Even kings are no exception to this. Kings, known for their generosity, are remembered centuries after their departure from this world. King Paari is remembered because he could not bear to see a creeper trailing on the ground without support. Maamoolar said that while Ilavichikko’s ancestors had been good kings, Ilavichikko himself was haughty. To this day Ilavichikko is remembered as a wicked king, showing that only those who are humble are remembered fondly even after their death.

Source: The Hindu March 16, 2017 16:51 UTC