மேகத்திலிருந்து மழைத்துளி விழாது போனால், பசும்புல்லின் நுனியைக்கூட இங்கே காண்பது அரிதாகிவிடும்

விண்ணிலிருந்து மழைத்துளி விழுந்தாலன்றி மண்ணில் பசும்புல் தலை காண்பது அரிதான ஒன்றாகும்

வானத்திலிருந்து மழைத்துளி வீழ்ந்தால் அல்லாமல், உலகத்தில் ஓரறிவுயிராகிய பசும்புல்லின் தலையையும் காண முடியாது

If no drop falls from the clouds, not even the green blade of grass will be seen

This verse from Thirukkural is a profound reflection on the interconnectedness of life and the importance of natural resources. The verse essentially communicates the dependency of life on water, symbolized here by the raindrops from the sky. The 'green blade of grass' mentioned in the verse represents all life forms on earth. It signifies that without water, even the simplest and smallest life forms cannot survive. In a broader sense, this verse emphasizes the vital role water plays in the sustenance of life on earth. It serves as a reminder that the natural resources of the world are indispensable and we should respect and conserve them. The verse also metaphorically implies that for any creation to grow and thrive, it needs constant nourishment and support, much like the grass needs water. Without such support, progress and growth would be as difficult as spotting a blade of grass in an arid landscape. Thirukkural, through this particular verse, subtly underscores the importance of gratitude and appreciation for the often-overlooked, yet essential elements of life and survival. In doing so, it also encourages humans to live harmoniously with nature, acknowledging and respecting its crucial role in our existence.