Thirukkural is a classic Tamil text that consists of 1330 couplets or Kurals, written by the Tamil poet and philosopher Thiruvalluvar. It is considered one of the greatest works of Tamil literature and is revered by Tamils all over the world.

The Thirukkural is divided into three sections: Aram (virtue), Porul (wealth), and Inbam (love). Each section contains 10 chapter The couplets are written in a concise and precise style, with each couplet consisting of seven words and four syllables.

The Thirukkural covers a wide range of topics, including ethics, morality, politics, love, and spirituality. It also stresses the importance of education, hard work, and self-discipline.

The Thirukkural has been translated into many languages, including English, French, German, and Japanese.

In Tamil Nadu, the Thirukkural is often used as a guide for ethical and moral behavior. It is also taught in schools and universities as part of the Tamil language and literature curriculum.