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ThirukuralAncientTamilWisdomforModernLife

133 Chapters

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Explore all 133 அதிகாரம் (Adhikarams) across the three books

Virtue
38 chapters
Wealth
70 chapters
Love
24 chapters

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About Thirukural

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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.

38 Chapters380 Kurals

பொருட்பால்

Wealth (Porul)

The second book spans 700 Kurals in 70 chapters, addressing governance, politics, economics, and practical wisdom for worldly success and statecraft.

70 Chapters700 Kurals

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.

25 Chapters250 Kurals

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Kurals

133

Chapters

3

Books

80+

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