உடம்பிற்கு இன்பம் விரும்பாதவனாய், அதற்கு வரும் துன்பத்தை இயல்புதானே என்பவன், மனம் தளர்ந்து துன்பப்படமாட்டான்.

இன்பத்தைத் தேடி அலையாமல், துன்பம் வந்தாலும் அதை இயல்பாகக் கருதிப்கொள்பவன் அந்தத் துன்பத்தினால் துவண்டு போவதில்லை

இன்பமானதை விரும்பாதவனாய்த் துன்பம் இயற்கையானது என்று தெளிந்திருப்பவன், துன்பம் வந்த போது துன்ப முறுவது இல்லை.

That man never experiences sorrow, who does not seek for pleasure, and who considers distress to be natural (to man)

This Kural, verse 628, emphasizes the importance of not seeking pleasure and accepting distress as a part of life. The verse suggests that a person who does not actively chase after pleasures is less likely to experience sorrow. This is because the pursuit of pleasure often leads to attachment and desire, which in turn causes disappointment and suffering when these pleasures are lost or unattained. Furthermore, the verse also conveys the wisdom of accepting distress or sorrow as a natural part of human existence. Life is a mix of both happiness and sorrow, and accepting this reality helps individuals to maintain a balanced state of mind, regardless of the circumstances they find themselves in. In essence, the verse encourages a sense of detachment and acceptance, which can lead to a state of contentment and peace, free from the highs and lows of joy and sorrow. This aligns with the core principles of many philosophical and spiritual traditions, which advocate for equanimity and acceptance of life as it is.