இறந்து தென்திசையில் வாழ்பவர், தேவர்கள், விருந்தினர், சுற்றத்தார், தான் என்னும் ஐந்து பேருக்கும் செய்ய வேண்டிய அறத்தைத் தவறாமல் செய்வது சிறப்பு.

வாழ்ந்து மறைந்தோரை நினைவுகூர்தல், வாழ்வாங்கு வாழ்வோரைப் போற்றுதல், விருந்தோம்பல், சுற்றம் பேணல் ஆகிய கடமைகளை நிறைவேற்றத் தன்னை நிலைப்படுத்திக் கொள்ளல் எனப்படும் ஐவகை அறநெறிகளும் இல்வாழ்வுக்குரியனவாம்

தென்புலத்தார், தெய்வம் விருந்தினர், சுற்றத்தார், தான் என்ற ஐவகையிடத்தும் அறநெறி தவறாமல் போற்றுதல் சிறந்த கடமையாகும்.

The chief (duty of the householder) is to preserve the five-fold rule (of conduct) towards the manes, the Gods, his guests, his relations and himself

Kural 43 delves into the primary duties of a householder in society, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a balance between different spheres of interpersonal relationships and personal responsibility. It highlights the five-fold rule of conduct that a householder should adhere to for a harmonious living. 1) Towards the Manes (Deceased Ancestors): As per the Tamil culture, it is believed that the spirits of the deceased ancestors continue to watch over their descendants. The Kural instructs that remembering and paying respects to the ancestors is a vital duty. 2) Towards the Gods: The Kural underscores the importance of acknowledging and worshipping the divine. This is not just about religious observance but also an expression of gratitude and reverence towards the higher power that governs life. 3) Towards Guests: In Indian culture, guests are considered as gods (Atithi Devo Bhava). The Kural emphasizes that respecting and treating guests kindly is an essential responsibility of a householder. 4) Towards Relations: The Kural stresses the importance of maintaining good relationships with kith and kin. A householder should ensure harmony within the family and social circle by being respectful and caring. 5) Towards Self: The Kural highlights that while fulfilling all these duties, one should not neglect one's own well-being. Personal development, self-care, and maintaining moral integrity are equally important. By beautifully integrating these five duties, the Kural offers a blueprint for a householder to lead a balanced, respectful, and fulfilling life. It teaches us that our obligations extend beyond our immediate selves and that we have responsibilities towards our ancestors, the Gods, our guests, our relations, and importantly, ourselves.