The advantage which might flow from destroying life in sacrifice, is dishonourable to the wise (who renounced the world), even although it should be said to be productive of great good.
கொலையால் நன்மையாக விளையும் ஆக்கம் பெரிதாக இருந்தாலும், சான்றோர்க்குக் கொலையால் வரும் ஆக்கம் மிக இழிவானதாகும்
Meaning in English
The advantage which might flow from destroying life in sacrifice, is dishonourable to the wise (who renounced the world), even although it should be said to be productive of great good.
Thirukkural 328 belongs to the virtue (அறத்துப்பால்) section, chapter Other (கொல்லாமை). Written by the ancient Tamil poet Thiruvalluvar (திருவள்ளுவர்), it teaches timeless wisdom about virtue.