செல்வங்கள் பலவற்றுள்ளும் சிறந்தது அருள் என்னும் செல்வமே. பொருட்செல்வம் இழிந்த மனிதரிடமும் உண்டு.

கொடிய உள்ளம் கொண்ட இழிமக்களிடம்கூடக் கோடிக்கணக்கில் செல்வம் குவிந்திருக்கலாம்; ஆனாலும் அந்தச் செல்வம் அருட் செல்வத்துக்கு ஈடாகாது

பொருள்களாகிய செல்வங்கள் இழிந்தவரிடத்திலும் உள்ளன; (உயர்ந்தவரிடத்தில் மட்டுமே உள்ள) அருளாகிய செல்வமே செல்வங்களில் சிறந்த செல்வமாகும்.

The wealth of kindness is wealth of wealth, in as much as the wealth of property is possessed by the basest of men

Kural 241 emphasizes the importance of kindness as a form of wealth. It suggests that material wealth can be possessed by anyone, including individuals of poor character. However, the wealth of kindness or compassion, which is referred to as "arut selva" in the verse, is a superior form of wealth. This unique wealth is not easily obtainable by everyone, specifically those who lack a good heart. This verse highlights the moral superiority of kindness over material wealth. It implies that while material wealth can provide comfort and luxury, it does not necessarily make a person better. On the other hand, kindness enhances one's character and uplifts their moral standing. Hence, kindness is considered the 'wealth of wealth' as it is the most valuable asset a person can possess. The verse teaches us that material wealth does not define a person's worth or character. It is the wealth of kindness and compassion that truly elevates a person, making them rich in the truest sense. This Kural encourages us to strive for spiritual wealth over material wealth, emphasizing the importance of inner virtues over outer possessions.