ஆட்சியாளருக்கு வெற்றி தருவது ஆயுதம் அன்று; அவரின் நேரிய ஆட்சியே; அதுவும் தவறான ஆட்சியாக இல்லாதிருக்க வேண்டும்.

ஓர் அரசுக்கு வெற்றியைத் தருவது பகைவரை வீழ்த்தும் வேலல்ல; குடிமக்களை வாழவைக்கும் வளையாத செங்கோல்தான்

ஒருவனுக்கு வெற்றி பெற்றுத் தருவது வேல் அன்று, அரசனுடைய செங்கோலே ஆகும், அச் செங்கோலும் கோணாதிருக்குமாயின்.

It is not the javelin that gives victory, but the king's sceptre, if it do no injustice

Kural 546 emphasizes the importance of justice and fair governance in achieving victory and success as a ruler. It states that victory does not come from the might of the spear or the javelin, i.e., military might or use of force. Instead, it comes from the king's sceptre, which represents his authority and his rule. But this rule should not be unjust or cruel. In other words, it implies that a king or ruler achieves true victory not through violence or brute force, but through just and fair governance. When a king rules with justice, fairness, and without any bias or partiality, he earns the respect, love, and loyalty of his people. This, in turn, strengthens his rule and brings him true victory. So, this verse highlights the importance of moral values, fairness, and justice in leadership and governance. It emphasizes that true power lies in fairness and justice, not in force or violence. The verse also underscores the responsibility that comes with power and authority, urging leaders to use their power wisely and justly.