About Thiruvalluvar
Thiruvalluvar was born around 500 BCE in the city of Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu, India.
He is best known for his book, the Tirukkural, which is a collection of 1330 couplets that explore the nature of life, ethics, and human relationships.
- Thiruvalluvar's Tirukkural is considered one of the greatest works of Tamil literature and has been translated into many languages.
- He was a statesman and a poet, and his works had a significant impact on Tamil society and culture.
- Thiruvalluvar's teachings emphasize the importance of virtues such as compassion, kindness, and generosity.
Bio
Thiruvalluvar was a member of the Chera dynasty, which ruled Tamil Nadu from the 3rd century BCE to the 3rd century CE.
He is believed to have been a minister or a governor under the Chera king, Nedun-chelian.
Thiruvalluvar's life and teachings are shrouded in mystery, and much of what is known about him comes from his own writings.