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Chapter 80: நட்பாராய்தல்

On Wealth & Statecraft The Limbs of Society Chapter 80

Kural 794

நட்பாராய்தல்

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திருக்குறள்

குடிப்பிறந்து தன்கண் பழிநாணு வானைக் கொடுத்தும் கொளல்வேண்டும் நட்பு.

Kutippirandhu Thankan Pazhinaanu Vaanaik Kotuththum Kolalventum Natpu

“Take as good friend at any price The nobly born who shun disgrace”

Who, born of noble race, from guilt would shrink with shame,Pay any price so you as friend that man may claim

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Kural #794

The Treasure of Integrity

The story illustrates that a friend who avoids wrongdoing and values their reputation is worth more than any material wealth. The friendship of one who belongs to a (good) family and is afraid of (being charged with) guilt, is worth even purchasing

8–14 yr 1 min