அடுத்தவனுக்கு உரிமையானவனின் பெண்மையை விரும்பாதவன் அறத்துடன் குடும்பம் நடத்துபவன் எனப்படுவான்

பிறன் மனைவியிடம் பெண்மை இன்பத்தை நாடிச் செல்லாதவனே அறவழியில் இல்வாழ்க்கை மேற்கொண்டவன் எனப்படுவான்

அறத்தின் இயல்போடு பொருந்தி இல்வாழ்க்கை வாழ்பவன், பிறனுக்கு உரிமையானவளின் பெண் தன்மையை விரும்பாதவனே

He who desires not the womanhood of her who should walk according to the will of another will be praised as a virtuous house-holder

The Kural 147 emphasizes the virtue of respecting other's marital relationships and not desiring another man's wife. The verse states that a man who refrains from desiring the womanhood of another man's wife, who is rightfully his, is considered to be a truly virtuous householder. This verse is a testament to Thiruvalluvar's moral stance on preserving the sanctity of marriage and fostering mutual respect among individuals in society. In a broader sense, this verse underlines the importance of faithfulness in relationships, respect for the boundaries of others, and the adherence to moral values. It implies that such restraint and respect not only establish one as a virtuous individual but also contribute to social harmony and personal dignity. The cultural context of this verse is rooted in the traditional societal values of Tamil Nadu, where Thiruvalluvar composed the Thiru Kural. These values emphasize the importance of marital fidelity and respect for other's relationships.