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The Holy Kural
Written over two millenia ago by Saint Tiruvalluvar,
translated under the guidance of Gurudeva, Sivaya Subramuniyaswami
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Verse 461
Before undertaking a project, ponder what will be gained,
Lost and ultimately achieved.
Verse 462
There is nothing too difficult for a man who, before he acts,
Deliberates with chosen friends and reflects privately.
Verse 463
The wise never undertake an enterprise
Which rashly risks existing capitol to reach for potential profits.
Verse 464
Those who dread derision and disgrace
Will not commence a task that is unclear.
Verse 465
To strike out without a well-pondered plan
Is one way to cultivate an enemies' strength.
Verse 466
To do that which ought not to be done will bring ruin,
And not to do that which ought to be done will also bring ruin.
Verse 467
Embark upon an action after careful thought. It is folly to say,
"Let us begin the task now and think about it later."
Verse 468
Unless painstakingly performed, a task will not succeed
Even if men in multitudes support it.
Verse 469
Even in the performance of good deeds a man may error,
If he does not consider the recipient's unique nature.
Verse 470
Having reflected, let a man's actions lie above blame.
The world will never approve of acts which lie beneath him.
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