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The Kural

by Thiruvalluvar

An Indian weaver-philosopher expounds on the subjects of righteousness, wealth, and love.

Themes: Nonfiction · Poetry

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The very first verse compares the letter 'A' to the origin of all sound, and the Great Original to the origin of all existence—this ancient classic trains you from the start to think from the smallest beginning toward the largest truth. It keeps returning to one gesture: taking refuge at the feet. Shall we step in with that lens?

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