Thirukkural · Verse 432

Thirukkural 432

by Thiruvalluvar

இவறலும் மாண்பிறந்த மானமும் மாணா உவகையும் ஏதம் இறைக்கு.

Ivaralum maanbirtha manamum maana uvakaiyum edhum iraykkum.

Poverty and the dignity born of it, shame that lacks measure, and a joy beyond measure—all three breed defect in a man.