தூது
The Envoy
Read all ten original Tamil couplets from this chapter with clear, modern interpretations for everyday learning.
Kurals
681–690
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Kural 681
1 of 10Tamil original · தமிழ்
அன்புடைமை ஆன்ற குடிப்பிறத்தல் வேந்தவாம்
பண்புடைமை தூதுரைப்பான் பண்பு.
Modern interpretation
A good ambassador needs affection for their people, a respected character, and qualities their ruler can trust. A student representing a club should care about its members and behave in a way that earns confidence.
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Kural 682
2 of 10Tamil original · தமிழ்
அன்பறிவு ஆராய்ந்த சொல்வன்மை தூதுரைப்பார்க்கு
இன்றி யமையாத மூன்று.
Modern interpretation
A messenger needs loyalty, understanding, and the skill to choose words carefully. When speaking for a team, know its needs and explain them clearly without creating needless conflict.
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Kural 683
3 of 10Tamil original · தமிழ்
நூலாருள் நூல்வல்லன் ஆகுதல் வேலாருள்
வென்றி வினையுரைப்பான் பண்பு.
Modern interpretation
A successful envoy must understand politics and be deeply learned in the matters they discuss. Someone negotiating a school partnership should know both the rules and the interests involved.
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Kural 684
4 of 10Tamil original · தமிழ்
அறிவுரு வாராய்ந்த கல்விஇம் மூன்றன்
செறிவுடையான் செல்க வினைக்கு.
Modern interpretation
A person sent on an important mission should have sound judgment, a pleasing manner, and well-tested learning. A youth leader asked to meet officials should be informed, composed, and respectful.
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Kural 685
5 of 10Tamil original · தமிழ்
தொகச் சொல்லித் தூவாத நீக்கி நகச்சொல்லி
நன்றி பயப்பதாந் தூது.
Modern interpretation
A good messenger speaks briefly, leaves out needless harshness, and presents the message in a way that helps others respond well. When asking another club to cooperate, explain the key point politely instead of blaming them.
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Kural 686
6 of 10Tamil original · தமிழ்
கற்றுக்கண் அஞ்சான் செலச்சொல்லிக் காலத்தால்
தக்கது அறிவதாம் தூது.
Modern interpretation
A skilled ambassador studies the subject, remains calm under hostile looks, speaks persuasively, and adapts to the moment. In a tense meeting, a prepared representative stays respectful and chooses the right time to make the request.
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Kural 687
7 of 10Tamil original · தமிழ்
கடனறிந்து காலங் கருதி இடனறிந்து
எண்ணி உரைப்பான் தலை.
Modern interpretation
The best messenger knows their duty, chooses the right time and place, and thinks carefully before speaking. A student raising a sensitive issue should plan what to say and speak privately when the teacher can listen.
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Kural 688
8 of 10Tamil original · தமிழ்
தூய்மை துணைமை துணிவுடைமை இம்மூன்றின்
வாய்மை வழியுரைப்பான் பண்பு.
Modern interpretation
A trustworthy messenger is honest, supported by good relationships, brave, and faithful to the message. A volunteer reporting a problem should tell the truth, seek the right support, and not be intimidated.
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Kural 689
9 of 10Tamil original · தமிழ்
விடுமாற்றம் வேந்தர்க்கு உரைப்பான் வடுமாற்றம்
வாய்சேரா வன்கணவன்.
Modern interpretation
A messenger must deliver the ruler’s reply without letting fear make them add insulting or damaging words. Even under pressure, a spokesperson should repeat the agreed decision accurately.
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Kural 690
10 of 10Tamil original · தமிழ்
இறுதி பயப்பினும் எஞ்சாது இறைவற் கு
உறுதி பயப்பதாம் தூது.
Modern interpretation
A true messenger serves their ruler’s good without shrinking even when the duty is dangerous. Someone reporting a serious safety problem may risk criticism but must still speak up.
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