Friendship is enthroned on the strength That always helps with utmost warmth”

And where is friendship's royal seat? In stable mind,Where friend in every time of need support may find

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Kural #789

The True Anchor

The story illustrates that friendship reaches its highest value when it provides unwavering support during times of hardship and necessity. Friendship may be said to be on its throne when it possesses the power of supporting one at all times and under all circumstances, (in the practice or virtue and wealth)

6–10 yr 1 min