தொகச்சொல்லித் தூவாத நீக்கி நகச்சொல்லி நன்றி பயப்பதாந் தூது

What does Thirukkural 685 mean?

He is an ambassador who (in the presence of foreign rulers) speaks briefly, avoids harshness, talksso as to make them smile, and thus brings good (to his own sovereign).

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Thirukkural 685 (The Envoy) means: He is an ambassador who (in the presence of foreign rulers) speaks briefly, avoids harshness, talksso as to make them smile, and thus brings good (to his own sovereign). Where might you see this idea in everyday life?

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