கடவுளின் திருவடிகளைச் சேர்ந்தவர் பிறவியாகிய பெருங்கடலை நீந்திக் கடப்பர்; மற்றவர் நீந்தவும் மாட்டார்

வாழ்க்கை எனும் பெருங்கடலை நீந்திக் கடக்க முனைவோர், தலையானவனாக இருப்பவனின் அடி தொடர்ந்து செல்லாவிடில் நீந்த முடியாமல் தவிக்க நேரிடும்

இறைவனுடைய திருவடிகளை பொருந்தி நினைக்கின்றவர் பிறவியாகிய பெரிய கடலைக் கடக்க முடியும். மற்றவர் கடக்க முடியாது

None can swim the great sea of births but those who are united to the feet of God

This verse from Thirukkural signifies the importance of divine surrender and the role it plays in overcoming the struggles of life. The verse metaphorically refers to life as a vast ocean of births (referring to the cycle of life, death, and rebirth in Hindu philosophy) which is difficult to cross. The 'sea of births' symbolizes the trials and tribulations, the sufferings and challenges we face in our lives. "None can swim the great sea of births but those who are united to the feet of God" - This implies that only those who surrender themselves to the divine, who are devoted and have unwavering faith in the Supreme Being can navigate through this vast ocean. Here, being "united to the feet of God" refers to the act of total submission and absolute faith in God. The verse suggests that life's struggles are an inevitable part of the human experience, comparable to trying to cross a vast, turbulent sea. However, it also offers a solution - that unwavering faith and surrender to the divine can provide the strength and guidance needed to overcome these challenges. This Kural, therefore, emphasizes the power of spirituality and divinity in helping us navigate the difficulties of life. In a broader perspective, it underlines the belief in a higher power or divine guidance, which is a universal concept found across many cultures and religions, although interpreted and understood in various ways. It encourages reliance on this higher power to find strength, resilience, and ultimately, liberation from the cycle of birth and rebirth.