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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 641
Among a man's many good possessions,
A good command of speech has no equal.
Verse 642
Prosperity and ruin issue from the power of the tongue.
Therefore, guard yourself against thoughtless speech.
Verse 643
The content of worthy speech binds friends more closely,
And its eloquence draws even enemies to listen.
Verse 644
Judge the nature of your listeners and speak accordingly.
There is nothing more virtuous or valuable than this.
Verse 645
Speak out your speech. Once it is known,
No speech can be spoken to refute that speech.
Verse 646
To speak so listeners long to hear more and to listen
So others' meaning is grasped are the ideals of the impeccably great.
Verse 647
In a war of words none can defeat an eloquent man
Who never succumbs to fear or confusion.
Verse 648
Upon finding men whose forceful speech is couched
In cogent and enchanting ways, the world swiftly gathers around.
Verse 649
Unaware of the artful use of a few flawless words,
Men become enamored with excessive syllables.
Verse 650
Men who cannot communicate their knowledge to others
Resemble a bouquet of unfragrant flowers in full bloom.
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