அந்தப் பெண்ணின் சாயாத முலைமேல் இருக்கும் சேலை, கொல்லம் மதம் பிடித்த ஆண் யானையின் முகபடாம் போன்று இருக்கிறது.

மதங்கொண்ட யானையின் மத்தகத்தின் மேலிட்ட முகபடாம் கண்டேன்; அது மங்கையொருத்தியின் சாயாத கொங்கை மேல் அசைந்தாடும் ஆடைபோல் இருந்தது

மாதருடைய சாயாத கொங்கைகளின் மேல் அணிந்த ஆடை, மதம் பிடித்த யானையின் மேல் இட்ட முகப்படாம் போன்றது.

The cloth that covers the firm bosom of this maiden is (like) that which covers the eyes of a rutting elephant

This verse is a beautiful metaphorical comparison made by the poet. In this verse, the maiden's clothing, which covers her firm bosom, is likened to the cloth that covers the eyes of a rutting elephant. The rutting elephant here symbolizes a creature that is filled with intense, uncontrolled passion. The cloth placed over its eyes is meant to keep it calm by blocking out visual distractions. All it can do is sense the cloth and nothing beyond it, much like how the maiden's clothing shields her modesty from the gaze of others. The comparison here is used to emphasize the power of modesty and the importance of clothing in preserving the dignity and respect of a woman. Just as the cloth over the eyes of the elephant controls its wild passion, the clothing of the maiden keeps unwanted attention and desires at bay. It serves as a barrier, protecting her from inappropriate gazes, much like the cloth shields the elephant from distractions that might incite its passion further. This verse is a testament to the societal norms and values of the time, where modesty was highly regarded. It also subtly highlights a woman's autonomy over her body, her choice of clothing serving as her shield.