செவி உணவாகிய கேள்வியைப் பெற்றிருப்பவர் இப்பூமியில் வாழ்பவரே என்றாலும், வேள்வித் தீயில் கொடுக்கப்படும் நெய் முதலிய உணவைப் பெறும் விண்ணுலகத் தேவர்க்குச் சமமாவர்.

குறைந்த உணவருந்தி நிறைந்த அறிவுடன் விளங்கும் ஆன்றோர்க்கு ஒப்பாகக் கேள்வி ஞானம் எனும் செவியுணவு அருந்துவோர் எண்ணப்படுவர்

செவியுணவாகிய கேள்வி உடையவர் நிலத்தில் வாழ்கின்றவரே ஆயினும் அவி உணவைக் கொள்ளும் தேவரோடு ஒப்பாவார்.

Those who in this world enjoy instruction which is the food of the ear, are equal to the Gods, who enjoy the food of the sacrifices

Kural 413 emphasizes the importance of learning and seeking knowledge. It describes learning as 'the food of the ear', a metaphor illustrating how knowledge is absorbed through listening and understanding, just as food is consumed for physical nourishment. The verse states that those who indulge in this 'food of the ear', or in other words, those who are eager to learn and gain wisdom, are equivalent to the gods who enjoy the offerings of sacrifices. This comparison implies that just as Gods are revered and respected for their divinity, individuals who are dedicated to learning and gaining wisdom are also worthy of high regard and respect. In the cultural context of ancient India, sacrifices were considered as offerings or food for the gods. Similarly, the pursuit of knowledge nourishes the intellect and the soul, elevating a person to a god-like status. The moral message here is to encourage the pursuit of knowledge and wisdom, suggesting that it is a divine act that leads to high esteem, just like the gods who are nourished by the sacrificial offerings. This verse, therefore, underscores the importance of education and the pursuit of knowledge, highlighting its power to elevate a person's status and dignity, likening them to divine beings.