Explore the Chapters of Kudiyiyal
This nature ( இயல் ) contains several chapters ( அதிகாரங்கள் ), each focusing on a specific aspect of its moral or philosophical theme. Select a chapter below to read the Kurals and their timeless teachings.
குடிமை
Nobility
மானம்
Honour
பெருமை
Greatness
சான்றாண்மை
Perfectness
பண்புடைமை
Courtesy
நன்றியில் செல்வம்
Wealth without Benefaction
நாணுடைமை
Shame
குடிசெயல் வகை
The Way of Maintaining the Family
உழவு
Farming
நல்குரவு
Poverty
இரவு
Mendicancy
இரவச்சம்
The Dread of Mendicancy
கயமை
Baseness
🌟 Kural of the Day
Discover daily wisdom from the timeless Thirukkural. Each day, we highlight one profound couplet that offers insights into life, virtue, and values—guiding you with ancient truth in modern times.
துனியும் புலவியும் இல்லாயின் காமம்
கனியும் கருக்காயும் அற்று.
Thuniyum Pulaviyum Illaayin Kaamam
Kaniyum Karukkaayum Atru
🧠 About Thiruvalluvar
Thiruvalluvar is one of the greatest Tamil poets and philosophers known for composing the Thirukkural —a classic Tamil text consisting of 1,330 couplets covering ethics ( aram ), governance ( porul ), and love ( inbam ).
Though little is known about his personal life, his work has transcended time, offering practical wisdom and moral values that remain deeply relevant. Thiruvalluvar's verses have been translated into many lngs, making him a universal figure of wisdom and virtue.