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குடிசெயல் வகை

The Way of Maintaining the Family

Read all ten original Tamil couplets from this chapter with clear, modern interpretations for everyday learning.

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Kural 1021

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Tamil original · தமிழ்

கருமம் செயஒருவன் கைதூவேன் என்னும்

பெருமையின் பீடுடையது இல்.

Modern interpretation

There is no greater honor than deciding not to give up while carrying out one's responsibilities to family and community. For example, a parent who keeps working and learning through setbacks shows this steady greatness.

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Kural 1022

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Tamil original · தமிழ்

ஆள்வினையும் ஆன்ற அறிவும் எனஇரண்டின்

நீள்வினையால் நீளும் குடி.

Modern interpretation

A family or community grows through continued effort joined with sound knowledge and good judgment. For example, a parent who learns new skills and plans finances carefully can create better opportunities for the next generation.

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Kural 1023

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Tamil original · தமிழ்

குடிசெய்வல் என்னும் ஒருவற்குத் தெய்வம்

மடிதற்றுத் தான்முந் துறும்.

Modern interpretation

When someone firmly commits to uplifting their family or community, help and opportunities often seem to come forward to meet that effort. For example, a person who starts a useful local project may find neighbors and mentors ready to help.

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Kural 1024

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Tamil original · தமிழ்

சூழாமல் தானே முடிவெய்தும் தம்குடியைத்

தாழாது உஞற்று பவர்க்கு.

Modern interpretation

People who act promptly to improve their family's future often succeed without endless hesitation. For example, someone who begins training for a better job now is more likely to progress than someone who keeps waiting for the perfect time.

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Kural 1025

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Tamil original · தமிழ்

குற்றம் இலனாய்க் குடிசெய்து வாழ்வானைச்

சுற்றமாச் சுற்றும் உலகு.

Modern interpretation

People are drawn to someone who improves their family or community without using dishonest means. For example, an honest small-business owner earns loyal friends because success is joined with trust.

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Kural 1026

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Tamil original · தமிழ்

நல்லாண்மை என்பது ஒருவற்குத் தான்பிறந்த

இல்லாண்மை ஆக்கிக் கொளல்.

Modern interpretation

True strength is taking responsibility for one's family and becoming a capable source of support, not simply claiming authority. For example, an older sibling who organizes help and protects younger family members shows this strength.

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Kural 1027

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Tamil original · தமிழ்

அமரகத்து வன்கண்ணர் போலத் தமரகத்தும்

ஆற்றுவார் மேற்றே பொறை.

Modern interpretation

Just as the bravest soldiers carry the hardest duties in battle, the most capable people must carry responsibility in a family or community. For example, during a crisis, the person with the right skills may need to coordinate help for everyone.

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Kural 1028

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Tamil original · தமிழ்

குடிசெய்வார்க் கில்லை பருவம் மடிசெய்து

மானங் கருதக் கெடும்.

Modern interpretation

Those working to improve their family's life cannot wait for a special season; laziness and wounded pride only make things worse. For example, delaying a job application because the work seems beneath you can leave the whole household struggling longer.

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Kural 1029

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Tamil original · தமிழ்

இடும்பைக்கே கொள்கலம் கொல்லோ குடும்பத்தைக்

குற்ற மறைப்பான் உடம்பு.

Modern interpretation

A person who works to protect a family from harm may face hardship, but they are not meant only to suffer. For example, a caregiver may endure exhausting days while also finding support and relief for the people they protect.

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Kural 1030

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Tamil original · தமிழ்

இடுக்கண்கால் கொன்றிட வீழும் அடுத்தூன்றும்

நல்லாள் இலாத குடி.

Modern interpretation

A family without someone able to support it in hard times can fall as quickly as a tree struck at its base. For example, when no one steps forward after a job loss, bills and problems can bring the household down.

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