Thirukkural · Verse 567
Thirukkural 567
by Thiruvalluvar
கடுமொழியும் கையிகந்த தண்டமும் வேந்தன் அடுமுரண் தேய்க்கும் அரம்.
Kadum mozhi yum kai iganth tha thanda mum vendhan Adu muran theykum aram.
Harsh words and measured punishment—these are the king's instruments that wear down the enemy's strength.