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About Thirukural
திருக்குறள் பற்றி
திருவள்ளுவர்
Thiruvalluvar • Ancient Tamil Poet & Philosopher
Thiruvalluvar, revered as a saint-poet, composed the Thirukkural over 2000 years ago. His work transcends religious and cultural boundaries, offering universal wisdom on ethics, governance, and human relationships. The Thirukkural has been translated into over 80 languages, making it one of the most translated works in world literature.
The Three Books
அறத்துப்பால்
Virtue (Aram)
The first book contains 380 Kurals across 38 chapters, covering ethics, morality, and righteous living. It includes the Prologue and teachings on domestic and ascetic virtue.
பொருட்பால்
Wealth (Porul)
The second book spans 700 Kurals in 70 chapters, addressing governance, politics, economics, and practical wisdom for worldly success and statecraft.
காமத்துப்பால்
Love (Inbam)
The third book celebrates love through 250 Kurals in 25 chapters, exploring both pre-marital and marital love with poetic beauty and emotional depth.
1330
Kurals
133
Chapters
3
Books
80+
Translations