நிலைபெற்று வரும் உயிர்களுக்கு மனநலம் சிறந்த செல்வம் தரும்; இன நலமோ எல்லாப் புகழையும் தரும்.

மனத்தின் நலம் உயிருக்கு ஆக்கமாக விளங்கும் இனத்தின் நலமோ எல்லாப் புகழையும் வழங்கும்

மனதின் நன்மை உயிர்க்கு ஆக்கமாகும், இனத்தின் தன்மை (அவ்வளவோடு நிற்காமல்) எல்லாப் புகழையும் கொடுக்கும்.

Goodness of mind will give wealth, and good society will bring with it all praise, to men

This Kural (verse) emphasizes the importance of mental and societal goodness in human life. The first half of the verse underlines that a good and virtuous mind is the true wealth of a person. This implies that material wealth is transient, but the wealth of a virtuous mind is everlasting and beneficial for the soul. It suggests that possessing a good mind, filled with kindness, empathy, and righteousness, is the real treasure, which no external circumstance can steal. The second half of the verse extols the value of good society. It says that being in a good society, or a community that promotes virtue, positivity, and mutual respect, will bring all praise. This can be understood as the recognition, respect, and admiration one gains from living in such a society. It implies that being a part of a good society fosters development and enhances one's reputation by encouraging good deeds and moral behavior. In essence, this verse promotes the cultivation of inner virtues and choosing a socially conducive environment for a rewarding and praiseworthy life.