அறியவேண்டுவனவற்றை அறியும் அறிவு படைத்த பிள்ளைச் செல்வத்தைத் தவிர மற்றவற்றை ஒருவன் பெறும் நன்மையாக நான் எண்ணுவதில்லை.

அறிவில் சிறந்த நல்ல பிள்ளைகளைவிட இல்வாழ்க்கையில் சிறந்த பேறு வேறு எதுவுமில்லை

பெறத்தகுந்த பேறுகளில் அறிய வேண்டியவைகளை அறியும் நன்மக்களைப் பெறுவதைத் தவிர, மற்றப்பேறுகளை யாம் மதிப்பதில்லை.

Among all the benefits that may be acquired, we know no greater benefit than the acquisition of intelligent children

The verse 61 of Thirukkural emphasizes the importance and value of having intelligent children. Among all the benefits and riches one could accumulate in life, the kural suggests there is nothing more rewarding than the gift of wise and knowledgeable offspring. This verse underlines the idea that children who possess wisdom and understanding are the greatest wealth one can have. They are seen as the ultimate benefit because they not only carry forth the family lineage but also contribute positively to society with their knowledge and insight. The cultural context here is deeply rooted in the traditional Indian belief system, where having children, especially those who are intellectually gifted, is considered a great blessing and a symbol of true prosperity. In a broader sense, this verse also speaks to the idea that true wealth isn't necessarily material possessions but the nurturing and development of wise and informed individuals who can make meaningful contributions to their community and the world at large. The emphasis is on the value of knowledge, wisdom, and enlightened living, rather than on material gain. So, this verse, while praising the joy and value of having intelligent children, also subtly highlights the importance of nurturing wisdom and knowledge in the younger generation.