Abandoning Greed – A New Kural

English Poetic Translation

1. The Insatiable Nature of Greed

The earth may fill the deepest mines, yet greed knows no end;
A heart consumed by endless desire, no bounds can ever mend.

2. Exploiting Others

Like leeches sucking blood until their victims' strength is gone,
The greedy prey upon the welfare of others to thrive upon.

3. The Destructive Fire of Greed

The cruel fire of greed will burn a household to the ground;
And destroy the very home where love and care abound.

4. The Suffering of the Poor and the Curse of the Rich

Hunger is a torment that makes the poor endure;
But to the wealthy, it becomes a curse when greed is their allure.

5. The Unforgivable Sin of Deceiving the Poor

Even beyond the sins that sacred laws condemn,
Deceiving the poor is a sin that stands above them.

6. Worse Than Thieves

Worse than thieves are those who amass their wealth through greed;
To the poor, they are like a scorching summer's merciless heat.

7. Charity Cannot Erase Greed

Though one may give in charity and perform righteous deeds,
Greed beyond one's rightful needs remains a sinful seed.

8. Hypocrisy in Charity and Religion

They offer gifts to temples, idols and the needy in disguise,
Yet build their wealth through cruel plunder and deceitful lies.

9. Hoarding for Luxury While Others Starve

While the poor seek food to satisfy their hunger and survive,
The one who hoards for pomp and pleasure is lifeless though alive.

10. Wealth Built on Others' Suffering

Those who pursue wealth with selfish thoughts and ways,
Grow rich by causing others suffering throughout their days.

11. The Companions of Greed

Greed is an infection that takes root within the heart;
It brings envy and arrogance, and tears one's soul apart.

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