Kural #739
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Tamil text
உயர்வும் உயரம் குறுகும்
பயன்தக்க பண்பும் பயன்தரூஉம் நாடு
Uyarvum uyaram kuṟukum
Payaṉtakka paṇpum payaṉtarūum nāṭu
English translation
A country brings forth eminence to the eminent, and its beneficial nature yields practical benefits.
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Explanation
An ideal nation elevates those who are already excellent, making them even greater. Moreover, its inherent good qualities naturally produce tangible benefits for all its people.
விளக்கம்
நல்ல நாடு உயர்ந்தோரை மேலும் உயர்த்தும். அதன் நல்ல குணங்கள் எல்லோருக்கும் பயன் தரும். இதுவே நாடு அதிகாரத்தின் நீதி. திறமைக்கு மதிப்பளித்து நன்மையளிப்பதே சிறந்த நாடு.
Word meanings
- உயர்வுuyarvueminence/elevation
- உயரம்uyaramto the high/eminent
- குறுகும்kuṟukumwill bring/yield
- பயன்payaṉbenefit/use
- தக்கtakkaworthy/suitable
- பண்புpaṇpunature/quality
- பயன்தரூஉம்payaṉtarūumwill yield benefits
- நாடுnāṭucountry
Story behind this kural
In the village of Eldoria, lived a humble weaver named Elara, known for her intricate tapestries. Her village, nestled in a fertile valley, was ruled by a wise elder, Theron. When a harsh winter threatened their crops, Elara offered her tapestries to the wealthy merchants, hoping to trade for grain. Theron, observing Elara’s generosity, saw her skill and heart. He declared that the village would support her, providing her with the finest looms and materials. The other villagers, inspired by her spirit, shared their resources, ensuring Elara’s continued success. As Elara thrived, her tapestries became renowned throughout the land. Merchants flocked to Eldoria, not only for her art but also for the village's abundance. Eldoria prospered, its people sharing in the wealth, their lives enriched by both material comfort and the spirit of generosity that had taken root in their valley. The village, having nurtured its most talented resident, in turn, found itself elevated.