தானும் அனுபவிக்காமல், தகுதியானவர்க்குத் தரும் மனப்பாங்கும் இல்லாமல் வாழ்பவனிடம் இருக்கும் பெரும் செல்வம் ஒரு நோயே.

தானும் அனுபவிக்காமல் தக்கவர்களுக்கு உதவிடும் இயல்பும் இல்லாமல் வாழ்கிறவன், தன்னிடமுள்ள பெருஞ்செல்வத்தைத் தொற்றிக்கொண்ட நோயாவான்

தானும் நுகராமல் தக்கவற்க்கு ஒன்று கொடுத்து உதவும் இயல்பும் இல்லாமல் வாழ்கின்றவன், தன்னிடமுள்ள பெருஞ் செல்வத்திற்கு ஒரு நோய் ஆவான்.

He who enjoys not (his riches) nor relieves the wants of the worthy is a disease to his wealth

This Kural, number 1006, addresses the nature and purpose of wealth. It suggests that the individual who neither enjoys his wealth personally nor uses it to assist those who are deserving, essentially acts as a disease to his own prosperity. The verse emphasizes the importance of balance in the acquisition and utilization of wealth. On one hand, it suggests that one should enjoy the fruits of their labor and wealth rather than hoarding it unnecessarily. On the other hand, it also points to the moral responsibility of the wealthy to assist those in need, particularly those who are worthy or deserving of help. By comparing such a person to a 'disease to his wealth', Valluvar implies that such behavior is not only detrimental to the individual's personal well-being and happiness, but also to the overall health of his wealth. Just like a disease impairs the body's functions, hoarding wealth without putting it to good use impairs the wealth's potential to create value and happiness. In essence, this verse advocates for a balanced and responsible approach to wealth management, emphasizing both personal enjoyment and social responsibility.