Thiruvalluvar

Thiruvalluvar

Tamil poet and philosopher.

A Tamil poet and philosopher whose work, the Tirukkural, consists of 1,330 couplets that provide ethical guidance on topics such as love, marriage, governance, and virtue. His teachings emphasize the importance of living a righteous life, practicing compassion, and maintaining a strong moral character. His timeless wisdom has shaped the cultural and philosophical landscape of Tamil Nadu and beyond, offering profound insights on how to live a meaningful life.

Thiruvalluvar Quotes about People

  • Foolish people inflict pain upon themselves which is worse than what an enemy can bring upon.
  • The stalks of water flowers are proportionate to the depth of water; so is people’s growth proportionate to their goals.
  • If people scrutinize their own faults as they do the faults of others, mankind will be freed of all evil.